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Yakitori: Soldiers of Misfortune (2023)
Watch original language with subs
Lots of folks complaining about the dialogue but feel like that's generated more for the dubs. Animation wise was actually impressed. Finally a pretty great blend of 2D/3D and rotoscope. Reminds me of starship troopers in the theme, although earth is looked down upon and humans are just cannon fodder - hence the name "Yakitori." The solders are sent and served to the enemy to be grilled.
I feel like this may have done better if the animation was 60fps or blended the in-between animation frames.
The squad it follows are a bit unique in where they come from, typical misfits that start to break expectations in their own way. Recommend it, excited to see where it goes. Interested in the novel it's based off on.
Cowboy Bebop (2021)
Enjoyed it much more than I thought I would
Having seen the original show and movie, I do have to say I'm more pleased with this adaptation than I thought I would be. The critics and rabid fans have bashed it, but the team that put this together did it respectfully and were able to make it feel like it IS Cowboy Bebop.
I do have a few gripes in regards to the mystery that was Spike in the originals vs his back story laid bare in the Live version. I think we could have waited for a few characters to appear until a hopeful season 2.
The Last of Us: Part II (2020)
Really enjoyed the sequel
I thought the narrative beats were perfect. Playing through both part 1 and 2 back to back, everything was considered in writing part 2. The little details and nods to the first journey really carried over well if you stop and look and listen during your journey in pt 2. The narrative flip in part 2 after playing through part one makes It feel totally justified. Plus all the improvements a video game sequel should bring, Better graphics, ai, and streamlined combat makes this a must have for PlayStation