Much has been said about this show already and it's merit as an anime show. However, while anime is usually constructed as periodic pure entertainment this show trancends not only that format in terms of writing but most regular tv shows as well. The way the whole mystery is constructed impeccably from start to finish, always answering one question while raising two new ones is testament to true genius. Many have attempted it ("Lost", few have really achieved it, leaving the viewer dissatisfied.
But the greatest achievement of his series is probably to draw a horror and fantasy crowd in and subvert all expections with a theme about the human tragedy of war and the neverending circle of violence. Yes, at its heart "Attack on Titan" (which should really be called "The Attack Titan" since that other translation makes little sense) is about human nature and suffering and how there's really no escape in this life. The only way is forward, to go with the flow and make the best of every situation. Right and wrong are merely a matter of perspective and several shifts of perspective are masterfully executed throughout the series.
If you think youself you cannot be manipulated in your beliefs, here you will be thoroughly educated. Let's just hope that the greatest manipulators will use their skills for storytelling and not worse.
But the greatest achievement of his series is probably to draw a horror and fantasy crowd in and subvert all expections with a theme about the human tragedy of war and the neverending circle of violence. Yes, at its heart "Attack on Titan" (which should really be called "The Attack Titan" since that other translation makes little sense) is about human nature and suffering and how there's really no escape in this life. The only way is forward, to go with the flow and make the best of every situation. Right and wrong are merely a matter of perspective and several shifts of perspective are masterfully executed throughout the series.
If you think youself you cannot be manipulated in your beliefs, here you will be thoroughly educated. Let's just hope that the greatest manipulators will use their skills for storytelling and not worse.