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Thứ Năm, 6 tháng 2, 2014

Finding The Right Anime Video Review

By Jayne Rutledge


Japanese animation is a diverse and fascinating genre. As with the printed illustrated manga in Japan it is accepted that animation is just another medium. Therefore there is an enormous range of stories to choose from. For the new viewer this can feel overwhelming and this is where choosing the right anime video review can help.

This type of video review show is also good for people who are relatively new to the genre. It helps to have someone give an opinion on the various titles that are out there. Some will focus on new releases while others may offer a broader range or focus purely on the classic titles in order to educate people about them.

Ironically it is Western culture that is now more and more influenced by the Japanese style. More Western cartoons are using bold freeze frames and moments where faces contorted in odd expressions. It is arguable that the emoticon used in internet chat rooms has its roots in the bizarre facial expressions of some Japanese cartoon characters.

However it is wrong to suggest there is one singular anime style. For example the bright and bold colours that characterize the work of Studio Ghibli are completely different from the dark and dystopian style of Akira. In both cases these are seminal works that are often heralded as fine examples of Japanese cinema.

By contrast the work of Hayao Miyasaki is closer to Disney. Each frame is hand painted by the man himself. This creates a world of bright colours and gives it a look that is visually very distinct. However this should not be mistaken for cuteness as films such as Graveyard of the Fireflies and Princess Mononoke also have a fair amount of depth and do not shy away from controversial topics.

The presentation can vary as well. Some will be relatively straightforward and focus purely on reviewing the title. Often these will be hosted by one person who will guide you through the plot and characters before finally delivering their verdict on whether they thought the film or TV show was good or bad.

In some cases this may be one single reviewer giving their opinion. Others may involve a round table of experts and each one gives their views. Some may be more comical and poke fun at the genre. A lot of established film review websites will also often have their own dedicated anime sections. What you choose largely depends on your experience of the genre and whether or not you want to know more information or be entertained by the show.

When choosing an anime video review show it helps to find out what other people think. Go on specialist forums and ask what people there would recommend. You should also consider while watching a show whether or not it is aimed at you and whether you agree with the reviewer. Watching a few will help you find one that is most attuned to you and your needs.




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