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May 13, 2025
First and foremost, I would wholeheartedly recommend this anime to viewers between the ages of 10 and 15. If you're older than that, chances are the show may come across as a bit childish — which, in all fairness, will be better addressed further down this review.
That said, the anime is overall a pleasant watch. It’s not exactly a groundbreaking shoujo, but it manages to avoid being completely cliché as well. What makes it stand out is the fact that the story is told from the perspective of a male protagonist. Yes, you read that right: this shoujo isn’t led by a girl. Groundbreaking, I
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The plot follows Takeo Gouda, a tall, muscular, and unconventionally unattractive high schooler who longs to be loved, especially since his charming best friend is constantly receiving love confessions like it’s a full-time job. Eventually, Takeo meets a sweet girl who falls for him almost instantly, and the two begin dating fairly early in the series.
Now, here’s the thing: it feels like the author tried so hard to avoid every classic trope that the characters ended up losing depth altogether. Takeo, despite being "ugly," is never bullied. In fact, he has a whole squad of loyal friends who adore him. The girl? No personal struggles whatsoever. She has friends, a family, and even culinary skills that would put MasterChef contestants to shame. And the pretty boy? Of course he’s not arrogant or shallow — he’s practically a walking halo: smart, sensitive, emotionally supportive...
The result? A world so utopian that it becomes hard to emotionally invest in the characters. There's little sense of inner conflict or compelling backstory. And while I wasn't expecting shounen-level trauma, I was at least hoping for something that grounds the characters in emotional reality — like we see in titles such as Ao Haru Ride or Your Lie in April.
Regarding the comedy aspect: personally, I didn’t find it very effective. The exaggerated contrast between Takeo's size and the other characters, along with his comically intense facial expressions, seems like it's supposed to be funny — but it just didn’t land for me, but maybe I’m the problem.
Nevertheless, the show is undeniably cute. It has a cozy, feel-good vibe and it’s definitely worth watching if you’re in the mood for something light. Just don’t overthink it. Personally, I’m drawn to characters that inspire personal growth — and I do appreciate how this anime portrays kindness as something powerful. In situations where most people would act selfishly, the characters consistently choose empathy. It's like a "kindness is the real superpower" PSA — and honestly, I respect that.
Ratings:
Story: 7/10
The story itself isn’t particularly strong or hilarious, as I’ve mentioned, but it’s incredibly sweet and heartwarming. I may be a little biased because I enjoy these fluffy slice-of-life romances — judge me if you must.
Character Evolution: 5/10
The main characters remain more or less static, but those around them gradually change as they interact with the protagonists. I get the sense that the series is less about personal growth and more about inspiring growth in others.
Character Design: 3/10
Let’s be honest: the only truly original design here is Takeo himself. The rest? Walking stereotypes. You've got the innocent pretty girl and the popular guy with flawless hair — nothing we haven’t seen a thousand times.
Animation: 8/10
For a 2015 anime, the animation is very good. It does the job, but won’t exactly have you gasping in awe or tweeting frame-by-frame breakdowns.
Overall Rating: 7/10
I went into this expecting a top-tier shoujo — something on par with Ao Haru Ride, especially since Ore Monogatari!! was mentioned in the Ao Haru Ride manga itself. And while it doesn't quite reach that level, it's still a sweet and enjoyable experience. I wouldn’t recommend it to someone looking for a more mature or emotionally complex romance, but if you're in the mood for something that just makes you go “aww” every five minutes, this show delivers.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Apr 6, 2023
First and foremost, I would like to delve into the key aspects that Blue Lock brings to the table. Following that matter, it can be argued that the anime has a rather questionable moral compass.
Personally speaking, I couldn't help but draw comparisons between Blue Lock and Danganronpa. Although there are very obvious similarities in the plot, the show stands apart with its focus on the characters' perspectives. Unlike in Danganronpa, where Monokuma is almost always the common enemy of the group, in Blue Lock, Ego is portrayed as this wise mentor - almost like a deity and the real “enimies” of the players
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are their own teammates.
While the characters in Danganronpa question their own morality, those in Blue Lock seem to relish in dismantling it. The "Blue Lock experiment," rather than being a mere endeavor to create the strongest striker in the world, is a breeding ground for underage psychopaths. The characters, instead of progressing, spiral downwards, trapped in their own bubble. It is important to highlight that, although such a mentality may lead to success in football, became a problem when translated to other areas of life. One can see this phenomenon mirrored in the lives of real-life football players, who often lack moral grounding and are, therefore, not deserving of icon status.
Now, onto the anime itself:
Story: 4/10
Unfortunately, the story falls short and fails to leave a lasting impact. It's just another mediocre shounen that fails to stand out from the rest.
Character Evolution: 1/10
There's not much to say here. The characters don't grow or evolve in any meaningful way. Instead, they become more and more childlike, which doesn't make for a compelling viewing experience. The main character is a classic edgelord who thinks he's better off without friends or a team.
Character Design: 7/10
On the bright side, the character design is impressive. Each character is unique and stands out in their way. However, don't expect to predict what's going to happen based on their appearances. The show throws a few curveballs your way, which is always appreciated.
Animation: 9/10
The animation is top-notch and elevates the super-long monologues. The show flows smoothly, except for some of the CGI elements during the matches.
Overall Rating: 5/10
All in all, while Blue Lock may not be the worst anime out there, it doesn't offer anything groundbreaking. It's a show that can be enjoyed casually, but don't expect to be wowed.
Reviewer’s Rating: 5
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Dec 16, 2022
Howl’s moving castle is one of my favorite movies from Studio Ghibli, it is very magical and remarkable. The story is telled in such a poetic and touching way, with visually stunning scenes and emotional melodies. Before anything, it is has so much depth to it that you can’t really say it is for children. It focus on themes such as war, violence and love. It isn’t really about the two main characters theyself but how they interact with the world bringing some critcism of how selfish humans can be.
A thing that really stand out in Hayao Miyasaki works is the way he portrays female
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heroines. They aren’t the usual manly and sexualized heroines we see in many action hollywood movies, contrariwise, they are usually very femine, sensitive and gentle. Sophie is a character that resembles something that goes on the other way of some sayings we hear nowadays, she loves herself, but it doen’t prevents her to be caring and lovable even with the ones that did something rude to her in the past, she is mature enough to claim her position within apparent chaos without bein violent and still being empathic with her surroundings.
If you search about Hayao Miyasaki creative process you may see how emotionally attached he is with his work since he often suffers so much by lack of creativity. He is such a perfectionist and this contributes strongly to his narratives being so magical and immersive.
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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