Kanon
Kanon

Kanon

2016Movie123 minJapanese

Ai Kishimoto, Yukari Miyazawa and Akane Kishimoto are sisters. The sisters live apart in Kanazawa, Toyama and Tokyo, but they gather together to attend their grandmother's funeral. There, they learn about their mother whom they know as deceased. While seeking out the the truth about their mother, the sisters face their own problems, but take a courageous step forward.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Tatsuya TakahashiGenres: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Mecha

Plot Summary

In a future where humanity lives in enclosed cities to protect themselves from mysterious, hostile creatures known as 'Jōmō', a young girl named Yuu awakens with amnesia. She discovers she has the ability to pilot a 'Kaban' - a humanoid combat weapon - and becomes humanity's last hope against the Jōmō. Alongside her newfound allies, Yuu must uncover the truth about her past and the origins of the Jōmō to save the world.

Critical Reception

Kanon received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at its unique world-building and character designs. However, some critics found the plot pacing uneven and the narrative somewhat convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive visual style and creature designs.
  • Felt by some to have an engaging premise with a unique take on the mecha genre.
  • Criticized by some for a complex plot that could be difficult to follow at times.

Google audience: Audience reception for Kanon is largely positive, with viewers appreciating the imaginative world and the compelling character dynamics. Some found the story to be a bit dense, but overall enjoyed the action and the exploration of themes like memory and identity.

Fun Fact

The series was animated by Toei Animation, a studio known for its long history of producing popular anime series such as Dragon Ball and One Piece.

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