Ep 9. Bible Fruit
- TVMA
- March 23, 2008
- 11 min
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8.6 (264)
In "Bible Fruit," the ninth episode of the sixth season of Aqua Teen Hunger Force, the trio's latest endeavor involves investing in a new kind of fruit that is said to be directly from the Garden of Eden. The fruit is rumored to have various supernatural properties and what follows is a series of unexpected occurrences as the gang uncovers the true nature of the fruit.
Early in the episode, Master Shake, Frylock, and Meatwad are seen watching an infomercial that promotes a new fruit called the Bible Fruit. The fruit is marketed as the true fruit from the Garden of Eden and is said to possess numerous biblical properties, including the ability to grant eternal life. Master Shake is intrigued by the possibility of becoming immortal, so the trio pools their money to purchase a case of the fruit.
Once their delivery arrives, the group samples the fruit for the first time, expecting to be transported to a heavenly realm. However, they quickly realize that the fruit tastes just like any other ordinary fruit. Master Shake insists that they keep trying the fruit, believing that its powers are still dormant due to a lack of faith.
As the three continue to consume the fruit, strange things start to happen. Master Shake becomes convinced that he is Jesus and adopts a messiah-like persona, leading Frylock and Meatwad to believe that he is under the spell of the fruit. Meanwhile, a mysterious figure known only as the "Majority" begins to stalk the team, observing and conversing with them in a cryptic manner. The Majority claims to be a guardian, trying to protect the group from the fruit's true nature, although his motives remain unclear.
In typical Aqua Teen Hunger Force fashion, the episode is rife with random, absurd humor. One scene features Meatwad's literal interpretation of the phrase "fruit of thy labor," as he brings a plate of fruit to a construction site in hopes of trading it for hard work. Later, we see Master Shake leading a group of "disciples" on a mission to liberate a farmer's market from the chains of capitalism, only for the plan to go awry.
As the episode progresses, it becomes clear that the Bible Fruit carries a sinister power beyond what the infomercial initially advertised. The fruit's true effects are distorted and unclear, leading to a series of bizarre events that put the team's sanity to the test. The fate of the three protagonists, as well as the true intentions of the Majority, remain a mystery until the very end.
Overall, "Bible Fruit" is a classic example of the surreal, unpredictable humor that Aqua Teen Hunger Force is known for. The episode delves into themes of faith, mortality, and the deceptiveness of marketing, all while maintaining the show's trademark off-the-wall humor. Fans of the show are sure to enjoy this installment, and newcomers may find themselves drawn in by its absurdity.