Friday, January 17, 2014

Winter 2014 First Impressions Part One: Shows I L❤VE!



Wake Up, Girls!

I've never really gotten into an idol show, and when I heard there was going to be a movie and a show released at the same time, it seemed kind of tedious. Boy am I glad I gave it a shot though! This show is awesome. The music is great. The grittiness is great, the characters are great. The art is brilliant. This could be my favorite show of the season if it stays as good as it has been, having now seen the movie, and the first two episodes.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!


Space☆Dandy

Space☆Dandy
 I freaking L❤VE Space☆Dandy! Part Lupin III IN SPACE, part Super Milk Chan, and part PURE AWESOME, this show is revolutionary in that it's the first anime to ever have English dubs released at the same time as it airs in Japan. They chose a hell of a show to try this little experiment on, and after watching the first two episodes, I'm already a big fan. It's tongue in cheek, it's hand on ass, and it's no-holes-barred funny. I haven't actually seen the dubs yet, but I figure I'll give them a shot eventually.

Highly recommended.




Hoozuki no Reitetsu

Hoozuki no Reitetsu
 This show has taken me off guard. I wasn't expecting much going in, but it's been fun as hell so far, and the artwork is insane. Nothing ground-breaking, but it sure seems to have the potential to be a fun to watch, funny show. If you like really fluid animation and dark comedy this should be right up your alley.


Recommended.






Nisekoi

Nisekoi
I have a confession to make. I freaking L❤VE Studio SHAFT! I've yet to see a show put out by them that wasn't at least an 8/10 in my book. I even really like some of the SHAFT shows that aren't as appreciated. So, obviously I was excited to catch this one, and so far, it has not been a let down. The art is pure SHAFT, the characters are interesting, the plot is interesting, and overall it's just really fun to watch.

Highly Recommended.



  Sekai Seifuku: Bouryaku no Zvezda

I don't seem them praised all that often, but I've come to find that A1 Pictures is a solid anime studio, that is fairly reliable about putting out quality shows. This is no exception. I've only watched the first episode but I already am intrigued, want to know more, and am anxious to see the next episode. This seems like it will be a good mix of comedy, action and mystery. Also a loli who takes over the world. What's not to love?

Highly Recommended.








Sakura Trick

Sakura Trick
Love them or hate them, Studio DEEN can sure put out some special shows. After the complete freak out a few seasons back over the DEEN Rozen Maiden relaunch, and the highly enjoyable show that rocked everyone's expectations, I decided I should give this bizarre Yuri show a shot. And yes, it's dumb, it's nothing too original, and it'll make you feel dirty watching it, but it sure has a lot of charm, and is entertaining. If you're looking for something ecchi to watch this season and don't want to be completely bored, give this a shot.

Somewhat Recommended.

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