First the Bad. I didn't think that I would have prefered to have the long scenes in the anime over having them cut out. This is assuming that you have watched Neon Genesis before, if you haven't then you probably have no idea what I am talking about. But the lack of the long scenes in the from the original anime results in a lack of character development and really just makes Shinji look whiny instead of realistic. Another thing was the lack luster soundtrack, they went from classic compositions to generic action series music and a credits song that really lacks the calming quality of Fly Me to the Moon. Also, this was only the first part of the series, I'm assuming that once Asuka shows up in the next movie that I may like it a bit more. It does, in no way meet the production quality of End of Evangelion.
A good thing is probably the art, it got a massive upgrade in the animation department.
Final Verdict:
I didn't hate it, but it didn't meet the standard of the original. I would suggest the fans of Neon Genesis avoid it.
6/10
