Choosing An Anime Video Review Show

By Jayne Rutledge


There is lot of Japanese animation out there. It ranges from long running TV shows such as Dragon Ball to films as diverse as Spirited Away, Akira and Ghost in The Shell. Choosing the right one you want to watch can be difficult, particularly if you are relatively new to the genre. Therefore it helps to choose the right anime video review.

The term anime is simply the shortened form of the word animation. The distinct Japanese style originated around World War 2. This was the time when American soldiers came to Japan with American comic books and cartoons. This would then go on to influence subsequent animations in Japan.

It is a mistake to categorise Japanese animation as one particular thing. There are numerous conventions associated with the genre. For example they often tend to use dramatic freeze frames or limited movement. In a change from Western animation the dialogue is usually recorded after the animation has been completed and this often adds additional urgency.

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.

Anime can also apply to TV shows. This is often associated with collecting shows such as Pokemon or Yugioh. It is easy to be cynical and suggest these shows are designed to cash in. However a fair retort is to argue that many Western cartoons such as Transformers have a similar tendency to push merchandise. In both cases the shows often have more layers than a casual viewer may think.

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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