Don’t expect much in the way of substance here, as this anime is no Ghost in Shell. Take the X Train is more of an OVA for artists and animators. It’s the type of piece for those who dive into animation history in search of new ideas.
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Afro Samurai is a 2007 series, a collaboration between Gonzo Studios, Samuel L Jackson, and Takashi Okazaki. Unlike some people’s misunderstanding of it, this series doesn’t aim to be thought-provoking or moral in any sense, and it’s most certainly not trying to be a masterpiece.
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In conclusion, Expelled from Paradise has many ideas that it seemingly wanted to explore but couldn’t at all for some unknown reason. It constantly tosses out ideas during breaks from the action, which is the biggest flaw this film has.
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The main protagonist, Vash, further elevates it. Whose ideologies bring about the show’s nuances and complexities, as they are explored from both his point of view and from conflicting perspectives all around him. Trigun is a prime example of how to do a gritty story right. It delivers a meaningful albeit cliché message without violence.
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The main takeaway from Tiger and Bunny that I got is that it isn’t a regular shounen. Most shounen focuses on the action or the lack thereof. In contrast, Tiger and Bunny concentrate on the partnership between its two main characters and their interactions with the rest of the characters. The series makes you deeply care about these characters through the deep storytelling backdrops and the backstories.
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Those who have only seen the movie will find this world more George Miller versus Robert Rodriguez and may be put off by its audacity. Nevertheless, the future remains dim for Battle Angel. What happens next, only Zalem knows. Would you like to know more?
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While it may seem like a Tokyo Ghoul knock-off, Kemono Jihen is an excellent anime that can hold its own. It can be binged on a rainy Saturday or relaxed Sunday. It covers a lot of ground in twelve episodes and will have fans clamoring for the next season, which rumor has it will not be released until 2023. Let’s hope not.
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Kaiba is often confused with being a cyberpunk anime. However, it leans more towards the dystopian fantasy genre. From looking at its cover, many fans might get confused that this anime might be for kids. However, it has a clear R-rated sign, meaning it is definitely not for kids.
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Goku: Midnight Eye II is an anime that would have been worth watching had I had access to it in 1989, when anime was still scarce in most of North America. With a better part I and better cyberpunk titles that preceded it, I believe GME II is best left to nostalgia.
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