Shrug. Tell that to my Scrapped Princess R2 collection on the shelf.
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Fall 2012 Anime |OT| Meet the new world, same as the old world
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Shrug. Tell that to my Scrapped Princess R2 collection on the shelf.
That's more or less how I felt.
Episode 1 - Oh man that awesome.
Episode 2 - Okay that was considerably less awesome.
Episode 3 - Well that was better than the last one at least.
Episode 4 - Some good moments but this is getting kinda stupid.
Episode 5 - Yeah fuck this show.
Was it as expensive as F/Z?
Have you forgotten what she's packing under her clothes? That lump could be a grenade launcher for all we know.
Sounds like a job for Hidamari Sketch.
Yeah, do yourself a favour and drop it like I did.
You should probably stop now then.
PoeticProse22
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From the New World 1
This was a terrific, brilliantly stylistic episode that served as a great introduction into this strange, unsettling tale, as it immediately immerses the viewers into the bizarre nature of their world. Although this episode contained a rather lengthy amount of informative exposition and world-building, it was woven into the story very well, never slipping into an uninteresting lull.
The opening sequence was incredible. Firstly, we're temporarily shown the
. I particularly enjoyed the practical effect of distorting the visuals as a means to portray the oppressive madness of the situation. Following these scenes is a surprisingly mature, beautifully simplistic introduction of the children, as their silhouettes converse beneath the purple sunset. The music used for the opening, then leading to the appearance of the title card, was simply phenomenal.
Saki's continual perspective throughout the episode was a necessary viewpoint, as it created a masterfully depicted cohesion out of many disparate developments, never losing focus or dragging on a specific point for too long.
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, thus creating a heavily restricted society where the children lean on the unchallenged morals and rules of their elders, constantly refraining from wandering across the edge of the super-imposed
. All of this is partially brought about by a noticeable naivety, since they certainly don't appear to be acutely aware of the
. A disturbing, ominous calm pervaded throughout the entire episode, particularly whenever the story lingered for a moment on
, allowing a subtle dread to creep into the proceedings, culminating with the closing realization that
.
I'm really looking forward to seeing how the characters develop, as it seems inevitable that a
. As it is, they're basically trapped in this controlled, uniformed isolation, seemingly lacking a considerable amount of knowledge, particularly pertaining to the subtly discomforting nature of their world, thus creating an existence that's teetering on the edge of destruction.
I really enjoyed how a plethora of initially unknown and vague terminology, such as the
, were thrown into the narrative right at the beginning, since it adds a mysterious, yet intriguing element to the mix.
I particularly liked the moment when,
, effectively highlighting how difficult and somewhat painful this portion of the
. This moment benefited considerably by the very impressive use of rather quick edits.
Another one of my favorite scenes is when
, as this once tranquil moment was thrown into a particular chaos and momentary state of turmoil. The excellently dynamic animation allowed this sequence to really shine. The character designs look considerably better in motion, and are actually quite effective in portraying a subtle dichotomy between their relatively innocent exteriors and the seemingly bleak, strictly regulated world they inhabit.
The story is extremely intriguing, as it refrains from divulging too much initially, leaving much of the complexities involving this mysterious world to the speculative imagination. Of course, all of these hidden truths brilliantly foreshadow an unavoidably tragic future, thus constructing a very compelling tale.
The production qualities were thoroughly impressive all around. The direction is probably the best element, as it often elevated rather simple scenes, such as the
and the
, demonstrating a deftly skilled prowess with the visual aspect. This distinctly visual style of storytelling is very impressive, creating an aesthetic that is quite striking in it's diversity, highlighted especially in the fantastic use of coloring. Also, another great aspect of the production is the cinematography, which was understated, but highly effective.
The pacing was handled extremely well, occasionally weaving in significant flashbacks and intermittently cutting to other moments and conversations, while never faltering in it's execution. The tone throughout was consistently foreboding, as a darkly ominous atmosphere permeated the episode, never relinquishing it's tense grip even during the "lighter" moments. The music is quite excellent and suitably haunting, as it really illuminates the eerie ambiance and emotional significance of several sequences. As such, the ED was pretty great, since the song blends quite well with the tone of the rest of the episode.
All in all, this was a highly impressive and thoroughly interesting start to the most promising show of the season.
This was a terrific, brilliantly stylistic episode that served as a great introduction into this strange, unsettling tale, as it immediately immerses the viewers into the bizarre nature of their world. Although this episode contained a rather lengthy amount of informative exposition and world-building, it was woven into the story very well, never slipping into an uninteresting lull.
The opening sequence was incredible. Firstly, we're temporarily shown the
phenomenon that permanently altered the course of their world, as a portion of humans suddenly acquire unique powers, and then proceed to slaughter the others, while then showcasing brief, gruesome flashes of the resulting carnage
Saki's continual perspective throughout the episode was a necessary viewpoint, as it created a masterfully depicted cohesion out of many disparate developments, never losing focus or dragging on a specific point for too long.
The dinner scene was terrific, as it allowed insight into Saki's emotions, contrasting the moments of veritable peace between her and her parents with the actual anger hidden beneath her due to the inter-woven sequence in which she overhears her parents revealing previously untold and horrifying truths. There seems to be an obvious separation between those who acquire magical abilities and those that are unfortunately left lacking in that area, and their true fate, although hinted at, is still partially obscured. It appears that awakening these abilities creates a sort of traversal into adulthood
The tale of the man crossing the holy barrier was amazingly animated and really interesting, but it seems very possible that his encountering of a fiend upon crossing the barrier is simply a fabrication endlessly recited to keep the children from leaving
holy barrier
secrets that surround them
Reiko
she had disappeared
I'm really looking forward to seeing how the characters develop, as it seems inevitable that a
significant darkness will befall them, tearing them out of their relative calm
I really enjoyed how a plethora of initially unknown and vague terminology, such as the
Copycats and Cantus
I particularly liked the moment when,
during the ritual, Saki's contained Cantus was pierced, and as the blood siphons out towards the papers edge, there's a momentary glimpse of her anguished expression
ritual must have been
Another one of my favorite scenes is when
Saki's abilities initially awaken
The story is extremely intriguing, as it refrains from divulging too much initially, leaving much of the complexities involving this mysterious world to the speculative imagination. Of course, all of these hidden truths brilliantly foreshadow an unavoidably tragic future, thus constructing a very compelling tale.
The production qualities were thoroughly impressive all around. The direction is probably the best element, as it often elevated rather simple scenes, such as the
introductory conversation
dinner scene
The pacing was handled extremely well, occasionally weaving in significant flashbacks and intermittently cutting to other moments and conversations, while never faltering in it's execution. The tone throughout was consistently foreboding, as a darkly ominous atmosphere permeated the episode, never relinquishing it's tense grip even during the "lighter" moments. The music is quite excellent and suitably haunting, as it really illuminates the eerie ambiance and emotional significance of several sequences. As such, the ED was pretty great, since the song blends quite well with the tone of the rest of the episode.
All in all, this was a highly impressive and thoroughly interesting start to the most promising show of the season.
That was certainly the impression I get, especially with the intellectual dishonesty of the
"You gave up your powers, that means you get to keep them!"
Ultimadrago
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I second this motion.
I think it was like 6800yen or 7800yen per volume. I got a bunch of figures and pencil boards, eyecatch cards, and other crap with it though. So yay.
Crash Station
Member
Medaka Box Abnormal is confirmed to be 12 episodes: http://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B009JTYPQ8/
Not surprising at all.
35 chapters in 12 episodes. At the very least, it will be fast-paced.
Thirded.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
I suppose as more and more people are able to tell stories in a variety of media, there really will be no new ideas.
I just wonder what the next big thing is. Louie is great, but no one watches that either. lol
I have no idea how that chart works... triangles and lines and arrows...!
I know each season had a finale. It's just that none of them are as iconic as a finale from 40 years ago. It could also be that there's just more TV so there's a lot more noise, but the idea of the cliffhanger went from something that was shocking to something that is mildly amusing/annoying.
I suppose she would hate K-On then. And damn, how can anyone like Nip/Tuck!
I have no idea what this means.
Ah, well, hope everything works out for you soon!
Scrapped Princess in the US wasnt exactly cheap either. At least not to get all the figurines.
In total I spent $45 per LE volume box and it was for 6 boxes. Almost 300 bucks including tax!
Is that like 60 pages an episode?
That's pretty expensive.
Crash Station
Member
Pretty much. With Nisio's verbal diarrhea, stuff might have to be trimmed, which is totally fine with me.
Which figures did the US release have? I doubt they could have had them all, since there were much fewer volumes...
an opening hook is basically a scene or event that hooks the audience and intrigues them about a show. It makes them come back for week two.
Good to know. I hope Gainax delivers with the fights. I'm only watching this because of you! I'm counting on the action!
i only paid like 60NZ for my scrapped princess box
well, i know the hook in rap music is what makes the track memorable, so I guess that translates to anime
Smile PreCure! 33
they've seen some shit
With eyes shaped like those, it's not likely they've seen anything.
hosannainexcelsis
Member
The lines with arrows indicate that
one character is in love with the one the arrow is pointing to
have sex together
Your heart will be warmed.
Man, the "action" of TNG really hasn't aged well, lol. Oh well, I still love it.
Well, the first two volumes came with huge figures about a foot tall. Pacifica and Raquel Casull. Then it went to smaller ones of Pacifica, Raquel, Shannon, two of Zefiris for some reason, and some blue haired girl I forgot the name of.
After a bit of research the other Zefiris lookalike is Arfi and the blue haired girl is Ciz.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Ah, for some reason I thought "hook" was "book". Maybe I need to get my eyes checked.
And like I said, I just think there are problems with using dramatic irony as a hook - in this type of fiction in particular.
Wow, complicated.
hosannainexcelsis
Member
Masaaki Yuasa has a new project - on Kickstarter.
Hahahahahahahahaha. I can't wait to hear pizzaroll's thoughts on this development!
Oh god lol. I was trying to skim this thread without posting since I have work to do (it's hard! This thread is going so fast compared to a week ago!), but I can't not post about this. I hope it succeeds.
Basileus777
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A Yuasa short film about a romance between a wrestler and a nun? Based off of Romeo and Juliet? This needs to get made.
Hellsing321
Member
$10,000 to have dinner with Oshii. Icarus get on that!
weird how the pre production style doesn't look much different from his finished pieces
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Movie Kickstarters are so weird. 15 dollars for the SD movie, 30 dollars for HD? I know you're not actually buying the movie, you're paying to support them, but it's just weird.
Tsuritama 01
Oh boy, this show guys. This freaking show. It has everything. It has an interesting premise and characters, the writing is hilarious and top notch, it's supremely well animated and it's short. This show is a dream come true.
To do an actual review, I loved everything about it. We get to see a great trio of mains who all bring something interesting to the table. We get an interesting set-up for a conflict and an original backdrop of fishing. Also, did I see that right? A
as a villain? I couldn't stop laughing. The animation is also really, really good. The colors and style they use really pop. They give it a great poppy soundtrack as well to keep it moving. So good.
Oh boy, this show guys. This freaking show. It has everything. It has an interesting premise and characters, the writing is hilarious and top notch, it's supremely well animated and it's short. This show is a dream come true.
To do an actual review, I loved everything about it. We get to see a great trio of mains who all bring something interesting to the table. We get an interesting set-up for a conflict and an original backdrop of fishing. Also, did I see that right? A
Duck
hosannainexcelsis
Member
It only gets better!
All I know is that with all of the complaints about how anime is creatively dead nowadays due to "moe" or whatever, this should be people's chance to actually make a difference without hiding behind things like import fees and not being in Japan. Hopefully people step up to the plate! It's their chance to put their money where their mouth is.
(I won't though because I like the "safe" anime.)
(I won't though because I like the "safe" anime.
)Good news is that the writing continues to build up the characters while delivering a satisfying ramp-up and conclusion. One of the best this year. It's almost like the folks working on it knew how to tell a story.
All I know is that with all of the complaints about how anime is creatively dead nowadays due to "moe" or whatever, this should be people's chance to actually make a difference without hiding behind things like import fees and not being in Japan. Hopefully people step up to the plate! It's their chance to put their money where their mouth is.
(I won't though because I like the "safe" anime.
I like my boring high school moé anime :T
First episode was definitely the most impactful with its style, before you get used to it
Haru is still one of the more annoying characters in recent times
Let's assume that people don't have time to watch every show in the world, because they usually don't. In that case, you are competing with other forms of entertainment for people's time. This means that how you open a show is vital, because it's in the first few moments that you can make or break your audience. So it's usually advisable to try and "hook" viewers with a scene that's exciting, and that relates to main themes and tone of the show.
I like the idea that an opening is a promise to the viewers. You promise what you want them to expect, and you're expected to deliver on those promises.
An interesting example of this is TTGL. It opens with a bombastic scene that really has no actual relation to the rest of the show, but does an excellent job of portraying the style the rest of the show follows.
gashikunFLCL
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