I'd like not to say too much about Madoka. I'd like you to have the least amount of prejudgments possible before going into it. Just know that it is not at all as it seems, and is as close to a masterpiece as i have seen in a long time, anime or otherwise.
Art: 7
Abstract. I had a hard time getting into it at first but it fits the anime well.
Sound: 8
Soundtrack fits quite magnificently with what is happening on screen. Loved the classical bits.
Characters: 9
The greatest thing about the characters in this series are the flaws that they have. The story greatly benefits from these flaws and is one of the reasons it is so great.
Story: 9
One of the things that really impressed me about this story was the "wise old man" that just emanated from the dialogue from time to time. Some great quotes to be found here. The story was tailored very well to the characters that are in it. The story has kind of a "every action has a positive and negative consequence" ideology behind it. I was very impressed with how the ending was written, as it easily could have strayed off from that idea, but it manages stick with it well. However, because of its somewhat negative ideology can get quite grim at times, but that's part of what makes it great to me.
Enjoyment: 8.5
Can be a bit grueling to watch from time to time, but that is part of what makes it so great. It can be extremely unforgiving at times, which makes me want to watch it even more. The sense of mystery and ominousness that surrounds you though out the entire series unravels its-self quite satisfyingly and never treats you like a child, however childish this show may come off as. (To a westerner anyways)
Overall: 8.75
As i said above it is as close to a masterpiece as i have seen in a long time, and would highly recommend that anyone who enjoys anime to watch this series.
