Atri: My Dear Moments

Due to the dramatic rise of the sea levels, humanity has lost a significant part of its inhabitable lands, forcing it to rely on pre-existing technology to survive. Among the many people affected by the tragedy, Natsuki Ikaruga, a brilliant recent graduate who had lost a leg in a submarine accident, is now reduced to living a miserable life on a near-deserted island.

After Natsuki encounters a mysterious woman named Catherine, he uncovers an advanced humanoid robot that belonged to his grandmother Nonko, a renowned climatologist. Atri, the salvaged robot with the appearance and demeanor of a young girl, reveals to Natsuki that Nonko has tasked her with an important mission, but she has forgotten what it was.

Although Natsuki was initially planning to sell Atri, the opportunity to connect with his grandmother's research through Atri makes him rethink his decision. Natsuki once had to sacrifice his dream to partake in a prestigious scientific mission. But as he opens up to his fellow islanders, he discovers that he can still make a difference in a desolate world.

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Atri Main

Akao, Hikaru Japanese

Ikaruga, Natsuki Main

Ono, Kensho Japanese

Catherine Supporting

Hikasa, Youko Japanese

Kamishiro, Minamo Supporting

Takahashi, Minami Japanese

Nanami, Ririka Supporting

Haruno, Anzu Japanese

Nojima, Ryuuji Supporting

Hosoya, Yoshimasa Japanese

Saki Supporting

Kawaida, Natsumi Japanese

Yoko Supporting

Bridcutt, Sarah Emi Japanese

Junk Shop Owner Supporting

Tsuruoka, Satoshi Japanese

Yasuda Supporting

Sudou, Sho Japanese

Katou, Makoto Director, Episode Director, Storyboard

Aketagawa, Jin Sound Director

Miyagi, Taika Episode Director

Mikamoto, Yasumi Episode Director

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Dec 2, 2024

Paul-A-Bear

Recommended

This is an anime for the ages in my book. When i started playing ATRI the visual novel like a year or two ago (or longer i don't even remember) it was like a bright light shining into my pretty damn dull life. This concept is well, can be pretty interesting or really weird and creepy to some. The act that Atri is a robot creation and Natsuki is a man... well you can think of a few things why it could be weird, especially cos Atri is technically dressed and looks like a kid BUT let's look past that and see the anime for ... all its intended glory.

To be honest I started off the anime trying to reminisce the Visual Novel and how it compared to the anime, 1 episode in i scratched that. No, this anime deserved to be watched purely, with no comparisons, no knowing what's to come. Just pure enjoyment in the moment. The characters in the anime were seriously well built and had really amazing backstories, personalities and unique characteristics. I'm talking about all of them: Minamo, Ryuuji, Ririka, Catherine and more! And what can I say about the music in this anime, it was just perfect for everything that happened. But what I really want to talk about is the story, it really stretched that idea of post-apocalyptic into our heads and still managed to make it feel like happiness was just brimming there. Kinda makes me feel like "If I were actually in that situation... life wouldn't be as bad as one might think." The build up to the ending, the tension, the realisation of the past and everything was just so eye opening and I just couldn't stop watching. The end had me ugly crying, i mean this was a perfect way to sum up an anime we would have our heart attached to.

If you're looking for an anime that gets you in the feels and is a rom com but its got a bit of a twist in it (that twist literally being a robot and human) honestly give it a try. It's got scenes of slice of life in it as well and hilarious parts all throughout. Trust me, its good and the robot and human thing won't even bother you after the first or second episode just cos of how adorable Atri is.
All-in-all, if you have played the visual novel, please if you want to watch this anime watch it with a clean slate of mind and heart i promise you it's worth it. And if you are watching this anime without knowledge of the visual novel, enjoy every bit of episode you get from this because it is beautiful cinema.

Reviewer’s Rating: 10

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Nov 1, 2024

MIKOTO0

Mixed Feelings

I have some reservations about ATRI: My Dear Moments, and here’s why.

At first glance, the show introduces a fascinating "near-future" world that feels like a refreshing take on sci-fi, but instead of really diving into this setting, the anime seems to merely skim its surface. The plot is heavily centered around the relationship between Atri, a robot who resembles a young girl, and the adult protagonist, Natsuki, which is a bit... unsettling. I get that it's common in anime to portray characters with unusual dynamics, but Atri’s childlike appearance, behavior, and personality make the relationship feel awkward.

Additionally, fans of the original visual novel may feel ... shortchanged here. The anime cuts out crucial plot points that were pivotal in the VN, losing a lot of what made the story and its characters feel deep and compelling. Not only did it miss out on some impactful scenes, but it also downplayed the emotional weight by turning secondary characters into mere background figures. What was once a dramatic, heartfelt story in the VN gets overshadowed by attempts at comedy in the anime.

While the anime’s ending somewhat mirrors the VN’s, it lacks the same emotional resonance. If you're hoping for a complete experience, I highly recommend reading the VN to get the true depth that this anime adaptation struggles to capture.


Overall Rating 7/10

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Nov 10, 2024

PanzerIV-J

Not Recommended

Not horrible, but still not recommendable.

"Atri: My Dear Moments" is an anime that really could've been good, but always came across as being a somewhat poor adaptation, plus it misses a lot of the earlier episode charm that made the anime good in the first place.

Lets start off with the good.
1. Good animation:
Visually, this anime is a win. The animation is smooth and vibrant, with real attention to detail. Unlike many low-budget animes that cut corners on backgrounds and character movement, this one actually looks like some effort went into it. Props to the animators for making it look this good.

2. Great episodes (For the ... most part):
The first six episodes are actually pretty strong. They’re well-paced, the characters feel fleshed out, and the story is cohesive. Plus, the romance isn’t overly forced, which is a nice change. These episodes really had me interested, and I thought the show was setting up something good.

Well that's it for positives from me... Onto the negatives
1. Missteps in Character and Romance, and a wish that it adapted a different route from the VN: (Here's a long one)
One of the major issues with Atri: My Dear Moments is its choice to make Atri the romantic lead despite her characterization being built around the “loli” trope—a divisive feature in anime. I don’t usually mind characters with a youthful appearance, as it’s a common anime style, and it can work when handled maturely. However, in this case, it’s hard to ignore how uncomfortable it feels. Atri doesn’t just look young; she’s written with the behavior and mannerisms of someone who’s basically a preteen, making it unsettling when the show pushes her as the protagonist’s love interest.

Compare this with Isla from "Plastic Memories." Isla has a similar appearance to Atri, but she’s portrayed with emotional depth and a mature outlook that makes her romance with the main character feel more genuine and less problematic. Atri, on the other hand, stays in this immature, comic-relief role throughout, which only highlights how strange it feels when the anime tries to build her up as a love interest. It’s a tough pill to swallow and is likely to turn off a lot of viewers who prefer their romance characters to feel age-appropriate and emotionally developed.

Continuing on, Atri’s comic-relief personality and childlike innocence make her work well as a fun, side character, but when she’s placed in a romantic context, it clashes awkwardly. Usually, when a character like this transitions into a love interest, they gain a bit more emotional depth or maturity to make the relationship feel genuine, but here, Atri stays in the same immature, playful role. This lack of growth or adjustment only highlights the discomfort, as her behavior doesn’t align with the romantic angle the story tries to sell.

In contrast, Minamo—the protagonist’s childhood friend—would’ve made a much stronger romantic lead. She has a maturity and emotional depth that could have balanced the main character’s journey, making the romance feel more grounded and believable. Shifting the romance to Minamo would’ve let Atri shine in her role as comic relief without forcing her into an awkwardly mismatched romance.

5/10, While it’s not a bad anime, I can’t say it’s one I’d recommend. It has its good moments and some solid animation, but it ultimately doesn’t deliver on its potential that I once saw in it.

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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