Intriguing mystery, beautiful story - this is art
Pros:
- Extremely satisfying movie that stirs emotions
- Mature and well-written story with deep themes that are actually relatable
- Very solid characters with nice development - Visually stunning presentation that is breathtaking when paired with the beautiful sound direction and score
- The mystery is also well-constructed and will have you guessing all the way till the end
Cons:
- While all of the plot points are tied up well, some details in its explanation are less convincing
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May 21, 2019
High Score Girl
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High Score Girl is a great show that can be enjoyed multiple different ways!
The show is a great timepiece for the early 1990s in regard to the Arcade culture [among other video games] and the competitive fighting game craze that arose in that time. If nothing else, the show will give you warm, fuzzy nostalgia feelings (if you have an interest in the subject matter). However, if you look a bit further, you will discover a simply written story with superb execution and heart-warming themes. The show mostly dwells on the lighter-hearted side, but also touches on some real themes that are relatable and genuine. ... 
May 20, 2019
Kuuchuu Buranko
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I loved Kuuchuu Buranko (Welcome to Irabu's Office) dearly, but I wouldn’t recommend it to everyone.
First off, the animation is very stylized and abnormal. It very well may turn off some people with its crazy colors, metaphorical representations of people, and exaggerated (real-life) superimposed footage. Yes, it looks bizarre and a bit off-putting, but it fits the subject matter quite nicely! The show is centered around the main character, Dr. Irabu, who takes on several patients suffering from various mental and emotional disorders. Rather than simply prescribing them pills, his unconventional method seeks to identify and resolve their deeper problems. One of the highlights of the show ... Previous - |
