May 19, 2019
I will try my best to keep this spoiler free ^^. As you may already be able to tell from my score. I really enjoyed this film. Being a new wave of 'Chinese' produced anime, from studios, I have never heard of. This film was a very fun and interesting watch, I found myself watching this weeks before my exam, in need of procrastination (not a good thing). Only to be left astounded with the breathtaking animation-at times. And the beautifully composed characters and story plot. Overall I will be splitting this review into 5 sections, for simplicity's sake.
One - Story. This story was
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beautifully written, set in a high school where students find themselves unsure of their future, and their future envisioned by some of their parents. Like most Chinese films I have seen prior. Instead, this was incredible with its new modern ideas and takes on a stressful time period for some. It leaves one with a moral, and some to think back on, to reflect. Which I believe differentiates the best of movies from the worse.
Two - Art. At times the art was spectacular with truly jaw-dropping moments, with amazing CGI to plain out garbage moments, but be not discouraged and strive on as it will not affect the plot in any shape or form. Be aware that at some moments it feels rather rushed and rough. But what sticks is the amazing views, the amazing character designs and the amazing detail put in at just the right moments. Overall for the artworks you either love it or hate, because of the incontinence from the producers or you will love it for the scenes that do deserve praise.
Three - Soundtrack. Early in the film, to my surprise, I had realised they were using ANOTHER animes opening, being Slam Dunk I am unaware for any other instances thus will remain neutral on this. Nevertheless, the soundtrack was not out of this world, (Grammy Nominatible) but rather simple and sweet, with good moments every now and again. However, to no one's surprise, I must mention the Chinese Dubbing as this show was made in China. On other reviews, I saw people say they hated it just for that one reason, or they could not get hooked because of the unfamiliarity. I find these claims flat out stupid and hypocritic coming from the very same people who mouth on about how 'subs are better than dubs!'. Almost funny to an extent, I must although include my reason for bias if any. Of the fact that I am not of Chinese descent but have been taught a few Chinese words here and there so it was refreshing to understand some words properly instead of just 'NANI or ONIICHAN'. The voice acting is not really well and must be praised.
Four - Characters. The characters are composed and put together really well, with story elements of the MC tracing from his past to the present, even leaving one with a really great ending. The four main leads to this show are portrayed really well.
Overall - I think this show is a must watch for people pursuing something to make them think, or reflect back on about their life or think towards the future and what they truly like and want to pursue. In the end I think that people should not feel discouraged from the Chinese Studio and Chinese Voice Acting, instead should stay open-minded for something refreshing.
Thanks for reading, and I sincerely hope you give this one a try! ;)
TRY YOUR BEST!!!
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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