Jan 27, 2023
Umm Makishima based ?
What was striking about psycho-pass was that it actually seemed to respect the viewers. There was not a single part of it that wasn’t done incredibly well. All of its openings and endings were fantastic and a great fit for the show both aesthetically and musically. Every actor’s performance was superb. The art and animation were more than adequate. With a limited use of cg, everything moved naturally and was pleasing to look at. While in some ways very simple, it was a concise and intelligent story. Initially it felt like it might end up being basic or shallow, with its premise
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being what it is. Psycho-Pass quickly dispelled that idea, and managed to keep it at bay throughout the show’s running.
It doesn’t waste your time and jumps directly into the action. Important details were delivered efficiently and unobtrusively, such as the operation of the dominators and the concept of crime coefficients. And soon enough, you’re introduced to him. Makishima, a charming and charismatic man possessing an artistic philosophy, was our antagonist and undoubtedly the highlight of Psycho-Pass. Everything about the man was intriguing and provocative. Something worth noting was his apparent reading history given the many references that were made, from other fiction to philosophy, Shakespeare, the Bible and more. Not to mention his own politics and schemes, which were similarly compelling. From his entrance to the ending our antagonist was resolute and captivating.
If Makishima was the highlight, then the quality of the characters in general was the core of Psycho-Pass, spanning the young and energetic Kagari to the old-fashioned father figure of Masaoka. The show wasn’t afraid to give us meaningful, plot-driven time with its characters. There was no filler, and virtually no fan service. Everyone was grounded in reality. All our protagonists had their own arc and developed in their own right. Akane, Kougami, Ginoza, all found themselves in similar situations. Each had the same thing held in question and formed their unique response in time. Seeing the characters and story flow together so fluidly was a joy that unfortunately isn’t all that common.
Being such a level and balanced show, you’ll be hard pressed to find a moment where it lets up. The mood was consistent without being overbearing. With well rounded and versatile characters, terrific sound, striking visuals, and an engaging, meaningful plot Psycho-Pass checks all the boxes. Anyone out there looking for a tight, smoothly paced, thought provoking show that knows what it’s doing would be right to pick this up.
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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