Back to Gunfarne's Profile Gunfarne's Profile

Lets start by saying that I watched this show for its status as one of the most classic shows in the anime industry. It is not for everyone, but when you really commit to it, it become a very special experience. To see the journey of Tetsurou and Maetal through countless planets and explore so many wild concepts that it becomes a cooking pot where you don't even know what you are tasting anymore. To have the message of having humanity only when you are made of real flesh and blood but if you become a machine you lose that humanity, becoming a monster. It ... tells you to value your heart, be kind and understanding but still have street smarts when it comes to navigating life. Its corny and sometimes a little embarrassing, but it also has such a genuine soul to it. I won't say its a perfect show, far from it. But it was truly enjoyable despite that fact. I recommend it if you want to experience something very genuine with flaws that can also be seen as strengths.

PS, 6 and above means I enjoyed it.

This anime is an absolute joy to watch. The story is simple but extremely effective in its execution. Anne is a wonderful character to watch grow and it makes your heart warm with her innocence and wit. It is a near perfect or possibly even perfect slice of life anime that has ever been made in my opinion. The reason of my praise is easier to understand if I compare it to other top quality slice of life anime such as Aria the animation.

Lets start with the setting and tone of the show. Akage no Anne is set in Canada in Prince Edward Island, while ... Aria is set in Neo Venezia, a city in planet Aqua that was originally Mars. Essentially a replica of Venice. Akage no Anne starts off on a sad note with Anne being sent wrongly to the Cuthbert family when they were originally adopting a boy to help with farm work, but they eventually accept her and her life starts at Green Gables. Aria has no such struggle at the beginning. It simply is happy and relaxing right at the start. Which isn't a bad thing but it immediately sets the general tone of the show. What I mean is that it will be an relaxing ride all the way through. Akage no Anne however sets up a story of growth for the young girl and your understanding that it will have some very human ups and downs in for Anne in her life. This create a compelling story to follow. Now essentially there is not much else to say for Aria because the show simply is a top quality relaxing ride in a boat with moments of supernatural events.

Now Anne has had a difficult life leading up to her arrival to Green Gables and she simple wants to be her own person that can decide how she wants to live. Her overactive imagination reflects her yearning for a sense of stability and freedom compared to her past. She starts naming the fresh new places she passes by and starts to get familiar with her new surroundings and the people around her. Of course she starts with her new parents, Matthew and Marilla, Then she meets her best friend and classmate Diana and more. All the characters that we meet merged together to creates a beautiful story of family, friendship, and love. Truly a great series to watch and definitely recommended.