"THIS IS CINEMA": Dandadan anime's premiere has fans cock-a-hoop

Modified Oct 04, 2024 18:30 GMT

Dandadan anime has finally made its explosive debut, and fans are completely cock-a-hoop. The series chronicles the story of Momo Ayase, a typical high school girl who doesn't believe in ghosts but is quite obsessed with aliens, and Okarun, the boy who believes in ghosts but denies the existence of extraterrestrial life.

All this collides their worlds as supernatural and alien forces merge, making this a wildly chaotic adventure full of humor and action. As one of the most anticipated shows in the Fall season, its premiere has already created much stir, making everyone very much look forward and raising expectations for the series' future.

Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's opinion and includes spoilers from the Dandadan anime.

How fans reacted to Dandadan anime's premiere, explored

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With the premiere of Dandadan anime, viewers were thrilled as reactions flooded in regarding this cinematic masterpiece. What captures the full sense of extreme excitement and praise is shown in the comment "This is Cinema!!".

Everything from the voice acting to the plot and atmosphere has been praised to the very last detail. For many, a great balance between action and comedy can be seen to have been made. This anime's energy managed to capture the spirit of its manga.

The voice actors were amazing, especially Shion Wakayama as Momo, and Natsuki Hanae was perfect for the role of Okarun. Fans praised how perfect the chemistry between the characters and the relevance of the dialogue gives a dynamic depth to their interaction. For example, the seamless transitions from comedy to action succeeded in keeping the fans engaged.

"Only the first episode released and already elevating the manga more in the anime the colors are so vibrant which I love and the animation of course is amazing." - someone said.

"Anime of the year best girl of the year surpass the big 3 its just big dandadan absolute cinema" - another fan said.

"DanDaDan I read the manga last year and i liked the crazy plot. They hv an anime now and the visual is magnificent" - a fan mentioned.

Further, the Dandadan was complimented on the animation, with Science SARU being pretty good with adding a lot of detailed work. Scenes with Turbo Grandma speeding at super speed and also random aliens and spirit fights were thus shown in detail.

"I’m so glad Science Saru is the studio handling the Dandadan anime adaptation. Everything they touch is a work of art" - someone said.

The music of the anime was also another significant talking point. The opening, Otonoke by Creepy Nuts, and ending songs, TAIDADA by ZUTOMAYO, along with their catchy tunes and vibrant visuals, really enhance the immersive quality.

Audiences are eager for Dandadan to progress from here onwards in the rest of the episodes. It's expected that the adaptation will continue with its frantic action, humor, and heartfelt moments. The first episode of Dandadan anime has set the bar high, leaving the anime community buzzing and in the hope that the series will maintain its momentum.

What makes Dandadan so special, explained

Ayase Momo and Takakura Ken as seen in anime (Image via Science SURU)

Dandadan is the unique peculiar mix of supernatural horror and absurd humor that makes it unique. While the series is on occult themes such as spirits and aliens, it gives a comedic twist that breaks the traditional tension associated with the elements.

The gross visual style of characters like Turbo Granny and the Serpoians still brings something funny contrastive to horror in their actions, such as a bizarre fixation with human genitals.

This playful unpredictability is a key feature of Dandadan. It can reach the perfect balance between eerie tension and lighter moments, crafting a fresh way into the supernatural genre. It makes this anime an experience that is unique within genres.

Final thoughts

Dandadan anime has successfully captured the attention of its audience since the very first episode, blending supernatural chaos, humor, and action most impeccably. The voice acting, the animation, and the musical aspects all praise is given for.

The fans are looking forward to seeing how the story will play out. Since high expectations have already been set, maintaining the momentum of the series in bringing entertainment as well as emotional depth is promised.