I just want to say this now, I genuinely didn't know this was written by the same chap as Evangelion. I say this as I thought there were very lose similarities to the how the Angels appear in Eve with the things that appear from Naota's head. I say lose as there is literally no resemblance in terms of plot, it's just the appearance of something different with every passing episode. Aaaaaaaanyway, setting Eve to one side, story wise, it's madness, I'm still not sure what this might be trying to say. Its likely that's it's not trying to subtly say anything at all and it's just a bonkers story told in a bonkers way that doesn't require much thought. The story flows nicely, the characters are really great, even when their appearce is fleeting. I felt I had a connection with Naota in particular, despite me having next to nothing in common with the chap, not that I know of anyway. Its seems this story has a great way of pulling you in and keeping your attention despite the madness it portrays. 7/10
The music is provided by a band called The Pillows. Music wise, this is right up my street. I have never heard of this band before, and thankfully due to Folly Cooly, I now do. This type of post punk is such a free sounding genre. I don't really know how else to describe it other than free. Despite their being parameters to the genre, it feels like the possibility are limitless and the musicians are quite simply free. This is why the music works so well with this show. Its rather frequently on display to, often to playing as if it's out stayed it's welcome and yet feels right at home. I'll be honest, the further I am into writing this review, the more I am realising that this show is unlike anything I have seen before. Music wise I would give this a 9/10. Its obviously not the best in terms of actual score, or technical proficiency or complexity but, it fits the show so perfectly and that is all you want with music accompanying a show.
Animation wise, it varies between excellence and extravagant. There are also some quite literal manga scene in here too which I have never seen before, maybe there are others, if there are, I'm not aware of them. The action sequences are excellently animated and the more restrained moments equally well delivered. Its not going to blow minds or leave you aghast, but you will find this anime does what it needs to in the animation department. One thing to bare in mind, it's animating this madness of a story and doing a good job of it so maybe it seems I'm doing the quality a disservice. 8/10
Now I'm not certain of my scores here. I still am unsure what I saw. I think I need to rewatch with a clear mind and not try to read into anything, enjoy it for the wonderful madness that is and then, I'm sure I'll understand 100% the wonders of this show I already think is great. Finally, one thing I am certain on, I believe that this is the main inspiration that One used for Mob Psycho. If you like that, you'll like this. Definitely recommended.
