Symbolism becomes a fascinating aspect of any story if done right. It should neither be forced nor be completely ignored. Mawaru Penguindrum is an anime that skillfully incorporates many allegories related to fate and destiny. The multiplicity of various characters and genres form a delicious curry. Interestingly, it is also one of the symbols for […]
Revolutionary Girl Utena is a coming-of-age anime that fuses surrealism with magical girls, breaking all norms that define the genre. It is full of complex symbolism and indulges with themes like illusions, ambitions, sexuality, abuse, and incest. All these themes are never direct and are represented by many recurring allegories in the show. Revolutionary Girl […]
Imagine watching an anime that is a parody of everything you love! From famous movies like Your Name and My Neighbor Totoro to video games like Final Fantasy, Pop Team Epic is a random mess of everything and makes no sense at all. A typical episode of Pop Team Epic spends the majority of its […]
First-time watchers of FLCL will often wonder if it’s a fever dream. I mean, how do you write something so topsy-turvy without being high enough to float with the clouds? While the franchise is a whole journey by itself, beginners might feel stumped due to its storyline. It’s very easy to think[…]
Sometimes, the most physically challenging situations don’t require any physical strength at all. Instead, they need a sense of calmness, confidence, and an absurd amount of obsession over gambling! Kakegurui is a gambling anime with a high school setting. The seemingly posh school has peculiar inner workings that include gambling and manipulation as a part […]
Story-telling is a beautiful art. It fills your heart with a mixture of uncountable emotions. The best stories are those that completely immerse you in their worlds. Once your journey is over, the stories turn into beautiful memories. Studio Ghibli is a master of story-telling. Created by famed directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, the […]
Have you ever experienced a strange melancholic feeling after right after finishing a show? A feeling where you don’t really know what to do next or how to handle the bitter-sweet after taste the story left you with? Clannad does exactly that. Its touching plot makes your heartbreak multiple times and fills your heart with […]
With a wide variety of anime available these days, seldom we fall down a rabbit hole of less talked about anime. They might have strange plotlines or dumb sounding generic characters, but once you start watching them, you really can’t stop yourself from binging the whole thing. When you first begin watching the show, it […]
Hyouka is an enticing anime and a proud production of Kyoto Animation. A perfect blend of mystery and mundanity, Hyouka makes sure that none of those elements dominates the other. “Those with talent who aren’t aware of themselves cause pain for those who have none.” Fuyumi Irisu, Hyouka Houtarou, a boy with a knack for […]
‘Violet Evergarden’ begins with the end of a deadly and long-lasting war. While it’s a joyous occasion for most, Violet is suddenly left with nothing to do and nowhere to go. She has been a soldier since a very young age and has grown up following orders. In a new world where violence is no[…]
Garo is an anime that has been adapted from one of the oldest and the coolest story-telling techniques, tokusatsu. The anime is mostly action-based and has loads of epic battle sequences. The use of different types of weapons, war machinery, and fighting styles are executed with brilliance with the help of beautiful CGI. The plots […]
Set in the Victorian era England, Black Butler is a supernatural Shonen anime with a touch of comedy. Unlike most anime, Black Butler effortlessly transitions between lighter and comedic themes to more somber ones without making it feel forced in any way. The characters are an absolute bundle of joy, and they will quickly make […]