Rainbow: Nishakubou no shichinin

" Dark, gritty, and powerful, this isn't your typical anime".

I can't put in words on how amazing this anime was, it really caught me by surprise. The music was absolutely amazing, especially the opening which got me hyped, the visuals were well done and I didn't really have any problems with it. The tone or the vibes this anime was gave off was crazy, sometimes I would be happy, sometimes sad, I almost cried one time also. The attention to detail this anime gave was amazing, how post war japan was like and the trials and tribulations the people had to go through. I was moved by what the people had to go through, it feels real because it is based on things that actually happened and so I was really connected with the characters. The plot and the pacing was well done, it wasn't too slow or too fast. A single episode wasn't wasted and had some meaning to it. The themes this anime discusses include friendship, humility and perseverance, and they did it in way that wont hurt the plot, characters, or the story. It really is a true slice of life anime...

Overall it was really done, I loved it and I really enjoyed it, top 5 anime that I have watched so far. Things that I had slight problems with it include telling more about their origin stories, I felt like the some of the 7 main characters didn't get enough spotlight. They should have done a couple of more episodes based in the juvenile centre because it felt pretty short, and some interaction with the other inmates. Lastly some parts were questionable and unanswered.

Memorable: Sort of Rewatchable: Yes.

Honestly, I love this anime. It is absolutely a work of art and a masterpiece' The story is very interesting and is full of so many plots and unexpected scenes that would totally shock the audience! It's about how 7 kids were placed in the same cell in a disciplinary school and became strong friends. They were violated and abused by a guard and a doctor in the prison even though all they wanted to do was to be free. They especially wanted their "Bro" to be free more than them! The guard and doctor were trying their hardest to keep "Bro" in the disciplinary school by framing him and tempting him to break a rule in order to save his friends or to save his own life! I honestly think that I've cried more watching this anime than in Naruto. I don't think it's just me but every time I see an antagonist doing something wrong to the boys I've always felt like punching him. The anime truly taught me that strong friendships would last till the very end. In my opinion, I don't think much people even know about this anime even though it's worth attention. Plus it's only 26 episodes! I honestly 110% recommend this anime for any anime watchers not only because the anime is a masterpiece but because it should receive the attention it truly deserves!

"Rainbow" tells the story of seven boys in a harsh reform school in post-WW2 Japan and their attempts to survive, escape and realize their dreams in the outside world. They have to deal with a sadistic guard and an abusive doctor that use their authority to make their lives miserable and destroy every ray of hope that they might have. In the process, their bonds grow stronger and stronger. In the 26 episodes of the anime, the story remains fast-paced and engaging, and by the end, we have a chance to see all the characters develop in interesting ways, and the story reach a powerful, satisfying ending. For me, this was one of those special series that you enjoy so much and remember the characters (and the author) with fondness (similar ones are "Kaiji" and "Akagi"). I strongly recommend it.

Truly when speaking of a Seinen, Mature, Adult-like animes Rainbow is definitely one of the top ones. This show almost leaves no place for the comedy side of anime which I like. I prefer less comedy more seriousness and this anime delivered it to 100% The story, drama, characters, development, build up, this anime got everything, there are happy moments, there are sad moments, and as we follow these 7 individuals in a tough environment, each with different backgrounds and struggles and dreams, you start to like them one by one as they progress with their unbreakable friendship, in this anime you will see the very represenation of what True Friends Are For. I recommend it 10/10

Man, this anime need some attention! Only one word i can say about this anime - It's 'masterpiece'