The best way to describe "Kyoukai no Kanata", or as it is called in English, "Beyond The Boundary" is using the phrase: "Some lovestories are greater than other". If you haven't watched the show, you'll probably be confused, as this show is included in the supernatural/fantasy genre.
"Kyoukai no Kanata" has a great premise, but it did made me a fool by hiding what it actually is. Regardless of that, it didn't disappoint me.
THE STORY: 8 OUT OF 10
The story is quite simple, but due to the show's directing, it can be really confusing, specially at the beginning. Let's just say that you should pay attention, and if you don't understand something, you should go back and repeat the scene or dialogue.
From there, you'll notice that this anime has 2 main "parts": the first one is the supernatural one, in which the show deals with the plot that is about the supernatural elements the anime possesses. The second one is the romantic side of the show, in which the main focus is the 2 main characters.
In the end, I enjoyed both parts of the show, and therefore I give it an 8 out of 10.
THE CHARACTERS: 7 OUT OF 10
All the characters seem to be portrayed as some kind of abnormal beings, that don't act like humans; however, they all act like complete human beings, even if they do have some kind of supernatural power.
There are also characters that only offer comic relief to the show, but I did not thing that the character development was boring or stupid. Beyond that, thanks to the animation, all the characters are extremely cute and/or hot. Oh, and as a gay guy, Akihito and Hiromi? I ship it.
I think that the main reason people say that they didn't like the characters, is because of the big difference from their actions and they portrayal, as even though they are portrayed as different from humans, they always act like them. Some may like this or not, I guess it depends if you like the slice of life genre or not.
THE SOUND AND ANIMATION: 10 out of 10
For the first time in forever, I payed attention to the music of a show, and I didn't get mad about it. Not much to say about the music.
However, about the animation... OH MY GOD. First of all, just know that even though the plot and character might have flaws, the animation is completely outstanding. The battle scenes are epic, and if you're going to watch this show, watch it on 1080p... You'll thank me later.
| THE DIRECTING | The plot has potential, yes... But due to the directing of the show, the beginning is extremely confusing. When you reach the half way point, you'll get used to it, like I did... But I did want to give up on this show because of the mess it seemed to be.
| THE COMEDY | Did I enjoy the sixth episode of the show? Yes I did, but the comic relief seemed forced and extremely unnecessary at some times. There were times I really laughed, and sometimes I would just be like... Really? The show pulls out comedy in moments that should be darker, and it kinda ruins those particular moments.
OVERALL: 7 OUT OF 10
When I realized that "Kyoukai no Kanata" was something completely different of what I expected, I got a little bit skeptical... And because of the messy beginning, I also wanted to give up on the show. Well, I'm glad I didn't.
From there, even though I only gave the show a 7 out of 10, I do recommend you to watch it, as it is quite good, specially if you like the slice of life genre.
Oh, and if you didn't like this review...
How unpleasant.
