I would say (though people can disagree) that many of the early Simpsons episodes are the classics, and Bart the Lover is no doubt one of the early classics.
It was quite emotionally moving, especially when we see Mrs Krabappel being tricked by Bart to go on a date with a fictional character. At first Bart chuckles when he sees a despondent and lonely Mrs Krabappel at the dining table, and then he feels remorse and works with his family to restore the fiction in a way.
Gordie Howe is the man! He makes a special appearance in a way at the end of this fine Simpsons episode.
Also, the yo-yo subplot was hilarious and poignant, with the Twirl Kings being forced to perform for limited perks.
It was quite emotionally moving, especially when we see Mrs Krabappel being tricked by Bart to go on a date with a fictional character. At first Bart chuckles when he sees a despondent and lonely Mrs Krabappel at the dining table, and then he feels remorse and works with his family to restore the fiction in a way.
Gordie Howe is the man! He makes a special appearance in a way at the end of this fine Simpsons episode.
Also, the yo-yo subplot was hilarious and poignant, with the Twirl Kings being forced to perform for limited perks.