Figaro Pho Season 1 Episode 7
Figaro Pho
Season 1

Ep 7. Gerontophobia (Fear of Old People)

  • TV-G
  • April 15, 2009
  • 120 min
  •   (8)

Figaro Pho is a quirky and imaginative animated children's series that follows the adventures of Figaro, a boy with a vivid and often absurd imagination who is plagued by various phobias and anxieties. In season 1 episode 7, entitled "Gerontophobia," Figaro's irrational fear of old people is brought to the forefront as he must confront his deepest anxieties.

As the episode opens, we see Figaro walking down the street with his trusty dog, Claws. He is shaking and trembling, unable to control his fear as he passes by a group of elderly people sitting on a bench. He is convinced that they are all staring at him and judging him, and he hurries away as quickly as possible.

Back at home, Figaro is still plagued by his fear. He imagines that he is being stalked by an old woman, who is always lurking just out of sight. He tries to distract himself by playing video games and watching cartoons, but his anxiety only grows stronger.

Things come to a head when Figaro finds out that he must visit his elderly grandmother, who he has not seen in years. He is in a state of panic, imagining all sorts of horrible scenarios in which she will criticize him and make him feel even more anxious. But when he finally arrives at her house, he is in for a surprise.

Instead of being critical and judgmental, Figaro's grandmother is warm and affectionate. She sees right through his fear and understands that he is simply afraid of growing old himself. She tells him stories about her own youth and all the adventures she had, and Figaro realizes that old people are not so scary after all.

By the end of the episode, Figaro has learned to face his fear and even embraces his grandmother with a warm hug. He realizes that his fear of aging is something that he can overcome with the love and support of those around him.

Overall, "Gerontophobia" is a heartwarming and uplifting episode that teaches children about the importance of confronting their fears and finding connections with people of all ages. With its lovable protagonist and imaginative storytelling, Figaro Pho is sure to delight viewers of all ages.

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Description
  • First Aired
    April 15, 2009
  • Content Rating
    TV-G
  • Runtime
    120 min
  • Language
    English
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