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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022)
Nice visuals and music, but...
The show really isn't that great.
First, you have to be acquainted with the game to even know what it is about. Dialogues as they are in-game are confusing even to me who actually played it.
Second, the story is there somewhere, but the directing is terrible and rushed. Watched the whole show, and I am not sure what it is about.
The atmosphere is spot-on, the action is great, the characters are appealing.
I would recommend it only to hardcore game fans as an additional material to the lore. For the "outside" viewers there is really nothing interesting/engaging, because they didn't bother to make a proper introduction to the world of Cyberpunk.
Most of the anime movies/shows I've watched were pretty good introducing the viewer to the story, and without the typical "western" overexplaining. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is definitely not one of those.
I get an impression I'd like the see these characters in a better show. I don't regret watching it, I like the genre generally, but as stated at the beginning, it really isn't a great show.
Pantheon (2022)
Looking good for now
Intriguing and emotional story, and they didn't get "too deep" into the mystery. To explain - many shows go too deep from the very beginning and then either become ridiculous and overdone, or cancelled (think "Lost"). SO far this show has the right balance of reality and fantasy, so it has capacity for a meaningful ending.
The animation is good, the atmosphere is spot on, and the soundtrack is great.
Although it is animated, it is not a kids show (many themes and scenes are not very suitable for younger audience).
If it is kept in one or two seasons, it will become classic.
I recommend it to sci fi audience.
Update - after the struggle with season 2 release, we finally are able to see the ending of the show. As I wished, it was finished after season 2, and magnificently!
My sincerest recommendation, this is not something anyone should miss!
Ryû to sobakasu no hime (2021)
A beautiful movie
A wonderful story about growing up and facing your demons. Also about the relations and what's important in life.
The animation is beautiful, and the music is great. The story is captivating.
The one thing I would criticize are "rip-offs" of certain scenes from Disney's Beauty and the Beast - this cartoon could totally do without them.
The reference in the name and the design of the dragon were enough.
Belle is a completely different story, covering completely different subjects, much more sensitive and subtle.
Definitely a recommendation.
Vivo (2021)
Fantastic and warm
Excellent movie, haven't seen a cartoon this great in a long time.
Great animation, fantastic characters, heart warming story, and an excellent music.
A treat for the whole family!
Kaizoku oujo (2021)
Great adventure show
Saw the first four episodes, and must say I'm hooked. Great animation, wonderful and atmospheric scenery, and a good pace of introducing characters.
I definitely recommend this one to the fans of the sea adventure tales.