Clannad has brought me this sensational feeling. No other series has ever feel me this way, this powerful way that Clannad did. Everything is nothing but pure perfection by being simple to its core. The build ups, the tensions, the sound, the visuals and the characters make you feel as you're part of this long journey.
Firstly, i'd like to say the most influential of this entire series has to be Akio-san and sanae-san. Without their presence and guidance throughout the series, this would have just been another kid trying to grow up on his own type of anime.
Story:
10/10
The story is complete perfection. It tells us the moral of living as a human being. The way we interact with others and how we create a bond with them. Clannad shows us how hard it can be to grow up, and what hardship may wait ahead but to never get down and continue living. Life isn't a miracle like in Clannad, but it gives us a reason to make our decisions now before it's too late.
Art:
10/10
At first, I really didn't like the art. I watched the first episode a long time ago, but stopped it 10 minutes after because I really hated the huge eyes. After ignoring that, I got used to it and it didn't really look as bad I thought it would. I actually like this are style as it showed a lot of emotions through their eyes as well as displaying characteristics. I really loved the colour corrections that were constantly used throughout the entire series.
Sound:
10/10
The sound is one of the best in any anime series ever. The music can be shown in two ways, either being sad or happy. Take the 'Dango' song as an example, it can be shown in a happy way but also in a sad way by simply taking out the singing and using the piano instrument only. Every soundtrack makes you emotional and it clings in your mind and heart whenever you hear the name Clannad.
Character:
10/10
Best character development ever. They used the first season to build up the characters, and in AS they implemented the characters as being supporting models for the main protagonists. Even if they were a supporting character instead of main, you can describe them really well and be really close to them. I especially liked the character Kyou because she made a better appearance later on in the season. It just goes to show that both Tomoya and Kyou were destined to be good friends.
Enjoyment:
10/10
Every episode was jaw-dropping and interesting. It always made me excited to see the next episode. None of the episodes failed in not entertaining me. I loved everything about the series. This anime will make you laugh, as well as cry!
Overall:
10/10
Hands down my favourite anime so far. It changed me in many ways on how I see myself growing up and the future in which lies ahead. I appreciate everything this anime has done, as Im sure it changed a lot of people to respond in different ways. I did cry on occasions, but that just goes to show how impact this anime was.
Thank you for reading my first review.
