Trakt for iOS
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This show ruined television for me. Any other show and all I can think is Why am I not watching BoJack instead? It took me about half a season to start enjoying it, but once it hit me, it hit me like a long, hard kick in the urethra. Really, this is the only TV show that regularly brings tears to my eyes. I've become completely obsessed with it.
Snowpiercer is a train I should never have boarded. Stick to the (excellent) film
This show is streets ahead.
"The Midnight Gospel" is a weird series. On the one hand, the animation is beautiful, abstract and imaginative. But on the other, the podcast philosophy talks are hard to focus on. I still hear the full conversations, but now and then, it sounds more like noise, and I let the animation carry me. It's an odd yet strangely relaxing series.
This show has nothing exceptional about it at all. It's pretty lame and cookie cutter. Disappointing.
I want to thank the other commenter who said it picks up after 10 episodes, because I was ready to bail after a few episodes, but I'm glad I stuck around because after the 11th episodes it's almost a different show.
Anime is not my main pastime, I'm more of a movies/tv guy, so when this turned out to be slow and a little bit silly (in comparison to the other stuff I watch) I was ready to ditch it, but the show switches to a different tone and gets a little bit dark in the second act of the story, it gets real and deep, and it was apparent then why people love this little anime, it's real good.
So, I'd advise everybody to stick around a little bit with this gem, you will be rewarded for your patience with a great story that will touch you and move you, because behind all that sci-fi and mystery there's real emotions.... goddamnit just watch it already...
Only three episodes in and it's already my favorite American animated series. Robert Kirkman is a genius. I absolutely LOVED the comic book series. Can't wait to see what subtle changes this has in store. Lets Go!!
Neon Genesis Evangelion is (not) “that anime”… (not) about robots/monsters/etc… (not) an entertainment… it’s more than that—it’s a work of art… Evangelion is about human… human relationship, life… truth.
Do (not) try to understand it… feel it.
Images, sounds (and music), time… sets the moods.
How to watch (the original) Evangelion: “Angel Attack” (1) – “Take care of yourself.” (26) ➝ “He was aware that he was still a child. (New Production Cut)” (21’) – “The Beginning and the End, or ‘Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door’ (New Production Cut)” (24’) ➝ “Love is destructive.” (25’) + “I need you.” (26’) = The End of Evangelion ➝ “Do you love me?” (25) – “Take care of yourself.” (26) ➝ “Love is destructive.” (25’) + “I need you.” (26’) = The End of Evangelion.
To my father, thank you. To my mother, farewell. And to all the children… Congratulations!
Did NOT expect to enjoy this show as much as I did. Serious emotional punches thrown into what feels like one great dream. Art is astoundingly good, music is great, characters are relatable, plot is amazing, but seriously, did I mention the art?
If you're like me and have been wondering whether or not you should watch Madoka for a while now, trust me: you definitely, undoubtedly should.
Having finally finished my slow burn of this series all I can do is agree with other comments here. This series offers a sense of tranquillity when watching that I have rarely seen anywhere else. You just get absorbed into sometimes dreamlike atmosphere of it all. Each episode is somewhat self-contained and you really never know how it will end. Some end on a happy note, some on a sorrowful one, some are more ambiguous or bitersweet.
The message throughout is very much that Mushi are not malevolent or evil, they are just like forces of nature, and can be harmful or helpful to humans. Each story is more about how people deal with these things, with Ginko travelling around and helping where he can.
With a second season just around the corner all I can really do is repeat other people's recommendations - if you haven't already, watch this series.
Amazing show. Takes the whole concept of "magical girl" shows and throws it out the window. Very dark and emotional concepts thrown into a beautiful looking world with great characters. This is a must watch.
A short, well structured cartoon that respectfully deals with topics rarely seen in children's media. Tulip is a refreshingly unique main character and the mystery surrounding the train kept me watching to the end. Can't wait for the next season!
EDIT: Each and every season the show keeps getting better! The last episode of Season 3 had the DARKEST scene I've ever witnessed in a show with a PG rating. My only criticism is that the humor isn't great, but this definitely isn't a comedy anyway. Still highly recommend for any age as the topics it covers are universally relatable.
Don't get put off by the first episodes if you think they're weirdly paced or whatever, this show really relies on getting to know you before you start to really like it which is exactly what it is trying to do. This show is extremely smart and uses a number of visual and audio techniques to manipulate your emotions to what it wants to get across. I don't even like anime shows but this one is pretty great.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The most influential anime of the 90's, and arguably of all time. This anime entirely changed the rules regarding what an animated series could convey and how it could convey it. Virtually every anime released after 1995 draws at least some inspiration from NGE, meaning that the anime industry itself would not be what it is today without the not-so-simple simple tale of a quiet boy named Shinji Ikari.
An over the top anime that should not be missed, Mob Psycho 100 is based on a simple boy with unlimited psychic powers, yet wanting only a normal life. The animation is fantastic and the story keeps up an action packed pace that keeps you glued to the screen, just like One Punch Man but with a story you get invested in.
It is a rollercoaster ride that you shouldn't miss and Mob Pyscho 100 is just one of those shows that you can't help watching nonstop.
A really fun, mostly light-hearted show that wears its influences on its sleeves.
Amazing characters, actually funny jokes, a story I want to see more of, and superb animation at certain points.
Pacing is a bit of a mess in the first season, but hopefully this improves with time.
Edit: So almost halfway through season 2, the pacing has certainly improved much more than I expected it to.
Characters have continued to improve, story is progressing very well, and have I mentioned HOW FUNNY this show is?
Edit 2: Never updated for the end of the second season, but without spoiling anything going into the third season the plot is at a fantastic point.
Ranking of Kings is a life lesson!
Not only is it a quite original anime with its particular character design.
The young prince Boji teaches us that no matter how hard the life is, no matter how much people make fun of you, you must always keep smiling and move forward to achieve your goal.
It is not because everyone tells you that it is impossible and that you will never succeed that it will necessarily be the case.
Boji has proven us that if you put enough effort and willpower, nothing is impossible!
This is not the only thing that this series teaches us.
It also discusses the theme of forgiveness and friendship.
After the betrayal of Domas, can and should Boji forgive him?
After all those bad things Miranjo has done and after all those things she has endured, is it really impossible to forgive her?
These are really interesting questions that the anime is dealing with.
This anime is a real jewel, you will not be disappointed to discover it.
"If I'm just a normal person and you were beat by me, then what does that make you?"
This has to be my favorite anime of all time, and Mob has to be my favorite character ever. Mob is a boy with incredibly overpowered psychic powers, but he would rather develop himself as a person than rely on his powers for everything. This is the core message of the story, and one I felt like I needed. Mob doesn't want to be defined by an overwhelming strength in one aspect of life, but rather how he is in every facet of reality.
If you want see how white people were in 1994, this is the show to watch. Haha.
For all the Slice of Life Genre fans, this is the one you must watch!!!!
Everything here is genuine. Everything here is complicated, mature, dark, and deep. This is the best television series, full stop.
SCORE: 9/10
Initially I thought it was another "Cute Girls doing Cute Things" type of anime but half way through the show I changed my opinion. Both the story and the anime was impressive and really stood out. A lot of things were left unclear so I'm hoping for further seasons to come.
I would definitely recommend everyone to watch this.
The first three seasons is where it's at, after that it becomes formulaic. Characters become caricatures of themselves which is disappointing. In saying that though, the cast have such a great dynamic together.
Friends is really easy to watch, which for me has ultimately become it's drawback, as I've seen the episodes too many times. I find myself getting annoyed with the characters now more often than I did 10 years ago, which has altered my perception of the show. Seinfeld's strength is Friends' weakness, given Seinfeld has no overarching storyline (with minor references in some episodes to past episodes), the episodes become standalone, giving Seinfeld the unparalleled advantage on focusing purely on the characters and their nuances in certain situations.
A beautiful tale of the price of glory and pressure society puts upon its greatest artists. But it is also a reminder to hold tight to those closest to you.
8/10
Emotionally and visually appealing, this show is a great example of how to do a post-apocalyptic tale with children. It brings the charm from another anime that has not long since aired, 'Made In Abyss'. Having an atmosphere of everlasting chaos, it manages to lighten the mood with the innocent discovery of the two young characters as they traverse the old broken world around them. It leaves me feeling sad and happy that these two will not experience some things, yet, they are happy with each other and have fun finding new things. But with new discoveries come consequences. Which is where the series really shines. Having a darker side to an already undertoned tragic story. Really making you feel for the girls and wanting to continue with them on their tour of the land of before. From its large scale of landscapes, it still isolates you with the girls in this empty world. Still having myself engrossed in the experience though. Truly a great anime overall that really couldn't be told any other way. Which is what anime should be about.
Wow... This is such a great anime, too bad that it's underrated :(
Please give this anime a try if you have the time! One of the best animes I've ever seen tbh.
Although not everything feels earned, "She-Ra and the Princesses of Power" is still one of the best animated series to ever grace our screens. Its ephemeral beauty shines like a beacon against the darkness that reminds us that we are never strong alone. With our friends, we can do anything, and I think that's one of the best messages it could ever leave us. "We're gonna win in the end!" Yes, they did, and it was glorious.
SCORE: 7/10
"Infinity Train" is... special. "Infinity Train" is unique. When I first got into this show, I was pleasantly surprised by how it provided consistent, short storytelling.
Season 1 is a good start, with a singular protagonist (who couldn't be more "the hero") as they change the entire train world by the season's end.
I fell in love with the series in Season 2. This season had two protagonists: Lake and Jesse. Both faced struggles I deeply relate to, and it continues the theme of friendship in a beautiful way.
Season 3 was the darkest and all the more interesting for it. It also had two protagonists, Grace and Simon, as they both learned what "empathy" means, let alone "sympathy".
Season 4 toned it down a bit. It's my least favourite of the series, but it was far from bad, so it didn't end on a downer note. It still followed two protagonists as they grappled with their relatable issues.
"Infinity Train"'s cancellation makes me very sad. I hope Owen Dennis can continue it someday because I would love to see four more seasons of this beloved cartoon. Maybe I'll watch other Cartoon Network series, who knows?
8/10
