Re: Cutie Honey

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Synonyms: Re: Cutey Honey

Japanese: Re:キューティーハニー

Information

Type: OVA

Episodes: 3

Status: Finished Airing

Aired: Jul 24, 2004 to Sep 25, 2004

Producers: Toei Video

Licensors: Discotek Media

Studios: Gainax, Toei Animation

Source: Manga

Genres: Action, Comedy, Girls Love, Sci-Fi, Ecchi

Duration: 45 min. per ep.

Rating: R+ - Mild Nudity

Statistics

Score: 7.12¹ (scored by 11,330 users)

¹ indicates a weighted score.

Ranked: #3721²

² based on the top anime page. Please note that 'Not yet aired' and 'R18+' titles are excluded.

Popularity: #4060

Members: 29,904

Favorites: 178

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Synopsis

The last words spoken to Honey Kisaragi by her father before his death at the hands of the mysterious organization Panther Claw have shaped her way of life. It is the sole reason she still continues to fight for the sake of others.

The energetic Inspector Natsuko Aki does her absolute best to apprehend the members of Panther Claw and bring them to justice, but they are simply too much for the police to handle. The only one who can give these criminals a run for their money is the sexy warrior of love and justice, Cutie Honey—the secret alter ego of Kisaragi. Although Natsuko refuses to acknowledge vigilantes, her relationship with Honey progresses for the better as the strong-headed detective realizes the true intentions behind Honey's actions.

Overtime, Honey grows more fearful of her burning desire for revenge; meanwhile, Natsuko wants to protect her friend, a sentiment that clashes with her ideals of upholding the law. If they ever hope to stand a chance against the menacing Panther Claw, the duo will have to put aside their differences and stand together.

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Background

Re: Cutie Honey features several references to other popular media, including Kill Bill, Lupin III, and Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon.

The series was released on DVD in Japan as a collection on September 21, 2005, including a CD drama starring the four voice actresses of Honey Kisaragi up to that point.

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Related Anime

Adaptation:	Cutie Honey a Go Go!
Alternative version:	Cutie Honey
Other:	Cutie Honey Universe

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Characters & Voice Actors

Kisaragi, Honey

Main

Horie, Yui
Japanese

Aki, Natsuko

Main

Noda, Junko
Japanese

Hayami, Seiji

Main

Ishikawa, Hideo
Japanese

Scarlet Claw

Supporting

Konno, Hiromi
Japanese

Hayami, Danbei

Supporting

Sister Jill

Supporting

Ikura, Kazue
Japanese

Black Claw

Supporting

Touma, Yumi
Japanese

Cobalt Claw

Supporting

Kingetsu, Mami
Japanese

Terada, Rinko

Supporting

Komatsu, Yuka
Japanese

Izumiya, Kyouko

Supporting

Sugiyama, Kazuko
Japanese

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Staff

Satou, Hiroki

Producer

Takeda, Yasuhiro

Assistant Producer

Anno, Hideaki

Director, Episode Director, Key Animation

Imaishi, Hiroyuki

Director, Episode Director, Key Animation

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Opening Theme

"Cutie Honey" by Kumi Kouda (eps 1-2)

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Ending Theme

	1: "Into your heart" by Kumi Kouda (eps 1-2)
	2: "Cutie Honey" by Kumi Kouda (eps 3)

Reviews

Feb 19, 2024

blizar

Recommended

Re: Cutie Honey consists of 3 fast paced OVAs with fun characters and a rule of cool storyline all presented with artistic animation that was way ahead of its time.

What makes these OVAs really special is the number of popular names that are credited for these episodes. Episode 1 was directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, most known for his directorial work with Studio Trigger, for example Gurren Lagaan, Kill La Kill and most recently Cyberpunk Edgerunners. Episode 2 was directed by Naoyuki Ito, who went on to direct Overlord and other Madhouse anime. But most importantly, episode 3 was directed by Hideaki Anno, the director ... of the Evangelion franchise. With three of the industry’s big names involved in the visual presentation aspect of this anime, you can tell that these OVAs are going to be a feast for the eyes.

The plot however is less noteworthy, consisting mostly of the cartoony evil bad guys terrorizing a town that our superhero Cutie Honey has to save. The first two episodes are mostly filled with ecchi jokes and cool battles, although entertaining, lack much substance. That’s until the third episode which since directed by Hideaki Anno, explores themes of isolation and identity which may come off as pretentious considering the tone of the previous two episodes.

The characters are colorful and lively and do undergo character development throughout the OVAs. Most of all, they’re a lot of fun, as they’re charismatic and have some human elements which increase their relatability. Overall, the characters aren’t amazing but they’re much better than you’d expect from a fanservice action OVA series.

That brings me to the next point: the fanservice. These OVAs are filled with it, from skimpy character designs to characters losing clothes in battle, and there’s even some yuri scenes in there for the yuri fans. However, unlike most anime, this show handles fanservice very well. The pace of the storyline and action is never hindered by it and isn’t used to dehumanize the female characters; rather, it empowers them. Of course, those who don’t like ecchi will still not enjoy it. Nevertheless, people like me, who don’t mind when fanservice is used artistically, will appreciate how it’s never overdone and how it never interferes with the pacing or clashes with the tone.

To sum it all up, Re: Cutie Honey stands out as a highly memorable OVA series, thanks to its accomplished directorial team and its high-octane, stylized action paired with tasteful fanservice. With only three episodes, it’s not much of a time investment. So, if what I described above appeals to you, I fully recommend giving this anime a try.

Final Scorings:
Animation: 10/10 (Artistic)
Sound: 8/10 (Great soundtrack and VA work)
Story: 6/10 (Episodic rule of cool mostly with some theme exploration in episode 3)
Character: 9/10 (Sexy and Well-built)
Value: 9/10 (Classic, inspired Kill La Kill)
Enjoyment: 9/10 (Short and fun)
Overall: 8.5/10

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Mar 8, 2018

Krisskriss

Recommended

The first episode was directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi. If you recognize his animation and directing style from FLCL's fifth episode, Gurren Lagann, Dead Leaves, Panty & Stocking and Kill la Kill, you already know what you're in for. His characters don't animate the _most_, but they animate in creative, exaggerated and really funny ways. Combined with the peppy soundtrack, the abstract backgrounds and the comedic tone, they make up a 1-hour romp of Cutie Honey beating up on villains while losing all her clothes.

The remaining two episodes aren't nearly as good. The second one is animated like a regular cheap TV show, while the ...

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Nov 11, 2022

giordana0

Mixed Feelings

The anime on its own is fine, as a homage for Cutey Honey, its pretty much the best you’ve got, the character design is charming, the visuals are bright and interesting, the soundtrack for the anime has a lot of songs with the motif of the Cutey Honey’s first anime opening, which is nice to hear throughout the anime, and that’s were the good points end, pretty much.
Only the first episode leaves that big impression on you, due to the fact that Hiroyuki Imaishi is directing it, so its natural you will have that colorful environment and fast action, the other two episodes left ...

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