Depending on who you ask, it's either amazing or terrible.
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Anime |OT| Spring 2018 - We've dived in too deep!
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Depending on who you ask, it's either amazing or terrible.
Major Major I want to see the Major. The Major gave me this. The Major gave me my purpose, my smile. Ugh.
I thought you were talking about the baseball series Major, then Ghost in the Shell, then I figured out you were talking about Evergarden
Honestly, my favorite ED is probably Fantastic Children's ED. It's incredibly basic, but I really like the use of the series' "iconic" picture, and how they made use of the fact that Origa (RIP ;_;) could sing in both Japanese and Russian.
Recently I remember liking Battery's ED(s), even if the show itself was sucky-sucky.
Recently I remember liking Battery's ED(s), even if the show itself was sucky-sucky.
It has some solid moments, the rest is rather medicore slice of life stuff...
overall I wouldn't consider it trash though... I still have to watch the last ep (and ova eventually) but I would put it at a 6 or 7 out of 10.
So apparently according to the director, the reason persona 5 anime came out so fast was because they were already starting to work on it before the game was fully out. There will also apparently be a deviation from the games plot somewhere. I'm fairly certain what that would be, as itd probably be the same thing they do in Crimson/Golden/FES whatever they will call it
I can see the headlines now: "New Highschool DxD Can't Get It Up in Time, Sours the Mood."
I wonder if
shogi girl will become a part of the phantom thieves in the anime. Since I heard she was supposed to be but they ran out of time/ felt the game ran to long already. To be fair the game feels like they just pushed everything they wanted shogi girl to do onto makoto for the last third of the game lol.
either way i look forward to the changes since I already beat the game lol
March Comes in Like a Lion [END]
This show had a good run. I wasn't left wanting more but I never thought "when is this going to end?" It's not the most exciting but it has some enduring moments, especially the arc when Hina is getting bullied. It actually made my blood boil a little. Not only is it a coming of age for Rei but Hina as well. In fact seeing Hina's growth was my favorite part of the show. I'm a dad and my little girl will be that age in several years. I'm really going to miss the OP & ED since it consistently had some of the best ins & outs. One of the only shows I sit watch every time without skipping. And I loved the art style. A solid 8/10 for me.
This show had a good run. I wasn't left wanting more but I never thought "when is this going to end?" It's not the most exciting but it has some enduring moments, especially the arc when Hina is getting bullied. It actually made my blood boil a little. Not only is it a coming of age for Rei but Hina as well. In fact seeing Hina's growth was my favorite part of the show. I'm a dad and my little girl will be that age in several years. I'm really going to miss the OP & ED since it consistently had some of the best ins & outs. One of the only shows I sit watch every time without skipping. And I loved the art style. A solid 8/10 for me.
Spring 2018 Anime update
Megola Box #1
Apart from the low-resolution I got a very positive impression from the first episode of this expecting great things.
Comic Girls #1
That was fun but I'm unsure if I'll keep watching it, like the eccentricity of the cast and it's amusing self-referential setting.
Megola Box #1
Apart from the low-resolution I got a very positive impression from the first episode of this expecting great things.
Comic Girls #1
That was fun but I'm unsure if I'll keep watching it, like the eccentricity of the cast and it's amusing self-referential setting.
Uma Musume 1-3
Pretty unexpected but it's actually really fun and the races are pretty tense imo. Spe-chan is very likeable and fun to watch
Pretty unexpected but it's actually really fun and the races are pretty tense imo. Spe-chan is very likeable and fun to watch
I dunno, i can't see the P5 equivalent of Aigis/Marie
The story would benefit a lot from more focusing on
Goro though, his story was quite rushed and my only major complaint about the game, already feel the anime hinted just a little about more focusing on him
It was actually just something on the planning stage and not really something that they "cut" from the final game ,so not likely and she wouldn't fit at all.
Can't say I remember production delays affecting a series/season opener before. Probably not the best sign for the show.
That's why DxD isn't up.
The dub for the first episode of MHA S3 was delayed for the same reason.
I'm pretty sure DxD launches fine but it's just the sub of episode being delayed.
I'm pretty sure DxD launches fine but it's just the sub of episode being delayed.
Legend of Nu Galactic Heroes 2
This was not... bad? That, or I just have a mancrush on Yang. You decide, old LoGH fans.
Buy the fucking Gundam model kits #2
Holy shit, this girl/potato is awful! Also, why is everyone so dramatic, it's like the show forgets they are inside a game, not even .hack/ G.U. is so dramatic.
This was not... bad? That, or I just have a mancrush on Yang. You decide, old LoGH fans.
Buy the fucking Gundam model kits #2
Holy shit, this girl/potato is awful! Also, why is everyone so dramatic, it's like the show forgets they are inside a game, not even .hack/ G.U. is so dramatic.
So far it's been a competent adaptation. It's not as good as the original, but I don't have any desire to howl about how they are ruining it either.
I'm guessing
Goro is confirmed alive and shows up during the final battle or some shit.
3D Kanojo ep.2
Damn, that was really cute. It had all the standard romcom tropes, but it all wrapped up nicely and was adorable to watch....
Damn, that was really cute. It had all the standard romcom tropes, but it all wrapped up nicely and was adorable to watch....
Jarinko Chie (Review, Film, 1981)
For the past 50 years Isao Takahata has worked on some of the industries most critically acclaimed films as well as some of the most beloved television series to grace the medium. A co-founder of Studio Ghibli, many of his most recognized works stem from his 32 year long tenure at the prestigious studio, however the film I'm writing about today pre-dates his Studio Ghibli debut and its an overlooked gem, a magnifying glass placed upon a fractured family unit, lovingly crafted and brimming with charm it contains all the hallmarks that you'd expect of a Takahata film from his astute understanding of everyday family life to the comedy that surrounds it, a gentle and touching tale that contains all of the heart in the world.
Jarinko Chie directed by the late Isao Takahata and released back on April 11th 1981 is a film adaptation of a long running manga series. Interestingly Miyazaki was originally penned to direct the film, he however declined and so Takahata took over, it's hard to predict just how this film would have turned out with Miyazaki as director but it's safe to say that Takahata was a perfect choice for the material at hand. After the film released Takahata went on to direct the Jarinko Chie television series only a few months later and so it's safe to say that he developed an affinity for the world and its characters and it's easy to see why, after all a film about the interactions between family members is what Takahata excels at. Jarinko Chie takes place in 1960's Osaka and revolves around Chie, a ten year old girl who lives with her single father, a brute who fights and gambles all of his money away. Chie spends her days juggling both school and her job at her families diner. The film opens with Chie's father begging his old man to lend him money due to Chie's waning health, of course he's lying about her condition as a means to obtain more money in order to gamble and gamble he does, losing all of the money to the owner of a local gambling parlour. The premise may sound depressing however what makes Jarinko Chie work is its humour, make no mistake this is a comedy. In the very next scene for example Chie spots a cat meowing timidly and tosses it a skewer to eat, the cat grabs the skewer, gets up onto two legs and walks up to a trash can, leaning against it cockily as he eats, cartoon testicles in sight not unlike the Tanuki in Pom Poko, another Takahata film. Jarinko Chie is a comedy and the fantastic voice acting is the backbone that makes up the humour, a majority of the cast in fact originate from popular manzai groups from Osaka, a traditional style of Japanese stand-up comedy.
Like Takahata's other films Jarinko Chie has a beautiful aesthetic. It's not as detailed as Only Yesterday nor unconventional like The Tale of Princess Kaguya however similarly to the two aforementioned films it's both pretty and fully realized. Backgrounds are painterly and detailed, and although a vast majority of the film utilises medium and two shots we do get some nice establishing shots that set the tone and place. Since this is a film pertaining a close-knit family the camera is often close and fixated on characters. The film itself seems to be made up of around 20 chapters and although there's an overarching theme to the film Chie finds herself in various predicaments throughout the 1 hour 50 min runtime, each taking place in a different location, almost play-like in its structure. The backgrounds are homely and appealing and make for a beautiful and accurate rendition of 60's Osaka, even today you'll notice many famous landmarks adorning the backgrounds.
As the film progresses Chie comes into contact with her mother, unbeknownst to Chie's father. These scenes are lovely and showcase Takahata's masterful ability to depict complex familial relationships through simple visual storytelling. Pillow shots give scenes room to breathe, the camera often lingers as the characters fall into a deep thought, monologuing their predicament. There's many fantastic scenes in this film however there's one scene in particular that I want to delve into and its impact was profound and surprising. It's because of its surprising nature that I initially thought to refrain from spoiling this scene however I felt that it would be a disservice not to discuss it, I also felt that perhaps bringing to light this scene would convince people to earnestly give this film a shot. Whilst spending time with one another at the park both Chie and her mother go to the cinema, and here we're presented with a clip from the live action 1967 film The Son of Godzilla. The scene shown in particular is of Godzilla and his son Minilla. In this father-son moment, Godzilla lets out his atomic breath and then gestures to Minilla to do the same, however all he can muster up is a smoke ring, Chie and her mother laugh, Godzilla gestures to Minilla to have another go and as his son gears up to try again Godzilla steps on his tail and a full blown atomic breath is let forth, Godzilla then embraces his son. Minilla like Chie lacks confidence and although Godzilla's tactics for surfacing Minilla's inner hidden abilities is comedic it's still touching. It's a poignant scene, one that could've easily been animated in order to conform to the visuals of Jarinko Chie and yet Takahata decided to place a live action film inside of the animated world and the two styles juxtapose beautifully. It's this type of out of the box and unconventional film-making that placed Takahata in a league of his own.
The soundtrack scored by Masaru Hoshi is lovely, enhancing each and every scene. Like many of Takahata's other works the film isn't afraid of silence, sometimes the silence heightens the comedic scenes and other times it's used in order to intensify the emotional moments. Ambient sounds such as birds chirping or the clanging of trains creates a sense of place, bringing the world to life. Also, it bears mentioning that unconventionally all of the dialogue was recorded before the animation, clearly this has an impact on the way in which characters are animated and it makes for a real connection between the two, even-though the film is animated and character designs are exaggerated nevertheless it really does feel like a live action film. The characters are believable and I instantly became immersed in this little group of characters and their lives, invested in their journey. I absolutely adore Chie's design, from her large head and tiny doll like eyes to her massive, larger than life grin and teeth, the juxtaposition between her and her more refined and elegant mother is sweet, I got a real sense that the two were slightly envious of each other, Chie's young and yet she's a real go-getter, the glue that keeps the family together, always happy and smiling, of course as the viewer we're also privy to those moments in which she is less certain in her own abilities.
Even-though this is one of Takahata's earlier works you really get a clear sense of his abilities, even at this stage. As I mentioned earlier Jarinko Chie is broken up into chapters, little vignettes that capture everyday life within Chie's household, this structure is similar to My Neighbors the Yamadas, a later Takahata film. A soft and delicate film about everyday life, the thoughtfulness that's applied to the ways in which the characters interact with one another also reminiscent of Yamadas. The deliberate pace in which the film meanders from scene to scene evocative of Only Yesterday, and of course the anthropomorphic cat with prominent testicles, a key element of this film made a similar return in Pom Poko 13 years later. Although Takahata was known for his films that tackled serious matters, even Pom Poko, a film with an oddball cast and aesthetic is enshrouded in a serious plot about the environment. It's evident that Takahata had an understanding of comedy, utilizing it beautifully throughout his 50 year long portfolio. At the end of the day some of the funniest moments occur within otherwise unassuming households, moments between loved ones, forever living in the hearts and minds of those close to us, never to be forgotten, undoubtedly the memories we all have of Takahata and his films will too live on for eternity.
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Lupin III Part IIIII Episode II
Isnt this the plot of John Wick 2? Or actually, what the plot of John Wick 3 will be?
Isnt this the plot of John Wick 2? Or actually, what the plot of John Wick 3 will be?
doesn't change why it's not released in the US yet thought.
there are still even some airings today but it looks like that might be the end of it.
so I expect it to be released in 3-6 months in the US?
It was nice that they moved passed some old tropes, like girls can't love girls and such.
Lupin III Part V: Episode II
Looks like we are going full on overraching plot for this series and I have to say I like it so much more then the one Part 4 had by an order of magnitude. Indeed now that the Lupin Game is in full effect the series feels much more fresh and interesting. Lupin's relationship with Ami is one we haven't seen in while, with him cast in the role of chivalrous protector, usually that is when children are involved, and I know Ami looks 12 but I am guessing she is an adult. Also they are still playing up Fujiko as a tweener, maybe an adversary but I am kind expecting the grand swerve to her to be on Team Lupin at the end of the day.
Looks like we are going full on overraching plot for this series and I have to say I like it so much more then the one Part 4 had by an order of magnitude. Indeed now that the Lupin Game is in full effect the series feels much more fresh and interesting. Lupin's relationship with Ami is one we haven't seen in while, with him cast in the role of chivalrous protector, usually that is when children are involved, and I know Ami looks 12 but I am guessing she is an adult. Also they are still playing up Fujiko as a tweener, maybe an adversary but I am kind expecting the grand swerve to her to be on Team Lupin at the end of the day.
Nu CCS 13
OH, FOR FUCK SAKE. Also this somehow confirms Yue experiences everything Yukito does? Awkward...
OH, FOR FUCK SAKE. Also this somehow confirms Yue experiences everything Yukito does? Awkward...
Soooo... how are we gonna handle the second season of that show that's apparently prohibited from being discussed?
It's not prohibited. It's just that we (justifiably) can't praise or defend the shady shit in it.
Mods in here said don't be dumb about it and discussion will be fine.
I finished watching episode 12 of Antarctica girls and wow. It's funny how I realized then how invested I was in these characters. I never really felt super attached, but this episode floored me. What a great episode, great show
I'm talking about the most recent thread that got closed. Mod said we can't make threads which I assume also extends to to here https://www.resetera.com/threads/ma...-horrifying-media-i-have-ever-consumed.35338/
He'll need to clarify then because he was one of the mods that said don't be dumb about it and it'll be fine. Also that plainly states threads which is a good idea because it'll always devolve into that.
It always makes me wonder because honestly, not defending the show's creepy stuff is not that hard.
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