Feb 10, 2019
I came to this show expecting a silly show about psychokinetic girls and yakuza members getting up to mischief, but I left with a lot more than I was expecting.
This is my first MAL review, and it will contain *spoilers*!
The show starts off as a normal enough comedy, with great animation and well designed characters. The gags are quick and funny, and never failed to make me laugh. The infamous 'fight scene' from the second episode and the ever brilliant 'girly club' scene are particularly great. But as the show expands, it not only maintains its comedy and writing, but also touches on themes
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of childhood, growing up, and parent hood.
The main character, Hina, and her adopted father Nitta develop a healthy relationship throughout the series- Nitta learns of how much a child can change your life, and Hina learns that the world doesn't revolve around her. Anzu's character arc explores how lives can be influenced by surroundings, and things loved ones tell you when you're young can stick with you forever. And finally Mishima, while her story is substantially more comedic than the others, it still briefly explores growing up, coming to terms with ones place in the world, and how tough the adult world can be.
All the characters, main and secondary, are interesting, memorable, and each have their fair share of hilarious moments. By the end of the series, you'll no doubt love the characters and really sympathise with their troubles. While I'm not particularly in the position to comment on the themes of life and growing up, I can certainly respect the maturity these ideas are handled with, and I can definitely respect the brilliant humour sprinkled within. Truly a pinnacle in comedy slice of life anime!
Reviewer’s Rating: 9
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