First, clear positioning.
This cartoon has a clear girl orientation. Little Mary in the story is almost a "country of girls", from princesses to civilians, almost all are female ponies. There are few male images, all of which are auxiliary roles. Little Mary's leaders are all princesses, and princesses are indispensable roles in girls' stories. The princesses do their jobs, and * * * guards little Mary. What is commendable is that they are all independent and powerful, and they don't need a prince to save them, or even a prince's love to make themselves complete, because they are confident and complete. This kind of feminist core can let girls learn from childhood and establish independent and confident personality consciousness.
Second, friendship comes first.
Several protagonists have very different personalities, even worlds apart. For example, Bao Yun's toughness and femininity are simply two worlds. However, there is an old saying in China that "a gentleman is harmonious but different". Ponies can build strong friendship on the basis of respecting their differences. The story is often that the pony meets some difficulties because of his personality, and then overcomes them with the help of his friend Qi Xin. This concept of friendship is very positive and healthy.
Third, labeling.
The "labeling" mentioned here is not a stereotype of people, but a careful setting made by cartoons to highlight the characteristics of people, that is, a "cute sign". Cute marks are the different skills of each pony, which usually match their personality characteristics. This undoubtedly implies that everyone has his own talent and can find a career or hobby suitable for this talent. This is also a very advanced and equal concept.
Seeing my daughter and the lovely pony grow up together, I think this is the meaning of a good cartoon.