Aug 14, 2024
Utsukushii Inu - "References, References Everywhere"
"Utsukushii Inu" is a manga that addresses themes of love, loneliness and the complex relationship between a human and a puppy, providing a sensitive and touching narrative. The story revolves around a relationship that explores the depth of connection between beings, highlighting the beauty and pain that can coexist.
The protagonist, who faces a period of loneliness, despair and extramarital relationships with his brother's girlfriend (cheating), finds solace in a dog. This relationship becomes a way to escape the difficulties of life and human relationships, which can often be complicated and painful. The puppy, with its loyalty and unconditional love, represents
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a haven and a faithful friend.
As the narrative develops, we are led to reflect on the dynamics of love and acceptance. The relationship between the human and the female dog becomes a mirror of the protagonist's insecurities and weaknesses. The manga does not hesitate to address moments of sadness and joy, showing how love can be a balm for emotional wounds.
The Impact on You (as a Reader)
One of the main themes of the work is the search for love and acceptance. Through the relationship between the protagonist and the cub, the manga explores how creatures, regardless of whether they are human or animal, can provide comfort and understanding in difficult times. Furthermore, the title suggests a reflection on the beauty that can be found in the vulnerability and fragility of relationships.
In Summary
"Utsukushii Inu" is a story that, although it deals with themes of loneliness and sadness, also celebrates the beauty of the connections we form throughout life. Through a touching narrative and engaging art, the story manages to resonate deeply with readers, inviting them to reflect on love and acceptance. It is a recommended read for those who appreciate emotional stories that explore the essence of human beings and their bond with animals.
People who say that the relationship between the protagonist and the puppy is romantic are missing the author's point. The point is that we can be accepted, as humans, by different animals. If you have a turtle, a parrot, a rabbit, or whatever the animal is at home, you can be accepted by it and vice versa, that's why we call these animals domestic, even though some are not, but the point is that we are domesticating them at home. Like it or not, from the moment you have an animal at home, you have a relationship with it. In the context of the story, the protagonist is rejected by his girlfriend during the stages of his teenage life, which is why he is accepted by the puppy. The protagonist realizes that his girlfriend has more in common with the dog because she is a female dog than because she is human (female humans don't have four breasts but female dogs do, or more).
Extra Points (the References)
This manga is full of references, with the most basic ones like "The first rule of the fight club is you must fight" referring to the book and film Fight Club and the situation the protagonist finds himself in, where he must fight to survive.
In the second chapter, when the protagonist is with his girlfriend on a school field, she says "This will be our secret base", alluding to the song "Secret Base ～君がくれたもの～" by ZONE, referring not to just because of the name "secret base" but also because in the context of the conversation between the characters, they talk about that being the best memory between them, where they can dream about the future and have great hopes for life, themes that are mentioned (in the chorus) of the music.
The cover of the second volume and the first panel of the first chapter show half of a dog's face on the protagonist's cell phone cover, which is an allusion to the dramatic theme that is the central theme of the manga.
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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