chii’s Anime Snack of the Week: Secret Santa! Glass Mask

For my Reverse Thieves Secret Santa I was given Glass Mask. Being the way I am I wanted to watch it all. So that includes this OVA. I could have certainly lived without viewing this... I don't like plays, I don't care about actors and actress trying to make it big, nor the turmoil they face everyday battling against each other. *shakes her fist at her evil Secret Santa for suggesting this*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Positive Points

• It's a good taste tester to see if you'll enjoy the series
• If you like the entertainment business a lot it should please
• Great if you have already seen the 1984 version and want a refresher

Negative Points

• Brings nothing new to the table
• Boring if you can't get into the characters
• Feels rushed
• If you don't care about the entertainment business the show will be boring

Why chii thinks you should watch it

It's good as a recap ova if you've seen the first series way back in the early 80s. Or it's good if you would like to see if you want to sit through the 51 episode remake made in 2005 if you haven't seen the old one. Otherwise I don't really have much to say about this ova. It was kinda torturesome of me to watch it right after my viewing of the 80s version. I felt like I was re-watching it only with a slightly better look. I only enjoyed one character, Masumi, because I liked his teasing of the main character Maya. If you like seeing the blood, sweat, and tears that actress go through to make it big while tearing through rivals and everything that stands in their way, this show is for you.

Further reactions to this OVA:

MAL User Review

chii’s Anime Snack of the Week: Redline

Redline was/is the most anticipated film for fans to sink their teeth into as soon as possible. Especially since it was being produced by MADHOUSE for 7 years, that is definitely enough to ring up a little bit of hype. I'm glad to say Redline doesn't disappoint! If you haven't watched this movie yet I encourage you to do so. Sit back and enjoy the ride.

Positive Points

• Eye AND ear candy, amazing visuals and a pumping soundtrack
• Fast paced while racing and keeps you on the edge of your seat
• Delightful setting where the characters really shine
• Seriously EYE/EAR CANDY!

Negative Points

• Might not be your thing if you aren't interested or tolerable about racing
• The "plot" is very jumbled and hard to figure out what's going on

Why chii thinks you should watch it

If you love characters that push their limits doing what they love this movie is for you. Both JP and Sonoshee have a burning passion for racing and it shows greatly. Sure this movie mostly focuses on racing but in these races ANYTHING goes. So that means lots of dirty tricks are always in the works. We get so many explosions in this movie it's completely awesome. Sometimes you could wonder "Well... They could have done something different here..." Or "I wish this was explained better." But all of that melts away when your eyes take over, shut your brain off and just make you watch. I know my brain was shut off in the first 3 minutes upon starting the film. Thinking too much about what you are hearing and seeing are not needed while watching Redline at all. I do think it is more enjoyed if you sit back and just watch. Do check out Trava - Fist Planet for more adventures in this awesome world that MADHOUSE seems to love to explore.

Further reactions to this MOVIE:

That Other Thing That Impressed Me About Redline

Redline’s Damn Romantic

The Pure, Savage Fury Of REDLINE

Redline: Beyond human limits

Redline Review

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Redline

Oral Sex in Redline: Delicious, Plump Lips

Anime-Planet User Review Redline

chii’s Anime Snack of the Week: One Pound Gospel

With the passing earlier this week of Dezaki Osamu, I figured it would be nice to feature one of his works. One Pound Gospel is a not very well known title but you should watch it because it is fun. I hope you like boxing or can at least appreciate a good story about it.

Positive Points

• It's got a nun in it
• Pretty funny considering it's about boxing
• The drama that unfolds hits the right spots
• Will probably make you want to watch more boxing anime to see how great they can be

Negative Points

• If you aren't a fan of boxing you may be bored
• Visually it's ok but has annoying lighting
• Might leave you wanting something a little more substantial

Why chii thinks you should watch it

Pay tribute to one of the best anime directors of course! With such amazing titles under his belt like Lupin III specials, Ashita no Joe, and my personal favourite Rose of Versailles, how can you not want to check out an awesome one shot ova like One Pound Gospel. It's a fun story about hard work and determination even if the hero has to be pushed all the way through it. The nun was actually a great pairing with a boxer kid that just didn't care about anything. RIP Dezaki Osamu, you'll be missed.

Further reactions to this OVA:

One Pound Gospel AnimePlanet Review

THEM Anime Reviews One Pound Gospel

chii’s Anime Snack of the Week: Omae Umasou da na Movie

Heart, when he was an egg, was rescued by a plant eater so he grew up as one too. Omae Umasou da na follows Hearts struggle with growing up in a different world than he was meant for.

Positive Points

• It's about dinosaurs
• It's about friendship
• It's about trust and understanding
• It's about how strange families come to be
• It's about DINOSAURS!!!!!!

Negative Points

• Pffft NONE!

Why chii thinks you should watch it

Watch the short series first then sink your teeth into this wonderful dinosaur movie. The series is a strange condensed adorable version of the movie and it doesn't flow as well as the movie does so that's why I suggest watching it first. It's also fun to match up where the shorts fit into the movie. Omae Umasou da na will make your heart tingle with joy about how understanding the world can be. Heart is an amazing kick ass dinosaur and he isn't afraid to follow his heart. This movie is basically the Japanese version of The Land Before Time series. Especially movie 2 so it brought back a lot of childhood memories for me. Dinosaurs seriously kick so much ass and there needs to be more stories/anime made about them! GO WATCH THIS MOVIE NOW! Safe to watch with your kids too!

Further reactions to Umasou:

You Are Umasou: No Objectionable Content

365 Days of Anime Characters: Day 326/365 Tyrannosaurus

chii’s Anime Snack of the Week: King of Thorn

"Medusa" is a mysterious illness which causes the body to petrify shortly after infection has suddenly broken out among the world. King of Thorn follows 160 chosen people who will be frozen until a cure could be found. Time passes and many of them wake up in a terrifying world filled with mysterious huge monsters that want nothing more than to make them dinner. It's time to escape the research center's underground and make it to the surface to see just what the world has become. Survival of the fittest.

Positive Points

• Beautiful
• Action packed
• Interesting enough story about a pandemic
• Great characters

Negative Points

• The end seemed rushed to explain what happened

Why chii thinks you should watch it

If you love action and strange adventure where you aren't quite sure what's going on all the time this movie is for you. The characters are quite lovely as well. I love stories where pandemics have occurred and if you do too this one shall be a great treat to watch. It's not a zombie movie either. The movie is simply beautiful to look at. It was pretty hard for me to look away from it because of how awesome it looked. I'll be checking out the manga as I've heard that it is even better than the movie. (which people always say about manga but ehh)

Further reactions to this OVA:

King of Thorn Review - 85/100

King of Thorn

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