Bronze: Zetsuai Since 1989
Famous rockstar Kouji Nanjou has fallen in love with Izumi Takuto, a soccer player with dreams of seeing "real" soccer in Italy. In angsty boy-love fashion, the story consists of Kouji stopping at nothing to have Izumi stay with him, Izumi dealing with his feelings until the time comes where he has no choice but to decide, and all the other things the two must face and the problems from Kouji's family.
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Plot Summary
This OVA, based on Minami Ozaki's manga, explores the intense and tumultuous relationship between rock star Akira Okudaira and his childhood friend, talented athlete K Foundation.
Critical Reception
As an OVA adaptation of a highly influential manga, 'Bronze: Zetsuai Since 1989' is primarily appreciated by fans of the source material and the shōjo/BL genre. Critical reception often focuses on its faithful, albeit condensed, adaptation of the manga's dramatic emotional core and its distinctive art style, though some may find the pacing or narrative focus challenging.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its emotional intensity and connection to the beloved manga.
- Appreciated for its visual style that attempts to capture the manga's aesthetic.
- Recognized as a significant, albeit niche, entry in the Boys' Love genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this OVA are scarce, but it is generally regarded by fans of the 'Zetsuai' manga as a worthwhile, if brief, visual representation of the story's intense character dynamics and emotional struggles.
Fun Fact
The manga 'Zetsuai' is considered a pioneering work in the Boys' Love genre, influencing many subsequent works.
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