The "Monogatari" series comes together well to create a masterpiece of a story. This show is much deeper than a lot of people think. It is filled to the brim with philosophical arguments and great storytelling. The focus isn't mainly on action, though it does have some visually stunning action scenes. A lot of the time, it will just be conversations between characters, but this is the blood that keeps this series alive and flourishing. Without it, you'd have a normal show with above-average production. This type of show isn't for everyone, but I personally love it.
[ART: 10/10]
The animators went all out animating this show, as detail and flamboyance embody the artistic direction of this show. Each character's design and set piece is carefully planned out, and it shows.
[SOUND: 10/10]
The voice actors become their characters when they act them out, that's how into them they get. They really care about their role, you can tell. And sound effects are well done as well, nothing seems off in that department.
[CHARACTER: 10/10]
Most every character is important to the main plot of the story and if they aren't the main character, the style of the show makes it seem as if they don't even exist. Whether they are designed as set pieces or outlines, the show really puts emphasis on those we really care about. These characters are no joke either, pretty much none of them are one-dimensional wastes of time, which is very appreciated.
[ENJOYMENT/OVERALL: 10/10]
Though some parts of the series are better than others, the series as a whole is truly an amazing body of work that I consider a masterpiece. This story is filled to the brim with beautifully crafted characters, artwork, sound design, and an amazing story that philosophically challenges the observer to think. A masterful work by Isin Nisio.
