Janseon

If you enjoyed the TV series, the movie sequels are definitely worth watching. From the series to the movies, Violet Evergarden is an emotional masterpiece; I have yet to watch any TV show or movie that has explored emotions on such an intimate level. Violet Evergarden is one of the few series that has ever struck me so profoundly. While the slow pacing and emotional intensity are not everyone's cup of tea, there is just something magical about watching a character reclaim their humanity by learning to be human. If you want something fun to watch, I would look elsewhere. However, if you want to experience the beauty in a human experience, Violet Evergarden does it best.

Sub-Ratings
Violet Evergarden (TV Series): 8
Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll: 6
Violet Evergarden: The Movie: 10

Overall: 9

I can somewhat sympathize with what Marvel was attempting to accomplish with She-Hulk by highlighting Jennifer Walters's struggles to balance her regular and superhero identities in an unfiltered and unsensational style. However, it resulted in a rather mind-numbing series. The show attempts to follow a sitcom format but I would not describe She-Hulk as a comedy unless you find it funny how bland the show was. I didn't mind the fourth-wall break in the finale but it didn't resolve the show's other problems.

Arcane is incredible. I was initially skeptical of the positive reviews until I watched episode three (which I thought was an especially well-executed episode) and was immersed for the rest of the season. The storytelling is bold and creative. The characters (and their complex relationships with each other) are diverse, nuanced, and well-fleshed out. The technical aspects—animation, score, and voice-acting—are visually and auditorily impressive. I love the animation style: I'm always happy to see a mainstream Western animation successfully challenge the Disney/Pixar standard and push the medium forward.

The show had a unique personality that was very fitting to Wanda Maximoff. Although it was boring at times, I didn't mind the slow pacing because the build-up was successful in creating a sense of mystery. The ending, however, was especially boring as it was too formulaic and lost much of what had made the show unique.

This was one of the better MCU productions in the post-Endgame era. The series successfully created a story that captured Loki's character while fitting into the broader MCU storyline. However, I was never captivated by the story and felt a lack of connection to the characters.

This was a relatively exciting show to watch... until I finished it and immediately forgot about its existence. I enjoyed the relationship dynamic between Clint and Kate (who was the perfect character foil). The series felt shallow because there wasn't anything particularly unique or memorable.

I love that Marvel is diversifying their productions. The story of a Pakistani-American Muslim character's experience, which rarely appears in mainstream American media, is presented authentically, and I enjoyed the exploration of South Asian culture and history. While a singular character cannot fully represent such a large demographic, Kamala represents one family's story in a genuine way. The show also creates its unique identity through visuals and aesthetics to distinguish itself from other MCU productions. Everything else, however, is pretty average for a post-Endgame MCU production. The story itself fails to stand out; I found it to be generic and unengaging. The teenage elements were excessive and difficult to watch.

I enjoyed Marvel's exploration of Egyptian mythology and mental health illnesses, especially in Steven's and Marc's confrontations of their past. Unfortunately, this didn't help the overall lackluster story. Additionally, the CGI, lighting, and cinematography were occasionally jarring or difficult to follow. The series felt dull and messy, and the story lacks a deeper meaning.

This show was rather unmemorable to me. However, I do respect that the MCU explored challenging themes like the problematic symbol of Captain America. Overall, I felt the show was a bit messy.