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Feb 24, 2014 3:44 PM
#301
DarkCyclone said: SimmianPrime said: If I don't watch the whole series then I can't criticize it properly, and oooooh boy am I gonna unload on this series once it's over. Since I'm careful with the series I pick up (apart from seasonal) I've only ever had to force myself through about 5 anime. Ah, you're one of those guys. You're pretty much decided on what you think of the series maybe a couple of episodes in, this opinion will not change, yet you still watch the whole series, then forcefeed us your opinions on how "bad" it is once it is over. Since that's your game, enjoy the rest of the series then, looking forward to hearing how bad the next episode will be and how KLK is trash...again... Ahhh you're one of those guys. I believe the term is "raging fanboy" If someone drops it after one episode then they didn't give it enough time, but if they continue to watch the series and still don't like it then they're just a hater. I literally can't win unless I absolutely fucking love the show. |
Feb 24, 2014 5:06 PM
#302
SimmianPrime said: If someone drops it after one episode then they didn't give it enough time, but if they continue to watch the series and still don't like it then they're just a hater. I literally can't win unless I absolutely fucking love the show. Well watching a show you don't enjoy is already a loss. hehe |
Feb 24, 2014 5:11 PM
#303
SimmianPrime said: You can watch, and be disappointed in the show if you really want to.If someone drops it after one episode then they didn't give it enough time, but if they continue to watch the series and still don't like it then they're just a hater. I literally can't win unless I absolutely fucking love the show. Insulting it every single episode does nothing to help anyone though - and often just invites fights and such. Most people tend to drop shows they dislike within 10 episodes, so this problem isn't very common. |
"Evidently... There's no such thing as 'meaning' in this world. But that in itself is wonderful... isn't it? Since if there isn't a set meaning, then you can just find one on your own." - Filicia Heideman, So Ra No Wo To |
Feb 24, 2014 5:31 PM
#304
SimmianPrime said: Ahhh you're one of those guys. I believe the term is "raging fanboy" If someone drops it after one episode then they didn't give it enough time, but if they continue to watch the series and still don't like it then they're just a hater. I literally can't win unless I absolutely fucking love the show. You're really stating those kinds of extremes to prove your point? You watch enough of it to realise if the show is for you or not. Could be in 1 episode, could be in 5 or 15, but you've obviously reached the point where every episode is bad and KLK is bad, yet we still hear from you that it's bad still with no explanation as to why. I called out how bad KLK was half way through and actually said why at least. Now I've accepted it has actually improved because I'm not bias And still waiting for those legitimate reasons why 19 is a bad episode... but will probably get more trolling instead |
Feb 24, 2014 5:34 PM
#305
SimmianPrime said: DarkCyclone said: SimmianPrime said: If I don't watch the whole series then I can't criticize it properly, and oooooh boy am I gonna unload on this series once it's over. Since I'm careful with the series I pick up (apart from seasonal) I've only ever had to force myself through about 5 anime. Ah, you're one of those guys. You're pretty much decided on what you think of the series maybe a couple of episodes in, this opinion will not change, yet you still watch the whole series, then forcefeed us your opinions on how "bad" it is once it is over. Since that's your game, enjoy the rest of the series then, looking forward to hearing how bad the next episode will be and how KLK is trash...again... Ahhh you're one of those guys. I believe the term is "raging fanboy" If someone drops it after one episode then they didn't give it enough time, but if they continue to watch the series and still don't like it then they're just a hater. I literally can't win unless I absolutely fucking love the show. there was something to win in the first place o_O? |
Feb 24, 2014 5:38 PM
#306
SimmianPrime said: If someone drops it after one episode then they didn't give it enough time, but if they continue to watch the series and still don't like it then they're just a hater. I literally can't win unless I absolutely fucking love the show. +1 to Di-Dorval and BRSxIgnition I literally can't understand how people keep watching something they "completely" don't enjoy. It's your loss anyway for finishing an anime you don't enjoy. Well it's not like I don't understand your side well, since I (rarely) hate some anime too and sometimes words out how I disliked it. I got bored too on some episodes but I'm thankful I've endured them and reached the development we're on now. |
Feb 24, 2014 6:21 PM
#307
BRSxIgnition said: DarkCyclone said: You people seriously think Mako's gonna die based on wonky conspiracy theories? Get real. Mako isn't dying Actually I wouldn't anticipate anybody dying outside of the main villains. Pretty much everyone else has been immortal so far Ya never know.. Imaishi and his team have an odd history of killing off every single one of their cannon romantic pairings. Simon lost Nia, Yoko lost Kamina,Panty lost Cherryboy.. etc etc... Plus, if the show keeps getting any darker than this.. Character deaths are imminent. (Not that I outright believe the "21 I DIE" theory) I still hate Gainax for making Nia die Hopefully only the non-morbid staff made the transition to Trigger If I recall correctly, some staff didn't like the idea of Nia dying I would like to point out that Kiyoh and Dayakka did not die and in the movies, Makken doesn't die either |
stickmansamFeb 24, 2014 6:25 PM
Feb 25, 2014 7:13 AM
#308
All this talk about characters dying you know what screw it - Soroi is a deadman calling that shit now. His death will be the trigger for Satsuki's berserker mode since foreshadowing something like that and not going through with it would be really noticeable (especially with all the hints they've dropped regarding how Satsuki has not gone all out). The show will then end with Satsuki and Ryuuko fighting it out (Ryuuko fighting to stop Satsuki) with Ragyo having since been killed by a berserk Satsuki (the whole thing of Satsuki being her successor) and Ryuuko will kill Satsuki. As Satsuki dies she acknowledges Ryuuko as her little sister with Ryuuko acknowledging her as her anee. The end. And if Trigger goes this route I will hate this show so hard (just as I hated Gurren Lagann for the way thwy treated their character deaths, especially a certain someone who confessed his love in a forced manner before going to his death). Seriously, so hard... |
Feb 25, 2014 7:15 AM
#309
I always knew Gamagoori had a soft spot for Mako. poor Senketsu :( |
Feb 25, 2014 7:20 AM
#310
Also if Gamagoori pulls a (character from Gurren Lagann Forced Confession Before Going To Death), I will be so mad. I don't even like him all that much but it would hurt like hell to see him killed off the ole "Valiant Knight" way. Also I see Nonon dying for some reason. A very abrupt death (see Gurren Lagann side character deaths). Any character that dies in this show will probably be given an abrupt death. That would p me off to no end. Yeah yeah the characters I've not been a fan of have kind of grown on me this second half. Let their deaths at least mean something, I beg you Nakashima! |
Feb 25, 2014 7:38 AM
#311
Feb 25, 2014 9:00 AM
#312
I'm actually surprised that folks over here are actually discussing something. I wish we could get a discussion going on some of the symbolism and what some of it might mean. I have to admit this past episode has gotten folks in such a frenzy that waiting for this weeks episode is unbearable. Yeah, I've been gone for years now. |
yasako2isakoFeb 25, 2014 9:06 AM
Feb 25, 2014 6:03 PM
#314
Anyone else noticed MAko's mom kept looking at the teachers D? |
Feb 25, 2014 6:37 PM
#315
WOAH! what a nice episode.. love it love it love it! <3 everyone became NUDIST BEACH now.. LOL totally love this show now XD damn.. they all look so fucking awesome for me LOL XD and ryuko in the end.. cool scene.. but senketsu :' ryuko :' ryago is a bitch _-- |
Feb 25, 2014 7:27 PM
#316
yasako2isako said: I wish we could get a discussion going on some of the symbolism and what some of it might mean. I've been wanting to for a while, but it seems that very few people care. I could go on and on about a lot of the symbols like clothing, the red thread of fate, blood, etc. |
Feb 25, 2014 7:53 PM
#317
Kokopelli said: I've been wanting to for a while, but it seems that very few people care. I could go on and on about a lot of the symbols like clothing, the red thread of fate, blood, etc. Actually, thank you, Kokopelli. I've been wanting to mention and underlying theme of this show - one that I believe has been confirmed by the staff, but not many people have noticed. Denying the Red String of Fate The red string of fate is something comparable to destiny. It usually ties two soul mates together by their pinkies, but can also tie enemies, friends, and more together into a common destiny. You may wonder why this is important at all... What color are Life Fibers? Not to mention, Matoi Isshin (after abandoning the name Souichirou) looks just like the god of fate, who holds the red string of fate in one hand and a cane in the left. When we are given his description.. What is he holding in his hand opposite the cane? Just Senketsu. Seems oddly foreshadowing. Can't wait to see what happens. |
"Evidently... There's no such thing as 'meaning' in this world. But that in itself is wonderful... isn't it? Since if there isn't a set meaning, then you can just find one on your own." - Filicia Heideman, So Ra No Wo To |
Feb 25, 2014 9:39 PM
#318
Kokopelli said: yasako2isako said: I wish we could get a discussion going on some of the symbolism and what some of it might mean. I've been wanting to for a while, but it seems that very few people care. I could go on and on about a lot of the symbols like clothing, the red thread of fate, blood, etc. I mean this is what it's all about on a forum. I mean since the show started there has been quite of few allegories to the show. So far I've heard "menstraton", chakras, gods, being the girls opposite of TTGL and even someone doing one with Nietzsche. I enjoy reading stuff like this because I believe there is a different meaning other than what's on the surface. Forgive any typos as I'm typing in the dark. Also, when someone mentioned that whole deal of the chakra wheel, but since we're dealing with fibers and cutting what if that were also representing a sewing wheel? |
yasako2isakoFeb 25, 2014 9:44 PM
Feb 25, 2014 11:01 PM
#319
Why A Lot of People Aren't Talking About The Symbolism of Kill la Kill: We're 19 episodes in, so I guess this can be said now - a lot of the people that see the symbolism in this show can be plcaed into two categories, those who are overly defensive of the show's fan-service and those who are giving the writer a little too much credit. Let's not get this twisted, Senketsu forcing Ryuuko to put him on back in episode one was nothing more than a rape joke poking fun at women. No different from her first encounter with Dr Mankanshoku. OR Ryuuko being found by a bunch of kids who comment on how there's a half naked chick in front of them. Or the dudes masturbating to Ryuuko in the audience in episode 2. Secondly this show is not about female empowerment despite claims that it is with the reason given for such a claim being that the two female leads are bad ass. That's just bullshit and misleading since it would be saying only women who are violent and cool about being dressed skimpily are actually worth celebrating (I use the word celebrating because action heavy media glorifies the characters in them). There are a shit ton of other ways women can be portrayed as strong without actually kicking ass in their underwear, you see (something that has been done to death by Hollywood, anyway. Meanwhile, the female intellect is something none-existent where anime is concerned. We've got a dumb barbarian who loses her shit at the smallest thing, another who's just dumb, a third who uses the people around her and a fourth who bad touches her own daughter. Yeah, female empowerment, right...). That gets party number one out of the way. As for the people in party two: you can choose to take from the show what you want but the fact of the matter is that most of what you consider symbolic can also be considered merely ornament. This has a lot to do with what the writer wanted to write because if he wanted to write something half as intelligent as what you see the show would've had a different tone right from the start (or maintained the tone of the first 10 mins of the first episode). The whole Nazi Germany lecture? Didn't go anywhere. The whole thing of Ryuuko getting used to wearing Senketsu? Not a metaphor for puberty. Just a girl getting used to her sentient battle gear. The whole thing with Ryuuko using her blood to blind Satsuki temporarily. Not a metaphor for menstruation or losing one's virginity. Just a dirty tactic used by a gutter rat used to fighting dirty. The whole thing with Satsuki and her mum? Nothing more than twisted fan service made murky by the fact that Ragyo is a powerful woman and before episode 16 we were used to seeing Satsuki as the powerful one. The first ending? Nothing more than homage to that particular japanese show it references. The truth is the guy writing this show is no different from the people watching it who afterwards go "wow, Satsuki's mum is evil" or "wow, Ryuuko bad ass!" He's simply interested in doing cool shit while telling juvenile and sometimes borderline inappropriate jokes. Nothing new from Japan where inappropriate humour is concerned. So what I'm saying is I don't think head writer Nakashima had enough space to throw in any deep symbolisim within the show. He had his action. He had his bad jokes. And because of the current fandom, he had his fanservice too. Anything else he threw in afterwards to me seems like either ornament or a red herring. My opinion is based on how simple this show is on the surface and how not very adventerous the writing has been till now. Guy knows what people want and spoon feeds it to them with a spoon made of crack. You can't blame people for spazzing out over what is clearly the focus of attention and not making allusions. This is not to say there isn't any subtext beneath Kill la Kill. It's to say what subtext there is seems to have been added in as an after thought. PS I still doubt that whole 6 extra episodes theory. The show started one way, the writer realised the style would wear out its welcome and so changed course and tone. It's worked so far but came a bit too late. |
ollythirteenFeb 25, 2014 11:24 PM
Feb 25, 2014 11:04 PM
#320
ollythirteen said: Why A Lot of People Aren't Talking About The Symbolism of Kill la Kill: We're 19 episodes in, so I guess this can be said now - a lot of the people that see the symbolism in this show can be plcaed into two categories, those who are overly defensive of the show's fan-service and those who are giving the writer a little too much credit. Let's not get this twisted, Senketsu forcing Ryuuko to put him on back in episode one was nothing more than a rape joke poking fun at women. No different from her first encounter with Dr Mankanshoku. OR Ryuuko being found by a bunch of kids who comment on how there's a half naked chick in front of them. Or the dudes masturbating to Ryuuko in the audience in episode 2. Secondly this show is not about female empowerment despite the fact that the two leads are bad asses as loads of people claim. That's just bullshit and misleading since it would be asking girls to be bad asses who wear skimpy outfits. There are a shit ton of other ways women can be portrayed as strong without actually kicking ass in their underwear, you see (the female intellect is something none-existent where anime is concerned. We've got a dumb barbarian who loses her shit at the smallest thing, another who's just dumb, a third who uses the people around her and a fourth who bad touches her own daughter. Yeah, female empowerment, right...). That gets party number one out of the way. As for the people in party two: you can choose to take from the show what you want but the fact of the matter is that most of what you consider symbolic is merely ornament. The whole thing of Ryuuko getting used to wearing Senketsu? Not a metaphor for puberty. Just a girl getting used to her sentient battle gear. The whole thing with Ryuuko using her blood to blind Satsuki temporarily. Not a metaphor for menstruation. Just a dirty tactic used by a gutter rat used to fighting dirty. The whole thing with Satsuki and her mum? Nothing more than twisted fan service made murky by the fact that Ragyo is a powerful woman and before episode 16 we were used to seeing Satsuki as the powerful one. The first ending? Nothing more than homage to that particular japanese show it references. The truth is the guy writing this show is no different from the people watching it who afterwards go "wow, Satsuki's mum is evil" or "wow, Ryuuko bad ass!" He's simply interested in doing cool shit while telling juvenile and sometimes borderline inappropriate jokes. Nothing new from Japan where inappropriate humour is concerned. So what I'm saying is I don't think head writer Nakashima had enough space to throw in any deep symbolisim within the show. He had his action. He had his bad jokes. And because of the current fandom, he had his fanservice too. Anything else he threw in afterwards was either ornament or a red herring. My opinion is based on how simple this show is on the surface and how not very adventerous the writing has been till now. Guy knows what people want and spoon feeds it to them with a spoon made of crack. You can't blame people for spazzing out over what is clearly the focus of attention and not making allusions. This is not to say there isn't any subtext beneath Kill la Kill. It's to say what subtext there is seems to have been added in as an after thought. PS I still doubt that whole 6 extra episodes theory. The show started one way, the writer realised the style would wear out its welcome and so changed course and tone. It's worked so far but came a bit too late. tl/dr you are witnessing the evangelion effect |
Feb 25, 2014 11:32 PM
#321
ollythirteen said: PS I still doubt that whole 6 extra episodes theory. The show started one way, the writer realised the style would wear out its welcome and so changed course and tone. It's worked so far but came a bit too late. I'm not even going to comment on the rest of your post, but this is factually wrong. They didn't realize that it "wear out its welcome" - they realized they could go further with the extra time they had from scheduling it for 2 cours. Studio TRIGGER said: Q: So while it took time, did the script-writing progress well? N: Not at all. After we’d decided on a 2-cour series, I submitted the script for Episodes 1-4 … and Imaishi said “THIS ISN’T THE KIND OF WORK I WANT TO DO!” and ripped it apart. Q: This sounds familiar. Did that happen during TTGL, too? N: During the show (leo). Six years ago, Imaishi ripped up the finished script for Episode 1 while screaming “The drill in my heart won’t spin with shit like this!” I: Did I really say that? It’s like my words are getting blown out of proportion (lel) N: This time, it ended up with “I can’t wear sailor uniforms with this kind of story!” while ripping up 4 episodes’ worth of script. I: EHH~? Does that mean I have to wear a sailor uniform if I OK’d the script? Q: Hahaha. So there was a big turnaround in direction. N: TTGL had one draft denied, but this time it was 4. The acceptance rate fell! (lel) I: I’m sorry. Haven’t got used to it, have you (lel N: But no question, the script is very interesting. Q: So with this major directional change, what were the effects on the story? N: Initially we were making a battle-manga type show, but it changed to character drama. The battle-show planned for a complete story ended up becoming a work where regular characters’ development/drama will be thoroughly explored. The work coincidentally became much more interesting from there. I: The heroine (Ryuuko Matoi)’s personality changed, too. N: Ryuuko was initially a completed character. But after the changes in script, she became the type of character where one would get involved in incidents by circumstance, and we made it so the viewer and the heroine would discover what’s happening in this world at the same time. Ryuuko therefore became a character with much more vitality. I: We thought we’d go all out with the best elements from shonen manga. We decided to make this work one where the audience can feel strongly about the main character with a diversity of emotions. |
"Evidently... There's no such thing as 'meaning' in this world. But that in itself is wonderful... isn't it? Since if there isn't a set meaning, then you can just find one on your own." - Filicia Heideman, So Ra No Wo To |
Feb 26, 2014 1:33 AM
#322
BRSxIgnition said: ollythirteen said: PS I still doubt that whole 6 extra episodes theory. The show started one way, the writer realised the style would wear out its welcome and so changed course and tone. It's worked so far but came a bit too late. I'm not even going to comment on the rest of your post, but this is factually wrong. They didn't realize that it "wear out its welcome" - they realized they could go further with the extra time they had from scheduling it for 2 cours. Studio TRIGGER said: Q: So while it took time, did the script-writing progress well? N: Not at all. After we’d decided on a 2-cour series, I submitted the script for Episodes 1-4 … and Imaishi said “THIS ISN’T THE KIND OF WORK I WANT TO DO!” and ripped it apart. Q: This sounds familiar. Did that happen during TTGL, too? N: During the show (leo). Six years ago, Imaishi ripped up the finished script for Episode 1 while screaming “The drill in my heart won’t spin with shit like this!” I: Did I really say that? It’s like my words are getting blown out of proportion (lel) N: This time, it ended up with “I can’t wear sailor uniforms with this kind of story!” while ripping up 4 episodes’ worth of script. I: EHH~? Does that mean I have to wear a sailor uniform if I OK’d the script? Q: Hahaha. So there was a big turnaround in direction. N: TTGL had one draft denied, but this time it was 4. The acceptance rate fell! (lel) I: I’m sorry. Haven’t got used to it, have you (lel N: But no question, the script is very interesting. Q: So with this major directional change, what were the effects on the story? N: Initially we were making a battle-manga type show, but it changed to character drama. The battle-show planned for a complete story ended up becoming a work where regular characters’ development/drama will be thoroughly explored. The work coincidentally became much more interesting from there. I: The heroine (Ryuuko Matoi)’s personality changed, too. N: Ryuuko was initially a completed character. But after the changes in script, she became the type of character where one would get involved in incidents by circumstance, and we made it so the viewer and the heroine would discover what’s happening in this world at the same time. Ryuuko therefore became a character with much more vitality. I: We thought we’d go all out with the best elements from shonen manga. We decided to make this work one where the audience can feel strongly about the main character with a diversity of emotions. Right there - "Q: So with this major directional change, what were the effects on the story? N: Initially we were making a battle-manga type show, but it changed to character drama.The battle-show planned for a complete story ended up becoming a work where regular characters’ development/drama will be thoroughly explored. The work coincidentally became much more interesting from there." Well what do you know, the work DID become much more interesting from there! lol He didn't say it in so many words, but judging by some of the negative reactions to the "first half" of the show, a realization that the initial concept put forward, the battle aspect, wouldn't cut it for 2 cours must've dawned. Hence, the reason why I, and probably a few others judging by some of the reviews circulating the anime blogosphere whatever that word means, feel a lot of the so-called symbolism etc was just shoved in to make the story seem more than what it really is. I'd read that interview, too, before posting the comment before this one ya know lol loooong time, when I was still hotly anticipating this show. And the above line from that interview I singled out in this post sent alarm bells ringing in my mind even BACK THEN. This is episode 19 for heavens sake and the character drama aspect has only just got going. If that doesn't say "poor planning" to you then to each their own I guess... |
ollythirteenFeb 26, 2014 1:46 AM
Feb 26, 2014 5:24 AM
#323
Zergneedsfood said: My personal opinion is that....yes there are symbols. Clothing for example is a VERY OBVIOUS BEAT IT OVER YOUR HEAD type symbol, so there's that much at least. However, I'm not particularly convinced that it's powerful symbolism worth discussion for a long time at the moment. There are a lot of aspects to the theme of clothing, though; individual vs. group, lower class vs. upper class, ideals vs. desires, true bonds vs. false ones, acceptance vs. shame, freedom vs. subjugation, etc. It's mostly in trying to tie all these things together and throughout the plot and characters that it gets really confusing. |
Feb 26, 2014 6:10 AM
#324
Don't think I'm the only one that believes KLK is still fairly shallow even up to this point. I honestly don't even feel the writers have put in as much thought regarding its' own symbolism, as some of you have here. What I do get the feeling is that some of the themes the writers have used can be vaguely attributed to symbolism, and instead of diving deeper into it, they just run with it So yeah, I'm also of the opinion that the writers are getting too much credit here, I mean they are hardly Steinbeck or Golding. KLK has been mindless action up until this point, now suddenly the writers seem to consider plot to be an important aspect of the series. Better late than never |
Feb 26, 2014 6:27 AM
#325
DarkCyclone said: Don't think I'm the only one that believes KLK is still fairly shallow even up to this point. I honestly don't even feel the writers have put in as much thought regarding its' own symbolism, as some of you have here. What I do get the feeling is that some of the themes the writers have used can be vaguely attributed to symbolism, and instead of diving deeper into it, they just run with it So yeah, I'm also of the opinion that the writers are getting too much credit here, I mean they are hardly Steinbeck or Golding. KLK has been mindless action up until this point, now suddenly the writers seem to consider plot to be an important aspect of the series. Better late than never I don't dissagree, but if this were your run-of-the-mill shounen, I'd be in 100% agreement. I think the symbolism being vague fits in perfect with the hyperactivity and sillyness of the show that crosses everything from the plot, to characters, to art - it makes it an in-depth story if you want it to be or nothing but crazy fun. I also feel the plot has moved quite fast and been consistant from the start. |
Feb 26, 2014 7:26 AM
#326
Wow can we just take a moment to talk about how cute Nonon is. I can't even handle how adorable she is. BUT OMIGOD RYUKO REJECTED SENKETSU NO OMIOGD I CANT WAIT FOR NEXT EPISODELASJDLKJASG |
Feb 26, 2014 7:33 AM
#327
djriful said: 2 more days! So...any word on del-- too early, huh? Also: (SPOILER WARNING...I live under a rock and therefore don't know how to attach spoiler tags. You have been manually warned) http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2014/02/25-1/lots-of-intense-eyes-in-kill-la-kill-episode-20-hype-sketches-spoiler-warning Hmmm. |
ollythirteenFeb 26, 2014 7:36 AM
Feb 26, 2014 8:33 AM
#328
It's as almost saying that KLK takes a page from Eva. We just made a show but somehow subconsciously made it a work of art even though it's not what you think it is. Lots of intense eyes. |
Feb 26, 2014 10:00 AM
#329
yasako2isako said: It's as almost saying that KLK takes a page from Eva. We just made a show but somehow subconsciously made it a work of art even though it's not what you think it is. Lots of intense eyes. What a rude little fellow you are using strong words such as "work of art" inappropriately. Now now, be good, apologize to all the other more deserving anime out there... |
Feb 26, 2014 10:20 AM
#330
Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. |
"Evidently... There's no such thing as 'meaning' in this world. But that in itself is wonderful... isn't it? Since if there isn't a set meaning, then you can just find one on your own." - Filicia Heideman, So Ra No Wo To |
Feb 26, 2014 10:56 AM
#332
Based on the images posted here, we can assume two things happen this coming episode. Less than 24 hours remain.. |
"Evidently... There's no such thing as 'meaning' in this world. But that in itself is wonderful... isn't it? Since if there isn't a set meaning, then you can just find one on your own." - Filicia Heideman, So Ra No Wo To |
Feb 26, 2014 11:16 AM
#333
BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. |
Feb 26, 2014 11:25 AM
#334
ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. |
"Let Justice Be Done!" My Theme Fight again, fight again for justice! |
Feb 26, 2014 11:28 AM
#335
RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... |
Feb 26, 2014 11:31 AM
#336
ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. |
"Let Justice Be Done!" My Theme Fight again, fight again for justice! |
Feb 26, 2014 11:40 AM
#337
RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. ... Anything I say now regarding "comedy anime" would be a criticism to the show. So will just try to pretend that wasn't mentioned. As for your "elitist school" comment, if you have no idea that you are accusing someone of the very same thing you are doing, being an elitist who "gets" that he's watching a "comedy anime" (hah), then... I don't know just go back to school. Hell you aren't just being an elitist to little ol me you're being an elitist to all the people who want to talk about the symbolism they see in this show. "It's merely a "comedy anime", nothing more, man, you guys are so dumb, haha you don't even know the kind of show you're watching idiots." |
ollythirteenFeb 26, 2014 11:44 AM
Feb 26, 2014 11:53 AM
#338
ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. ... Anything I say now regarding "comedy anime" would be a criticism to the show. So will just try to pretend that wasn't mentioned. As for your "elitist school" comment, if you have no idea that you are accusing someone of the very same thing you are doing, being an elitist who "gets" that he's watching a "comedy anime" (hah), then... I don't know just go back to school. Hell you aren't just being an elitist to little ol me you're being an elitist to all the people who want to talk about the symbolism they see in this show. "It's merely a "comedy anime", nothing more, man, you guys are so dumb, haha you don't even know the kind of show you're watching idiots." Aha! So anyone who calls someone else an elitist is also an elitist! Because one is obviously restricting their good graces to only, how did you put it? "intellectually engaging" anime, while the other recognizes that anime is not limited to so paltry a category. And of course, putting words in my mouth. "You said since it has comedy, it can't have any other genres. It can't have funny stuff and serious stuff too!" Oh young padawan! You have learned so much but know so little! |
"Let Justice Be Done!" My Theme Fight again, fight again for justice! |
Feb 26, 2014 11:59 AM
#339
RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. ... Anything I say now regarding "comedy anime" would be a criticism to the show. So will just try to pretend that wasn't mentioned. As for your "elitist school" comment, if you have no idea that you are accusing someone of the very same thing you are doing, being an elitist who "gets" that he's watching a "comedy anime" (hah), then... I don't know just go back to school. Hell you aren't just being an elitist to little ol me you're being an elitist to all the people who want to talk about the symbolism they see in this show. "It's merely a "comedy anime", nothing more, man, you guys are so dumb, haha you don't even know the kind of show you're watching idiots." Aha! So anyone who calls someone else an elitist is also an elitist! Because one is obviously restricting their good graces to only, how did you put it? "intellectually engaging" anime, while the other recognizes that anime is not limited to so paltry a category. And of course, putting words in my mouth. "You said since it has comedy, it can't have any other genres. It can't have funny stuff and serious stuff too!" Oh young padawan! You have learned so much but know so little! Er, what? Your behavior is elitist since you imply that I don't get the show, hence your seeming to stand over plebian widdle ol me in an elitist fashion poo poo poo... Furthermore, there are people who feel there is MORE to this show than comedy, fan-service and action. In reply to them I have stated why I don't think there IS. It's lead to a misunderstanding I was trying to clear up when you showed up and accused me of something you yourself are guilty of! Wow gee golly! I guess my choice of words rubbed you the wrong way but I'm not sure anyone else would consider a scene in which a girl's skirt is being flipped as she's being whipped on the ass by a guy in an S&M suit to be an "intellectually engaging" one. "Kid playing with toys"... |
ollythirteenFeb 26, 2014 12:05 PM
Feb 26, 2014 12:23 PM
#340
ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. ... Anything I say now regarding "comedy anime" would be a criticism to the show. So will just try to pretend that wasn't mentioned. As for your "elitist school" comment, if you have no idea that you are accusing someone of the very same thing you are doing, being an elitist who "gets" that he's watching a "comedy anime" (hah), then... I don't know just go back to school. Hell you aren't just being an elitist to little ol me you're being an elitist to all the people who want to talk about the symbolism they see in this show. "It's merely a "comedy anime", nothing more, man, you guys are so dumb, haha you don't even know the kind of show you're watching idiots." Aha! So anyone who calls someone else an elitist is also an elitist! Because one is obviously restricting their good graces to only, how did you put it? "intellectually engaging" anime, while the other recognizes that anime is not limited to so paltry a category. And of course, putting words in my mouth. "You said since it has comedy, it can't have any other genres. It can't have funny stuff and serious stuff too!" Oh young padawan! You have learned so much but know so little! Er, what? Your behavior is elitist since you imply that I don't get the show, hence your seeming to stand over plebian widdle ol me in an elitist fashion poo poo poo... Furthermore, there are people who feel there is MORE to this show than comedy, fan-service and action. In reply to them I have stated why I don't think there IS. It's lead to a misunderstanding I was trying to clear up when you showed up and accused me of something you yourself are guilty of! Wow gee golly! I guess my choice of words rubbed you the wrong way but I'm not sure anyone else would consider a scene in which a girl's skirt is being flipped as she's being whipped on the ass by a guy in an S&M suit to be an "intellectually engaging" one. "Kid playing with toys"... Except (Plot twist again): I am implying everyone BUT you understands that the anime has a comedy factor. The elitist conclusion was drawn because it is part of the elitist mantra that comedy cannot coincide with "seriousness", which is the idea you have subscribed to in your comments. And surprise surprise, there IS more to the show than the comedy aspect. There is the (brace yourself), emotional aspect as well as the situational aspect too. Behold a lesson for thee my elitist friend!: An anime entails much more than simply a technical and narrative side! The lesson 2: a comedy anime can have much more than the comedy itself. Shocking, I know, but now you have been freed from the elitist snare! |
"Let Justice Be Done!" My Theme Fight again, fight again for justice! |
Feb 26, 2014 12:50 PM
#341
RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. ... Anything I say now regarding "comedy anime" would be a criticism to the show. So will just try to pretend that wasn't mentioned. As for your "elitist school" comment, if you have no idea that you are accusing someone of the very same thing you are doing, being an elitist who "gets" that he's watching a "comedy anime" (hah), then... I don't know just go back to school. Hell you aren't just being an elitist to little ol me you're being an elitist to all the people who want to talk about the symbolism they see in this show. "It's merely a "comedy anime", nothing more, man, you guys are so dumb, haha you don't even know the kind of show you're watching idiots." Aha! So anyone who calls someone else an elitist is also an elitist! Because one is obviously restricting their good graces to only, how did you put it? "intellectually engaging" anime, while the other recognizes that anime is not limited to so paltry a category. And of course, putting words in my mouth. "You said since it has comedy, it can't have any other genres. It can't have funny stuff and serious stuff too!" Oh young padawan! You have learned so much but know so little! Er, what? Your behavior is elitist since you imply that I don't get the show, hence your seeming to stand over plebian widdle ol me in an elitist fashion poo poo poo... Furthermore, there are people who feel there is MORE to this show than comedy, fan-service and action. In reply to them I have stated why I don't think there IS. It's lead to a misunderstanding I was trying to clear up when you showed up and accused me of something you yourself are guilty of! Wow gee golly! I guess my choice of words rubbed you the wrong way but I'm not sure anyone else would consider a scene in which a girl's skirt is being flipped as she's being whipped on the ass by a guy in an S&M suit to be an "intellectually engaging" one. "Kid playing with toys"... Except (Plot twist again): I am implying everyone BUT you understands that the anime has a comedy factor. The elitist conclusion was drawn because it is part of the elitist mantra that comedy cannot coincide with "seriousness", which is the idea you have subscribed to in your comments. And surprise surprise, there IS more to the show than the comedy aspect. There is the (brace yourself), emotional aspect as well as the situational aspect too. Behold a lesson for thee my elitist friend!: An anime entails much more than simply a technical and narrative side! The lesson 2: a comedy anime can have much more than the comedy itself. Shocking, I know, but now you have been freed from the elitist snare! Um last time I checked humour is a part of a narrative. Narrative is the umbrella term I used for the story aspect since part of the process of making anime involves animating (technical) a narrative (story that has comedy, action , fan-service, symbolism, themes and other things that can be lumped under that category). But yeah you already knew that since you're so smart and all. |
Feb 26, 2014 1:02 PM
#342
ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: RedRoseFring said: ollythirteen said: BRSxIgnition said: Dunno what happened with you Olly - you hated the show, then you started really liking it, then you went back to hating it. I have to say - the only think I'm disappointed at with KILL la KILL is the animation, which is directly tied to their budget as a new company. They make up for a good chunk of it with absolutely spectacular vistas and backgrounds, and really love-able characters. Let's divide all of anime into two for a second; one side is the technical, the other the narrative side. I have always raved about this show's technical side, bad animation, purposefully re-used shots and all. If the two sides of a show being put together equated to ten My Anime List points then that would put my score of this show at a 5/10 pre-second half. An "average". Neither hate nor love. Enter the show's "second half". With the episodes I've watched so far being awesome, they've gained the show 1 point. If the show were to maintain that momentum right up until the end (it just might) then my final score of the show would be a 7/10. A "good". A "Like" basically. Not "love", admittedly but far from "hate". My recent comments so far have been towards what I feel is an overestimation of the writer's abilities. I feel a lot of people are overestimating the guy's ability to (1.) tell a serious story and (2.) put hidden meanings within it. His style has remained the same from TTGL to Oh Edo Rocket: hyper For me watching his work is like watching a kid play with toys - the kid is having a blast and at first you find it mildly amusing but after a while your mind will wander off in search of something more... intellectually engaging. Anyway, still high off of episode 19. And still not gonna criticize this show (I think it won't be giving me anything to criticize) directly or indirectly. But what I'll probably feel for it by its conclusion will probably be an emotion far from hate. Hahaha! You're jokes dude! You basically explained why you have a terrible understanding of the anime. Don't worry. Stick to your "intellectual" "2deep4u", "I pretend I know what's going on but really have no idea what genre I'm even watching" anime, and the fans will stick to theirs ;) If you want some "intellectually engaging" anime, try Boku no Pico. I hear it really dives into topics like the nature of humanity and stuff. Wait wait wait, you just said I have a terrible understanding of the anime while accusing me of having a too deep for you attitude?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Wow, dude... But wait! Plot twist: I never said you had a too deep for you attitude, but that you should stick to "2deep4u" anime. The Kill la Kill forum throws yet another plot twist at us! People's jaws drop in awe of the shock! But seriously though, if you have no idea that you're watching a comedy anime, then you might as well go back to elitist school. ... Anything I say now regarding "comedy anime" would be a criticism to the show. So will just try to pretend that wasn't mentioned. As for your "elitist school" comment, if you have no idea that you are accusing someone of the very same thing you are doing, being an elitist who "gets" that he's watching a "comedy anime" (hah), then... I don't know just go back to school. Hell you aren't just being an elitist to little ol me you're being an elitist to all the people who want to talk about the symbolism they see in this show. "It's merely a "comedy anime", nothing more, man, you guys are so dumb, haha you don't even know the kind of show you're watching idiots." Aha! So anyone who calls someone else an elitist is also an elitist! Because one is obviously restricting their good graces to only, how did you put it? "intellectually engaging" anime, while the other recognizes that anime is not limited to so paltry a category. And of course, putting words in my mouth. "You said since it has comedy, it can't have any other genres. It can't have funny stuff and serious stuff too!" Oh young padawan! You have learned so much but know so little! Er, what? Your behavior is elitist since you imply that I don't get the show, hence your seeming to stand over plebian widdle ol me in an elitist fashion poo poo poo... Furthermore, there are people who feel there is MORE to this show than comedy, fan-service and action. In reply to them I have stated why I don't think there IS. It's lead to a misunderstanding I was trying to clear up when you showed up and accused me of something you yourself are guilty of! Wow gee golly! I guess my choice of words rubbed you the wrong way but I'm not sure anyone else would consider a scene in which a girl's skirt is being flipped as she's being whipped on the ass by a guy in an S&M suit to be an "intellectually engaging" one. "Kid playing with toys"... Except (Plot twist again): I am implying everyone BUT you understands that the anime has a comedy factor. The elitist conclusion was drawn because it is part of the elitist mantra that comedy cannot coincide with "seriousness", which is the idea you have subscribed to in your comments. And surprise surprise, there IS more to the show than the comedy aspect. There is the (brace yourself), emotional aspect as well as the situational aspect too. Behold a lesson for thee my elitist friend!: An anime entails much more than simply a technical and narrative side! The lesson 2: a comedy anime can have much more than the comedy itself. Shocking, I know, but now you have been freed from the elitist snare! Um last time I checked humour is a part of a narrative. Narrative is the umbrella term I used for the story aspect since part of the process of making anime involves animating (technical) a narrative (story that has comedy, action , fan-service, symbolism, themes and other things that can be lumped under that category). But yeah you already knew that since you're so smart and all. Au contraire my friend! It is because YOU are so smart. Only "intellectually engaging" anime could please you, while the common and apparently "dumb" anime could please a plebeian like me and the others who apparently love this show. In the end, it is your choice on what you like or dislike, but at least I have made an attempt to get you to widen your horizons. It is up to you to see if "non-intellectually engaging" anime like KlK could ever transcend that oh so elusive boundary of what is entertaining or not! |
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Feb 26, 2014 1:31 PM
#343
@ RedroseFring, Yeaah, I knew it. It was the choice of words that got your goat. "Intellectually engaging". The word is big and scary, isn't it? Calls to mind things like Ghost in the Shell, Ergo Proxy and Haibane Renmei. In other words boring stuff. Except it could also mean anything that inspires some thought. Kinda like Golden Time's last episode or even Sekai Seifuku's one. They're both heavy on comedy too you see. They have their serious moments and even emotional ones but they're mostly comedy. Going back to that scene where Ryuuko is literally getting her ass whooped did it inspire thought in you. Did you go "Hmm, this is interesting because X..."? You're just being overly defensive is all. And projecting too. Because my comments were in reply to why I wasn't hating the show but the show's writer and his writing style which I likened to watching a child play with toys...it's fun but after a while your mind wanders in search of something that inspires a little more thought. How's that then? Better? You don't feel dumb anymore or like I'm putting myself on a pretty tall horse? What a difference a better choice of words makes, huh? I'm risking carpel tunnel syndrome tap tap tapping on my blackberry in reply to your out of context posts (humour is part of a narrative, dude). So yeah this was...weird. |
Feb 26, 2014 2:20 PM
#344
ollythirteen said: Calls to mind things like Ghost in the Shell, Ergo Proxy and Haibane Renmei. In other words boring stuff. Blasphemy. All three are excellent. Not participating in this long winded debate, just pulling your leg haha. |
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Feb 26, 2014 2:31 PM
#345
When Satsuki's mom was spanking that ass, that was pretty molesty. |
Feb 26, 2014 2:50 PM
#346
@ Migohunter, Ahaha whoops my bad. I sort of just got carried away when defending my honour as a none elitist. All 3 flew over my head (symbolism heavy Haibane Renmei especially). Ghost in the Shell (the movie) and Ergo Proxy were both technically beautiful, I must say. But yeah while flying over my head all three dropped "You do not get it" doodees on it too. |
Feb 26, 2014 6:34 PM
#347
Why don't you two just get it over with and kiss |
Feb 26, 2014 7:42 PM
#348
Pretty awesome episode... as I thought this one would be. That's pretty freakin' epic that the Elite Four joined Nudist Beach, I never even considered that a possibility. Also wasn't expecting Ryuko to deny Senketsu like that... but it makes a lot of sense and to be honest I hope she doesn't wear him anymore; only because that would make her all the more badass if she beats Ragyo like that. And seriously what's up with Mako's mom? Lol. I normally hate using this term, but what a fuckin' MILF. :O Well w/e, I'm sure it would be pretty damned distracting to have a glowing penis right next to your head... but it looked like she was about to go further if Matarou hadn't shown up. Not sure if Satsuki suddenly got black toenail or if that's some kind of hidden blade. Anyway, most important part of this episode imo: my ship of Mako and Gamgoori is officially setting sail. Oh, and @ollythirteen I was tempted to comment on you guys' argument, but instead the only thing I want to say is that's pretty damned impressive that you typed all of that on a Blackberry. I've never had one of those high-tech smart phones, but I'd imagine that's still pretty difficult. |
Feb 26, 2014 8:14 PM
#349
This show. so intense. I honestly haven't decided on the symbolism in this show. On one hand, I really want to believe that there was another layer the creators wanted to add, but on the other hand, I can totally see this being a grand case of NGE syndrome: The creator didn't put any specific meaning, but the watchers manage to piece solid symbolism out of it. |
Feb 26, 2014 8:50 PM
#350
ollythirteen said: @ RedroseFring, Yeaah, I knew it. It was the choice of words that got your goat. "Intellectually engaging". The word is big and scary, isn't it? Calls to mind things like Ghost in the Shell, Ergo Proxy and Haibane Renmei. In other words boring stuff. Except it could also mean anything that inspires some thought. Kinda like Golden Time's last episode or even Sekai Seifuku's one. They're both heavy on comedy too you see. They have their serious moments and even emotional ones but they're mostly comedy. Going back to that scene where Ryuuko is literally getting her ass whooped did it inspire thought in you. Did you go "Hmm, this is interesting because X..."? You're just being overly defensive is all. And projecting too. Because my comments were in reply to why I wasn't hating the show but the show's writer and his writing style which I likened to watching a child play with toys...it's fun but after a while your mind wanders in search of something that inspires a little more thought. How's that then? Better? You don't feel dumb anymore or like I'm putting myself on a pretty tall horse? What a difference a better choice of words makes, huh? I'm risking carpel tunnel syndrome tap tap tapping on my blackberry in reply to your out of context posts (humour is part of a narrative, dude). So yeah this was...weird. Haha! It's big and scary all right. Also, part of this comes from how you define "intellectually engaging." And of course you'd be right if Ryuko getting beat up was the only thing to ever happen in the anime, but if you took off your elitist glasses you'd discover (surprise, surprise!) it's not! To say that it is not intellectually stimulating would be to imply that it didn't inspire a single thought which would just show that your brain was turned off while other people's brains stayed on. That would imply that you were able to connect all the events that transpired at episode one and didn't have to apply any of your oh so impressive intellect to piece them all together. Or that you knew the true nature of all the mysteries in the show (since you're so smart and all). But wait! Going through the forums reveal that you did not in fact know everything before their reveals and you did not piece together the relevance of all the events and their effects on the whole narrative. ^Now that suggests that you are either stupid like the rest of us, or you were just blowing BS elitist garbage. Either way, it don't look to good for ya image :/ |
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