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even though the first 1 hour long episode was fantastic (with it having a great turning point and shift in mood) the other two episodes have terrible pacing. I was excited to see a deathnote-like cat and mouse intellectual chase, but after the next two episodes that seems to not be the case. it's more about the industry than the actual revenge plot, which i wasn't too sure if i'd be happy viewing.

episode 1 makes me think it would be a breath of fresh air for the 2023 animes that are all the same, but no, it's pretty much generic. i don't feel like i'm ... on the edge of my seat when viewing it. in simplest terms, it's boring. the characters all feel like they were made to be capitalised on, i see a lack of depth to them. and also, it's weird. rlly weird. 30 year old something doctor promising to marry a little girl..?

so yea, if you're anything like me and want to watch something original and unique, don't watch Oshi No Ko.

you know, i was put off at first because of the negative comments, but i still watched it anyway just to at least see cool cyborgs. and honestly, i don't necessarily agree with some of the negative claims!

i have been very busy for the past few months, and although i wanted to watch anime, nothing piques my interest anymore, but my eyes were glued to the screen for the 3 hours after starting the first episode!! it's surprisingly good for a video game anime adaptation (though the game itself is just a buggy nightmare)

the soundtrack was nice, modern, and the opening song is Franz ... Ferdinand (gotta love it!) the animation was clean and the storytelling was actually paced quite well despite it only being 10 episodes. it's, at least for me, was a compelling story that starts in glamour and ends quite spectacularly. i think it has some interesting views about the idea of a goal, and the extent to achieve that goal as well as connections with other people and the pressure that power brings.

i think its unfair to compare this anime to Ghost In The Shell, Neon Genesis Evangelion or Texhnolyze just because it has cyborgs and psychological aspects to it. This one was definitely made with the intention to appeal, so some elitists may just think it's pretentious just because it has the ability to appeal to mainstream watchers >,<

I think it's worth a watch, just one episode even, see if you like it~

I watched Belle a few months back, and at first I was absolutely amazed! But when I re-watched it a few weeks ago again, I started to notice the story could've been done so much better (and in fairly easy ways too.)

I felt like the original script could've ran for so much longer, and there was actually more to the story itself, but then it became so long that chunks of it had to be removed. I think this movie, plot line and premise has a good potential to be a 12 episode series.

The script should've elaborated on characters like Ruka Watanabe (the popular ... girl) because I find her character to be quite beautiful! She's pretty, she's kind and she's easy to get along with. And I think exploring Suzu and Shinobu's relationship is also necessary because I don't quite understand how they feel about each other. The reference to beauty and the beast was kind of bad, I just felt like it was forced...with the castle and roses n everything..

But- the animation was beautiful, it looks nice, but I'm not a very big fan of the animation style they used to animate shots within 'U'. Talking about 'U', I'm really starting to get tired of the 'teenagers in the metaverse' tropes. The scenes outside of 'U' looks really good.

Obviously the sound design was very good I loved it so much!!!!! The vocals r so pretty and it perfectly fits!!1! I just love anime with a good OST. (And to be honest, just watch it for the songs, it's amazing!).

Definitely watch this movie, it's good, and even though there were some parts that could've been improved it's still worth a watch~

Haibane renmei is one of my favourite animes, the world building is in depth, the characters are fun and the story itself and the questions it brings are captivating! The interactions between Raka and the other Haibane during the first 6 episodes really set the right atmosphere. Haibane renmei discusses the purpose of life and its meaning, how mysterious it is.

The symbolism is done it a way that doesn't feel like its shoving it at our faces (what evangelionm did) and the story itself isn't completely vague (much like SEL).

For me, it was fun to try and figure out the answers to the proposed ... questions in the show, as Yoshitoshi Abe said that we can decide the answers for ourselves. For me, the show made me cherish what is available and not be too afraid of anything and be content with what you have (anomalies apply).

Good show and worth a watch,

Tries toooo hard to be artistic!! Wayyy too slow! This is insulting to the original novel "Genji Monogatari"

The art and sound is fine, I don't have much complaints about it ^^
The story of the original novel is grim, fascinating while the movie just turns it into storyboarding hell!! Walking from one place to another should not take that long!

I get scenarios like Evangelion's elevator scene but this?? I don't see the meaning or purpose behind these dreadfully slow motions and I feel like it's just...pretentious.

The art itself is quite beautiful, I must admit. and there's minimal sound (or when it's used it's very appropriate). ... Just like Ergo Proxy and Evangelion, it doesn't really tell you what's going on- but with Genji Monogatari's case it's way too vague...someone who have not read the novel or at least know the contents and plots prior to watching the movie would most likely find a hard time understanding this story and plot.

Just go read the novel, don't bother yourself with this- I really don't recommend it

Though it discusses themes very well, I'd say the movie was way too slow!! Building atmosphere is good, but once it gets too slow, it gets repetitive and boring. The story is okay, it probably is Christian symbolism about faith (I was raised in a very catholic household!) and I don't have much to complain about it. Art is a good 10/10, I love the hauntingly beautiful characters! Sound was also great, used appropriately and not too flashy, which is really- just my personal taste for sound design.

It has great art, good sounds and a nice story, yet I couldn't bring myself to *really* ... enjoy it because (again) of how slow it is! would've been so much better if there was just a bit more drama in the movie to keep me interested about what is going to happen with the girl and her egg..

If you don't mind slow storytelling, like nice imagery and have some spare time- give this a watch! ^^

I'm a big fan of dystopic settings and texhnolyze is almost a blessing from the heavens. I like the world design and the colours chosen for the eerie setting, with paper white skies and greyscale buildings- this also includes the dull yet realistic looking characters. The show touches subjects concerning existentialism very well, I love the division between lux and the upperworld, and how the show demonstrates how lack of purpose can strive a species crazy and eventually go extinct. It's a shame not many people have even heard of this show.

This isn't a show for entertainment, a story to sip tea to. it's ... a chain of events followed by an inevitable, dark ending. It's a painting of a society where nothing needed to be done. Not everyone will like it, but those who enjoy small details and big philosophical concepts will probably like texnolyze. The characters and settings may bore the watcher because of the lack of uniqueness or colour, but for me, it was one of the things that made watching this show so suffocating and - intense (?).

Better than Serial Experiments Lain, in my opinion.
Definitely one of my all time favourites!

Toilet bound Hanako Kun, adapted into anime in 2020 and since gained a cult following. Was the hype on this seemingly cutesy show worth it? Yes.

I am only going to focus on the Manga, but give the anime a go if you don't favor the idea of sitting through many chapters.

Oh boy, lots to unpack right here. The story was great, amazing, and the art is an absolute blessing to view. The characters were incredibly well built and I enjoyed this manga, though it is not finished.

Let's get on to the main part of what makes shows unique, the story. It starts as ... your typical "I am in love with a ghost" trope, but dig in for a few chapters, and to 30 chapters and more, this clearly was not the case. There were some comedic moments here and there, but the authors still managed to incorporate dark elements into it. The lore is amazing, incredibly in-depth, and interesting, with every chapter more questions arise. Though it can get a tad bit repetitive, and even lengthy. Some arcs are too short, some too long, but it isn't something that I would really bother complaining about. The plot has its flaws, but still very unique and interesting.

The art scores a 10/10 for me right away. Everything from the line art, screen-toning, and even panel structuring impressed me. I'm not too much of an art critic but just look at the style! everything is so detailed it amazes me! it works well in both light and dark situations and always makes the characters more alive, even if they're dead (hanako kun).

Characters. All the characters were decently built, my favorites in terms of development and writing were Nene and Aoi. Sure, their behavior can be quite repetitive at times but there is always something fresh about them, new enough you don't feel tired of them. Hanako, although playfully joking in nearly every single scene still manages to be a fun character, and a super edgy one too. (I'm looking at you, 14-year-old boys.)

Overall, definitely worth the read if you want stunning art, interesting lore and a rollercoaster of emotions.