November 13, 2024 12:44 pm
It's a project you can't afford to miss.
Look Back is based on the manga of the same name by Tatsuki Fujimoto. In this story, the author of Chainsaw Man abandons fantasy in favor of a poignant tale of friendship and creativity.
What Is Look Back About?
Schoolgirl Fujino loves yonkoma, a short manga published in the school newspaper. She draws it by imagining herself, her classmates, and her teacher in funny situations.
One day, the teacher asks the girl to give one of her columns to another student who does not go to school. Fujino agrees, but soon realizes that Kyomoto has real talent: she draws much better. This encourages Fujino to take drawing seriously.
The story, which starts out as a Bakuman-style spokon, gradually turns into a touching drama about two very different girls who are united by their passion for creativity.
The relationship between Fujino and Kyomoto is the basis of both the manga and the adaptation. While Fujino envied her friend's talent, she was her fan.
But the most important thing about Look Back is how the manga confounds the reader's expectations. Intended to be a story of friendship and overcoming, what you get is a tragic statement about loss and the difficulty of accepting someone's death.
The Anime Is Made by the Chainsaw Man Director
Kiyotaka Oshiyama directed, wrote and designed the characters. In the past, he worked on the characters in Chainsaw Man and on anime such as Mob Psycho 100, Doraemon the Movie, and FLCL Alternative.
The anime has received positive reviews from critics and viewers. On Rotten Tomatoes, Look Back has a 100% rating with 99% approval from viewers. Among the fans of Look Back is game designer Hideo Kojima.
The Adaptation Is Faithful to the Original Source
The anime follows the text of the manga closely, only adding certain episodes here and there, such as the adaptation of one of Fujino's yonkoma. At the same time, the art looks much simpler than the original, especially in comparison to the adaptation of Chainsaw Man.
At the same time, the simplified visuals do not spoil the story, there are still enough details and trifles in the frame. It just lacks action and unnecessary dynamics. As in the manga, such episodes remain behind the scenes.
But Kiyotaka Oshiyama manages to convey the spirit of perseverance and determination with which the girls work on their stories. This is achieved through the little routines that are so much a part of working on a manga.
Where to Watch Look Back?
Look Back is available to stream on Prime Video.
It's a project you can't afford to miss.
Look Back is based on the manga of the same name by Tatsuki Fujimoto. In this story, the author of Chainsaw Man abandons fantasy in favor of a poignant tale of friendship and creativity.
What Is Look Back About?
Schoolgirl Fujino loves yonkoma, a short manga published in the school newspaper. She draws it by imagining herself, her classmates, and her teacher in funny situations.
One day, the teacher asks the girl to give one of her columns to another student who does not go to school. Fujino agrees, but soon realizes that Kyomoto has real talent: she draws much better. This encourages Fujino to take drawing seriously.
The story, which starts out as a Bakuman-style spokon, gradually turns into a touching drama about two very different girls who are united by their passion for creativity.
The relationship between Fujino and Kyomoto is the basis of both the manga and the adaptation. While Fujino envied her friend's talent, she was her fan.
But the most important thing about Look Back is how the manga confounds the reader's expectations. Intended to be a story of friendship and overcoming, what you get is a tragic statement about loss and the difficulty of accepting someone's death.
The Anime Is Made by the Chainsaw Man Director
Kiyotaka Oshiyama directed, wrote and designed the characters. In the past, he worked on the characters in Chainsaw Man and on anime such as Mob Psycho 100, Doraemon the Movie, and FLCL Alternative.
The anime has received positive reviews from critics and viewers. On Rotten Tomatoes, Look Back has a 100% rating with 99% approval from viewers. Among the fans of Look Back is game designer Hideo Kojima.
The Adaptation Is Faithful to the Original Source
The anime follows the text of the manga closely, only adding certain episodes here and there, such as the adaptation of one of Fujino's yonkoma. At the same time, the art looks much simpler than the original, especially in comparison to the adaptation of Chainsaw Man.
At the same time, the simplified visuals do not spoil the story, there are still enough details and trifles in the frame. It just lacks action and unnecessary dynamics. As in the manga, such episodes remain behind the scenes.
But Kiyotaka Oshiyama manages to convey the spirit of perseverance and determination with which the girls work on their stories. This is achieved through the little routines that are so much a part of working on a manga.
Where to Watch Look Back?
Look Back is available to stream on Prime Video.
