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Bananya (Anime) add (All reviews)
Nov 26, 2020
I doubt that I would have discovered this cute series myself, so I'm grateful to the friend that told me about it. At first I didn't believe it would engage me, but what do you know?! Sometimes animated kids stories can be just as good for grown-ups too :)))

Although it's that kind of series where each episode has its own story, there's also unity throughout the anime and a common idea: passing from an episode to another, a new character is introduced every time, until we get to know all of them. Also, the first and last episode have an introduction and a conclusion. The incredibly short episodes of only 3 minutes each as well as the presence of a storyteller speaking rarely and slowly make it easy to guess this anime is addressed to younger kids. Most probably from 6 or even 4 years old some people could get bored as the plots are pretty plain. Still, it can be really fun for some of the teens and even grown-ups, perhaps especially due to its modest plots which can be relaxing, but also because of its cheerful tone. Moreover the absurd or hilarious events are simply unplugging you from your ordinary mindset, not to say that some of the jokes are unexpectedly good!

Honestly, I love both bananas and cats, but not even for a second have I ever thought about combining them :)). A most uncommon species of cats in banana skins who keep their existence secret from the people, the characters are captivating in terms of both cuteness and very well defined unique traits. Frankly, since the beginning of this series I couldn't help associating the image of these adorable kittens popping up from a banana suit with a Spanish fairy tail where a prince was peeling off oranges from where real girls emerged. But even more fascinating is that the banana kittens can also hide back in their banana suit as if it were a zipper bag :)). Although they are certainly an unusual breed, we should not be fooled; the banana cats act very much like ordinary cats! What I particularly loved about them was how they were always up to something exactly like young cats jumping on the curtain gallery or even in the middle of the table plates; but just as much I adored their irresistible innocence.

Slow paced motions, simple forms, pale colors and thick lines, all confirm this series is suitable for small ages, but it can be incredibly soothing for the grown-up minds tormented by the everyday stress.

The soundtrack does a decent job, I can't say it got my attention in a particular way; there would be an exception, though: the ending. I loved that song! It felt like summer holidays, completely changing my mood!
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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