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I believe this is better defined as a comedy drama crime, following a group of con artists as they pull off various heists and scams around the world while dealing with their life issues. It's a unique and original show that impressed me with its cleverness. There are still some issues that make it imperfect but still a solid experience.
The show uses a multi-arc structure, with each arc focusing on a different heist and different characters. Its cards are given early on, but the expectations and some unexpected ones still keep it engaging. The character's morals are very questionable, though, and that's one disappointing aspect, ... not being consistent or realistic enough.
The show uses vibrant colors and watercolor backgrounds to create a vivid and realistic depiction of locations such as Los Angeles, Singapore, London, and Tokyo, making it a very colorfully gorgeous show.
The characters are not likable or ethical at first, but as they show their true colors during the arcs alongside their tragic backstories, their flaws and complexities are shown, making them relatable and sympathetic as the story progresses. Their motivations may clash and conflict with each other, but they also care for and support each other. They are charismatic and funny, with a lot of chemistry and dynamism. They are great pretenders with soul and depth.
Laurent is the mastermind of the show. He is smooth and clever, always with a plan and a backup plan. His backstory is also very interesting. He is not honest or ethical but has a good heart and is charming and charismatic. He is my favorite character.
The anime uses a lot of jazz, creating an atmosphere that matches the high-stakes tone. I also love the choice for ED music.
The dialogue is good, with memorable lines and good one-liners. It also deals with multiple languages and accents due to the present diversity. The world-building is realistic with some fantastical elements, and the different cultures are well presented.
I enjoyed the originality, and the flaws didn't ruin my overall experience. I kept trying to guess the tricks as if it were a mystery, and even if it goes too far with some absurdities, its predictability is subjective, where I can see many people getting disappointed with. The Western and Japanese influences are clear due to who worked on it, and I think all kinds of people would enjoy it. It is a lot of fun.

First of all, I would like to point out that the movie skips the first few volumes of the manga, which means the characterization of the main character. It's a shame, because I really wanted to know more about him, even if the movie reveals some of his life. Despite being a jazz deity when the story begins, he still retains a charismatic and endearing presence.
Musicals with good music and visuals are a blessing, like an extended music video. I loved Hiromi Uehara's compositions and the more abstract animations were beautiful. This was originally a manga, so a big part of it is on the ... narrative too.
I didn't expect to enjoy it at first, but I was surprised.
When you have a big penis, you need a good blood flow. This is the Dai, he has a positive spirit, is very focused on his dream of becoming the greatest jazz musician in the world, and that makes the movie a motivational ride. The other main characters also follow a similar pattern as well, all of them starting at the bottom, and I love that.
If something made you cry, it must be something special, and Blue Giant certainly lives up to this sentiment if you can relate it in some capacity. Otherwise, it might feel boring or not having anything special for some.
Apart from not adapting the first volumes, I also disliked the use of CGI. The art style is beautiful, the animation during the shows is amazing, but was the use of CGI really necessary? It felt off, but it didn't ruin the movie for me. This is still a sure recommendation for jazz and its subgenres or music fans in general.

Phosphophyllite is a Lustrous looking for a purpose, but fail due to their own incompetence. But still tries and matures from the experiences through the series. It's no different than us humans. We look for something we want, we may fail or strive. Sometimes we claim to be talented, sometimes we feel like we are useless, marching on until we find our own place to belong to. Many people can relate to this situation.
Lustrous are very human, with obvious physiological differences, but our minds are similar. It's a futuristic setting with no humans, but there are Lunarians who hunt the Lustrous from time to ... time, and so a good portion of them end up as fighters, to protect and survive, becoming a great inspiration for Phosphophyllite. Like people who are inspired by jobs that make a lot of money, Phos longing is like that. With their experiences, there are changes, discoveries, new desires, people they meet, failures, successes, and so on.
Tragedy and failure surround us all the time, and their struggle to survive makes it a dark show that doesn't shy away from showing a wild world.
A lot of Buddhist symbolism is also present, due to the author's experiences in the past, and people with the right knowledge can have a different perspective and speculate or understand better than others.
It's high quality CGI looks better than what most anime out there try to achieve, which gives it a lot of charm without being distracting. 2D would have been much better, but who knows if would have been done at all due to production costs.
The characters have similar bodies, with distinguishable hair and personalities that vary along with their own body modifications. Their evolution is the most fun aspect in the series, at least for me.
Everything has already been modeled, it's really a waste that there is no season 2 as of now, but the manga is there for anyone who wants more, while the anime is a perfect place to start.

Nichijou is a big package of comedy skits with cute and crazy school girls, sometimes boys, and their teachers doing cute and crazy things, as well as an android and their genius 8 y/o creator, a talking cat, any many more.
KyoAni did a fantastic job with both the animation and art style, being pretty much flawless. Everyone is cute and distinctive. One of the main aspects of Nichijou is in it's absurdity. It takes the advantage of being an anime/manga to do, in my opinion, beautiful surrealist punchlines, and I love that craziness. It is a prominent characteristic since the beginning. And a little of ... that is present in everything, like the character designs, their routines, the punchlines, etc.
It doesn't really have a plot, but most skits are in chronological order, so you can see characters evolving from their past experiences. As the show went on, I felt like it got better at both comedy and characters as their development went on, making the characters more relatable. At halfway point it got so much more enjoyable, but I still craved more story arcs. As of now, the manga is ongoing, so don't expect any sort of conclusion. It can be a little disappointing.
Although I enjoy comedy, it wasn't very funny to me at first. In fact, I tried watching it back in 2016, having dropped after 2 episodes. So now I gave it another try with a different mindset. I think I misunderstood it back then, the comedy is very Japanese, like other shows people also find their comedy unfunny. With some research, I found about rakugo, a style I had never seen before. It basically is one person doing all the characters, usually 2 alongside different styles of it. I felt like Nichijou is similar to that, except without the lone storyteller. Watching a few rakugo, understanding a little better of their culture then coming back to it made my experience overall more enjoyable. Comedy is very subjective, and along the cultural barriers it might not be for everyone, but I can assure there are a lot of fun episodes in it.
Do you like funny and Japan? Try it.

Nichijou Ep. 0 is about cute girls doing cute/fun things as gag humor in 3 chapters. The artstyle, animation and voice acting are gorgeous and adorable.
The first chapter made me laugh, the other two are cute and somewhat interesting to watch due to the unexpected outcomes, but I wouldn't consider it that funny.
This OVA chronologically might take place after the end of the anime, and it's new content not present in the manga. Still, being released before the main series and being titled Episode 0 makes it suggestive it doesn't matter the order you decide to watch it.
If you want to dig into Nichijou or ... have already watched it and crave more, I think it's worth watching. It's not a bad episode, it's well directed, but some people might find it boring.

As an fan of the mystery and sci-fi genres, I found this anime to be a pretty fun watch. It also incorporates elements of eroticism and shock value, which, while not personally off-putting, may not appeal to all viewers. The author is a pervert.
The plot is full of intrigue, offering a fresh perspective on the post-apocalyptic world trope. It teases numerous unexpected twists, setting it apart from other anime in its genre. The animation quality is top-notch, creating a soothing ambiance juxtaposed with well-executed action sequences. The character designs are cute, with particularly endearing protagonists.
The soundtrack complements the overall atmosphere, oscillating between relaxing and experimental ... tones that align well with the eccentricity of the adventure. The monster designs, while unique, didn't resonate with me, but understandable why they were designed like that. They reminded me of a blend of the grotesque and the bizarre, akin to other media. One minor gripe I had was the samefaces of the characters, albeit it was important for the story.
The narrative structure alternates between back and front, a storytelling technique I appreciated. However, the current lack of a conclusion in both the anime and manga versions is a drawback, despite piquing my interest in reading the manga eventually.
The post-apocalyptic setting is intriguing, but it’s the backstory that truly captivates. The narrative brings various technological and ethical issues pertinent to our modern world, making it thought-provoking. While the emotional moments didn’t resonate with me as much, they intertwine well with the plot
Overall, I enjoyed it lots, but can't simply recommend it to other people without disclaimers.
Now I eagerly wait for more.

Despite its somewhat deceptive title, the anime mostly maintains a light-hearted tone, taking place in a quaint village where our protagonist leads a comfortable life with his adorable girlfriend. But this is where the charm largely ends. The narrative often falls flat, except for the fleeting moments when the couple's romantic involvement takes center stage, which unfortunately only accounts for a small fraction of the show.
The fight sequences are passable, often culminating in one-hit wins over the antagonists. While it could be argued that the fighting is secondary to the romantic and slice-of-life elements, the plot frequently circles back to themes of responsibility, where the ... protagonist is called upon to help those around him.
The story begins at a party hosted by the protagonist's sister, a formidable "Hero" whose power is a double-edged sword that threatens her well-being. The protagonist's abrupt departure from the party sets the plot in motion, leaving his sister and the party in a state of disarray due to his integral role. His infrequent contact and almost complete disregard for the previous party eventually leads to a rushed plot progression after several boring episodes.
The anime introduces an intriguing concept where all beings possess blessings, but this idea often feels underutilized. For example, one could be born with a medical blessing that eases the path to becoming a doctor, but could choose to reject it and become a warrior instead. This theme of self-determination is central to the season, emphasizing that one's destiny is not set in stone. Despite his attempts to distance himself from conflict, our protagonist is always drawn back to help others with his formidable fighting skills. Unfortunately, his apothecary only plays a significant role in the story a few times.
The animation quality is commendable, as is typical for modern anime. The soundtrack, however, falls short of expectations, which is especially disappointing considering the rural setting of the anime. This, combined with the uneven pacing, detracts from the overall atmosphere and leaves it without magic.
Despite these criticisms, I find myself intrigued by the prospect of a second season. While I wouldn't necessarily recommend this anime, it's not without its merits. It just failed to leave a lasting impression on me for most of its run.

Baccano blends a lot of cool stuff that I love. Mafia and all sorts of people in many crazy situations on a train is a really fun concept.
Its main gimmick of interconnected storylines felt detrimental at first, the first 5 or 6 episodes didn't hook me enough until more reveals were made. I couldn't feel invested in the characters when it changed points of view so much nor even the mystery felt as engaging as it could have been. However, it still oozes style and soul through the art style, animation, and the jazzy and bluesy soundtrack fitting for the time it took place in. ...
The anime adapts about 40% of the LN and does a good job with it. The problem is, having too many important characters, 17 as named in the opening, in a 13-episode show, excluding specials, creates an issue of underdeveloped characters here and there. On the other side, it's very fast-paced. When the storylines got more background, I finally felt invested and interested until the end.
The show is an experience that can start boring for many, be due to disinterest or confusion, but I think it's worth it when the story gets unveiled while having a lot of action and fun characters. It's unique compared to many shows and has this Western feel like Tarantino's movies which I also appreciate very much.
It's also worth noting its English dub is one of the few good ones out there(I still ended up preferring the original Japanese over it), and it fits the characters and setting.