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Since I do not recommend this movie, I will keep this review short and concise without spoilers.

What I enjoyed:
- The premise: this movie centers around the concept of parallel worlds. It's not the most exciting considering how often shows with this theme occur but nevertheless, we get somewhat of an interesting plot out of it. The implementation of this theme presents some mindboggling ideas that really gets you thinking. Although this theme is bound to create plot holes, it's pretty much a given at this point that you are supposed to overlook them and enjoy the story.

What I did not enjoy:
- The story: there is ... an absent of a climax in this film. At least, the "climax" is not captivating enough which made the whole film feels boring and flat.
- The characters: mundane, overused tropes. Combined with the concept of parallel worlds, there is little character development, if any. It was difficult to sympathize with the characters. The characters' happiness, miseries, yearnings, and other emotions did not move me at all.
- The music: just like the story - flat. Did it invoke emotions? No. Did it fit the film? Yes, considering how boring it is.

Final notes:
There is a second movie that complements this one (To Me, The Only One Who Loved You). The story in that movie is a bit more enjoyable than this one. Dare I say the animation is also better. Regardless, it does not change the fact that this movie is bad.

While I agree with most people that the show starts out rather silly, keep in mind that this is only the first season. Throughout all the silly moments, there are bits and pieces that allude to the bigger plots brewing behind the school drama. Although the show has mostly focused on the light-heartedness of a typical school-aged comedy, the side characters engulfed in their dark controversies unbeknownst to the main character slowly build up tensions around the plot. The main character Suletta Mercury's naivete personality does not just make her unlikable, it actually is a very strong reflection of her upbringing and her controversial stance ... (and potentially controversial origins).

Contrary to most of the other Mobile Suit Gundam series, The Witch from Mercury has an almost childish start and is most comparable to Gundam AGE. However, the premise of the story feels more mature and digestible. This is, however, nothing like some of the more hardcore Gundam series focused on the horrors of war (looking at you, Universal Centry timeline).

The Witch from Mercury had a prologue to set up the plot concept of GUND-ARM, and then uses this first season to set up the premise for the progression of the rest of the story. I would think of this as something like Clannad and Clannad After Story; the second season will get into the real grueling plot of this show. The first season is undeniably slow-paced and filled with glee, seemingly innocent school drama, but once you complete this first season, you will undoubtedly look forward to seeing what's in store for season 2!