Ep 12. Temporary Blindness

In Home Movies season 4 episode 12, titled "Temporary Blindness," the series' beloved trio of amateur filmmakers—Brendon Small, Melissa Robbins, and Jason Penopolis—are back and getting into more comedic misadventures.

The episode begins with the gang filming their latest movie, "The Rainbow's End," a sci-fi adventure featuring a battle between good and evil. Brendon plays the hero, while Melissa is the villain and Jason is relegated to a minor role. However, as they film a fight scene, Jason accidentally hits Brendon in the eye with a prop sword, causing him to temporarily lose his vision.

As Brendon struggles to cope with his blindness, his overprotective mother, Paula, convinces him to stay out of school and rest at home. However, Brendon becomes increasingly frustrated with his newfound disability and begins to act out, much to the chagrin of his mother and the delight of his father, Andrew.

Meanwhile, Melissa tries to take advantage of Brendon's blindness by manipulating him into thinking she's a nice person. However, her plan quickly backfires, and she finds herself in an uncomfortable position. Jason, on the other hand, tries to make amends by helping Brendon navigate his blindness and assisting him with his filmmaking.

As the episode progresses, Brendon's vision slowly begins to return, but he's left with a newfound appreciation for the challenges faced by those with disabilities. The gang also finishes filming "The Rainbow's End," and it's finally time for the big premiere at a local theater. Despite some technical difficulties, the movie is a hit, and the trio celebrates with a much-needed trip to the arcade.

"Temporary Blindness" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that showcases the series' signature blend of humor and sincerity. Fans of the show will love seeing the dynamic between Brendon, Melissa, and Jason continue to evolve, as well as the return of familiar faces like Paula and Andrew. Overall, it's a standout episode that cements Home Movies' place as one of the most beloved animated shows of its time.