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Summer Anime 2017 |OT| More streaming services than shows to watch
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I usually see such angles during scenes where they intend to invoke an uncomfortable feeling. Unless it wasn't the case for that scene.
PdotMichael
Banned
A-1 is a glorified temp office, this is not like KyoAni or Shaft which operate with the same in-house or circle of creative staff.
Well, we can't blame them for Xenoglossia
Well, we can't blame them for Xenoglossia
The show's most glaring flaw is how poorly the non-wresting parts can be handled.
PdotMichael
Banned
You should agree with me more often then you wouldn't fall for the same Bones traps every time.
Yea but those shots seem really peculiar to pick for little to no reason.
With that I'll have to cancel the Autumn Anime Thread.
Enjoy the seasonal break and join us again in Winter.
MikeHattsu
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The good old days of 2 years ago?
THE iDOLM@STER: Cinderella Girls 06
Rankings: 1. Uzuki; 2. Rin▲; 3. Mika; 4. Anastasia▼; 5. Chihiro▲; 6. Kirari; 7. Ranko; 8. Miku; 9. Chieri; 10. Producer; 11. Riina; 12. Rika; 13. Minami▼; 14. Miria; 15. Kanako▼
Benched: Anzu, Nana, Akane, Miho, Mizuki, Mayu, and Trainer(s)
Banned: Mio
Wasn't Uzuki their unit leader? Mio as the leader actually makes sense, but that responsibility unfortunately contributed to her own disappointment. I didn't think her ego was so fragile. The producer was right in his response, but it lacked tact. Neither one was seeing the situation from more than a personal perspective, but Mio is the inexperienced adolescent here.
Here is the episode in four key images. The fractured heel represents Mio's descent from fantasy, and it foreshadows her return at the same time. Despite the excessive transparency, it was still the finest entry in the series since episodes one and three.
Here is the episode in four key images. The fractured heel represents Mio's descent from fantasy, and it foreshadows her return at the same time. Despite the excessive transparency, it was still the finest entry in the series since episodes one and three.
Rankings: 1. Uzuki; 2. Rin▲; 3. Mika; 4. Anastasia▼; 5. Chihiro▲; 6. Kirari; 7. Ranko; 8. Miku; 9. Chieri; 10. Producer; 11. Riina; 12. Rika; 13. Minami▼; 14. Miria; 15. Kanako▼
Benched: Anzu, Nana, Akane, Miho, Mizuki, Mayu, and Trainer(s)
Banned: Mio
Comiket was pretty crazy, I'm completely exhausted! Didn't actually end up getting very much stuff, since the one bit of Astolfo merch I wanted (I think it was an AC adapter) was sold out when I got there. Maybe it'll be back on another day? I've never been in such a busy place in my entire life...
MikeHattsu
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MikeHattsu
Member
Oh, that's a Sunday! I should be able to make it.
Post in the thread and I'll add you to the maybe list!
I really appreciate being condescended to like that.
PdotMichael
Banned
Why wasting time with making a best girl list for CG if only Rin, Kaede and Anatasia are relevant anyway?
Now that Pop Team Epic was delayed, Winter is really the one season to look forward:
Violet Evergarden PV2
Violet Evergarden PV2
Hey man you're just not a super smart, analytical critic! Loooooooool. 😉🤔😒🙄🤣
Name me one interesting thing about Rin.
SliceSabre
Banned
Turin Turambar
Member
Escaflowne
Dropped around episode 8 or 9.
It's a strange series, like they were trying to make a mech series but attracting a more shojo audience, so they put Hitomi as protagonist, more focus on romance, and if you think about it, they also used a fantasy world to the setting, which is more shojo-friendly (so you have big robots driven by magic rocks and fighting with swords instead of big robots fighting with explosive rounds and lasers).
But Hitomi is a so uninteresting character. She has almost no agency, and it's more the type of character that exists for deus ex machina moments thanks to her powers, to have a outsider/audience perspective and for romantic purposes; she is more a follower of other characters.
The bad guys are not interesting, nor their plans. I can only theorize as I didn't reach far enough, but I have the vague idea that Folken's justification for the Empire conquests and actions seems to be to want to unify all humanity in one Empire so there won't be wars between nations. Which isn't very original.
Speaking of not originality, he has a Darth Vader thing going on, being good before and wanting for his brother to join him in the Empire. He even has also an Emperor figure above him.
Plot wise, it has lots of weak moments, with writing taken from D&D Game of Thrones school of writing. For example, they used basically 'a dozen of good men' to infiltrate the Empire Fortress (many times bigger than theirs), contain the enemy, search and rescue Van, and escape without being followed.
And romance wise is ughh. Hitomi has zero chemistry with all the characters, both Allen and Van. It's all handled in a very pedestrian and clumsy way, with mediocre direction signalling the development in an obvious way, without no hints of subtlety.
Dropped around episode 8 or 9.
It's a strange series, like they were trying to make a mech series but attracting a more shojo audience, so they put Hitomi as protagonist, more focus on romance, and if you think about it, they also used a fantasy world to the setting, which is more shojo-friendly (so you have big robots driven by magic rocks and fighting with swords instead of big robots fighting with explosive rounds and lasers).
But Hitomi is a so uninteresting character. She has almost no agency, and it's more the type of character that exists for deus ex machina moments thanks to her powers, to have a outsider/audience perspective and for romantic purposes; she is more a follower of other characters.
The bad guys are not interesting, nor their plans. I can only theorize as I didn't reach far enough, but I have the vague idea that Folken's justification for the Empire conquests and actions seems to be to want to unify all humanity in one Empire so there won't be wars between nations. Which isn't very original.
Speaking of not originality, he has a Darth Vader thing going on, being good before and wanting for his brother to join him in the Empire. He even has also an Emperor figure above him.
Plot wise, it has lots of weak moments, with writing taken from D&D Game of Thrones school of writing. For example, they used basically 'a dozen of good men' to infiltrate the Empire Fortress (many times bigger than theirs), contain the enemy, search and rescue Van, and escape without being followed.
And romance wise is ughh. Hitomi has zero chemistry with all the characters, both Allen and Van. It's all handled in a very pedestrian and clumsy way, with mediocre direction signalling the development in an obvious way, without no hints of subtlety.
Here are my impressions of episode three. I failed to mention that the character animation was exceptional, especially the hair. The characters' nerves leading up to the concert were thoroughly conveyed with an uplifting climax. There was good use of silent slow motion, but my one complaint would have to be the unattractive stage lighting.
Foreshadowing?
It begins.
Lily Tomlin said:
AquaWateria
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I swear KyoAni has this sameface thing going on with their character designs lol. Not that its a bad thing, but they always have the same familiar face with their characters from most of their anime.
Searched for a general anime thread but I couldn't find one.
Was messing around on the guitar and played a few notes that seemed to remind me of a song I heard years ago in an anime.
But can't figure out what it was. May have been an ED theme possibly with a female singer.
Also could very well have been in an advert for shoes, haha.
Does it ring any bells Anime-GAF?
https://clyp.it/5mnaivnk
Was messing around on the guitar and played a few notes that seemed to remind me of a song I heard years ago in an anime.
But can't figure out what it was. May have been an ED theme possibly with a female singer.
Also could very well have been in an advert for shoes, haha.
Does it ring any bells Anime-GAF?
https://clyp.it/5mnaivnk
Cornbread78
Member
Well, your in luck, this IS the "general" anime thread!
In regards to the tube, well, sounds like a mix between SAO or Anohana, lol.
PdotMichael
Banned
Looking at me like I'm walking trash.
Scrooge McDuck
Member
I mean, these "good old days" were from the same era as Sword Art Online, you know?
Maybe it's simply an animation studio that has ups and downs?
AquaWateria
Member
Lol people do not realize all Animation studios make terrible anime, but they also make really great ones. Calling an animation studio trash because they adapt light novels, but do not consider the great anime they make is ridiculous.
Some people see Madhouse as the holy grail of animation studios because everything they make turns to gold. Yet they do not consider that they have made one of the worst if not worst anime called Magical Warfare. They have their share of terrible anime as well. Heck even KyoAni have made terrible anime as well.
Yes A-1 have made terrible anime like any other studio, but they have also made some really good ones. Plus people really need to look at the staff rather than the studio itself.
Edit: Also Digibro has a huge hateboner for A-1 which I do not understand why.
Cornbread78
Member
I wonder how much money A-1 made from SAO?
Hmm, I think they did pretty damn good for theselves and I'm sure they could give 2 shits about what you haters think about SAO.
Hmm, I think they did pretty damn good for theselves and I'm sure they could give 2 shits about what you haters think about SAO.
tee hee hee
it gets clicks
Crimson_Echidna
Banned
Relationship Misunderstanding Chart of Gamers!, courtesy of r/anime:
Infinite_Respawn
Member
I find it funny how people think a studio as large as A-1 Pictures has no talented individuals working there. Regardless of the content they adapt, it's clear from watching a fair share of their stuff made in the last few years that they must employ a lot of skilled artists and producers to keep such a consistent level of quality considering the amount of content they produce in any given year. They may not be among my favorite studios in terms of their output, but I can't help but marvel at their management.
Surely no one thought otherwise.
enfieldvball
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I really liked Escaflowne when I first watched it way back then but attempting to go back and re watch it now I'd probably do the same as you and drop it. It hasn't aged very well.
AquaWateria
Member
You would be surprised by a lot of dedicated KyoAni fans.
Yep, the build up and climax were really well done, the episode stands apart from the rest in season 1.
I can understand the intolerance towards Mio but she has a pretty decent development in season 2. Hell, a lot of characters had great moments in that season, just getting excited thinking about it.
PdotMichael
Banned
Name me an anime with a higher density of misunderstandings! Gamers is a true masterpiece.
Though I watch it only for the Tendou bullying.
Dedication Through Light
Member
How could you drop it so early, it was so good later on.
I thought they were supposed to make the viewer baffled and dislike Hitomi for going after Allen when Vann is clearly the better choice.
Crimson_Echidna
Banned
I feel bad for Uehara in all of this, because he flat out, directly told his girlfriend what was going on and she continues to think he's lying anyway lol
Today is the day to start watching the 1973 Casshan. I've seen the newer adaptations, so it's about time I saw the original.
Your Lie in April.
Your Lie in April.
PdotMichael
Banned
Art direction is quite the letdown imo. Looks now like a typical KyoAni's mass produced anime, competent but somehow pretty boring.
This is perfect LN writing. It's like Greek gods are playing with a bunch of Japanese high schoolers.
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