A couple of anime reviews
1. Death Note (suspense, psychological)
I'm a year late but this show is a wonderful ride! Gripping, edge-of-the-seat suspense since I was totally unspoiled. Fantastic soundtrack too! No surprises that I love L. And Light too. That was surprising to me. But they've got such brilliant minds, one just can't help it. Can't say too much without giving away the plot but this is a definite must-watch!
2. Monster (drama, suspense, psychological)
This is one of the most complex and darkest piece of work I've ever seen on anime. It's an exploration of humanity at its best and worst. Wonderful art, animation (fantastic opening and ending themes) and the most masterful story-telling ever. It's a journey that is at times difficult to continue. The kind that is subtly agonizing but so intriguing and provocative, with tiny rays of optimism interspersed seamlessly that you just can't help watching, though you know it'll break your heart eventually. I don't think I can watch this again anytime soon. The hurt lingers on in your heart after the wound has disappeared, leaving a poignant memory of remembered pain. Words cannot described this labour of love from the author and animators. It's a long 74 episodes but every one is well worth the time.
I'm a year late but this show is a wonderful ride! Gripping, edge-of-the-seat suspense since I was totally unspoiled. Fantastic soundtrack too! No surprises that I love L. And Light too. That was surprising to me. But they've got such brilliant minds, one just can't help it. Can't say too much without giving away the plot but this is a definite must-watch!
2. Monster (drama, suspense, psychological)
This is one of the most complex and darkest piece of work I've ever seen on anime. It's an exploration of humanity at its best and worst. Wonderful art, animation (fantastic opening and ending themes) and the most masterful story-telling ever. It's a journey that is at times difficult to continue. The kind that is subtly agonizing but so intriguing and provocative, with tiny rays of optimism interspersed seamlessly that you just can't help watching, though you know it'll break your heart eventually. I don't think I can watch this again anytime soon. The hurt lingers on in your heart after the wound has disappeared, leaving a poignant memory of remembered pain. Words cannot described this labour of love from the author and animators. It's a long 74 episodes but every one is well worth the time.