I’ve just finished FLCL in one sitting. And I'm not going to claim I sat there dissecting some coming-of-age symbolism or attempting to interpret the deeper philosophy of adolescence.
Realistically I appreciated it exactly for what it was—chaotic, weird, fashionable. The storyline made absolutely no sense, and somehow that felt perfect. Regarding the animation? Sharp, experimental, all over the place—in the best possible sense. And the soundtrack just filled in the vibe.
It resembled entering a contemporary art exhibition. You know, when you stand before something disorganized, complex, maybe a little unhinged? You sense something even if you truly have no idea what it is attempting to
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Apr 3, 2025
Chi. Chikyuu no Undou ni Tsuite
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Since this anime deserves much more attention than it has gotten, I really don't even know where to start this review. Not only fanfare but appropriate critical attention—essays, discourse, thorough examination. Still, here we are—just me—with this urgent need to share some thoughts in the space I have.
Watching Chi: Chalkyuu no Undou ni Tsuite seemed less like consuming an anime and more like reading a piece of literary fiction from the first episode. Though naturally the screen held me in place, the story moves with such purpose that I found myself longing I could flick through the frames like pages in a book. The story, the interwoven ... 
Dec 26, 2024
Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo
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I finished the movie “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time” yesterday and didn’t think about leaving a review since it felt kinda blank to me at first. But then I couldn’t stop thinking about it, even while rewatching OHSHC.
The plot felt a bit plain-ish, and I’d say there were several holes in the narrative, which was unfortunate. Yet, the message behind the scenes stayed with me. That’s why yesterday night, I was reflecting on time (obviously), the thing of value, and the fleeting nature of first friendships, relationships, and eventual heartbreaks. Time waits for no one, truly. Sometimes, it feels like a gift because all you ... 
Nov 14, 2024
Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi
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I wouldn’t call *The Elusive Samurai* the greatest anime ever—not even close to the top—but I still recommend watching it, and here’s why.
First and foremost: the art. The visuals are truly exceptional, and worthy of a showcase in the Louvre (well, maybe not the Louvre, probably more in one of the biggest contemporary galleries). Every emotion is captured through the imagery alone, with no words needed. Just by observing the colors, settings, and characters’ expressions, you can feel fear, loneliness, despair, happiness, loyalty, and total madness. And when I say madness, I’m not referring to the craziness of the bandits but rather the thrill our ... 
Aug 24, 2024
Romance 101
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If I were an ambassador of mangas, webtoons, and books that showcase healthy relationships, *Romance 101* would be a must-have recommendation. This was a refreshing read that left me feeling light, happy, and understood.
As we follow the story, we witness the relationship between the male and female leads develop and blossom. There’s no excessive drama, no foolish actions—just pure sympathy and care. It’s giving a bit of an enemies-to-lovers trope, but not in a simplistic, black-and-white way. Our protagonists simply needed time to understand their feelings. One of the aspects I loved most about *Romance 101* is how it uses various characters’ stories to present multiple ... 
Aug 22, 2024
Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon
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"My Happy Marriage" is a prime example of an anime with stunning art but a lackluster narrative. I wish I could find reasons to recommend it, but unfortunately, I cannot. The characters are extremely flat: we have the self-conscious Miyo, the cold-on-the-outside, warm-on-the-inside Kiyoka, the selfish and arrogant Kaya, and so on. They fail to develop throughout the series, and even in the final scene, where the main characters are supposed to reach a climactic transformation, they merely continue playing their assigned roles. I was hoping for a strong romantic element, but it fell flat. It’s not a slow burn; it’s more of a slow
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Aug 21, 2024
Chichi to Hige-Gorilla to Watashi
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Chichi to Hige-Gorilla to Watashi was such a wholesome read! I'm gonna be short since this story doesn't have any complex plot development, BUT it doesn't make the story poor or bad. It's a kind of manga, that shows how it is important to move on and live your life in the present, not keeping tied up to your past. Even now, writing this small review I feel like crying because the topic of death is so hurtful to me, but with stories like this one I can feel gratitude to be given a chance to live, to gain memories over memories with different people
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Aug 15, 2024
[Oshi no Ko]
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Freshly right after finishing the last episode - I'll be honest, I don't know how to feel. So let's analyze each aspect.
1. Plot: This is the main point that unsettles me. On one hand, we have a rather toxic entertainment industry and fandoms mixed with the regular lives of rising stars. But on the other hand, there's this thriller-kind-of-feeling, mystical moment of being reborn and remembering past lives. It might seem thrilling, but I felt lost while binge-watching the show. 2. Art: This is a straight masterpiece! No comments needed: the colors, the animation, the fluidity - everything is on point. 10/10 3. Music: I feel ... 
Jul 18, 2024
Boku ni Hana no Melancholy
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I started this manga with high anticipation, and quickly dropped after the 4th chapter, because what the hell? The characters are poor just from the start. The art style is beautiful, wouldn't argue with that.
However, there's a BIG RED FLAG for me. And that is justifying bad behavior. If you don't like romanticizing rape and sexual harassment, and the idea of making a bad boy good - this manga isn't for you. I don't say that it's bad fundamentally, but the way a female lead just stays when a guy treats her poorly, and even puts her in danger - doesn't sit right with me. 
Jul 15, 2024
Kami no Tou
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Perhaps because I did not read the webtoon before watching the anime, I find the drawing style and animation to be excellent! The fighting scenes and meme moments, especially with Rak, made me laugh a lot.
I love the plot and the whole concept of climbing to the top and losing something precious. That's a reflection of how life works. The entire universe is captivating, with Rankers, Administrators, Princesses, and more. What I didn't appreciate in the plot of the first season is the "baby-sitting" aspect, where characters just team up to help Bam save something precious to him. This motivation felt somewhat lacking to me. The characters ... |
