I can honestly say that "Violet Evergarden" was the first anime to ever actually move me to tears, and I somehow managed to get through "Your Lie in April" without crying.
@Vici0us no interest even though i really like kyoani stuffs cause of the graphics ( yes i know storyline is the most important ) but i just cant watch the anime with that graphics
@@darklord9851 I mean when Jiraiya died it was pretty sad, don't think I cried at any other point and it certainly wasn't sadder than this. If you're looking for sad anime I wouldn't reccomend watching hundreds of hours of Naruto for one decent scene to match what you want.
As a veteran of the US Army (1991-2013) and longtime anime fan, I have never been so moved as I was with this show. I so hope this program gets more promotion as not just a good anime, but as a way to teach family and friends of a member of the military of the changes they will encounter; covering both Violets’ struggle with being an amputee and her mental health issues. The episode that touched me the most was the one with the veteran who need a crutch to get around. Seeing a character dealing with both mobility issues and Survivor's remorse brought be back to when I was medically retired from the Army. Seeing Violet go from being this cold and emotionless person to someone, who is able to open up and share her feeling, reflects how many come to cope with the pain of things seen and actions taken in deployments across the globe. And yes, I too was brought to tears many times.
@@christianguerrero70 get out of here and play fortnite. If you don't like it, then don't watch it. Simple. If you don't like it then why bother watching this video?
@@christianguerrero70 shows not even about the war like next time watching any show check the description of wht its bout. Anime is not real everyone knows tht it's a FICTIONAL STORY
Episode 10 was the first time I’ve ever sobbed while watching anime. I’ve shed tears before, but I never cried so much that I had to pause the episode. That episode was a masterpiece.
Ján Chovanec just saying but you should watch maquia. Shinkai HIMSELF said he was jealous of this film, the same guy who made Kimi no nawais jealous of a film.
This show is a f'in masterpiece. It is, however, a show that I'm not sure I need to watch again. There's something in the moments, stories, characters that I just don't feel would have anywhere near the same impact when viewed again. But, you really do NEED to see it at least once. It is that good.
There are many examples of this "only once" tier of media, usually considered masterpieces that lose effectiveness after a single viewing. A good example that always springs to my mind is Fight Club, which may just be my favourite film of all time despite only having seen it once. Other examples might be Breaking Bad, Grave of the Fireflies, Donie Darko, or Shutter Island, all of which I regard highly yet have never felt compelled to re-watch.
One of the most underrated shows this year.. Cause people think it's too boring at the start.. Good to know someone loved it as much as I did.. This made me cry almost every episode..
killerqueen2000 Most people don't appreciate what the show does beyond a surface level or the hard work required to hand draw something like this. Violet Evergarden is a TV anime that looks better than most movies which is amazing.
Sam CSI it did not do anything special whatsoever. whole series is melodramatic and the side characters are boring and unlikable. they appear for one episode. no time to even start to like them
killerqueen2000 "it did not do anything special whatsoever" You're joking right? One of the best things about this show is how much it can get you to care about these side characters in such a short time frame. I actually cried watching episode 10, if you didn't feel anything for these characters then I don't really know what to say to you. Also the audiovisual presentation in this show is the best it's ever been, this show looks and sounds incredible. It also pushes the boundaries of what TV animation can do. For example the hand drawn mechanical animation in episode 2 that looks so stunningly beautiful is a result of the crazy amount of detail in the frames as well as the complexity that the shading is drawn with, you don't even get to see this kind of animation in high budget movies, there are also only a handful of animators left in the industry with the talent to animate something like that. The shading here is more complex than in famous movies like Patlabor. I don't know how people can take anime like this for granted especially with all the cheap poorly produced shit that airs these days.
I know right. Especially the hand drawn mechanical animation from episode 2, it's so beautiful and impressive. This TV show looks so good that it makes most movies look bad by comparison. Most beautiful animation I've ever seen.
It's about time! Thanks Arkada. The more people who watch this anime the better, you are doing the anime community a great service by making this video.
Episode 10 hit me close to home, I lost my mom in 2013. She died of kidney failure, at the time I didn't realize the severity of the situation was just like Ann and I was just still a being a little brat that didn't really care. Because being 13, death seems surreal it seems distant. But reality hits and I was soo shocked that I didn't know what to feel. I didn't cry and that was one of my biggest regret of my life. And episode 10 reminded me of a week before my mother died, She was in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and wanted to talk to me alone. There, she was breathing through a tube that entered her mouth. She wanted to talk to me alone, she was mumbling and I can't understand what my mom was saying. Yet the thing that I hated myself the most is that I didn't even try to understand. I was too focused on my own childhood world. Skipping forward to 2018 my mom's death was in the past yet after watching episode 10 I was sent back to that ICU room with me and my mom. Remembering that made me cry my ass off, I cried because I hated my behavior was to my mom prior to her death. I was a piece of crap. And I screamed and cried "I'm sorry mom!". And now I am always haunted by that moment. By the message that my mom tried to tell. I regretted it so much because I neglected my mother's last words. Now, I'm trying to be the best person I can be for my mom. To All of y'all who is still blessed with a mother, cherish your time with her so you wont have any regrets that I had!
It's an incredible series with an entrancing soundtrack. Not sure why people rip on it for being "too pretty", as clearly they have not watched enough for the story. Love this anime, many need to watch!
I rip on it for being experimental animation that looks sloppy and lazy! The story is just lame whoa! I have this feel bad for me! I BET IF THIS WASN'T DUBBED NONE OF YOU WOULD HAVE EVER SEEN THIS!!!
This year there had been a lot of good shows. If Evergarden came out a different time they could have had a shot a #1 show at the time. I dont see whats experimental about the show. Single episode stories were a thing back then, instead of story arcs. I have yet to see a show as beautifully drawn as this. I bet many of us watch MHA, its well animated and the important scenes were done amazingly. Evergarden had no badly drawn scenes. I havent seen one scene in which the production cut corners. On top of that KyoAni are masters in putting in a lot of movement and motion into the characters, so they dont need to say something all the time. Just like in real life, like 30% of what we are saying is conveyed via body language, we are honest, are we contradictive, attracted, defensive, aggressive etc. But thats KyoAnis modus of operandi, so this isnt experimental as well. Violets character seems bland, well she is supposed to be an emotionless person who slowly becomes "human". Though her character developed quite a lot it still seems like just a little achievement, which opens her up for more character progression and more story telling. I think this is totally fine and interesting. Character development isnt experimental or new, so... If i had to criticise KyoAni then its because they seem to be uninnovative. What they touch upon they master it to a degree never seen before, but they dont invent something new. The only thing they stood out for the most was K-On (one of my all time favourites), they more or less invented or reinvented Moe, which made the show so successful. I think i will watch Violet Evergarden one more time this month before my Netflix subscription ends. Its a bit hard to digest, but its good. Very good.
I'm getting the vibe that you are just trolling, because Violet Evergarden's animation is anything but 'sloppy and lazy' and anyone with a set of eyes can see that. An honest criticism would be more along the lines of 'the protagonist is boring' or 'the ending is pretty weak', rather than go after probably the best aspect of the series.
I honestly don't like it bc it was too overhyped for me. Like since the preview for it came out way back when with Death Billiards and Little Witch Academia, "how pretty" it was was all everyone talked about for years until it actually aired. And it since that little preview didn't actually show anything that would draw me in with its visuals like a plot hook, it just came off as more style than substance to me. And made me disappointed so many people overlooked such good shows for something that was little more than a glittering crystal in my eyes.
I didn't go into VE expecting it to be a very emotional, heart string pulling sort of story. I had no expectations except what I was left with reading the synopsis on Netflix for the show. I thought it was going to be more of a action-y sort of story line with the 'deadpan' character humor I tend to enjoy. That said I was very impressed despite my initial thought of what the anime would be. However; going into shows like VE I usually have to do consciously. I ended up disappointed and on several occasions bored out of my mind because of the mindset I went into the show with. I ended up putting it down and walking away from it for a month before I finished it. I cried a lot, and the show itself was gorgeous. Sure everything was insanely predictable after the first few minutes of each episode, but it wasn't about the ending, it was about how you got there. I do NOT believe VE is for everyone, but I do believe for those that can enjoy it; it is masterful in it's execution.
Personally I think more people should see your last few statements (just personal opinion, of course). This show is definitely one that focuses on the execution of the story instead of the story itself, and I think that's intentional. I think it's kind of like Your Name in this sense: the whole experience is supposed to be what is good, visual and audio being part of it. If one wants a creative story, then this is definitely not the one to watch (though I feel like a creative story is practically impossible for almost any media at this point…)
“I didn’t go into VE expecting it to be a very emotional, heart string pulling sort of story.” You sir, aren’t very familiar with Kyoto Animation as an animation studio, are you? Their bread and butter is making anime like this.
Indeed it's a masterpiece in story execution because you didn't need to rack all of your brain cells to understand. This is not a Shakespeare type writing. It's simple but it hits hard when you can relate to the scene. This should be the first goal of every anime. Sadly some people who watched a lot got their standards a way off to what it should be in the first place. This anime also teaches you empathy
I absolutely loved this show. It's astoundingly gorgeous, every single episode of this TV show looks like a movie and it's fantastic. If it was just Violet meeting and helping a new random person each episode, I'd watch a hundred episodes of that. Unfortunately, the whole ending thing just got... strange. It wasn't the worst thing ever, but it also felt very weird. Living weapon girls who discover humanity are my ultra-bag, I'll never tire of it ever. I loved Violet and her personality, and watching her, like, 'grow less numb' over time. In fact, pretty quickly, once she's not in literal hell every day, she starts to get feeling back, like coming in from the cold and warming up by the fire. Erika Harlacher voicing her didn't hurt one bit, either. Kayaday....
King Cobra to me it is the best drama anime. the ending is a "to be continued" ending that is a american staple in our shows. it would have been better if they just did it all in one season but i can see why they broke it up. season one is on sale in japan for about 88$. so when they do a season 2 and they do it at the same price thats 176 to get it all and it will sell. so from a money point of view they will make bank by spliting it up.
I found Erika’s performance much more engaging than Yui’s. I dropped the show for a while because the latter’s performance didn’t allow me to get into the character.
Happy birthday Ann. You've lived for 20 years now. That's amazing. I don't need to hear it i just see the picture and get tears in my eye because i know whats being said
This show was absolultely beautiful. From the music, to the story and to the animation. Me and my sister binge watched the enitre series in one sitting gosh darn it we cried on each episode. The show really teaches you how fragile life is and how powerful words can convey our emotions and our thoughts (what the protganist herself was trying to learn throughout her journey). It's been awhile since an anime has really affected me like this. No doubt it had to do with those relatable characters Violet was writing letters for. It felt like real stories.
This is easily the most beautiful anime I've ever watched. Not just the animation, but everything about it. And this is probably one of the best dubbed anime I've ever watched. So much emotion.
The series is a work of art, beautiful in visuals and story, I've been recommending it to everyone that asks me what to watch. About the review, I'm glad you mentioned the difference in Violet's tone between Japanese and English dubs. I can for the life of me not stand her English voice as it seems too nuanced (and sometimes downright dramaticized) for a girl who is supposed to be emotionless. Nothing against the voice actress, seems like quality work, it just really rubbed me the wrong way. Checking out both versions definitely is a good idea though, the difference is pretty drastic.
she's not emotionless from the start though, she always had them from the start, Violet herself said so in episode 13, but she just didnt know much about those emotions because she was made to suppress them like every other soldier in the army. Maybe it was intended to be nuanced at certain times because she was showing emotions that she didnt know about, like how she showed determination with her tone when telling Erica that she really wanted to be a doll even though it does not suit her
The best anime is one you can put in the DVD player and watch with the family instead of a marvel movie or Lord of the rings. One you can finish watching and know, any detractors of anime in the family can't really say anything bad about what was just watched. The best kind of anime is anime that people have to admit there is something extra to and honestly can't say they didn't walk away with something after watching. This is one of those anime. It's one that if there was more like it in the industry, on movie night, normie people would ask "(insert name) what shows do you have we could watch?"
It's interesting you mentioned Lord of the Rings specifically, because I felt Violet Evergarden had a similar emotional core. A childlike wonder at the larger world tempered with a quiet melancholy about the the beautiful things that have been lost. And of course the emotionally scarred veteran trying to reintegrate into normal society.
This show is an absolute masterpiece in my opinion. It is incredibly heartfelt and incredibly well paced in the way it progresses Violet's character. The way she discovers in each episode a different aspect of love and what it is and means is absolutely captivating. The best shows give you a reason to care about the central characters without spelling out for you every little thing about them. Violet's progression feels natural and deliberate to the point where when she experiences significant moments of realization or loss, you understand immediately how she got to that point. I love this show unabashedly so and want as many people to watch it as possible. It was that profoundly moving for me.
I fully support this. I have some gripes with the show, especially the plot as it can get silly at times (you know, getting 2 fully functional prosthetic arms in a world mirroring something like the WW1 period, and she's the only person to ever get prosthetics), but Violet's journey as a character is some of the most gripping writing I have seen in my short life. The meticulous care put in each episode to slowly but surely build her understanding of emotions, both from others and herself, to finally come to terms with her own trauma and move on. It's a powerful and masterfully paced character arc.
I blasted through Violet Evergarden after I saw this review. The first few episodes made me cringe so hard, all I could think was "How could ANYONE lack the ability to understand emotion?" But then I got past those first 3 episodes and suddenly the cringing that occurred so much was suddenly replaced with endearment. I was taken on a journey of discovery, not just exploration of the physical world but of emotion. At Episode 8 I just couldn't tear my eyes away, I had fallen in love with the series, the characters, the art, and ESPECIALLY the music. Only Clannad has surpassed Violet Evergarden in making me feel emotions for an anime. Arkada is right YOU HAVE TO WATCH VIOLET EVERGARDEN.
My dude she had gone through a life without emotion. She never met her parents, she killed, she saw people being killed, she only took orders she didnt even have a name until Major. How could she have emotions after that?
@@cestalia It is not average. I get it. You're disappointed because people's heads aren't getting cut off or some juice heads aren't beating the shit out of each other. That doesn't automatically mean it's bad anime it's just not for you. So stop shitting on it.
@@michaelhall736 It's average, but doesn't mean it's bad. Isn't that what I've been saying??? It is just like hundred of anime I ever watch, nothing impressing or new other than ost and animation. The execution of the story is bland, none of side characters make me attached and most of drama can be finished by simply talking instead of crying. Only episode 10 worth watching. If you're new and really into animation, I suggest this, but if you're veteran and looking for story, VE isn't for you.
I cant remember a time when a series hit me so hard as this one did emotionally. I cried like a little girl on almost every episode, you cant watch this without feeling empathetic for Violet and everyone around he.
Agreed. This show hit me harder than Angel Beats! and AnoHana combined, and I felt like I was about to die from dehydration after watching either of those...
Violet Evergarden was amazing in so many way. Honestly, I can’t believe how beautiful the animation and music was. I really enjoyed the story as well and I’m glad I decided to give it a try.
I really liked the arc when she wrote the script for the play. It was sooo beautiful and touching. And when she hopped across the lake I was BLOWN AWAY.
AWESOME animation. Awesome story. You'll 😢😢😢 so much. Episode 10 put me in the dumps and had to wait a couple of days to watch the rest. I 😢 on every episode. Simply a masterpiece. Netflix just announced that we'll be getting episode 14 in a few weeks. Watch it!
I’ve waited for this review for so long now. Violet Evergarden is one of my top 10 favorite anime’s now. I went into the show intrigued, but I came out on the other side awestruck, floored by everything that the show encompasses, and saddened by the fact that it was over. It’s by far one of the most incredible shows to date and deserves the highest ratings by everyone. I’m planning on rewatching it subbed soon.
This show is so important to me too. It felt like I was traveling with Violet, and I watched her grow. It’s surely one of, if not my favorite anime. Nothing can replace Violet Evergarden
I don't know, ARE you here to review Violet Evergarden, or are you here to scream at us saying A PLACE FURTHER THAN THE UNIVERSE IS WHAT I'M GOING TO REVIEW NEXT! Nice poster btw.
I liked "A place further than the universe" and "Violet Evergarden" the same for most of their run. Evergarden's end was a little bit of a letdown, while apfttu had an almost perfect ending. That's why Evergarden isn't a contender for anime of the year, because apfttu aired.
I fell in love with this show. It really touched me on a personal level. I've watched many shows and movies, read many books, and follow many stories in general. But Violet Evergarden is different, it's.... special. This show is almost perfect in every way (my opinion ofc). This show gave something that many others cannot, and i don't exactly know what it is. The animation is georgeous, every frame feels like a painting; the music is incredible and ethereal, it's memorable and emotional; and so on and so forth. The characters in this show, i miss all of them. Hodgins, Cattleya, Iris, Erica, Princess Charlotte, Oscar, Leon, Ann, Gilbert, hell even Deitfried too. Every characters in this show presents such quality, and i am amazed. And then Violet, ah Violet... I've never emotionally attached to character as much as i did with Violet. It's so interesting to see her witness other people'a stories, understand them and their emotions from it. From Princess Charlotte trying to convey her raw love to her prince and let go of the masquerade of language that she had, Oscar trying to accept his' and her daughter's bitter fate by giving such value to his child's legacy, Leon letting go off his burden of waiting for his lost parents and started to chase his dreams of exploring the world, Ann's and her mother's love of each other written in 50 post mortem letters for Ann to read for years to come, and Aidan's last messages to his beloved parents and the girl of his dream in his dying breath. Again, I've never emotionally attached to character as much as i did with Violet. It's amazing to see her growing from an emotionless child soldier to an empathetic young woman. Every time she feels happy, im happy too. And everytime she cries, i feel like im gonna cry too. A prove of excellent writing and character building. This show reminds me of my love of storytelling and writing, my love of art and craft, and my love of witnessing other people's reaction out of them.... And aside of all of that, this show feels incredibly personal to me. And I dont even know why, maybe it reminds me of something? Maybe it inflict some kind of an emotion? Why does it feels very ethereal and dream like? I don't know... but nonetheless, it's.... i don't know what it is anymore, i am lost at words. This show has been a journey. It was lovely.
Wow, you captured the series perfectly and I couldn't agree more with every single word you wrote! Did you also see both movies? If not, I highly recommend them! They are at least as good as the 13 episodes and expand the world. The second movie completed the series. I can't think of another series which touched me this much. On the one hand I want more of it, but on the other hand I feel it was just enough so we can get what they creators wanted to say. It is the kind of art that can help us be better people and I try to keep that in mind. I wish you well :)
@@_etwas_ Yes, i have seen the movie! And yep, both are excellent. And i think i also feel the same about continuing the series, it would be really cool to have more, but i think the one we have right now is a perfect ending for this series. I wish you well too!
Yeah...I liked Mahoutsukai No Yome a lot. Even though Violet Evergarden is a masterpiece, in a way or two, I like The Ancient Magus Bride better. First is simple because it uses a few more emotions than just sadness. There isn't a moment in Violet Evergarden where you are happy, at least for me. The journey is amazing, but honestly, it's too depressing...They could've added or two contrary scenes to change the mood
The Black Reaper I don't agree on Violet Evergarden being a masterpiece, but I agree about Magus Bride. I also think that Violet Evergarden didn't use it's beautiful artstyle at his fullest while Magus Bride did, since it added a strong contrast with the more horrific scenes such as Elias' transformation against -Cartaphilus- Joseph
I just watched "Violet Evergarden" and episode 10 just broke my hart. Thank you Arkada for sharing this with me. Once in a while anime can leave a beautiful scar, this is definitely one of them. Thank you once more.
I watched Violet Evergarden while it was airing and it impacted me in a way that no anime had done since I saw Clannad for the first time over 4 years ago.
So I saw a minute of your video when you put it up, stopped and watched and finished this anime. I don’t regret it at all, this anime is simply gorgeous.
Yay I was watching for this video since the series finished airing. The other thing about violet evergarden is that ever episode teaches violet about a different kind of love while at the same time giving side characters an emotional arc. This show is a masterpiece.
Violet Evergarden is beautiful, one of the Top 10 Anime to ever exist, the 8th wonder of the World, a piece of art, a masterwork. I 200% recommend it to everyone.
RIP Kyoto studios season 2 about to watch the movie for the first time tonight, haven't seen the show in 2 years just the clips n soundbits got me tearing up wish me luck boys
I love this anime. The reasons I hear people give about why they don't like it just don't apply to me. They say it's boring and I say character development itself is interesting enough to keep me interested. They say none of the side characters are memorable and I remember loving seeing EVERY characters reactions and emotions, even the maids. They say the story telling is bland, and like others I agree that it's not about the surprise or the turnout but the journey. I hear them say that Violet is unrealistic in her apathy, and while it is exaggerated, at the same time it is understandable. There are cases out in the world where children weren't held, weren't shown compassion, and could barely function as humans. Some of those kids have been put in good families, but even in their adult years they still have struggled. If anything it's a miracle Violet even is as she is now, given she was only with Gilbert for 4 years. And I also know that people who really love action might not enjoy this anime. I however, as much as an anime action addict I am, still love this story. I'm not a huge crier, and I didn't cry. Maybe my eyes teared up and I was yelling at the tv for why things had to turn out as they did in some stories. I didn't cry, but I STILL felt my heart break. I suppose, in the end, your taste and how you view things will decide whether or not you like this anime. Of course, I'm absolutely no where near an expert, so I'd love if you guys could recommend to me what you guys would think are better anime than this.
To those people who read novels not just light novels can certainly like this because it's execution has similarities within those medium although it's source material is a light novel
Violet Evergarden is an incredible production top to bottom. The way they manage to completely immerse you and tell a complete, emotional story over the course of a single episode is an astonishing feat and watching Violet grow over the course of the series as this sort of reflection of humanity is uplifting and heart-warming. As far as single episodes go, nothing this year will beat episode 10 where you can literally predict how it will end after the first 5 minutes, yet the execution is so expertly done that you'll find yourself in tears anyway. Also, the soundtrack. My god, the soundtrack. I've been listening to it on the way to and from work almost every day for the past couple of months and it simply doesn't get old. I will say, while it's without a doubt the most important show of the year and one that will remain important for the industry as a whole, it's edged out as my favorite show of the year by "A Place Further Than The Universe." Some of that preference can be attributed to Evergarden's generally depressing setting as well as the main character being harder to relate to. However, "A Place Further Than The Universe" has a ton of outstanding, genuinely hilarious characters, a driving plot and emotional resonance that almost rivals Evergarden at times. Definitely recommend both wholeheartedly (and also Yuru Camp!!!)
Love this, been pushing for more VE content since the show came out. I know it's not for everyone, but I feel like anyone who didn't see it missed out on one of the greatest, most beautiful experiences that the medium has to offer.
Violet's character development is extremely underrated because it is a master class of subtlety. Let's just look at some of her improvements: recognizes her own emotions, empathizes with others, develops self-worth, overcomes loss, and deals with her guilt. After all that she goes through she is able to find a degree of peace and meaning. Not only that, but the way she carries herself and the intent in her eyes has been given consideration with the wonderful animation. I love this show.
This anime made me cry a lot. Thank you for recommending this anime. More people should watch this! This reminds me of Mushishi, Haibane Reimei, and 2003 Kino no Tabi. More people should watch episodic animes for these are usually well made with individual episodes that can be a stand alone story.
I watched the series out of curiosity because everyone was talking about it so much and the story and setting keep me interested till the end. Im more of the mecha anime fan, specifically the Gundam franchise, and sometimes I want to experience something new and different.
Not quite the same reason I gave Violet a try, but close enough. Violet Evergarden is a Damn good drama series. It is beautifully animated work and one of the finest series I've watched in a long time. It's a shame its a Netflix exclusive and was made even worse that it was time-walled for the US as well. This is a show everyone should watch.
one of the sure best for the year. The beautiful production and emotion drags along her journey is just so memorable. I agree with Nakada 100% that if you like anime, do not miss this show.
I was waiting for this, last week I said to myself, "I wonder if GR is going to review Violet Evergarden". thanks for answering in a way I never expected.
One of the few anime that isnt just dumb humour, it feels like either old anime or the ungodly rare anime that isnt just some Harem or basic comedy even if not a tag.
I was impressed with your accurate indication. Especially when watching this work, the choice of language was very important. I watched it in English and Japanese, but both have different impressions. Both were good.
What I like the most about this anime is how realistic they deal with post-war trauma, how a soldier like Violet needs to adapt after the war ended, and deal with the scars that the war caused and even she caused to others, hell, she even reject the notion of blindly following orders at the end of the season, and don't want to kill anyone anymore, she stop being a drone and become a fully realise person at the end.
THANK YOUUUUU!!! I have long been waiting to watch this but didn’t know if it was good, but since my favourite reviewer pretty much said he loved it, I am not even going to hold back TIME TO BINNGE WATCH
This anime touched my heart unlike any other anime ever could. The emotional appeal was just too much to handle! In simple words, Violet Evergarden is a masterpiece. This is what I normally say, but there is a flaw that I feel should be pointed out. Violet Evergarden depends too much on a single emotion to provide entertainment. ie. Sadness. Now I know that this is purely what some of you want. Maybe you watched it just to experience that emotion. But when talking about general interest, I'd say that Violet Evergarden is honestly too depressing. At least for me, there is not one scene that lightens the mood a little or provides happiness. The whole journey is amazing, yet pretty depressing. There is barely any usage of any other emotion. This anime is still definitely a masterpiece, but to make it even better, what they could have done is show us how Violet finds happiness after acceptance Gilbert's fate. Even though it would be non canon, I feel this is important to the overall story. This could be done in a number of ways such as extending the number of episodes, airing a season two or even an alternate storyline. Also, looks like there's a movie coming in a few years. Hopefully it does not make the same mistake I feel this anime made. Ps. This is entirely my opinion
Thank you, Arkada. I needed a reason to watch this show again and to watch it with a friend this time. You got impeccable timing and I’m grateful for that.
The show is so good, I had to hold back tears just from Arkada reviewing it. I personally watched the sub, and I cried every episode in the second half. Most beautiful anime in every sense of the word.
I went to watch this after a couple minutes of you video and I just finished the first episode and I felt so emotional. I’m def gonna cry every episode
Violet Evergarden and The Ancient Magus' Bride both had me bawling my eyes out throughout their entire airing. I definitely have to say that your Up! analogy was spot on. Why did I not think of that before? Now, when are we going to see a review of Full Metal Panic: Invisible Victory since nobody else in AniTube seems to be talking about it?
violet evergarden is one of my favorite anime ever! i'm so happy that you reviewed it, i have been telling people to watch it ever since its release, now i can finally point them to this video for a list of reasons why they need to watch this show!
Thank you Arcada, finally someone said how I feel about Violet Evergarden and why it's my favourite anime ever. Knowing someone appreciates this show as much as I do makes me very happy.
It's good to hear the contrasting opinions. Some say it's so emotional/tears were shed. Others say it was just kinda boring. Now I know for sure what to expect. You have to go into it _wanting_ an emotional experience. Otherwise you might be let down.
Is it me or is the audio in this vid really low. I had to crank up the volume on my speakers. There's also some weird editing going on.. Like 3:41. Idk if you got a new editor, but I'm just pointing it out cause it bugged me a little.
Yes, it sounds really weird for me too, as if his usual microphone was turned off and he had to use the audio from the camera instead, or something to that effect. Also I had to look for various keywords before finding your comment mentioning the issue... which seems strange.
Your intro has me sold on this show, I’m not even going to watch the rest of this so I can go into the show knowing as little as possible. Thank you Arkada!
I'm so glad Semblance of Sanity started reacting to this. It was the impetus for me to watch it and now it's one of my favorite things ever. I'm also watching A Place Further Than The Universe for the same reason. I would have missed out on the shows otherwise. There's just so much fucking anime and I have so little time nowadays compared to back in High School.
This show was SO great. It outperformed everything i watched these last years. I have not cried so much since clannad and clannad was 4 times as long. I will miss it and id love to see another season.
Great review! I disagree on one very specific point, though: You said that the first season isn't complete, but I think it basically is. Like ignoring that bit in the epilogue, it resolved basically every plot thread, and I think part of the beauty is that the show makes it very clear that this isn't the "end" of any of the characters' lives, just the end of this incredibly significant phase, which I think is beautiful. Just my opinion, though!
The mother daughter arc was so insanely touching.
Derpy TW I kinda cried a bit
Not AirWolf a bit? Dude waterfalls were flowing from my eye sockets xD
Episode 10 one of my faves
that one destroyed me
The ending scene, where the mom wishes Ann happy birthday every year absolutely broke me. I bawled my eyes out
50 years of letters got me bawling honestly. It was very heart felt
Same.. I think my eyes are starting to swell up by holding tears
Same here.
Same for me
Just got finished the series, can't wait for the movie
Letters from heaven
First three episodes: slow but entertaining
Episode 4 to end: WHERE ARE ALL THE TEARS COMING FROM AND WHY CAN'T I STOP
king khalil whose cutting onions and dropping tear gas
@@deciuswtasby it was your fault for pressing the play button
Cosmic King yes...yes....you are correct. What’s worse is I’ve watched it again 🤷🏾♂️🤣🤣
*Me, reading this knee-deep in water* : mood
I had to stop watching at episode 3 bc it was so emotional... How does it get worse!?
Ps. I'll continue watching it later today
Goes to youtube and type's: Violet Ever-
RUclips : Violet Evergrande
that happens to me too
Thought it said Violet evergrenade-
Momo San me too
Violet ever grande
Why thou
I can honestly say that "Violet Evergarden" was the first anime to ever actually move me to tears, and I somehow managed to get through "Your Lie in April" without crying.
Bruh same your lie in april got me nothing than violet evergarden
@Vici0us no interest even though i really like kyoani stuffs cause of the graphics ( yes i know storyline is the most important ) but i just cant watch the anime with that graphics
Watch naruto
Ill second this, never watched a show or movie that moved me to tears but a certain episode had me bawling like a baby
@@darklord9851 I mean when Jiraiya died it was pretty sad, don't think I cried at any other point and it certainly wasn't sadder than this. If you're looking for sad anime I wouldn't reccomend watching hundreds of hours of Naruto for one decent scene to match what you want.
As a veteran of the US Army (1991-2013) and longtime anime fan, I have never been so moved as I was with this show. I so hope this program gets more promotion as not just a good anime, but as a way to teach family and friends of a member of the military of the changes they will encounter; covering both Violets’ struggle with being an amputee and her mental health issues.
The episode that touched me the most was the one with the veteran who need a crutch to get around. Seeing a character dealing with both mobility issues and Survivor's remorse brought be back to when I was medically retired from the Army.
Seeing Violet go from being this cold and emotionless person to someone, who is able to open up and share her feeling, reflects how many come to cope with the pain of things seen and actions taken in deployments across the globe.
And yes, I too was brought to tears many times.
god bless you sir. i was also part of the army at my country and this show completely made me cry
Did u said this is other giseo pr u just dopy this
Thank you for your service and this anime Is in my top 5 all time and that’s saying a lot
@@christianguerrero70 get out of here and play fortnite. If you don't like it, then don't watch it. Simple. If you don't like it then why bother watching this video?
@@christianguerrero70 shows not even about the war like next time watching any show check the description of wht its bout. Anime is not real everyone knows tht it's a FICTIONAL STORY
That ep. 10 hit me like a truck.
Definitely best singular episode of the year.
episode 5 and 10 exists though
Only 10
Not 9 Its 10
Sorry S;G0 episode 8 exists
I think Episodes 7 and 10 hit the hardest in the whole show.
Episode 10 was the first time I’ve ever sobbed while watching anime. I’ve shed tears before, but I never cried so much that I had to pause the episode. That episode was a masterpiece.
I feel ya
Just finished it. That episode was unfair.
This anime set a bar on what good quality anime is.
Good quality? Violet's standard is insane. When I see any other anime (with exception of Shinkai's work) I need to wash my eyes in bleach.
Ján Chovanec just saying but you should watch maquia. Shinkai HIMSELF said he was jealous of this film, the same guy who made Kimi no nawais jealous of a film.
Hi, i play teemo for a living YES MAQUIA!! that anime had me weeping like a child, 10/10.
@@jemandjemand2362 LMFAO ITS SO TRUE THO, VE is just amazing, almost every episode reduced me to a sobbing mess.
It was the first anime I ever watched so you best believe my exceptions for anime are freaking high
This show is a f'in masterpiece. It is, however, a show that I'm not sure I need to watch again. There's something in the moments, stories, characters that I just don't feel would have anywhere near the same impact when viewed again. But, you really do NEED to see it at least once. It is that good.
Lmao
Eh
There are many examples of this "only once" tier of media, usually considered masterpieces that lose effectiveness after a single viewing. A good example that always springs to my mind is Fight Club, which may just be my favourite film of all time despite only having seen it once. Other examples might be Breaking Bad, Grave of the Fireflies, Donie Darko, or Shutter Island, all of which I regard highly yet have never felt compelled to re-watch.
I watched about the 5th time now. I guess I'm just weak against shows like this but I say this one is worth watching time and again.
Yes,it does the same effect to me
(For those who do not know) Violet Evergarden The Movie is in development & is gonna' come out in Jan 2020.
I never see you that much anymore. I remember when you was that guy that would be on every video.
Just Some Guy With A Mustache damn, oh well. I can wait a few years for a good movie.
Wait, knew about the movie but... IS THERE GONNA BE A NEW SEASON?!
The novel is good if u hvent read it read it
Just Some Guy With A Mustache is it live action?
An Anime that made me cry EVERY. SINGLE. EPISODE.
Same
Ditto
Ikr
Brought me to tears.. no rundowns tho
Same bro
Just hearing the music makes me want to cry. It’s such a beautiful series. Kyoto Animation outdid themselves here.
One of the most underrated shows this year.. Cause people think it's too boring at the start.. Good to know someone loved it as much as I did..
This made me cry almost every episode..
I agree.
It's so popular. Shouldn't it be overrated
killerqueen2000 Most people don't appreciate what the show does beyond a surface level or the hard work required to hand draw something like this. Violet Evergarden is a TV anime that looks better than most movies which is amazing.
Sam CSI
it did not do anything special whatsoever. whole series is melodramatic and the side characters are boring and unlikable. they appear for one episode. no time to even start to like them
killerqueen2000
"it did not do anything special whatsoever"
You're joking right? One of the best things about this show is how much it can get you to care about these side characters in such a short time frame. I actually cried watching episode 10, if you didn't feel anything for these characters then I don't really know what to say to you. Also the audiovisual presentation in this show is the best it's ever been, this show looks and sounds incredible. It also pushes the boundaries of what TV animation can do. For example the hand drawn mechanical animation in episode 2 that looks so stunningly beautiful is a result of the crazy amount of detail in the frames as well as the complexity that the shading is drawn with, you don't even get to see this kind of animation in high budget movies, there are also only a handful of animators left in the industry with the talent to animate something like that. The shading here is more complex than in famous movies like Patlabor. I don't know how people can take anime like this for granted especially with all the cheap poorly produced shit that airs these days.
... dude I think the volume here is REALLY low.
so it's not just me lol
It's 2018. Volume problems should no longer exist. RUclips itself should simply normalize the videos once they're uploaded.
+andrewkful
True, and it's not consistent too.
Arkada is low, but some music is at higher volume (e.g: 1:35 )
it's been a while since I had to Max out my phone volume.
RUclips should have quick audio editing options when uploading, something like a simple eq and gain with monitoring
Best anime 2018. Fight me I don't care. I haven't felt an emotion like this in so long.
And anyone who says otherwise can go fuck themselves.
I agree strongly
Darling in the Franxx is a roller coaster fillled with cocaine.
Yeah this anime was trash
Agree.
God the visuals of this Anime were so Unreal. As Expected from KyoAni.
I know right. Especially the hand drawn mechanical animation from episode 2, it's so beautiful and impressive. This TV show looks so good that it makes most movies look bad by comparison. Most beautiful animation I've ever seen.
The mother episode made me bawl my eyes out
It's about time! Thanks Arkada. The more people who watch this anime the better, you are doing the anime community a great service by making this video.
Nah, there are better gems out there that Need more recognition
@@Exel3nce True, but this anime still deserves more recongnition it has.
Mh, Yea ok but just for the visuals
@@Exel3nce i think the story was good but if that's how you feel.
1 story was good, yes. Everything else is "how to write a sad story 101"
Episode 10 hit me close to home, I lost my mom in 2013. She died of kidney failure, at the time I didn't realize the severity of the situation was just like Ann and I was just still a being a little brat that didn't really care. Because being 13, death seems surreal it seems distant. But reality hits and I was soo shocked that I didn't know what to feel. I didn't cry and that was one of my biggest regret of my life. And episode 10 reminded me of a week before my mother died, She was in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and wanted to talk to me alone. There, she was breathing through a tube that entered her mouth. She wanted to talk to me alone, she was mumbling and I can't understand what my mom was saying. Yet the thing that I hated myself the most is that I didn't even try to understand. I was too focused on my own childhood world.
Skipping forward to 2018 my mom's death was in the past yet after watching episode 10 I was sent back to that ICU room with me and my mom. Remembering that made me cry my ass off, I cried because I hated my behavior was to my mom prior to her death. I was a piece of crap. And I screamed and cried "I'm sorry mom!". And now I am always haunted by that moment. By the message that my mom tried to tell. I regretted it so much because I neglected my mother's last words. Now, I'm trying to be the best person I can be for my mom.
To All of y'all who is still blessed with a mother, cherish your time with her so you wont have any regrets that I had!
It's an incredible series with an entrancing soundtrack. Not sure why people rip on it for being "too pretty", as clearly they have not watched enough for the story.
Love this anime, many need to watch!
I rip on it for being experimental animation that looks sloppy and lazy!
The story is just lame whoa! I have this feel bad for me! I BET IF THIS WASN'T DUBBED NONE OF YOU WOULD HAVE EVER SEEN THIS!!!
This year there had been a lot of good shows. If Evergarden came out a different time they could have had a shot a #1 show at the time.
I dont see whats experimental about the show. Single episode stories were a thing back then, instead of story arcs.
I have yet to see a show as beautifully drawn as this. I bet many of us watch MHA, its well animated and the important scenes were done amazingly. Evergarden had no badly drawn scenes. I havent seen one scene in which the production cut corners. On top of that KyoAni are masters in putting in a lot of movement and motion into the characters, so they dont need to say something all the time. Just like in real life, like 30% of what we are saying is conveyed via body language, we are honest, are we contradictive, attracted, defensive, aggressive etc. But thats KyoAnis modus of operandi, so this isnt experimental as well.
Violets character seems bland, well she is supposed to be an emotionless person who slowly becomes "human". Though her character developed quite a lot it still seems like just a little achievement, which opens her up for more character progression and more story telling. I think this is totally fine and interesting. Character development isnt experimental or new, so...
If i had to criticise KyoAni then its because they seem to be uninnovative. What they touch upon they master it to a degree never seen before, but they dont invent something new. The only thing they stood out for the most was K-On (one of my all time favourites), they more or less invented or reinvented Moe, which made the show so successful.
I think i will watch Violet Evergarden one more time this month before my Netflix subscription ends. Its a bit hard to digest, but its good. Very good.
I'm getting the vibe that you are just trolling, because Violet Evergarden's animation is anything but 'sloppy and lazy' and anyone with a set of eyes can see that. An honest criticism would be more along the lines of 'the protagonist is boring' or 'the ending is pretty weak', rather than go after probably the best aspect of the series.
I honestly don't like it bc it was too overhyped for me. Like since the preview for it came out way back when with Death Billiards and Little Witch Academia, "how pretty" it was was all everyone talked about for years until it actually aired. And it since that little preview didn't actually show anything that would draw me in with its visuals like a plot hook, it just came off as more style than substance to me.
And made me disappointed so many people overlooked such good shows for something that was little more than a glittering crystal in my eyes.
Yep
Welcome to _Feels City: The Land of Tears_
STAND USER: GLASS REFLECTION
STAND NAME: STAY FROSTY
Is that a Jo's Jo's reference?
Yare yare...
Wouldn't it be:
STAND USER: ARKADA
STAND NAME: GLASS REFLECTION?
Also, Glass Reflection really sounds like a badass stand name.
TheDarkM CRUNCHY-ROLL COPYRIGHT FREE STAND NAME: FROST-STAY
TheDarkM either way I love your Zote profile picture.
I didn't go into VE expecting it to be a very emotional, heart string pulling sort of story. I had no expectations except what I was left with reading the synopsis on Netflix for the show. I thought it was going to be more of a action-y sort of story line with the 'deadpan' character humor I tend to enjoy. That said I was very impressed despite my initial thought of what the anime would be. However; going into shows like VE I usually have to do consciously. I ended up disappointed and on several occasions bored out of my mind because of the mindset I went into the show with. I ended up putting it down and walking away from it for a month before I finished it. I cried a lot, and the show itself was gorgeous. Sure everything was insanely predictable after the first few minutes of each episode, but it wasn't about the ending, it was about how you got there.
I do NOT believe VE is for everyone, but I do believe for those that can enjoy it; it is masterful in it's execution.
Personally I think more people should see your last few statements (just personal opinion, of course). This show is definitely one that focuses on the execution of the story instead of the story itself, and I think that's intentional. I think it's kind of like Your Name in this sense: the whole experience is supposed to be what is good, visual and audio being part of it. If one wants a creative story, then this is definitely not the one to watch (though I feel like a creative story is practically impossible for almost any media at this point…)
“I didn’t go into VE expecting it to be a very emotional, heart string pulling sort of story.”
You sir, aren’t very familiar with Kyoto Animation as an animation studio, are you? Their bread and butter is making anime like this.
@@zichenglong6992 说的很好。
Indeed it's a masterpiece in story execution because you didn't need to rack all of your brain cells to understand. This is not a Shakespeare type writing. It's simple but it hits hard when you can relate to the scene. This should be the first goal of every anime. Sadly some people who watched a lot got their standards a way off to what it should be in the first place. This anime also teaches you empathy
I absolutely loved this show. It's astoundingly gorgeous, every single episode of this TV show looks like a movie and it's fantastic. If it was just Violet meeting and helping a new random person each episode, I'd watch a hundred episodes of that. Unfortunately, the whole ending thing just got... strange. It wasn't the worst thing ever, but it also felt very weird. Living weapon girls who discover humanity are my ultra-bag, I'll never tire of it ever. I loved Violet and her personality, and watching her, like, 'grow less numb' over time. In fact, pretty quickly, once she's not in literal hell every day, she starts to get feeling back, like coming in from the cold and warming up by the fire.
Erika Harlacher voicing her didn't hurt one bit, either.
Kayaday....
I dont care much for the animation but this better have really great stories for me to suck up on an unfinished ending.
King Cobra to me it is the best drama anime. the ending is a "to be continued" ending that is a american staple in our shows. it would have been better if they just did it all in one season but i can see why they broke it up. season one is on sale in japan for about 88$. so when they do a season 2 and they do it at the same price thats 176 to get it all and it will sell. so from a money point of view they will make bank by spliting it up.
@@zerodawn09 ok, you convinced me sir.
Erika really outdid herself here. This is easily her best performance.
I found Erika’s performance much more engaging than Yui’s. I dropped the show for a while because the latter’s performance didn’t allow me to get into the character.
Happy birthday Ann.
You've lived for 20 years now. That's amazing.
I don't need to hear it i just see the picture and get tears in my eye because i know whats being said
This show was absolultely beautiful. From the music, to the story and to the animation. Me and my sister binge watched the enitre series in one sitting gosh darn it we cried on each episode. The show really teaches you how fragile life is and how powerful words can convey our emotions and our thoughts (what the protganist herself was trying to learn throughout her journey). It's been awhile since an anime has really affected me like this. No doubt it had to do with those relatable characters Violet was writing letters for. It felt like real stories.
This is easily the most beautiful anime I've ever watched. Not just the animation, but everything about it. And this is probably one of the best dubbed anime I've ever watched. So much emotion.
The series is a work of art, beautiful in visuals and story, I've been recommending it to everyone that asks me what to watch.
About the review, I'm glad you mentioned the difference in Violet's tone between Japanese and English dubs. I can for the life of me not stand her English voice as it seems too nuanced (and sometimes downright dramaticized) for a girl who is supposed to be emotionless. Nothing against the voice actress, seems like quality work, it just really rubbed me the wrong way. Checking out both versions definitely is a good idea though, the difference is pretty drastic.
she's not emotionless from the start though, she always had them from the start, Violet herself said so in episode 13, but she just didnt know much about those emotions because she was made to suppress them like every other soldier in the army. Maybe it was intended to be nuanced at certain times because she was showing emotions that she didnt know about, like how she showed determination with her tone when telling Erica that she really wanted to be a doll even though it does not suit her
I never watch dubs, so when a review uses them, it's kind of jarring at first.
The best anime is one you can put in the DVD player and watch with the family instead of a marvel movie or Lord of the rings. One you can finish watching and know, any detractors of anime in the family can't really say anything bad about what was just watched. The best kind of anime is anime that people have to admit there is something extra to and honestly can't say they didn't walk away with something after watching. This is one of those anime.
It's one that if there was more like it in the industry, on movie night, normie people would ask "(insert name) what shows do you have we could watch?"
I wouldn't recommend to watch it with someone else, let alone with your family.
I think this Anime shines brightest when you watch it alone.
It's interesting you mentioned Lord of the Rings specifically, because I felt Violet Evergarden had a similar emotional core. A childlike wonder at the larger world tempered with a quiet melancholy about the the beautiful things that have been lost. And of course the emotionally scarred veteran trying to reintegrate into normal society.
Jeremiah Galindo yeah yeah ahhaahhhaah
This show is an absolute masterpiece in my opinion. It is incredibly heartfelt and incredibly well paced in the way it progresses Violet's character. The way she discovers in each episode a different aspect of love and what it is and means is absolutely captivating. The best shows give you a reason to care about the central characters without spelling out for you every little thing about them. Violet's progression feels natural and deliberate to the point where when she experiences significant moments of realization or loss, you understand immediately how she got to that point. I love this show unabashedly so and want as many people to watch it as possible. It was that profoundly moving for me.
I fully support this. I have some gripes with the show, especially the plot as it can get silly at times (you know, getting 2 fully functional prosthetic arms in a world mirroring something like the WW1 period, and she's the only person to ever get prosthetics), but Violet's journey as a character is some of the most gripping writing I have seen in my short life. The meticulous care put in each episode to slowly but surely build her understanding of emotions, both from others and herself, to finally come to terms with her own trauma and move on. It's a powerful and masterfully paced character arc.
This anime is very good. The animation is beautiful, the dub is good and the story is heartwarming.
Octo you mean heartbreaking ;-;
I blasted through Violet Evergarden after I saw this review. The first few episodes made me cringe so hard, all I could think was "How could ANYONE lack the ability to understand emotion?" But then I got past those first 3 episodes and suddenly the cringing that occurred so much was suddenly replaced with endearment. I was taken on a journey of discovery, not just exploration of the physical world but of emotion. At Episode 8 I just couldn't tear my eyes away, I had fallen in love with the series, the characters, the art, and ESPECIALLY the music. Only Clannad has surpassed Violet Evergarden in making me feel emotions for an anime. Arkada is right YOU HAVE TO WATCH VIOLET EVERGARDEN.
My dude she had gone through a life without emotion. She never met her parents, she killed, she saw people being killed, she only took orders she didnt even have a name until Major. How could she have emotions after that?
Hey Blaze
@@152mmapfsds people like us seems to be attracted to beautifull stories...
@@alfariziislam3796 AcZero
@@152mmapfsds 5
Never understood why anyone would hate this show. VE is beautifully animated, has a compelling story, and an amazing soundtrack.
from what i have read i'd say it's people with ADHD
The story buddy, the story.
If you read or watch a lot of story with the same theme, you realize it's pretty average.
Great animation tho.
@@cestalia It is not average. I get it. You're disappointed because people's heads aren't getting cut off or some juice heads aren't beating the shit out of each other. That doesn't automatically mean it's bad anime it's just not for you. So stop shitting on it.
@@Ghorda9 Or shonentards.
@@michaelhall736 It's average, but doesn't mean it's bad. Isn't that what I've been saying??? It is just like hundred of anime I ever watch, nothing impressing or new other than ost and animation. The execution of the story is bland, none of side characters make me attached and most of drama can be finished by simply talking instead of crying. Only episode 10 worth watching.
If you're new and really into animation, I suggest this, but if you're veteran and looking for story, VE isn't for you.
oh god this show
me and my metalhead brother bawled our eyes out at episode 10
Thank you for covering Violet Evergarden. It’s one of my favorite anime of all time and more people should know of it’s greatness.
I admit it... I teared up watching this. Violet Evergarden is an absolute masterpiece. It left an impact on me, for sure.
I cant remember a time when a series hit me so hard as this one did emotionally. I cried like a little girl on almost every episode, you cant watch this without feeling empathetic for Violet and everyone around he.
Agreed. This show hit me harder than Angel Beats! and AnoHana combined, and I felt like I was about to die from dehydration after watching either of those...
Violet Evergarden was amazing in so many way. Honestly, I can’t believe how beautiful the animation and music was. I really enjoyed the story as well and I’m glad I decided to give it a try.
I really liked the arc when she wrote the script for the play. It was sooo beautiful and touching. And when she hopped across the lake I was BLOWN AWAY.
AWESOME animation. Awesome story. You'll 😢😢😢 so much. Episode 10 put me in the dumps and had to wait a couple of days to watch the rest. I 😢 on every episode. Simply a masterpiece. Netflix just announced that we'll be getting episode 14 in a few weeks. Watch it!
Violet Evergarden made me cry way more than I'm willing to admit.
No shame in that, it means that everything is alright with you.
I’ve waited for this review for so long now. Violet Evergarden is one of my top 10 favorite anime’s now. I went into the show intrigued, but I came out on the other side awestruck, floored by everything that the show encompasses, and saddened by the fact that it was over. It’s by far one of the most incredible shows to date and deserves the highest ratings by everyone. I’m planning on rewatching it subbed soon.
Episode 10 killed me.
And fun fact: You can buy the soundtrack for this show on iTunes!
Really! What's the name of the soundtrack exactly?
Severo Rivera “Violet Evergarden: Automemories”
@@alexjames4507 Cool. Thanks for the info!
Same. And seeing the name of the episode after the end just hit me with the coup de grâce.
This show is so important to me too. It felt like I was traveling with Violet, and I watched her grow. It’s surely one of, if not my favorite anime. Nothing can replace Violet Evergarden
I don't know, ARE you here to review Violet Evergarden, or are you here to scream at us saying A PLACE FURTHER THAN THE UNIVERSE IS WHAT I'M GOING TO REVIEW NEXT!
Nice poster btw.
I think he is actually talking about apfttu here. And then the reversed with a evergarden Poster
Bith are meh. Even if Vanishing Line looks worse, it manged to get me pumped on a consistent basis.
CritSrc get out
That show...is cruel. It made me panic about all the loss waiting for me in the future. And the sweet moments only made everything worse.
I liked "A place further than the universe" and "Violet Evergarden" the same for most of their run. Evergarden's end was a little bit of a letdown, while apfttu had an almost perfect ending. That's why Evergarden isn't a contender for anime of the year, because apfttu aired.
I fell in love with this show. It really touched me on a personal level.
I've watched many shows and movies, read many books, and follow many stories in general. But Violet Evergarden is different, it's.... special.
This show is almost perfect in every way (my opinion ofc). This show gave something that many others cannot, and i don't exactly know what it is.
The animation is georgeous, every frame feels like a painting; the music is incredible and ethereal, it's memorable and emotional; and so on and so forth.
The characters in this show, i miss all of them. Hodgins, Cattleya, Iris, Erica, Princess Charlotte, Oscar, Leon, Ann, Gilbert, hell even Deitfried too. Every characters in this show presents such quality, and i am amazed.
And then Violet, ah Violet... I've never emotionally attached to character as much as i did with Violet. It's so interesting to see her witness other people'a stories, understand them and their emotions from it. From Princess Charlotte trying to convey her raw love to her prince and let go of the masquerade of language that she had, Oscar trying to accept his' and her daughter's bitter fate by giving such value to his child's legacy, Leon letting go off his burden of waiting for his lost parents and started to chase his dreams of exploring the world, Ann's and her mother's love of each other written in 50 post mortem letters for Ann to read for years to come, and Aidan's last messages to his beloved parents and the girl of his dream in his dying breath.
Again, I've never emotionally attached to character as much as i did with Violet. It's amazing to see her growing from an emotionless child soldier to an empathetic young woman. Every time she feels happy, im happy too. And everytime she cries, i feel like im gonna cry too. A prove of excellent writing and character building.
This show reminds me of my love of storytelling and writing, my love of art and craft, and my love of witnessing other people's reaction out of them....
And aside of all of that, this show feels incredibly personal to me. And I dont even know why, maybe it reminds me of something? Maybe it inflict some kind of an emotion? Why does it feels very ethereal and dream like? I don't know... but nonetheless, it's.... i don't know what it is anymore, i am lost at words.
This show has been a journey. It was lovely.
Wow, you captured the series perfectly and I couldn't agree more with every single word you wrote!
Did you also see both movies? If not, I highly recommend them! They are at least as good as the 13 episodes and expand the world. The second movie completed the series.
I can't think of another series which touched me this much. On the one hand I want more of it, but on the other hand I feel it was just enough so we can get what they creators wanted to say. It is the kind of art that can help us be better people and I try to keep that in mind.
I wish you well :)
@@_etwas_ Yes, i have seen the movie! And yep, both are excellent. And i think i also feel the same about continuing the series, it would be really cool to have more, but i think the one we have right now is a perfect ending for this series.
I wish you well too!
Plz do a review of the ancient magus bride
aka an actually well done emotional show
with a semi-disappointing end, for me. Loved it for around the first 15 or so episodes
TheDarkM I have to say that although I enjoyed it, it has some arcs in the story that are fkn boring, which didn't happen with violet evergarden
Yeah...I liked Mahoutsukai No Yome a lot. Even though Violet Evergarden is a masterpiece, in a way or two, I like The Ancient Magus Bride better. First is simple because it uses a few more emotions than just sadness. There isn't a moment in Violet Evergarden where you are happy, at least for me. The journey is amazing, but honestly, it's too depressing...They could've added or two contrary scenes to change the mood
The Black Reaper I don't agree on Violet Evergarden being a masterpiece, but I agree about Magus Bride. I also think that Violet Evergarden didn't use it's beautiful artstyle at his fullest while Magus Bride did, since it added a strong contrast with the more horrific scenes such as Elias' transformation against -Cartaphilus- Joseph
I just watched "Violet Evergarden" and episode 10 just broke my hart. Thank you Arkada for sharing this with me. Once in a while anime can leave a beautiful scar, this is definitely one of them.
Thank you once more.
I watched Violet Evergarden while it was airing and it impacted me in a way that no anime had done since I saw Clannad for the first time over 4 years ago.
So I saw a minute of your video when you put it up, stopped and watched and finished this anime. I don’t regret it at all, this anime is simply gorgeous.
Yay I was watching for this video since the series finished airing. The other thing about violet evergarden is that ever episode teaches violet about a different kind of love while at the same time giving side characters an emotional arc. This show is a masterpiece.
Possibly the best Anime of 2018
Episode 11 broke me, by the end of the episode I was a sobbing mess....
Violet Evergarden is beautiful, one of the Top 10 Anime to ever exist, the 8th wonder of the World, a piece of art, a masterwork.
I 200% recommend it to everyone.
RIP Kyoto studios
season 2
about to watch the movie for the first time tonight, haven't seen the show in 2 years
just the clips n soundbits got me tearing up
wish me luck boys
I love this anime. The reasons I hear people give about why they don't like it just don't apply to me. They say it's boring and I say character development itself is interesting enough to keep me interested. They say none of the side characters are memorable and I remember loving seeing EVERY characters reactions and emotions, even the maids. They say the story telling is bland, and like others I agree that it's not about the surprise or the turnout but the journey. I hear them say that Violet is unrealistic in her apathy, and while it is exaggerated, at the same time it is understandable. There are cases out in the world where children weren't held, weren't shown compassion, and could barely function as humans. Some of those kids have been put in good families, but even in their adult years they still have struggled. If anything it's a miracle Violet even is as she is now, given she was only with Gilbert for 4 years. And I also know that people who really love action might not enjoy this anime. I however, as much as an anime action addict I am, still love this story. I'm not a huge crier, and I didn't cry. Maybe my eyes teared up and I was yelling at the tv for why things had to turn out as they did in some stories. I didn't cry, but I STILL felt my heart break. I suppose, in the end, your taste and how you view things will decide whether or not you like this anime. Of course, I'm absolutely no where near an expert, so I'd love if you guys could recommend to me what you guys would think are better anime than this.
To those people who read novels not just light novels can certainly like this because it's execution has similarities within those medium although it's source material is a light novel
Violet Evergarden is an incredible production top to bottom. The way they manage to completely immerse you and tell a complete, emotional story over the course of a single episode is an astonishing feat and watching Violet grow over the course of the series as this sort of reflection of humanity is uplifting and heart-warming.
As far as single episodes go, nothing this year will beat episode 10 where you can literally predict how it will end after the first 5 minutes, yet the execution is so expertly done that you'll find yourself in tears anyway. Also, the soundtrack. My god, the soundtrack. I've been listening to it on the way to and from work almost every day for the past couple of months and it simply doesn't get old.
I will say, while it's without a doubt the most important show of the year and one that will remain important for the industry as a whole, it's edged out as my favorite show of the year by "A Place Further Than The Universe." Some of that preference can be attributed to Evergarden's generally depressing setting as well as the main character being harder to relate to. However, "A Place Further Than The Universe" has a ton of outstanding, genuinely hilarious characters, a driving plot and emotional resonance that almost rivals Evergarden at times.
Definitely recommend both wholeheartedly (and also Yuru Camp!!!)
Violet evergarden 1 of the rarest gems in nowadays anime.
God that scene with the lake and the parasol.... As soon as I saw it, I balled my eyes out. It had so much meaning, it was so beautiful, AH.
Hum.... Do you have a website or list somewhere for Certified Frosty. I loved Violet Evergarden, I want to see what else is this level of awesome.
This needs to exist
Love this, been pushing for more VE content since the show came out. I know it's not for everyone, but I feel like anyone who didn't see it missed out on one of the greatest, most beautiful experiences that the medium has to offer.
Violet's character development is extremely underrated because it is a master class of subtlety. Let's just look at some of her improvements: recognizes her own emotions, empathizes with others, develops self-worth, overcomes loss, and deals with her guilt. After all that she goes through she is able to find a degree of peace and meaning. Not only that, but the way she carries herself and the intent in her eyes has been given consideration with the wonderful animation. I love this show.
Yes! I agree on everything you said in this video. Violet evergarden is just an truly amazing anime. It's one of the best I have seen in a long while
I mean episode 10 alone made me cry my eyes out!
This anime made me cry a lot. Thank you for recommending this anime. More people should watch this! This reminds me of Mushishi, Haibane Reimei, and 2003 Kino no Tabi. More people should watch episodic animes for these are usually well made with individual episodes that can be a stand alone story.
I watched the series out of curiosity because everyone was talking about it so much and the story and setting keep me interested till the end. Im more of the mecha anime fan, specifically the Gundam franchise, and sometimes I want to experience something new and different.
Not quite the same reason I gave Violet a try, but close enough.
Violet Evergarden is a Damn good drama series. It is beautifully animated work and one of the finest series I've watched in a long time.
It's a shame its a Netflix exclusive and was made even worse that it was time-walled for the US as well. This is a show everyone should watch.
one of the sure best for the year. The beautiful production and emotion drags along her journey is just so memorable. I agree with Nakada 100% that if you like anime, do not miss this show.
YASSSSSS. Story was amazing, music was fantastic and animation was beautiful!!
Thank you so much! I love Violet Evergarden and have waited so long for a video like this.
My favorite tear-jerking episodes: the writer (episode 8?) & the daughter (episode 10).
God this show is good.
God just thinking about it still makes me fucking cry. Thank you for making a video on this Jewel of an anime. Deserves more publicity.
Here we go... feels ultimate: 2018 edition...
I was waiting for this, last week I said to myself, "I wonder if GR is going to review Violet Evergarden". thanks for answering in a way I never expected.
One of the few anime that isnt just dumb humour, it feels like either old anime or the ungodly rare anime that isnt just some Harem or basic comedy even if not a tag.
I was impressed with your accurate indication. Especially when watching this work, the choice of language was very important. I watched it in English and Japanese, but both have different impressions. Both were good.
What I like the most about this anime is how realistic they deal with post-war trauma, how a soldier like Violet needs to adapt after the war ended, and deal with the scars that the war caused and even she caused to others, hell, she even reject the notion of blindly following orders at the end of the season, and don't want to kill anyone anymore, she stop being a drone and become a fully realise person at the end.
THANK YOUUUUU!!! I have long been waiting to watch this but didn’t know if it was good, but since my favourite reviewer pretty much said he loved it, I am not even going to hold back TIME TO BINNGE WATCH
This anime touched my heart unlike any other anime ever could. The emotional appeal was just too much to handle!
In simple words, Violet Evergarden is a masterpiece.
This is what I normally say, but there is a flaw that I feel should be pointed out. Violet Evergarden depends too much on a single emotion to provide entertainment. ie. Sadness. Now I know that this is purely what some of you want. Maybe you watched it just to experience that emotion. But when talking about general interest, I'd say that Violet Evergarden is honestly too depressing. At least for me, there is not one scene that lightens the mood a little or provides happiness. The whole journey is amazing, yet pretty depressing. There is barely any usage of any other emotion. This anime is still definitely a masterpiece, but to make it even better, what they could have done is show us how Violet finds happiness after acceptance Gilbert's fate. Even though it would be non canon, I feel this is important to the overall story. This could be done in a number of ways such as extending the number of episodes, airing a season two or even an alternate storyline.
Also, looks like there's a movie coming in a few years. Hopefully it does not make the same mistake I feel this anime made.
Ps. This is entirely my opinion
Thank you, Arkada. I needed a reason to watch this show again and to watch it with a friend this time. You got impeccable timing and I’m grateful for that.
The show is so good, I had to hold back tears just from Arkada reviewing it. I personally watched the sub, and I cried every episode in the second half. Most beautiful anime in every sense of the word.
I went to watch this after a couple minutes of you video and I just finished the first episode and I felt so emotional. I’m def gonna cry every episode
YEYEYYSYSYSY Thanks Arkada. The more people who watch this anime you brought up the same points as me, great service by making this video
Violet Evergarden and The Ancient Magus' Bride both had me bawling my eyes out throughout their entire airing. I definitely have to say that your Up! analogy was spot on. Why did I not think of that before? Now, when are we going to see a review of Full Metal Panic: Invisible Victory since nobody else in AniTube seems to be talking about it?
I cried so much through this show. So good.
The first letter she writes... "I'm just so happy you're alive." That hit hard...
that show will tug at the heart strings
violet evergarden is one of my favorite anime ever! i'm so happy that you reviewed it, i have been telling people to watch it ever since its release, now i can finally point them to this video for a list of reasons why they need to watch this show!
I'm not scared to say that I shed some tears with this anime 😭
Thank you Arcada, finally someone said how I feel about Violet Evergarden and why it's my favourite anime ever. Knowing someone appreciates this show as much as I do makes me very happy.
Yes Finally !!!!! Violet Evergarden is so good.
Watching the damn clips had me tearing up remembering the beautiful story telling and emotional rollercoaster of this show. What a trip
I cried from just the intro. Made me think back to how much I enjoyed watching the series and seeing you so passionate about it made me very happy
It's good to hear the contrasting opinions. Some say it's so emotional/tears were shed. Others say it was just kinda boring.
Now I know for sure what to expect. You have to go into it _wanting_ an emotional experience. Otherwise you might be let down.
Is it me or is the audio in this vid really low. I had to crank up the volume on my speakers. There's also some weird editing going on.. Like 3:41. Idk if you got a new editor, but I'm just pointing it out cause it bugged me a little.
Yes, it sounds really weird for me too, as if his usual microphone was turned off and he had to use the audio from the camera instead, or something to that effect. Also I had to look for various keywords before finding your comment mentioning the issue... which seems strange.
Yeah, I got my speakers cranked and YT maxed.... only to reach normal. Can't hear it from across the room.
Your intro has me sold on this show, I’m not even going to watch the rest of this so I can go into the show knowing as little as possible. Thank you Arkada!
This anime is one of the most beautifully animated, I swear...😭
I'm so glad Semblance of Sanity started reacting to this. It was the impetus for me to watch it and now it's one of my favorite things ever.
I'm also watching A Place Further Than The Universe for the same reason.
I would have missed out on the shows otherwise. There's just so much fucking anime and I have so little time nowadays compared to back in High School.
This show was SO great. It outperformed everything i watched these last years. I have not cried so much since clannad and clannad was 4 times as long.
I will miss it and id love to see another season.
Great review! I disagree on one very specific point, though:
You said that the first season isn't complete, but I think it basically is. Like ignoring that bit in the epilogue, it resolved basically every plot thread, and I think part of the beauty is that the show makes it very clear that this isn't the "end" of any of the characters' lives, just the end of this incredibly significant phase, which I think is beautiful.
Just my opinion, though!
Violet Evergarden is amazing, period.
As someone who has watched it before, I strongly agree with glass reflection it's anime that should be part of anyone's list to watch.