STORY (8/10) –
This is rather difficult to describe without spoiling much but the story follows a bunch of high school students completely drifting away in another void like dimension and awaking superpowers that are unique to each other. We follow them as they try to unravel the mysteries behind the causes and effects of “this world”. It might sound simple but worry not the story will keep you hooked and confused at the same time!
ART (10/10) –
Art, Art is something which makes this anime standout! When I say "stand out", I mean it like a butterscotch ice-cream between all those boring Chocolates. It looks fresh out of the oven with many wallpapers-worthy scenes. It compliments the anime’s theme really well. Aesthetic when needed and also hallucinogenic, like an acid trip. You’ll understand what I am talking about when you watch the season finale. The art style will warm your heart and might also make your jaw drop.
SOUND (9/10) –
Strange thing this anime has no opening theme but worry not it has a banger as its ending so look forward to it and don't you dare try skipping it. This show has some phenomenal soundtracks thanks to Shouji Hata who is also working for Vinland saga season 2. “Let there be light again” being one of my favourites.
CHARACTERS (7/10) –
Characters might be its lowest point in my opinion, but they did have some great potential which was left unopened or rather unexplored. But that won’t take away anything from our protagonists Mizuho, Nagahara and Nozomi. They are well written and fit quite perfectly into this chaotic plot. Personally, I like the Nagahara-Nozomi combo just because of how Nozomi helps Nagahara develop into a better character. Leave these 3 aside and it feels like a glass half empty, this doesn’t mean the others were poorly written but its just that they were not utilized to their maximum potential.
ENJOYMENT & OVERALL (9/10) –
Sonny Boy is an Experience, Mind-expanding, Philosophical and an Exclusive Experience which you won’t find anywhere else. You just need to be a little open minded while watching it. Let the plot develop and don’t try to find logic because its much more than that. Personally, it’s my favourite from Summer 21 season, but I am not saying it’s perfect because there are quite a few plot holes and It might get confusing but bear with it because in the end its all worth it. If you’re a fan of Tatami Galaxy, this definitely is tailor-made for you. From art to music, its pure ecstasy.
