Its hard to find an anime that doesn't piss me off either with bullshit explanations as to why shit happens, dumbass characters that wont die or a weak ass plot. Hence, my list of anime favs is pretty damn small. However, i gotta say Samurai Champloo is one of the least infuriating animes Ive ever seen.
With dynamic characters, a whirlwind plot, surprisingly well drawn fight scenes and a mature, realistic perspective of the world, i think this anime has what it takes to be a classic, and I consider it as such. Plus, for the musically inclined, such as myself, the soundtrack's pretty funky too. All in all its an entertaining mix of pure comedy and thrilling action. Good Stuff -this gets my stamp of approval.