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Jan 25, 2024
All in the looks, nothing behind the awesomeness. In recent years, a lot of anime have tried this approach. And whilst most of them do have a ting of enjoyment in the cool fight scenes that pop up once in a while, most of the saving grace of anime from the past that are reboots and movies don't have that. It's as though they exist just to complete a set. FLCL: Shoegaze however, is a middling in the two. It tries to achieve both whilst still making it engaging enough. Nonetheless it fails in its approach, unable to capture the hearts of the viewers of
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the long beloved classic that came far before it.
The writing quality and enjoyment while largely subjective when it comes to most, are the things that hold this anime back the most. This is most especially true when you walk into it expecting something as equally good as the classic. If anything at all, this one along with the other long winding string of reboots can be described by one thing in pop culture and it would be the "What happened to the game I love?" meme.
This sequel's writing tries to force development that are non-existent through a streak of events that lack the shock value they were perpetrated to have. Everything is just out-of-whack especially considering that the music doesn't throw at you to fit the sync that is the heavy chaotic nature of the program. Considering it's a sequel to a preposed Avant Garde, there is nothing really ahead of it's time in this time period as everything is just there to exist; just like this statement is there to not make sense in any way, so is the show. The delivery is lackluster at best. This makes enjoying it a rather difficult thing I must say.
The animation however, is not the case. It's one that is particularly well done and would like to give props to the studio for their work on this aspect. It's so well done, one might think they just wanted a shot at animating the loved franchise and decided to put no effort in the other aspects. A shame really considering the end answered with something more to be desired, yet it's underwhelming presentation didn't make it out as extraordinary at all.
In the end, Shoegaze is a rather underwhelming piece. It leaves much to be desired in all aspects except animation. Constantly piercing at the viewer "Is it over yet?", rather than "What's next?". The mystery is almost entirely forgotten throughout. Though I could say this is as a result of the epic conclusion it's first predecessor had. This continuation was far too boring compared to the original.
Weighing everything discussed, 4.72/10 seems a fair rating for its efforts.
Reviewer’s Rating: 5
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Dec 12, 2023
As at the time of writing this review, the year 2023 is nearing its end; we the males of the species are slowly dying out and so is the overall population of the world. The world government has then issued that all copulation activities be stopped, men stop being men, women stop being women, so as to harvest our future offspring, send them to space in hopes of finding a better future that could sustain mankind without overfeeding the poor and underpaying the rich.🗿
Is this the type of nonsensical comedy with overexaggerated themes, settings and experiences you've been encountering in anime. And does it piss
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you off that, the writing is almost always incoherent and yet is able to make you smile with confusion, Well look no further because 'Daily Life of High School Boys' isn't that kind of anime🥴🥴.
What is it then? It's simply the daily life of high school boys if boys never had a future and were stuck in a simulation that though supposed to have undertones of heavy hitting emotions, is just brushed of with laughs and believe me as a male college student that went to an all boys boarding school, hits each and every single time.
I mean check this out, there's literally no depth or complexity to the plot and characters and no development at all in the course of these beautiful 12 episodes. Is this a bad thing? Absolutely not. Does this mean the writing quality has fallen flat and this is the worst piece of fiction and media to exist? Not by a long shot. In fact, I'd go as far as say the writing quality for this show is superb if not masterful. How the dialogue is interlaced in almost everything that happens from the openings through to the cuts for supposed commercial breaks and even in the moments where silence is prevalent makes this show definitely a surefire worthwhile one.
In terms of the visual aesthetics in particular, this show is extremely lazy with it as you'll soon come to know if you're reading this review before watching🤭. Even for a 2012 anime, this one is just not it. The art and animation style and quality are all basic. And the color palette is as bland as it can be. The one redeeming factors about this section might just only be the consistency and direction they staff took on this one. And do you know why complaints are futile when it comes to this part, it's because they're freaking conveying to you that, this is comedy; there's nothing serious here, why don't you loosen up a bit.😅😅And it succeeds surpassing it's effectiveness sometimes.
Unlike its counterparts which occasionally insert a high octane 10/10 action scenes, with all the essential components to make it seem like a high budget Hollywood anime, the staff is basically looking you in the dead in the eye and saying, "we don't get paid enough for this sh!t. Screw you"😅😅. Does it hurt my feelings as one in the audience?! How could it?! It had me laughing in almost every skit with it's grounded yet unpredictable scenarios.
And that is to say, same goes for the sound design. Grade A lackluster. Nothing more to add. However though, if there was something that did stick with me from this category of it's rating, it'd be it's ending theme and the visuals that correlate with it😅😅. Basically you'll have to watch it to get why; it's tone just fills the void of nostalgia with slow jams that accompany visuals that would indeed make you crack up. I mean this show is so good with it's comedic content that even the ending themes and scenes can make you crack up. Whilst the both opening and ending are not like the most catchy or memorable, you'll definitely enter and exit one of them with the intent with which the show is meant - comedy.
The main theme of the entire show is in the name of the anime itself. So, are there particularly any hard hitting emotions that a vast majority of high school boys convey in their everyday life and dialogue that would be relevant in this case?! I don't think so. Again, the show doesn't sell itself on being comedic based on the fact of extreme overexaggeration of scenarios and the introducing factor of nonexistent complex emotions. It's quite literally the daily life of high school boys if they had nothing better to do.
In the wake of this show's source, it was in the nuanced period where normal slice-of-life was being incorporated into comedy in anime as a source of media. It is quite reasonable how the show has garnered widespread acclaim and fans. Though lame in the now times, you cannot deny that buzz around this show raises questions as to why people don't particularly enjoy comedy anime today. Without including overly uncomfortable fetishes and characters as well as emphasis on a huge part of Japanese culture that mainstream anime has come to hate, this show has proven itself enjoyable.
In conclusion, the 'Daily Life of Highschool Boys' anime markets and popularizes itself on mostly two things nostalgia, relatability and the shear amount of high grade comedy that will keep you laughing without having much to think about. I can say with certainty that it'll be a show you'll be obsessed with fein to finish in one go binging it. It's more akin to a show you'd just want to watch whenever you feel like you need something laughworthy and it delivers without fail everytime. I've probably forgotten every single thing or scenario from the show as at writing this review but hey, it's the daily life of high school boys🤷🏿♂️.
I came to with a 6.92/10 all things considered. That is to say my objective view of the entire show as a medium. However, I'd definitely recommend to anyone like myself who's familiar with the niche that is anime comedy and is looking for more. You're going to have a blast.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Nov 18, 2023
The romance genre has overutilized more than it should been. Over the years, in almost all forms of media, romance has been seen as a simple cash grab for most; as long as it follows the tropes set up years before, we're sure to make a banger with this one. In this maze of confusion, one would be lucky to stumble upon 'The Dangers of the Heart,' undeniably the romance highlight for most this year. It ignores all the bizarre moments established by the normalcy of being an anime fan, turning into something wholesome and realistic. There is no awkward assignment the leads have to
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complete to bring them closer, there is no situation of the male protagonist being a pervert and hence the romance, no room for characters moving into the females house simply because he has no where else to go, there is no overuse of ecchi elements to subvert the attention of the audience and so much more useless premises. It's a straight up crush on a girl being oblivious to the fact that she knows you exist and vice versa. The show finds its root in telling a tale of youthful love, their encounters, and how they face their day-to-day problems. This establishment alone earns it 0.70 points in my books.
The depth of the plot, its complexity, and quality, while not extraordinary(as they keep things as simple as possible) can pose quite the topic on the lives of young adolescents once you look past the mask it hides as a happy slice-of-life rom-com. The pacing wonderfully done, considering that this could have been quite the series to dismiss if the direction shifted slightly more to a simple slice-of-life show. The main players in the series, develop quite a bit at the end of the season, along with other side characters who have their things going on. The dialogue is golden and full of comedic skits that, besides the over-the-top screaming sometimes from the male protagonist, seem to work out. I give the writing structure 1.76 points.
The musical and sound effects parts of the story are not the highlight, so there's not much to say. Every emotional scene played out with finesse for the tone and music, but the sound effects for various normal activities were quite average and forgettable. The opening and ending themes were also not to my liking, even though they fit the superficial calm nature of the series for the most part. I found myself almost always skipping them. It earns 0.44 points.
But that didn't take away from the enjoyment of the series. The show has quite a strong hook for the most part, and it begins right in episode 1. The premise, though it shifts, maintains its eerie nature of how it all began. This led to a tremendous amount of character development by the end—a truly sweet aftertaste. It nails emotions quite nicely, not going too deep to make the audience distraught but also not gearing towards the one-sided method of wholesomeness. It's hitting all the right spots, as most would have it. 1.10 points.
The enjoyment is simply divine. A quick word of advice: this might not be for you if you're expecting some heavy drama and action from both parties. It will, however, be extremely rewarding for anyone looking to experience what a first love entails. It's all summarized quite uniquely in this 12-episode show. 0.88 points, I'd say.
While the adventures experienced in this show are nothing new, the setting in which they occur baffled me over and over again. The show experiments with what most anime fans might not quite understand in the long term regarding the other romcoms they've seen. And that is normal. That's it; this is the first love tale of two socially awkward teenagers in middle school. It pulls its weight all in all as one in the genre and leaves no room for a bad experience. I'll give that 1.18 points.
At first glance more specifically in the first few episodes, the characters might simply seem like the general trope where someone simply having a creepy crush as portrayed by most other shows. However, as the story progresses, you realize each has their problems, goals, body language and so much more. This is the part of the anime that stands out. It does all this while ultimately focusing on romance as the main theme without actually swaying the audience's attention too far off course. While most background characters are not fleshed out enough, it is clear that the story planned to focus on the couple in the making from the start and isn't willing to sway into unknown depths of extras. It's done so beautifully that one can't complain with how well it turned out in the end. 0.73 points for its genre conventions well advocated.
Intellectually speaking, the anime doesn't offer much in terms of philosophy. That said, it doesn't look like it's meant to. It does try to muddy the waters of the perfect society a little with some moments of despair and indecision, something really common among adolescents, but it doesn't go much further past that. 0.70 points for that.
Overall, I give the show an 8.11/10 and would recommend it to anyone looking for a slice-of-life type young romance with a cheerful and hilarious atmosphere for most of its screen time. Give it a go; I know for sure I did, and it's now shockingly my favorite romance as of yet, simply due to relatability.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Apr 13, 2023
Telework Yotabanashi is a delightful romance manga that manages to capture the heart of readers with its well-crafted characters and unique art style. The story follows the daily activities of Nokoru, our male lead, as it slowly evolves into a charming romantic tale between neighbors. With only 20 chapters, this manga manages to pull all the stops and deliver an ideal relationship that many readers would envy.
The pacing of the story is perfect, giving readers just enough time to get invested in the characters and their relationship without dragging on. The character development is subtle but effective, making the romance feel authentic and genuine. The
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art style is unique and visually stimulating, perfectly complementing the story and its direction.
While the emotional engagement with the characters may fall short towards the end, the journey towards the conclusion is an enjoyable and wholesome read that is sure to leave a lasting impression on the reader. The story is refreshing and innovative, offering a unique take on the romance genre.
Although Telework Yotabanashi may not contribute much to the culture, it has the potential to develop a cult following with appropriate promotion. It is an easy-going and enjoyable romance manga that only demands 20 chapters of your time. For optimal enjoyment, it is suggested to read at intervals and not all the chapters at once, as it provides the much-needed engagement to fully appreciate the work of art.
Here's a Summary of My Rating
Writing Structure - 1.16/1.45
Visual Aesthetics - 0.72/0.80
Emotional Engagement - 0.70/0.95
Enjoyment - 1.80/1.80
Originality - 2.04/2.55
Genre Conventions - 0.98/1.30
Cultural Significance - 0.41/0.65
Intellectual Stimulation - 0.33/0.50
Overall, Telework Yotabanashi is a charming and heartwarming read that deserves an 8.15/10 rating. It's a must-read for anyone looking for a wholesome and delightful romance manga that is sure to leave a smile on your face.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Apr 6, 2023
"The Daily Life of the Immortal King Season 2" is an anime that can be a hit or miss for most viewers. The show's strengths lie in its visual aesthetics and originality, while its weaknesses are its audio design and writing structure. Overall, it is a fun and enjoyable show that may not satisfy everyone's taste.
Writing Structure - 0.49/0.80
The writing structure of the show is a bit lacking. While the story depth and plot complexity are average, the pacing and character development could be improved. The show tends to rush through its story, leaving little room for character development or building up to emotional moments.
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However, the writing quality and dialogue are decent with it seemingly comedic moments, which helps make up for some of these flaws.
Visual Aesthetics - 1.93/2.40
The visual aesthetics are undoubtedly the highlight of the show. The art style is gorgeous, and the animation is consistent throughout the series. However, it does not offer anything outstanding. You could say the show's use of color is also impressive and adds to the overall appeal of the anime. The visuals also support the story well, as the animation and direction quality enhance the action scenes.
Audio Design - 0.83/1.60
On the other hand, the audio design of the show is not as strong. While the music quality is good, the sound effects and voice acting quality are average. There is also little use of music to fit the tone and mood of the show, which makes some of the emotional moments less impactful. The sound design could be improved to contribute better to the mood and atmosphere of the anime. When it comes to the voice acting, the voice acting in the dubbed version can be unbearable at times, which affects the overall viewing experience. Hence, the audio rating should be lower than the visuals though one could say there is an improvement over the previous season's utter lack of emotion in the voice acting.
Emotional Engagement - 0.41/0.72
The emotional engagement in the show is decent, but it could be better. The series does not offer much in terms of complex themes or emotions. Still, it makes up for it with its simple yet engaging story that keeps the audience hooked throughout the series. This simple yet engaging storyline adds to the emotional engagement aspect of the show.
Enjoyment - 1.15/1.50
Viewer's are likely to find an enjoyable and satisfying show with this one. The show balanced its elements well and introduced entertaining elements that made the show engaging. Additionally, the ending was satisfying, which is important for viewers. What people are to look for most in this one are the last few shows of the season which makes everything worthwhile in the long run of watching the show.
Genre Convention - 0.34/0.50
The show's adherence to genre conventions is average. While it is faithful to the genre, it lacks creative deviation from the genre, subversion of genre tropes, and effective use of genre-specific elements. The handling of character archetypes is good, but there is room for improvement in introducing fresh elements.
Originality - 1.30/1.68
In terms of originality, the show has some strengths. It is unique and innovative, experimenting with new techniques and handling of genre conventions. It also introduces new concepts and ideas, standing out in the genre. However, it does not break away from clichés and tropes as much as it could, and the handling of complex themes could be improved.
Cultural Significance - 0.22/0.36
Finally, the show's cultural significance is low. Though one notable aspect of the show is its potential to introduce the Chinese anime industry as a formidable industry. Although the cultural significance of the series may not be apparent now, it has the potential to contribute to the growth of the Chinese anime industry.
Overall, "The Daily Life of the Immortal King Season 2" is a decent show that offers a fun and engaging storyline. While it may not be groundbreaking in any aspect, it does offer a unique take on the fantasy genre conventions and is worth watching for its fun factor alone.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Feb 2, 2023
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is a meticulously crafted work of art that captivates its audience with its intricate and thought-provoking storyline. At first glance, it may not seem to stand out from other popular anime shows, but upon deeper inspection, it reveals itself to be a complex tapestry of various elements of entertainment, ranging from moralistic themes to dramatic plot twists to intense fight scenes. The animation and art style only add to its allure, making it an aesthetically pleasing experience.
The core question that FMAB poses is the value of human life, and this is reflected in the diverse and well-developed characters that inhabit its world.
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Every character, main or supporting, has their own motivations, beliefs, and growth, making the show a rewarding experience from start to finish. The soundtrack, with its powerful and sometimes emotionally charged openings and endings, enhances the overall viewing experience, making it an unforgettable journey.
In conclusion, FMAB is a near-perfect anime, with nothing about it being particularly flawed. Its pacing, storytelling, and character development are all on point, making it an experience that leaves a lasting impact. The final arc of the story is especially rewarding, making it an anime that truly deserves its place among the greats. I would not hesitate to give it a 10 out of 10 rating, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining anime experience.
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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Jan 28, 2023
"Killer in Lover" is a thought-provoking manga that delves into the complexities of human nature and the moral justifications of murder. The story is set in an unsettling environment and raises questions about the consequences of growing up in such a setting, as well as the nature of love and companionship.
The artwork in this manga is not particularly noteworthy, but the story more than makes up for it. The plot is captivating and filled with twists and turns that keep the reader engaged. Although it deals with heavy themes such as parenthood, murder, and love, the manga is relatively short, making it easy to read
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in one sitting.
The author does an excellent job of fleshing out the main characters and their backgrounds, though the supporting characters are somewhat underdeveloped. Despite this, the plot remains intriguing and well-crafted. The story is oversimplified at times, but the overall message is clear and effectively conveyed.
In conclusion, "Killer in Lover" is a worthwhile read for those who are open to exploring the darker aspects of human existence. It may not be the most memorable manga out there, but it certainly leaves a lasting impression. I would give it a 7.5 out of 10.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Dec 9, 2022
The first season of the Netflix Baki anime has a fantastic plot that kept me engaged from start to finish. The animation, while not the best, is still good enough to be enjoyable. The art style is not my favorite, but it doesn't take away from the overall experience.
The characters in this anime are well-developed and have their own unique personalities and backgrounds. The English voice acting is top-notch and really brings the characters to life.
One of the strong points of this anime is its diversity. It features a wide range of characters from different countries and backgrounds, which helps to create a more interesting
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and dynamic world.
Unfortunately, the enjoyment factor was not as high as I would have liked. The pacing can be a bit slow at times and the story-telling could be improved. The music and sound effects are decent, but the openings and endings are forgettable.
Overall, while Baki is seen as a masterpiece to many due to its unorthodox method of storytelling, this was not the case for me. While the action and shounen elements were strong, the drama and mysteries could have been handled better. I was initially interested in the anime, but the first few episodes did not resonate with me and I ended up putting it on hold.
Despite its flaws, I am still curious about the next season of Baki and will be watching it.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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Oct 27, 2022
Honestly, I believe this is why people don't enjoy Netflix shows. This show could have been way better if it had better marketing and animation put in motion. Overall this show asks the question of should humans have the ultimate ability to print each other through their science.
Besides it's overall poor choice in animation and color saturation for a show released in 2022, there is nothing really bad about this series.
It has well rounded characters with each person having their own purpose in the bigger picture.
A somewhat abrupt ending but still worth the entertaining watch.
I'd say the music choice and sound effects are pretty
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poor, but the story really didn't require it lacking peak action and all.
I do commend the story's plot, purpose and pace though, I could go far as to say it was a masterpiece but the ending just doesn't tie up for the entire story.
The whole story really just defines how greedy each human really is with the crew members having their own goals for being on a mission to a new haven for humanity.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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Oct 21, 2022
Well this is sad.
Nothing has really differed much from the first season but I can't help but feel that it has taken a step down somehow.
If there was one way to put this I would but I really was disappointed with this season. I expected it to beat the odds and become one of the most loved shows this year. But that was just a pipe dream.
I really see no difference in art and animation despite the many complains on it. The characters however I can say are not given as much light as they were given in the previous season and that technically makes
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the show a little difficult to watch. It makes up for this by introducing some new characters who in a sense fail to accommodate for the loss.
I actually loved the pace this season took, with every two or three episodes having a different adventure. Of course it was nothing to write home about but a pretty fun watch nonetheless.
All in all, the show isn't bad. Its redeeming qualities lie in its enjoyment, voice acting and new components of world building being introduced.
All in all, you wouldn't regret watching it, but I can't help but feel like the studio could have done way better than this.
Reviewer’s Rating: 8
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