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This is a review on the anime/manga “Shingeki no Kyojin” also known as “Attack on Titan”. So let me start by saying that before I even started watching it I caught glimpse of some scenes that I either saw on memes or AMVs. At first I was stubborn and didn’t want to watch it since I was not interested it its theme which is of course humans trying to fight in order to regain their territory from a profound menace, the Titans.
SPOILERS FROM EPISODE 1(if you are new to this anime please check out the first episode)
At first I didn’t like many things about the anime such as the era, the way that Titans were depicted and the fact that it was focused on battle and even had a special developed gear. But then Evalinna pointed out that I should see it. We were talking about new anime and she said, you should definitely see Shingeki no Kyojin. At first I declined saying I was not interested but then realization hit me. I said to myself “You have nothing to lose.” And so I pushed the “play” button on my screen and it happened.
From the first scene my mouth fell open for a couple of seconds. You see there are a couple of things this anime has which make it really intriguing and original. This anime or rather those who worked on it , really know how to use the elements of surprise and contradiction.
First you have two kids on a field full of flowers living another day of their lives under the sun, then out of nowhere lightning strikes and a Titan appears which is the worst thing that could happen and also unexpected since Titans didn’t appear for a hundred years. With no boring scenes and useless dialogues, it gives the viewer the feeling of fear and suddenly they are filled with adrenaline as they watch humanity being in danger. So first you have the image of total peace, a sense of routine and then you face true fear and death.
Titans are depicted as cruel creatures that kill humans in many cruel ways and at that point the anime captivates me. You see it is at that moment when I start thinking that this is not fair and that I hope for the main hero to fight back. That is until I see his mother being devoured by a grinning Titan which I’ve come to hate. The depiction of loss and anger throughout the beginning is very important because it transmits the same feelings to the viewer who wants to see humanity win against this enemy. This is the part that defines the anime. It made the fans feel that for the first time no matter their differences humans could unite in order to defeat the common enemy and I have to say I love that feeling.
Another great asset to this anime is the soundtrack. From the opening theme to the ending titles there are songs that give you the feelings that image alone can’t such as anger, fear, awe. They make the tragedy more tragic, the fear stronger and also the fight scenes more intense!
Finally, an anime that depicts hope as a form of survival and will as a form of strength. I have seen this before in anime but here it is even stronger seeing as you get a taste of the power of the Recon troops and I learned my lesson and started appreciating the 3D maneuver gear. It is really genius and I like the scenes where you can see them using it! I love gadgets!
All in all this is a general review of the anime, I’ve finished it and I can’t wait until season II!!!
I am so excited!
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