RErideD – Derrida, who leaps through time –
In 2050 engineer Derrida Yvain is famous for his contribution to "Autonomous Machine DZ," at his father's company, Rebuild. But when he and his colleague Nathan discover a dangerous flaw in their creation, their warnings go ignored. The next day after Nathan's daughter Mage's birthday party, the group barely escapes an attack by unknown forces, leading to Derrida's unwitting captivity in cryogenic stasis. Ten years later, he emerges in a world at war with the mechanical lifeforms he helped create. Now, he fights to survive his nightmare future to make good his promise to "Take care of Mage."
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Plot Summary
In a future where humanity has been wiped out by a mysterious plague, a young man named Derrida is tasked with a mission. He must travel back in time to find a cure and prevent the catastrophe. However, his journey through time is fraught with danger and moral dilemmas as he grapples with the consequences of altering the past.
Critical Reception
RErideD – Derrida, who leaps through time – is a Japanese anime series that garnered niche attention for its ambitious time-travel narrative and philosophical undertones. While praised for its unique concept and complex plot, it received mixed reactions regarding its pacing and character development, with some finding it convoluted and others appreciating its thought-provoking nature.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intricate time-travel plot and exploration of existential themes.
- Criticized by some for its sometimes confusing narrative structure and slow pacing.
- Appreciated for its unique premise and the philosophical questions it raises.
Google audience: Audience reviews for RErideD are scarce, but the general sentiment among viewers who have engaged with the series is that it offers a distinct and intellectually stimulating experience. Some found the narrative complex and rewarding, while others struggled with its ambiguity and slower moments.
Fun Fact
The series is based on the concept of Jacques Derrida's deconstructionist philosophy, exploring themes of memory, identity, and the nature of reality through its time-traveling protagonist.
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