Well, if you ask what I believe, then I think it's truly a misunderstood anime film, and for a simple reason: Rebellion isn't just equal in quality with the TV series... IS EVEN BETTER! Why? Because it's much more daring!
In the post-Evangelion anime history it's quite rare for anime/manga to be daring without the creators feared that the audience/readers may dislike it... But, Gen Urobuchi takes the series basic premise and goes deeper with it, revealing the one plot twist after another, and leading us to the final twist -
which is off course competely unexpected! Now some of you may hate him for what he gave us in the end, but in my opinion, he deserves to be congratulated by all of us for giving the Madoka franchise not an end, but a completely new beginning!
Now, the film's first act may baffle those that have seen the TV series ending, but if you give it some time, you'll realise what's happening!
The art of the film is marvelous, the music is just great, and as of our beloved characters are all here and well, and we have a great chance to see more of them (especially Mami), or even a different side of them (Homura)! Now, the character of Nagisa may not be popular with the fans (deemed unnecessary), but even she provides her role - and I think she will play a more important role in future sequels!
I enjoyed Rebellion bacause it is to the anime industry, the same that Emerald Twilight is for the comics industry: A controversial storyline that it will leave the fans with conflicting feelings about it and it will make them wanting more of the Madoka franchise! Now, some fans may not like the fact that the story will stay ''incomplete'' until the next Madoka anime project comes - and that's why in terms of enjoyment I give to the film a 9 instead of a 10... But overall, I still give it a 10 because it's still a great anime film, so if you are a true Madoka fan, all you have to do is to just ignore all those silly comments about the ending and give it a watch!
Note: This is my first review, and Engish isn't my first language, so forgive me if I make any mistakes!
