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First Impressions
First Impressions – Vinland Saga
gobsmacked
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adjectiveinformal•British
adjective: gobsmacked; adjective: gob-smacked
utterly astonished; astounded. Read more
First Impressions – Dr. Stone
This is a series that requires a larger than normal suspension of disbelief, even for a shounen sci-fi. Read more
First Impressions – Enen no Shouboutai
It seems to me that to an unusual degree, the buzz around this adaptation is more about the anime itself than the manga it’s based on. Read more
First Impressions (Updated)- Araburu Kisetsu no Otome-domo yo.
Whatever one expected from this premiere based on Okada Mari’s track record, it’s a pretty fair bet that they got it. Read more
First Impressions – Kanata no Astra
This is an adaptation that seems about as close to screwup-proof as you can get. Read more
First Impressions – Katsute Kami Datta Kemono-tachi e
The premise here is as old as time, at least manga and anime time. Read more
First (and Second) Impressions – 7Seeds
Considering just how heralded the manga is, 7Seeds is flying way under the radar. Read more
First Impressions – Sarazanmai
It’s a mess, it’s confusing, it’s drowning in its own excess, but damn – it sure is exhilarating to watch. Read more
First Impressions – Sewayaki Kitsune no Senko-san
I think it’s OK to admire a series that’s steadfast and unerring in knowing exactly what it is, and utterly determined to deliver it. Read more