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Kono subarashii sekai ni shukufuku o! (2016)
An enjoyable and light-hearted watch
Something actually watchable for a change. Starts out a bit weaksauce, but the memes get more hardcore the longer it goes on for. The isekai genre is a good match, because it's meant to be subversive and deconstructive. Impressive character development given the genre and tone. Goes experimental with a few of its later episodes, which works well for it and I hope to see more.
Dokutâ Sutôn (2019)
Neil DeGrasse Tyson: The Anime
The Chaddest, most masculine anime you'll see in a while. From the very first second until its last, it overflows unadulterated testosterone. Transmen watch this series to save up on androgens. It has only one goal, to prove that science rocks, and it delivers. A little weaksauce on the plot, without much in the way of epic conflict, but nevertheless very enjoyable.
Kanata no Astra (2019)
A survival series, but in space!
There's plenty of its kind out there, but the characters keep it much more interesting than it had a right to be. As the story progresses, more and more focus is shifted away from the survival and towards drama, world-building, and politics. Good balance between serious parts and comedic relief, maintaining a generally upbeat tone without damaging its other qualities. Is helped by the fact that it has a very specific story to tell, and executes it as well as anyone could hope to, without sequel-baiting or filler; it is compact and to the point. Making the first and last episodes double length was a great idea, because the foreword and afterword are both lengthy and necessary, but they would have ruined the pacing if they were their own episodes. Visuals are nice and the 3DCG doesn't get in your face too much, and characters are distinguishable through more than just their hair colours, although they can be a bit too tropey at times. Nevertheless, it plays its tropes straight and unironically as a love song to sci-fi fans, so don't expect a ton of realism. Unfortunately, there was nothing in it that truly wowed me, so while it is a great and enjoyable watch, it isn't a timeless work of art or something.
Cop Craft (2019)
enjoyable series
A buddy cop series with fantasy elements, it consistently delivers the best writing anime had to offer in Summer 2019; it is no surprise that it was the work of an experienced author, as in not his first work. Alas, due to budget and time constraints, the animation quality suffers, especially in action scenes, but even gimped it remains a blast to watch. I cannot offer enough praise for the world-building: it is clearly made by people who understand American culture and how they specifically apply to this genre, and of course the fantasy world elements are similarly nuanced, from the constructed language to news headlines and or even the websites people use and how. The characterisation is always spot on, with even minor characters having more vivid colours than other series' main cast, and the interactions between them are intoxicating. In more than one case I couldn't believe these lines were written for an anime series; so starved was I for good writing. It doesn't waste your time. The pacing is rapid and everything from details to major plot twists are preferably shown rather than told to the benefit of the perceptive and loyal viewer. The cinematography is filled with 200 IQ takes up there with the best of them in Hollywood. The character design is from lolicon legend Range Murata and it shows in how (((intellectual))) Exedelica's sublime flatness is. Does not shy away from more complicated issues, such as human trafficking, war crimes, or racism. If you are to watch anything from Summer 2019, watch this. Series like this are why I'm proud to be in this fandom, or, indeed, alive.
Devilman: Crybaby (2018)
A faithful adaptation of a classic comic book
It doubles down on the surrealism, the sex, the drugs, and the violence, but lest assured that despite the Netflix label it remains distinctly Japanese. Like for example the female characters have agency and virtues and aren't mouthpieces for the author's degenerate gender politics. Its artstyle can be divisive, and there are times its scope outgrows its production values, though its greatest weakness are the wild tonal shifts between dark comedy and basically Evangelion (which it influenced). It sags in the middle, though it does a lot of work to make itself more cohesive than the original. It has some very well executed horror and drama near the end, though. Still, it's clearly a work of love, unrestrained by marketability, and probably the most genuinely artistic Netflix production we'll see in a long time, if not forever.
Kôdo Giasu: Hangyaku no Rurûshu (2006)
Masterpiece
Code Geass is my favourite franchise in all of media. I've watched it almost a dozen times over the years, and it never fails to disappoint. If you think about it, it's the perfect series for me. It's insanely edgy, explicitly political, utilitarian propaganda, full of incest, and it romanticises paedophi- I mean, it empowers flat-chested maidens to feel comfortable and attractive in their own bodies. Some people say the Bible is the ultimate work of art; others say it's Atlas Shrugged. Over a decade later, I still look back to it for its insights in ethics, politics, the human condition, and art itself; perhaps the most pivotal work of fiction for me.
Gekijôban Saiko Pasu (2015)
Retains little of the series' brilliance
Though it expands on the world outside of Japan, it offers few compelling insights, and hints at instead of displaying interesting developments. Ditches the crime investigation and interpersonal formulae for run of the mill geopolitics that are neither disappointing nor impressive, introduces many characters that it doesn't expand on, and thus leans heavily on its returning protagonists from the series; alas, two characters and a mediocre plot don't make for complicated drama. Also, both Tsunemori and Sybil seem to be holding idiot balls. The animation was also good but I didn't watch it for the eye candy.
Boku no hîrô akademia (2016)
Entertaining enough
Entertaining enough, but ruined by its terrible pacing decisions. A good 1/3 of each episode is wasted through editing tropes that belong in soap operas, if that. There are glaring mistakes and inconsistencies in the world-building, the plot is lacking in a strong antagonist, characters (especially the protagonist) make utterly idiotic decisions. Not enough time time is spent expanding on characterisation that would be interesting, and in some cases, the most glaring being Uraraka, followed by Bakugo, character development flatlines, resulting in stale interactions. Nevertheless it builds up hype and executes it well, fighting scenes have good animation, and the voice acting is stellar.
Kimi no na wa. (2016)
heartstring-tugger
The sister heartstring-tugger of A Silent Voice, it has a more interesting premise and plot twist, but a less tight execution. Oh, it also tugs on your heartstrings with less passion. Shinkai teases with a 5cm/s ending, but doesn't pull through, lest you ragequit laifu in the face of no waifu. The background porn is at its zenith, though. The true victim of blue-balling is Itomori.
Nôgêmu nôraifu: Zero (2017)
A Mediocre Prequel
Great animation wasted on a throwaway setting and flat caricatures of characters. If anything the genocidal events of the film make the happy-go-lucky main series come across as even more tone deaf than it already is. It's at its worst when any characters interact, or when strong emphasis is placed on dialogue. The writing is stuck way too far up its own arse; please stop smelling your farts and have a breath of fresh air. It's cool to look at, I guess, and has lots of prepubescent girls.
Koe no katachi (2016)
Drop whatever you're doing and watch this
It doesn't tug at your heart strings. From the very first second, until the very end, it perforates them with a thousand harpoons and pulls with the force of a neutron star. The pacing, the animation, the voice acting, and the writing are all on point. If I have one critique, it's that there's too much crying, which ultimately detracts from the emotional impact said crying is supposed to have. Nevertheless, this is hands down one of the best animated films I've ever seen, rivalling the fabled Disney films of yore. There's very few things that I would approve of more. Drop whatever it is you're doing and watch this.
Hâmonî (2015)
Slow and depressing
You'll be watching this mostly for the writing, which is unrealistic in important aspects, but it actually wraps itself up very well. I get what the author's trying to do, but everyone acting retarded breaks suspension of disbelief. The weakest link are the visuals; many environments look sterile and uninspiring despite the sense of grandeur that's intended, in particular during nature shots and high-tech cities. The streets of Baghdad are an ironic exception. There's a lot of 3D animation, which is sometimes okay, but very often isn't; as usual, 2D animators seem to forget everything they know about direction when they try doing 3D, and the result is awkward at best. I probably enjoyed this more than I should have. Peter Watts' Echopraxia goes well with the film's themes (also Blindsight, but less directly).
Hoshi o Ou Kodomo (2011)
Eye-Candy
Eye candy as far as the eye can see. An archetypal adventure film, it delivers god tier colour, atmosphere, writing, and some moral teachings. I disagree with its message, but that doesn't mean I can't love it. 8/10 gave me feels.
Yuri!!! On Ice (2016)
Lackluster
A tale of two series. For the first four or five episodes, well-paced and inspiring genuine interest. Afterwards, a rapid-fire mismatch of fujoshi fanservice. If you think harem anime is especially egregious, watch this and drop your sexist double standards. Though the choreography is nice, it does get repetitive after seeing it like 20 times.
One Punch Man: Wanpanman (2015)
Imagine Deadpool, but manga version
Imagine Deadpool, but manga version. The de facto superhero parody series of this decade. Brilliant, impressive, and hilarious in every respect. For a series all about an overpowered protagonist, it got my heart pumping and emotionally invested. Also, Tatsumaki is a loli goddess.
Doom Patrol (2019)
Best Thing On TV
This show is very interesting and creative. Best superhero show ever made. Though I would love a little more comedy added to the show. Hope they bring Constantine if he debuts on swamp thing.
Brewster's Millions (1985)
Fun but lackluster ending
I enjoyed myself throughout the film but still the movie felt empty and the ending lackluster. I just want to know how others responded to his 300 million dollars inheritance afterwards.
Pew News (2018)
My go to for social media news
All the reporters and announcers are professional and have full creative freedom giving us best content.
Titans (2018)
Nice Effort From the DC Team
I loved the Robin's fight scenes.The show's pacing is almost right.
American Beauty (1999)
kevin spacey rocks
Loved the film plot and originality.
kevin spacey beautifully portrays someone having a mid life crisis.