Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou

Ok, so it seems like i am the only guy in this entire site that didn't like this show (at least in the review section), so i fell the need to write why this show is so terrible.

Also, this is my first review in the site and i'm not a native english speaker, so sorry if the structure of this review seems garbage to you.

Firstly, i want to say that i was very excited to see this show when it came in the seasonal chart, i didn't know how it whould be, but even if it was just a generic slice of life show, it ... would be interesting just by the premise, bonus it was made by White Fox, that is one of my favorite studios.

What i got was really dissapointing: a show about literelly nothing, most of the show is just these two girls walking and visiting some unisteressing place, and that is it, i wouldn't have a problem with that if the show had something interssing that could haddle it to be entertaining, but... what this show have of entertaining?

Story? None of it, most of the show is episodic and there is barely any worldbuilding. Good comedy? Nah, there is barely any comedy at all and the few jokes are just Chito punching Yuu. Cute girls suffering shit? Meh, the girls act like the fact that they are the last two humans in the entire earth are just normal business. Some philosophic and 2deep4u shit? Nope, none of the stories have any meaning at all.

Not saying that a anime MUST do some of these things to be good, these are just some ideas of things that Shuumatsu could do to be at least enterteining, but shuumatsu does none of it and does nothing that i didn't say too, it's just two girls living, nothing is fun, must of the stories barelly have a conflict, nothing has any purpose at all, everything is just a great piece of nothing.

And bonus, this show is slow as hell, it drags a in a lot of things just to fill that 23 minutes mark, like bake a loaf for entire 2 minutes or take 3 minutes with a montage that is pure filler, and all those facts combined result in to the most boring show in this entire year, i think i could not watch it all if i didn't watch it weekly, cause must of the time i was just waiting for the episode end so i could do something better.

Another thing that could have saved this show would have good characters to handle the boredom, but that brings in another problem that is the characters are more bland then a piece of paper, they're uncharismatic, boring and do not stand out, and this wouldn't be a problem in a normal show, but this are the ONLY 2 characters in the entire show, you can't just be this lazy and expect the viewer to give a shit about then in this way.

I could also talk why this ending is forced and totally garbage, but spoilers are agains't the Review Guidelines, so if you want to know, ask in my comments.

In conclusion, this show is just a waste of premise and it's a shame that such talented people did work in this, i hope WF give us a better work next time.

The only reason I'm writing a review is due to the overwhelming positive response of this show. This show tries to sell itself by being deep and meaningful through their characters asking questions such as "why do we live" etc. Just because you ask that question DOESN'T MEAN THAT ALL OF A SUDDEN YOU'VE ADDED DEPTH TO THE SHOW. I tried to give it a shot but halfway through the season it just get's repetitive. There is no progress, no set goal or drive to the show or characters. Don't try and tell me that's the point since there is nothing left to the world ... after the war, because then this show should've ended at episode 1. A short film would've been more effective.

This anime is pointless, Nothing happens. It would've been better of as a movie. Don't waste your time, you won't receive any fulfilment.

Didn't care for this show AT ALL. I guess you either love it or hate it. And for me definitely hate. Honestly, the character progression is extremely slow. The only thing keeping me watching was the enticing possibility that SOMETHING MIGHT HAPPEN. But of course nothing happened...the apocalypse was a generic machines-take-over-humanity and do a reboot of earth which made me feel cheated. I was taking in the atmosphere for the first few episodes and intrigued by the world and how it could have gotten that way. Of course GLT made it as slow and painful as possible to get any answers. The characters were ... drier than stale bread and I honestly feel nothing after all those episodes. No joy, motivation or excitement at all. Most likely I am not the intended demographic as most slice of life anime make me yawn.

The art was passable and the music was above average which were the only things saving this show for me.

Rate 3/10.

Below you will find a Spanish version of this review. The following text is written in English
English:
Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou, also known as Girls' Last Tour, is an anime that presents a post-apocalyptic world in which humanity is on the brink of extinction. The story follows Chito and Yuuri, two girls who travel on a motorcycle and are the last survivors of a city devastated by war. Throughout their journey, Chito and Yuuri explore the remnants of human civilization in search of food and parts for their motorcycle, while reflecting on the world they once knew.

In terms of animation, Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou stands out for its ... visual style that evokes a sense of sadness and loneliness that fits the desolate atmosphere of the series. The desert and ruined settings, along with the atmospheric soundtrack, contribute to creating the atmosphere.

However, the story itself may seem slow and without a clear direction. Additionally, the humor in the series did not capture me. The age of the protagonists is also not revealed, which can be annoying.

My rating is 5/10, and I struggled through the last 5 episodes to not abandon it. I would not recommend it


*Español:
Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou, también conocido como Girls' Last Tour, es un anime que presenta un mundo post-apocalíptico en el que la humanidad está al borde de la extinción. La historia sigue a Chito y Yuuri, dos chicas que se desplazan en una moto y que son las últimas sobrevivientes de una ciudad devastada por la guerra. A lo largo de su viaje, Chito y Yuuri exploran los restos de la civilización humana en busca de comida y piezas para su moto, mientras que reflexionan sobre el mundo que una vez conocieron.

En términos de animación, Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou destaca por su estilo visual que evoca una sensación de tristeza y soledad que se ajusta al ambiente desolado de la serie. Los escenarios desérticos y ruinosos, junto con la banda sonora atmosférica, contribuyen a crear la atmósfera.

Sin embargo, la historia en sí puede parecer lenta y sin una dirección clara. Además, el humor en la serie no me atrapó. También no se revela la edad de las protagonistas, lo que puede resultar molesto.

Mi puntuación es de un 5/10, los ultimos 5 capitulos los vi sufriendo para no abandonarlo. No lo recomendaría.