Madoka Magica is a magical girl anime deserving of its place as a modern classic. I have seen so many dark magical girl shows try to replicate the heartbreak and tragedy of this show, and none have succeeded. Madoka’s impeccable art and music enhance its themes, allowing you to feel even more connected to the characters. All of the magical girls have well developed personalities and are easy to empathize with. The ending, shown through Homura’s perspective, also ties up the story in a thematically satisfying way.
Although I have watched Madoka more than once, I often find it difficult to sit through because of its
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Jan 18, 2024
Gekidol: Actidol Project
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This show’s story is beyond confusing. I had to reread the synopsis just to remember the apocalypse in this show’s lore. I liked following along with the characters as they had histories and storylines that engaged me, but the writers would always drop the ball to start something else. There was a lesbian kiss somewhere in the middle of the show. I remember being really excited about the potential change that could make to the narrative, but I don’t think that subplot was ever resolved. The same thing happened with one girl’s history and trauma. It’s frustrating because the ideas and the imagery were on
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Jan 18, 2024
This show is a hidden gem. Eripiyo is just a fangirl who wants to be noticed by her favorite singer in the way many fans do, but in the process makes an insecure girl feel truly seen for the first time. Although Eripiyo’s engagement with Maina can be excessive, her character really shines through her smaller acts of kindness. Despite the main focus being on Maina and Eripiyo’s relationship, the narrative isn’t afraid to move off of them to explore the rest of ChamJam. All of the idol characters are given a chance to show their feelings towards their career, fans, and each other. This
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Jan 18, 2024
Hypnosis Mic is easily one of the best idol anime of all time. It separates itself from it's contemporaries with absurd storylines, memorable art direction, and most importantly, hilarious writing. Almost every character stands on their own within the show's narrative. The interpersonal relationships and history between the divisions leaves me eager to learn more. The music is some of the best in the genre, with solid raps and instrumentals that bring me back to listen over and over again. For fans of idol content, this is a welcome departure from the norm with familiar staples. For those new to musical anime, I find this
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Nov 2, 2023
Tokyo Mew Mew New ♡
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This is my first impression of Tokyo Mew Mew since I didn't grow up with the original anime or manga. It's not a boundary breaking series and has every trope typical of 2000s-era magical girl media, yet I still found it engaging. The characters each have their own charm and unique personalities. I found Quiche particularly entertaining as an antagonist and look forward to seeing more of him in the second season. The music stood out to me right away and I constantly get the opening stuck in my head. The only issue I have with this adaptation is the animation. It's very simple which
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Jul 24, 2022
I consider myself a moderate My Hero Academia fan. I enjoy the series, but have never considered it a masterpiece. That being said, World Heroes' Mission is my favorite piece of MHA media and my favorite anime tie-in movie of all time.
The main plot of the movie centers around a far more extremist and damaging terrorist organization than anything these kids have faced before. Seeing the more serious tone from the opening scene kept the stakes high. The fact that this organization is for the quirkless also offers a new perspective on the politics of this world. Deku has always been my favorite part ... 
Sep 2, 2021
Aikatsu Planet!
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I'll warn you in advance that Aikatsu Planet is definitely a show for people who already like idol anime. As someone who's spent six years of their life deeply embedded in idol culture, this show was a breath of fresh air. Both live action and animated segments blend beautifully. It always makes narrative sense when the girls are in the Aikatsu world, so the transition isn't jarring. I'm always a sucker for the cheesy idol friendship moments and this show has those in spades, but they never come off as cringey. 25 episodes is the perfect length of time to connect with the characters. No
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May 22, 2021
Yarichin☆Bitch-bu
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Ok, this is a controversial one. If mentions of sexual harassment, rape, or pedophilia will bother you, turn away now. Don't finish reading this review and never watch this show.
Honestly, the art and characters are really good. What destroys this show is the story. The threat of rape constantly hanging over this high school boy's head is deeply uncomfortable, but it's presented as a light-hearted gag. I kept going back and forth between yelling at my screen and being disgusted that I even chose to watch this show. These minors are also seen having sex with teachers multiple times. I know minors have sex, ... 
May 2, 2021
Ok, so I have a lot of mixed feelings on this movie, but I was overall disappointed. I love the Madoka Magica franchise and I felt the ending was very good and satisfying. Without spoiling the movie, it starts out as an interesting new scenario, and ends by completely destroying everything I loved about Homura as a character. If you want to experience this story, please stick to either the TV show, the first two movies, or the manga. You'll get all the gorgeous artwork and interesting characters out of that alone. These spin-offs and extended stories haven't been worth my time so far.
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