Reviews

Serial Experiments Lain is a science fiction horror about a little girl named Lain becoming fixated on the world of the wired. This watch isnt for everyone but I very much enjoyed it. It deals with a lot of interesting topics regarding the internet and how people are becoming more connected. Just when you expect to understand whats going on, just when you can maybe predict whats going to happen, it always throws a curveball in the puzzle. Its a show that pretty much requires your full attention to understand it. Im sure if I watch it again I will be able to uncover more about the story. Its a very nonlinear story that doesnt have a traditional story structure. I can understand why people wouldnt like that, but im really into it. It also has incredible visuals and sound design. There are a lot of eerie background noises and the art does a good job showcasing a world that feels dreamlike and not quite realistic. Lain herself is a really interesting protagonist and like everything else in the show shes unpredictable, and the ending of her arc really surprised me. Id say watch this if you are into straight sci fi. But if you are expecting a linear story thats easy to follow, then you might want to stay away.