Is it weird that some of the most well animated sequences in the film were of the Precures getting the crap kicked out of them? Also, while I'm always for hard-earned victories, I think some of the imagery in the film were pretty trauma inducing, specifically with Mint hugging Lemonade as they were both candy-fied. That's kind of intense for a kid's show, and it feels a bit out of place for the show's aesthetic. That being said, did they just un-candy themselves via Dream's tearful wishing? Does that actually work?
Also, I'm pretty sure this is the actual first time we've had a Precure kiss someone like that. I'm glad that the franchise isn't afraid of developing their relationships.
I also like how the film tries to get audience participation towards the finale, though it gets uncomfortably close to feeling like popping UOs at an idol concert. Either that, or Precure is getting more and more like DBZ every series, right down to the mid-air close combat. It's crazy watching this franchise grow from series to series. I'm not sure if the Precure characters can serve as good role models for kids, as they use violence to solve a lot of their problems, but I like that the series isn't afraid to show the Precures fight, get beaten into the ground, stand up, and continue fighting despite adversity. It's certainly inspiring to see characters fight for their dreams, physically and emotionally, and I'm glad that kids have a show like Precure to learn from. |