Cream Lemon: Magic Doll
Cream Lemon: Magic Doll

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Cream Lemon: Magic Doll

2007
Movie
70 min
Japanese

Shoko, Ryuta's ex-girlfriend, is left brain dead after a traffic accident. Shoko's brother and Ryuta were classmates and best friends in medical school. One day, Ryuta receives a request to track down a famous person who has gone missing. That person is Shoko's brother, a genius doctor and artificial intelligence researcher, only 25 years old. He was a rising star who had published one groundbreaking paper after another and was hailed as someone who would fundamentally change the world of artificial intelligence, but he disappeared a year ago, betraying the expectations of those around him.

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Director: Katsuaki AsanoGenres: Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, OVA

Plot Summary

The story centers on Ryohei, a high school student who finds himself in a peculiar situation when he stumbles upon a mysterious doll that comes to life. This magical doll, named "Magic Doll," possesses the ability to fulfill wishes, but not without unforeseen and often comical consequences. Ryohei must navigate the chaotic life that ensues as his desires are twisted by the doll's unpredictable magic.

Critical Reception

As an OVA episode within the Cream Lemon series, 'Magic Doll' received modest attention primarily within its niche fanbase. It is generally regarded as a typical entry in the series, known for its ecchi elements and often surreal humor. Critical reception is difficult to gauge with broad metrics, as OVAs from this era often had limited mainstream reviews. Audience reception tends to focus on its adherence to the series' established tone and visual style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a blend of supernatural wish-fulfillment and ecchi comedy.

  • Visually representative of early 2000s OVA animation styles.

  • Presents a lighthearted, albeit sometimes nonsensical, narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this specific OVA are scarce and often found on fan forums or niche anime sites. When discussed, comments generally acknowledge its comedic and fanservice-oriented nature, fitting within the broader 'Cream Lemon' franchise's reputation for experimental and often adult-themed animation.

Fun Fact

The 'Cream Lemon' series, to which 'Magic Doll' belongs, was known for its experimental and often controversial content, pushing boundaries in anime during its original run and subsequent OVAs.

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