The story starts out as the synopsis says, but let me expand on the first minute or two that they told you about. A Japanese girl visits America and is in front of the White House. A naked guy appears holding a cell phone in one hand and a gun in the other. He has had his memory erased. He sort of saves the girl, and the girl gives him a couple items of her clothing (jacket, scarf.. but oddly his "johnny" is still hanging out). The guy runs off but her wallet is in the jacket. Now you know the first five minutes of this story. From there it involves their relationship, the mystery of why his memory was erased, and what the heck is going on with this crazy phone of his. He's involved in some sort of crazy game where a few individuals have billions of dollars and with one phone call can have whatever they want to happen... happen. There's the story with no spoilers.
It's eleven episodes of mystery and mayhem, but it's done in such a wonderful way. There is a love story in there, but this isn't about the love story. The main character is so charming and charismatic that even with no memories he wings his way through his odd situation. The supporting characters are all interesting in their own ways as well. The story and characters are all well developed, and it gives just enough without over explaining or over exposing things that it shouldn't. Even the music played a great part in the story.
If you like interesting stories with a few twists here and there then you should definitely check this out. It's not a chick flick. It's not a fan service anime series either. It's a well made, brilliant at times, but well told story that anybody can enjoy. Unfortunately the ending is left open, but they do announce that 2 movies will follow. I will be checking out these movies but this review is just for the 11 episode anime series.
This i s a must watch. Don't hesitate.
