A cult classic of the mecha genre and one of the most revolutionary anime series of the '90s, Hideaki Anno's Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most inventive and profound anime franchises in the medium's history. The series' longevity and immense cultural impact can be explained by countless things that make Evangelion stand out — its thematic complexity, experimental visuals and compelling deconstruction of mecha tropes and archetypes. Yet, what most fans see as Evangelion's biggest strength is its characters and, in particular, the inventive, compelling development of relationships between the members of the series' cast.
None of the heroes in Evangelion are particularly heroic. In fact, the series' cast consists of some of the most realistically flawed and damaged characters in the medium. This unorthodox approach to characterization results in the creation of some incredibly complex character dynamics, which elevate the series to the next level.
None of the heroes in Evangelion are particularly heroic. In fact, the series' cast consists of some of the most realistically flawed and damaged characters in the medium. This unorthodox approach to characterization results in the creation of some incredibly complex character dynamics, which elevate the series to the next level.
- 3/29/2024
- by Maria Remizova
- CBR
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