LikeTwin Peaks,Utenaestablishes a comforting yet off-kilter rhythm that threatens to become aimless.
Everyone has rose-tinted glasses, preventing them from confronting the illusions proliferating their nostalgia-rich school terrarium.
Rather than have Utena play prince by saving Anthy and her adversaries, she pushes them to save themselves.
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Whenever characters in Utena feel some way, they express it aggressively.
Utenas unassuming character design and premise are one of animes best honey traps.
Its relationships, even those between Utena and Anthy, are messier than they appear.
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Its sibling relationships, many of which are rife with brother-sister complexes, are even more disturbing.
The entire series is overwhelmingly captivating and teeming with gripping twists and revelations.
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