May 19, 2014
As my first anime review (wish me luck), I chose to review an all time favorite, Angel Beats! I will admit it has many noticeable flaws (to people who give it a 5,6, and 7), and isn't perfect, but it doesn't need to be. The way the story, characters, art, and sound fit together is like no other anime. Some scenes will have you cracking up. Some will have you watching silently as your eyes well up will tears. Angel Beats is something beautiful that is truly an experience to watch, and something I believe everyone should.
Story 9/10
The story the anime includes is amazing,
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but feels incomplete . At the end, there is much unexplained. The story is at it's peak when characters' past and life is explained, but does not get a chance to explain to explain each character's. The lives people lead out make you question what you are doing with your life, and what it means to be alive.
Art: 10/10
The art was completely gorgeous. Everything from the opening to the battle scenes to the concerts was impeccably animated. The character designs were really unique and likable.
Sound: 11/10
Okay, I know I can't give an 11 out of 10. But the music and OST is just amazing. Background music was well suited for whatever was going on. Songs like Crow Song, Alchemy, Shine Days, and My Song make the music memorable and make the show even more enjoyable. The opening is a great way to start the anime and one of my favorites. With Kanade playing the piano, and flashing scenes of what will happen later in the episode, the art in it is memorable also. All kinds of music are included. Ichiban no Takaramono and Brave Song are beautiful, sad songs, while Crow Song and Alchemy are catchy and lovable.
The voice acting was great in the dub, I think better than the original for Otanashi and Yuri, and also good in the sub. I did like Kanade better in the sub, her voice sounded a little too robotic in the dub. But if you're planning to watch, go with either.
Character: 9.5/10
I know that I lot of people say the characters follow typical stereotypes. I truly think each character was different in likable in their own way. TK was hilarious, despite not talking much, Yuri was strong and tough (though a like psychotic at times), Yui was lovable and outgoing, and Ooyama was totally average but still was likable and had good lines. The rest of the characters all had something to like about them too. The characters teach people to try and work hard to achieve your goals, and to make your life worth something, to not giving up.
Enjoyment: 10/10
I love this anime so much. It really touched my heart, and I do believe you're missing out if you don't watch it. It's not for everyone. It's not for the critics or the eye rollers or the people who only watch for fan service. And thats fine. If you don't like it after the first few episodes, thats okay. I'm not forcing you to watch it. (how would I?) But despite people saying there is nothing special about it, I believe there isn't an anime out there quite as special as angel beats.
Overall: 10/10
Reviewer’s Rating: 10
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