| I understand that OP is merely asking for rankings without reasoning. To me, in terms of using literary devices like symbolism, framing and allusions and providing a solid foundation for media interpretation within concise sequences and slightly less-than-brisk pacing, it hit the mark. So yes, it is in my top 5. Perhaps with time more will come to appreciate the nuance Reze arc plays with on not only the narrative, but the animated audiovisual level as well. Take into consideration that a lot of the above rankings are going to be dependent on personal attachment to the series these films belong to, and not necessarily from judging a film as a standalone work. That said, I was surprised that Reze arc was especially good at keeping its story self-contained and surprisingly understandable to first-time watchers despite being a continuation. It serves as a springboard for several major characters to evolve from the mindset they start with in the TV series after making critical decisions with impactful consequences. Even if Denji's decision at the end seems to not have an immediate impact given the outcome and the fact that the next arc will gloss over it immediately, it gives him both precedent and experience to start maturing and exercising his own agency in the long run, against the wishes of the powers that be. It also broaches themes that will reach their crux by the end of Part 1's adaptation, should MAPPA continue the stellar work with the same care it did for this movie. So, I'm not worried about its longevity on the animation scene, for the simple matter that it does what it sets out do very well, and with surprising eloquence that I didn't expect going in. The subject matters at the center of Chainsaw can be controversial, even if I find them meaningful and ripe for discussion, so I can understand why it's not to everyone's taste. |
| Nope Top 5 are 5. I want To Eat Your Pancreas 4. Kara no Kyoukai 3. One Piece Film Z 2. One Piece Film Red 1. One Piece Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island |
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