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Story :
"Laughing Target" is an adaptation of a one-shot written by Rumiko Takahashi. I have read the manga years ago, but my memories of it are rather vague, the only thing I can say is that the Anime is toned down in violence and gore, in comparision. But it has to be confirmed as it could just be my imagination.
For the story itself, I have two three things to say that appear odd and convenient to me (like the protagonist going to read a book with photographies in the middle of the night). But overall, I wasn't
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Alternative Titles
Synonyms: Rumic World 3
Japanese: 笑う標的
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Type:
OVA
Episodes:
1
Status:
Finished Airing
Aired:
Mar 21, 1987
Producers:
None found, add some
Licensors:
Central Park Media
Studios:
Pierrot
Source:
Manga
Duration:
49 min.
Rating:
R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
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#82142
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Your Feelings Categories Dec 20, 2018
Takahashi, the "Queen of Manga", is best known for her long-running and influential series such as Urusei Yatsura, Ranma 1/2 and Maison Ikkoku. Hundreds upon hundreds of episodes spanning four decades. It is these comedies that are the mark of her career.
But, in the deep shadows of these giants, Takahashi has also done a handful of dramatic/horror stories, such as this entry in the Rumic World series. But since all the money and all the fame went to the funny shows, these little gems are almost forgotten. It's a shame, because I prefer her more ... |