Clannad"s story is good it mixs simple school life with a light and refreshing sprinkling of fantasy. The influence of fantasy is so subtle that until I watched it the second time I didn't even really realize that there was an element of fantasy because it's so well intertwined with what the characters are experiencing in a normal life. So please don't misunderstand this isn't a fantasy series. Being from a rural town that's full of problems I could totally relate to how Tomoya hated the town and how Nagisa loved it and I found it incredible how they managed to capture the feeling of a town in an anime. The only thing that kept the storyline from being a ten was simply the fact that I don't like harem anime and though it's very apparent who he will end up with I still found it semi annoying.
Art 10
This part really doesn't need to be explained just watch the first 3 minutes of the first episode and you will agree that it's amazing art.
Sound 10
The music in this is really lovely and subtle but is still memorable and it aids the story's development and feeling well. Also I am writing this review based on the english dubbed version and it has wonderful voice acting for every single character. To be honest it is one of the best dubs I have ever seen.
Character 10
The main character grows and develops in a wonderful way, and it's easy to relate to him. The problems the characters experience are portrayed realistically and they all have faults that make them seem more real. They all play their parts in helping each other grow... well except for Sunahara whose main purpose is just to kinda be the comedic punching bag-okay even he helps.
Enjoyment 10
This show is the only anime i've ever watched that made me laugh so hard that I had to pause the show to roll around on the ground a bit and then 5 minutes later make me pause it again until i finish crying (and I never cry like as in before this not in 5 years). The show is a complete emotional rollercoaster from beginning to finish but will you enjoy every second of it? definetly.
Overall 10
One of the best animes i've ever seen Its one of those shows that you have to watch at least once
