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Apr 16, 2014
(Note: This review may contain some minor spoilers.)
Evangelion 3.0 is ultimately a film that sparks a bit of disappointment in the eyes of big Evangelion fans across the world, myself included. One would assume that after the epic and masterful film that Evangelion 2.0 was, the film following it would deliver a similar feeling of colossal and monumental entertainment of storytelling. Sadly, Evangelion 3.0: You Can (Not) Redo is a story that throws many of the fans off, and what you receive from it is an average to mediocre installment in the Rebuild series.
The story may very well be the weakest aspect of Evangelion
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3.0. Out of nowhere, the film throws you into a time skip of exactly fourteen years after the ending of 2.0. After recovering a confused and post-comatose-state Shinji Ikari from space, Misato, Asuka, and the other members of the organization known as WILLE reveal to Shinji that they are fighting against NERV, the EVA organization that Shinji's father runs. Why are they fighting against NERV? That is only one of the many questions that you will ask while watching 3.0. Other questions that may arise from the viewing are questions such as why does Asuka have an eye patch? Why is she operating an EVA in the first place? What happened to SEELE? Why is Rei almost completely mute throughout the film? These unanswered questions as well as the muddled and confusing plot of 3.0 makes for a less enjoyable experience than the past two films, leaving you confused and worried for the finale of the series.
Although I have always loved the characters of Evangelion, I felt as though they were written rather poorly in this latest entry. Shinji who, by the way, is a character that I've always liked and appreciated, is utterly boring in the film, and is shown in the film only as a character who is constantly confused and riddled with questions. Sure, maybe Shinji is a person who tends to ask many questions, but this film only portrays him as a big, walking question mark. Asuka and Mari barely had anytime to shine on screen in this installment, Misato became a wooden and stereotypical anger-filled woman, and Rei is even more of a "girl with a robot's personality" than ever before. The only character worthy of praise in the film was none other than Kawroru, who, just like in the original show, is equally charming and intriguing whenever he is shown.
Evangelion 3.0 has many flaws but also contains a couple of pros to it as well. For one, the soundtrack is still amazing, containing a great blend of classical music, such as works from Beethoven, as well as a great use of rock n' roll for the action scenes. Speaking of the action scenes, they are amazingly directed and epic to look at, causing you to become awestruck by how enormous the scope of the action appears to be in the film. The biggest pro of the film, however, is the many different easter eggs and hidden subtext within the writing that further back up the theories that most fans have created regarding the film series. Without potentially spoiling anything, I will say that the many hidden things that you may witness or see in 3.0 will keep you looking forward to the finale of the series and how the many fan discussions and theories may actually be true.
Evangelion 3.0: You Can (Not) Redo is a film that may leave a sour taste in the mouths of long-time fans. The story is filled with plot-holes that are never fully answered, leaving you impatient for the finale and hoping that there will be clarification for everything that is happening. This film is a completely different entity from that of its predecessors and, in this case, is the weakest of the films that are currently out. However, I still strongly encourage you to watch this entry so that you can be fully prepared for the grand finale, 4.0, and to watch it for the action, which is top-notch and amazing. What you will get from 3.0 is a range of mixed feelings for how this legendary series will end, and an enormous amount of questions for what is to come.
Reviewer’s Rating: 6
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Apr 8, 2014
Are you the type of person who, after viewing a certain show known as Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann, is dying to watch something that is extremely over-the-top, zany, and just all out fun? Are you looking for a show that will cause you to casually yell out "HELL YEAH!" for almost every episode? Then look no further than Kill la Kill. Just like Gurren Lagann, Kill la Kill is another one of Gainax's ultra-insane, beyond-logic creations that will entertain you from beginning to end with its mixture of drama and absurd comedy.
Kill la Kill's story can be something of a mixed-bag for people. The story
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is about a teenage girl named Ryuko who is trying to avenge her deceased father, who she believes was killed by an authority-crazed girl named Satsuki Kiryuin who runs a sort of mega-complexed, prison-like academy. This may seem like any other Kill Bill-esque revenge story but, just like TTGL, the story transforms into something out of this world. Because of this transformation, many may find Kill la Kill's story a little too grandeur and illogical. I for one thoroughly enjoyed its story, simply because it does not at all take itself seriously. In order to enjoy this story,you must kick logic to the curb (hahaha) and view it for what it is, which is an escape from the logical conventions of storytelling.
The absolute best factor of Kill la Kill has to be its soundtrack. The song "Don't Lose Your Way" will stick in your head for days upon days. What I loved about that song and the rest of the music was how epic and energetic it was. The soundtrack of the show does an excellent job of making you stay wide awake during all of the episodes, filling you with excitement and goosebumps. Another thing that makes the soundtrack so good is the diversity contained within it. When there is drama in the show, the music does an awesome job of conveying those particular moments with the right type of rhythm and melody, and when it becomes action-packed, the music becomes god-like and flabbergasting. Overall, the music is some of the best you will hear from recent anime.
Aside from having a good story and an awesome soundtrack, Kill la Kill still has its flaws. One of its flaws includes the fact that the art is pretty plain. There is a strong use of color in the show, however, it does not help the fact that the characters look like cardboard cut outs in many of the episodes. The art will also sometimes look as though every little thing in the show was drawn in just a day. Another flaw of the show would also be the character Mako. Don't get me wrong, I did laugh at many of her gags most of the time throughout the show, but I still failed to see her true importance to the story.
One other noteworthy factor of the show that may or may not sit well with people is the show's excessive use of fan service. There is a big use of it within the show, but at the same time, the fan service actually connects to the story (believe it or not). If you're fine with the fan service having a purpose, then there should be no problem with your viewing experience.
Kill la Kill is the most wacky and fun show that you can watch from 2013. The show does a great job at being purely nothing but fun and excitement. Gainax has done it again with combining epic and explosive action with over the top humor and a story that constantly becomes more and more entertaining and crazy. If you love shows like Gurren Lagann that allows you to escape from logic, then Kill la Kill is your type of show.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Mar 24, 2014
Bakemonogatari is a show that is the very definition of wit. It's a show that conveys emotions and pure personality through intellectual conversations that are shared between characters. That being said, the show may turn off many viewers because of the fact that it mainly revolves around dialogue. I'm here to tell you otherwise. What you will experience from Bakemonogatari is something that is both comedic and expressive on a personal level, making the experience an unforgettable one.
The story of Bakemonogatari has you follow the life of a high school student named Araragi Koyomi and how he interacts with a cast of girls who
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all contain supernatural related issues in their lives. The story is, however, not a big factor of the show simply because of how the show focuses specifically on characters rather than an overarching plot.
Now, one thing that should be understood clearly is that this is a show focused on character interactions, something that you would not typically find within an anime. Characters may converse with others for minutes upon minutes of time, but that is what makes this show so appealing. The conversations that you will hear are funny, dramatic, and sometimes even thought-provoking, or they may even contain relativity to certain aspects of your own life. Watching the characters indulge themselves with a multitude of intriguing conversations is one of the many things that makes this show so special.
Speaking of the characters, they are some of the most colorful that you can find within any show. What makes them standout so much is how each of them have certain facets and aspects to their personalities. One character is a sexually frustrated man/vampire who has trouble interacting with others, while another character is an overly-educated woman who is stubborn towards her own issues, causing herself to gather up ginormous amounts of stress. I have only described two characters out of a cast of that is extremely unforgettable for there many quirks and features.
One other factor that makes Bakemonogatari so special is the art. I'm not lying to you when I say that the show is one of the best looking anime's that you will ever watch. Shots of characters are shown in locales that are aesthetically breathtaking. The show also manages to effectively use a wide variety of different colors. The different colors that are used in the show excellently capture the mood of the characters in many scenes, proving that the art is more than just being flashy and bright for the sake of being beautiful.
One thing that may or may not frustrate you are the many different shots of text that will appear in conversations between characters. I personally had no qualms with them, but it should be noted that they are used frequently in the show. However, they should not distract you too much from your viewing experience, for they will even sometimes add more depth to the characters.
Aside from a somewhat cheesy and awkward ending, Bakemonogatari is a one-of-a-kind show. The amount of characterization and depth in its writing is unlike any show that I have come across. Watching this show is like watching a masterfully done character piece with beautiful artwork. If you're fine with a heavy usage of dialogue and wordplay then Bakemonogatari is your type of show. What you will gain out of this show is a new take on the word "unique".
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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Mar 19, 2014
-Eternal Tranquility. The discovery of a new definition of happiness.
This is how I would best describe "Aria the Origination", an amazingly beautiful and extremely heartwarming show that I could not stop smiling at. The emotions and happiness that you will feel from inside of you while watching this are real and everlasting. Without further or due, here is my spoiler-free review.
(Note: In order to have a fully-engrossing experience of this show, watching the first two seasons is very crucial.)
(Note #2: This also my first review so please feel free to give me feedback on how I did and what you thought of it.)
The story
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of "Aria the Origination" takes place after the events of the second season, "Aria the Natural", and continues to follow the life of Akari Mizunashi and her friends: Aika and Alice. Unlike the first two seasons, which served as a welcoming to Neo-Venezia and the adventures that Akari and and company undergo, Origination acts as more of a personal story about the goals that our heroines have been striving for throughout the show. Being that this is the last season of the series, the Origination delivers a conclusion that looks back on the previous seasons and allows us to reflect on how much our protagonists have changed ever since the very beginning. The story in Origination excellently captures the struggles and achievements that Akari and the others experience, making this a very believable and special viewing.
One thing that is noticeably different about "Aria the Origination" is its tone. In the previous two stories, the tone of the two seasons is expressed as being very happy and having a "no-worries" type of feeling. In the Origination, the tone, while still remaining relaxing and happy, actually becomes substantially more mature. This is because of the fact that the final season deals with the themes of reaching one's goals, and most importantly, "change". Because of these themes, the tone of the show becomes subtly dramatic, yet does great job at keeping the signature feeling of the series, which is a focus on relaxation and harmony.
There is also a much bigger focus on character development that you will find within the final season. I loved the development that each and every character went through in this season. This is because of the fact that the entire cast of characters realized who they are and what type of person they have now been shaped into. Without spoiling anything, I will say that many revelations of the characters are revealed to the viewer, allowing us to have much more of a connection with the characters and an understanding as for why each character is so different from one another, and what each of their personal goals are.
In terms of the art and soundtrack, I immediately fell in love with both of them. The art of this season made feel as though I was seduced into the wonderful and tranquil world of Aqua or as if I was riding a gondola. I really loved how colorful and bright the art was for this time around, making the viewing experience very memorable and lively. And the soundtrack, oh man that soundtrack! I cannot express how many emotions I felt listening to the sublime and elevating music of this show. You will not be disappointed by how heavenly and peaceful the music is for this season.
Overall, "Aria the Origination" was one of the most satisfying conclusions to any anime that I have seen. After viewing the first two seasons of the Aria series, you will find that the Origination is something else entirely and is extremely special, while at the same time acting as more of the same, wonderful adventures of the protagonist, Akari, and her friends. Saying that I enjoyed this conclusion is really an understatement because of how much of a true gem this anime is. Those of you who have watched the first two seasons will undoubtedly find that "Aria the Origination" is the most fitting conclusion that this series could ever have. Farewell Neo-Venezia. It was a wonderful experience!
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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