Short, non-spoiler reviews and hot takes of anime for the newly initiated weeb.
This season does a good job delving into deeper character backstory and development, specifically between Tohru and Elma in that signature “I’m having more feelings about this than I thought I would” kind of way.
Aggretsuko continues doing what it does so well, even if the gap moe is turned down a bit.
While I really liked the premise, I feel the execution fell short on all fronts. Lackluster animation, characters, and dialogue led me to literally fall asleep during the final battles.
Eizouken is a funny, passionate, beautiful love letter to animation and the entire process behind making it. Truly a standout piece among anime and TV shows as a whole.
A sweet and wholesome Slice of Life that takes you through the joys of discovering cooking, and learning to do so for those you love and care about.
It tries to have the scope, depth, and rich history of Stormlight or a Final Fantasy game, but watching it feels like watching a speed-run of said game. For how much of the story is focused on the romance element, it all feels tremendously hollow, with very forced "emotional scenes."
A gorgeous and fresh experience with masterfully crafted music and visuals and strong emotional elements.
A good wrap-up for some lingering characters while being a fitting inclusion to the series.
Aggretsuko stresses the importance of being true TO yourself while being honest WITH yourself. A fun, pure, heartfelt time that resonates fiercely with the Millennial experience.
A great wrap-up for the series ... satisfyingly rooted in a sense of reality and introspection the way a good spiritual supernatural story should be.
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