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Wish Upon the Pleiades
Subaru is a young girl who discovers that her best friend Aoi is part of magical group trying to gather engine fragments so that a little being from Pleiades can return to his home. Subaru considers joining them as she was chosen by the Pleiadian, president of this afterschool club. A collaboration between Gainax and the car maker Subaru.
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Plot Summary
In a world where a comet has just passed, the transfer student, Akane, is haunted by visions of a mysterious boy and a catastrophic future. To prevent this grim destiny, she must help a group of alien girls called the Pleiadians to gather 'seeds of happiness' from Earth. These seeds are essential for their planet's survival and for Akane to confront her own fears and insecurities.
Critical Reception
Wish Upon the Pleiades is a visually stunning anime series that garnered praise for its unique art style, emotional depth, and thought-provoking themes of destiny and hope. While its pacing occasionally drew minor criticism, the overall sentiment was positive, with many appreciating its blend of science fiction and heartfelt drama.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its distinctive visual aesthetic and innovative animation.
Appreciated for its touching narrative exploring themes of connection and sacrifice.
Noted for its engaging character development and emotional resonance.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented for this specific title, but general anime fan communities often highlight its beautiful animation and poignant story.
Fun Fact
The series was produced by Production I.G, known for other acclaimed anime titles like 'Ghost in the Shell' and 'Psycho-Pass'.
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