Reviews

Casshern Sins was one of the shows that I was introduced to during my brief Toonami experience this year, and one of only two I was able to complete before schedule changes put other shows on-hold. I am actually pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable this show is, especially considering that I wasn't as impressed with it at first from what I can remember. While there are a large number of fight scenes, as a whole they were not very impressive or entertaining. What this show does have is atmosphere. Combining a unique and appropriate art style and background music, Casshern Sins creates a very interesting setting, full of gloom and yet also hope. It is this somber yet hopeful atmosphere that I found very intriguing. The characters themselves are also mysterious and intriguing in their own right, in which I looked forward to learning more about them as the series progressed. The series tries to convey a number of themes and ideals, such as what it means to truly live. Unfortunately I did find Casshern Sins a little confusing at times, and some of the sci-fi elements are never really explained, which I found disappointing.

Despite those few elements that I wasn't fond of, I still found Casshern Sins to be entertaining, receiving a 7/10 (Good) and a recommendation to at least try out.