Hells

"Hells Angels" is an extraordinary work that surprises at every turn. The film directed by Yoshiki Yamakawa, based on the manga by Shinichi Hiromoto, is both a film and a manga full of incredible plot twists, diverse characters and unusual graphics that catch the eye from the first minutes. One of the greatest advantages of "Hells Angels" is the variety of characters. The main character, Amane, is an ordinary girl who ends up in hell as a result of an unfortunate accident. There he meets a number of colorful and unique characters who create an extraordinary and unpredictable world. Each character, from the lovable punk ... devil to the mysterious guardians of Hell, has their own unique traits and motivations that add depth to the plot and make it more engaging. As for the plot, it's a real rollercoaster of emotions. It starts inconspicuously, but quickly gains momentum, introducing you to a world of hellish intrigues and adventures full of unexpected twists and turns. The story of Amane, who tries to find her way back to the world of the living, is not only captivating, but also full of philosophical reflections on life, death and redemption. The film balances between humor, drama and moments of horror, which means you never know what to expect. It is a story about struggle, determination and hope that stays with the viewer long after the film ends. Unusual graphics are another element that makes this film stand out. The animation style is bold and original, with a clear influence of punk aestheticism that perfectly suits the hellish world depicted in the film. The colors are vibrant and contrasting, and the character designs are incredibly detailed and varied, making each scene visually intriguing. The scriptwriters managed to create a world that, despite its fantastic nature, is deeply rooted in human emotions and experiences. To sum up, "Hells Angels" is an anime film that deserves the attention of every fan of the genre. With a variety of characters, amazing plot twists, unique graphics and a deeply original plot, it is a work that will remain in your memory for a long time. It's an anime that not only entertains, but also makes you think, which makes it unique in its category.

What a trip.

It's always interesting to see how Japan takes and adapts Christian folklore into the surreal world of anime. Hell is a concept almost ubiquitous in religions around the world, but nobody seems to be able to agree on it's exact nature. While a strictly Biblical depiction would show it to be a place of only suffering, eastern ideas about the afterlife paint it as being basically a continuation of our society as we have it already here on earth. So of course Hell is going to be a Japanese high school, where they play volleyball and talk about which boys they like.

The philosophies ... aside, what really stands out in this movie is the unique art style and animation. It's the kind of thing you can really only get from anime, and is hard to describe in just words. Even if the plot is utterly nonsensical it ultimately doesn't matter if it still looks cool, and it does. Honestly that's really all it had going for it for me, though. Looking cool isn't really enough to elevate it's score much past a 6/10, so that's what I gave it. Kind of dumb movie otherwise.

Besides the art, this is a solid mess. The movie starts off being pretty decent but the plot is just all over the place. The characters are constantly jumping from one end to the other over and over again. It would have been better if this was a show instead but even then, the final result of the unfolding of this story would have still been an absolute mess if the destination was the same. The only redeemable aspect of this show is the art. It's aesthetically pleasing to look at but even then I know for a fact some people wouldn’t like it. Just ... watch something else honestly. Some people recommend the manga more than the movie. I haven't read the manga but maybe give that a shot instead. The ratings on MAL for both are pretty much the same.