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Made in Abyss

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Animation / Adventure / Drama / Fantasy / Psychological
Japan, (2017–2022), 10 h 48 min (Length: 24–48 min)

Based on:

Akihito Tsukushi (comic book)

Cinematography:

Tsunetaka Ema

Composer:

Kevin Penkin

Cast:

Mariya Ise, Miyu Tomita, Aki Toyosaki, Maaya Sakamoto, Mutsumi Tamura, Shiori Izawa, Yōko Sōmi, Miyuki Kobori, Taishi Murata, Masaya Fukunishi, Yūki Shin (more)
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Seasons(2) / Episodes(25)

Plots(1)

The enormous cave system, known as the Abyss, is the only unexplored place in the world. Nobody knows how deep down goes this titanic pit, inhabited by strange and wondrous creatures and full of mysterious ancient relics which purpose in unknown to modern man. Generations of bold adventurers have been drawn by the cryptic depths of the Abyss. In course of time those bold enough to explore the dangerous pit came to be known as "Cave Raiders." In Oosu, the town at the edge of the Abyss, there lives a little orphan named Rico, who dreams of becoming as great a cave raider as her mother was and solving the great mystery of the pit. One day exploring the murky depths she stumbles upon a little boy, who turns out to be a robot... (Sentai Filmworks)

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Reviews of this series by the user Jeoffrey (2)

Season 1 (2017) (S01) 

English In the beginning, this show really looks like it is just going to be a pleasant and exciting journey for some young people in search of adventure. From the first few episodes, it has the right atmosphere, where you feel like going on that journey with the main protagonists into the heart of the mystery, and you can also feel a desire to explore the unknown. In other words, I was reminded of all the good things about Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth. That means that it had all the mystery, a rich and wonderful world, just something that every adventure-seeking person would like to experience. It is all aided by the great animation, which is charming, colorful, sophisticated, and detailed. All of the mysterious creatures also helped, which reminded me once again that I used to want to be a biologist. In other words, it is a beautiful journey and an adventure through picturesque landscapes, even though at the same time it is more than that. From the moment Ozen (a very charismatic and attractive lady) appeared and warned us all accordingly, even the slow-to-understand among us (I mean me) felt that this was not going to be a typically merry journey through an unspoiled perfect world. I realized we were not going to be skipping through the meadows holding hands with Elmo and kissing Barney's ass. The ominous signs were there before, although I guess nothing could have prepared me for reality and the tenth episode. That was indeed an intense experience; I literally felt their pain, with chills running down my spine while I could not take my eyes off the screen. When the episode ended, I realized that I had had a very intense experience, and I felt the whole anime series had suddenly gotten really good. The contrast was delightful! I had to increase my rating immediately and I was looking forward to what was to come next. The anime's producers delivered another great show that gave me a powerful experience. The last episode was amazing, the emotions running high were palpable. In a few moments, they alternated between bittersweet and positive pleasant feelings which I found moving. So I have to say that the atmosphere of this show is excellent all throughout the season, so it does not get boring and is not dulled by the constant intensity. I am definitely convinced that I have watched something quite impressive (as my colleague said in their review), and I want to see and know more. I have my own ideas about what is at the center of the abyss and why it is called Made in Abyss, and I cannot wait to see if I have even come close with any of my theories. I also fell in love with the character Nanachi. I found this show intriguing, fascinating, and tense as hell - just great. Highly recommended. 9.7/10. ()

The Golden City of the Scorching Sun (2022) (S02) 

English There’s no question that the second season of Made in Abyss is simply a treat. There were a lot of things I probably wouldn't normally want to see, things that sent chills down my spine and even made me slightly nauseous at times. And yet it all made sense, felt incredibly intense, and I perversely enjoyed it. I wouldn't have believed that, once a week, I would feel like a passionate masochist who’s just been to a BDSM dungeon, and that it would bring a happy smile to my face because of how great it all was. The series literally tortures the viewer mentally but wraps it up in a story so powerful, emotional, logical, and clever that you'll wish it would never stop. Akihito Tsukushi is probably a very complicated personality, a writer with a huge imagination and a talent for profound and well-thought-out stories with more than one deeper message. Then again, I couldn't help feeling that this guy has some serious personal issues. During some scenes, I literally pictured Akihito as a little schoolboy who hates all his classmates and kids in general with a passion, and in his room, night after night, he tears up all his cute stuffed animals into bits and pieces, pretending they’re people he knows. And then this kid grew up and started writing fantasy... Made in Abyss not only knows how to sell all the powerful and gory scenes without sugarcoating it or censorship (they're not there just for effect), but it contrasts them with moments that are absolutely beautiful, making them stand out even more. It's often a literal rollercoaster of emotions. One moment it’s sending chills down your spine and the next you’re smiling, ending up completely moved by it, all in one episode. You don’t need to fear being bored by the series. What’s more, the whole story is set in beautiful and skillfully drawn scenery, inhabited by creatures of all shapes and sizes. It is fantasy at its best, with places you wouldn’t encounter in the real world and creatures you have never dreamed of. I do have one minor quibble, which is that we don't actually see much of the Abyss this time around. The setting is the same most of the time, but the series made up for this deficiency with all its peculiar inhabitants and their stories. The music is also excellent. Kevin Penkin can be rightfully proud of his work on this series. He considers it his best work yet, and I cannot but agree. The music is literally on a cinematic level in the last two episodes. Kevin knows how to use the choir, orchestra, and vocals - creating an impressive score that adds to the intensity and emotion of each scene. The second season of Made in Abyss was an absolute blast for me. It’s a great example of what fantasy, adventure, and drama should look like, and proof that the contrast between beauty and repulsion can be the source of some truly powerful moments. At the same time, it's also an example of great writing. Everything makes sense and the two storylines intertwine and complement each other perfectly. Plus, there are many moral dilemmas to ponder, such as what people are capable of in order to survive, or what can be of value to a person... If you've read this far, you probably know how I’m going to rate this - 10/10. () (less) (more)