"Literary Girl Memoir I" Review: Will the Prelude to a Dreamy Girl Exceed Expectations?

"Bungaku Shoujo Memoir I: Prelude of the Dreaming Girl" - A deep look into the moving OVA

"Bungaku Shoujo Memoir I: Prelude of a Dreaming Girl" is an OVA based on the super popular light novel series "Bungaku Shoujo" by Nomura Mizuki. Released on June 25, 2010, and produced by Production IG, it is loved by many fans as a video work that brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest. In this article, we will thoroughly explain the detailed information and charm of the work, as well as the recommended points.

Overview

"Bungaku Shoujo Memoir I: Prelude of the Dreaming Girl" was produced as an OVA with three episodes. The titles of each episode are as follows:

• #1 Prelude for the Dreaming Girl - June 25, 2010
• #2 Requiem of an Angel Dancing in the Sky - October 29, 2010
• #3 Rhapsody of a Maiden in Love - December 24, 2010

Each episode is about 24 minutes long, and is based on an episode from the original manga, but also includes original stories. It is published by Enterbrain and distributed by Pony Canyon, and the production committee includes Enterbrain, Pony Canyon, TO Entertainment, Lantis, and Kadokawa Contents Gate.

story

The main character, Amano Touko, is a third-year junior high school student who calls herself a "literary girl." She has the special ability to actually put the pages in her mouth and "taste" the work. Having lost her parents at an early age, Touko lives with her mother's friend, Sakurai Kanoko's son, Ryuto.

One day, while visiting the publishing company where her father worked, Touko comes across a piece called "Like the Blue Sky" among the submissions for a new writer's award. This encounter with this piece would change Touko's life dramatically. The story depicts Touko's growth through her pure love of literature and her interactions with the people around her.

character

The appeal of this work lies in the unique characters. The main characters are introduced below.

Amano Touko

Voice actor: Kana Hanazawa

Touko, whose trademark is her long braided hair, is a girl who loves literary works. She cannot taste ordinary food, but instead eats books and "tastes" their contents. She has a drive that is hard to imagine from her appearance, and is the type to act immediately when she thinks of something. Touko's purity and passion for literature enhance the story as a whole.

Sakurai Ryuto

Voice actor: Mamoru Miyano

Ryuto is the son of the Sakurai family, who look after Touko, and is a handsome young man with a mature appearance. He is a troublemaker who is always flirting with women, but he is portrayed as being in awe of Touko, and cannot stand up to her, as if she were an older sister. Ryuto's character is an important presence that supports Touko's growth.

Fumiyo Amano & Yui

Voice actors: Keiji Fujiwara (Fumiyo), Kikuko Inoue (Yui)

They are Touko's parents, who passed away in a traffic accident. Fumiyo is the editor in charge of the writer, Sakurai Kanoko, and Touko inherited her book-eating habit from him. Yui also once aspired to be a writer, so it can be said that Touko's love of literature was inherited from her parents.

Sakurai Kanoko

Voice actor: Kotono Mitsuishi

She is Ryuto's mother and a famous writer known for her shocking style of writing. She has been best friends with Yui since middle school, and is cold towards Touko. However, deep inside she is deeply considerate, and is also there to watch over Touko's growth.

Sasaki

He is an editor at Kunpusha and continues to care about Touko even after her father, Fumiyo, passes away. He was in charge of Kokoha when "Like the Blue Sky" was published, and plays an important role in understanding and supporting Touko's passion for literature.

Touko's classmate

Although Touko's classmates are perplexed by her passionate speeches about literary works, they grow through their interactions with her, such as by offering her sweets in exchange for borrowing their notebooks. Their presence colors Touko's daily life and plays an important role in depicting her growth.

Production Staff

Many talented staff members participated in the production of this work. The main staff members are introduced below.

Director: Shunsuke Tada

Director Shunsuke Tada has succeeded in faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work while bringing out its appeal as a visual work. His direction beautifully depicts Touko's pure love for literature and her growth.

Character design and chief animation director: Keita Matsumoto

The character designs by Keita Matsumoto have faithfully captured the imagery of the original work while also achieving the beautiful visuals that are unique to the OVA. Touko's facial expressions and gestures in particular express her inner thoughts in great detail.

Music: Masumi Ito

The music by Masumi Ito is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. The opening theme "Musou Teien" and the ending theme "Koto no Ha" have beautiful melodies that reflect Touko's feelings and capture the hearts of viewers.

Evaluation and Appeal

"Bungaku Shoujo Memoir I: Prelude of the Dreaming Girl" has a strong appeal not only to fans of the original work, but also to those who are experiencing the work for the first time. We will explain its appeal in detail from the following points.

1. A pure love of literature

Touko's pure love of literature is a consistent theme throughout the series. The scene where she eats a book to "taste" its contents is visually striking and emblematic of her character, while the various literary works she encounters allow viewers to experience the appeal of literature as well.

2. Growth and Relationships

The central theme of the series is Touko's growth and her relationships with the people around her. Viewers will be touched by her journey as she overcomes the grief of losing her parents and builds a new life with the Sakurai family. Touko's growth is also shown through her interactions with characters such as Ryuto, Kanoko, and Sasaki.

3. Beautiful visuals and music

The beautiful visuals by Production IG and the music by Masumi Ito further enhance the appeal of the work. The detailed depiction of Touko's facial expressions, gestures, and backgrounds is particularly impressive, drawing the viewer into the world of the story. The opening and ending theme songs also add to the atmosphere of the work with their beautiful melodies that reflect Touko's feelings.

4. Original Episode

This work is based on the episodes of the original work, but also includes an original story. This allows fans of the original work to enjoy the story from a fresh perspective. In addition, the unique visual expression of OVA further deepens the worldview of the original work.

Related Titles

"Literary Girl Memoir I: Prelude of a Dreaming Girl" can be enjoyed together with the following related works.

• Literary Girl Today's Snack First Love
• Literary Girl
• Literary Girl Memoirs Ⅱ Requiem of an Angel Dancing in the Sky
• Literary Girl Memoirs Ⅲ Rhapsody of a Maiden in Love

Watching these films in order will give you a deeper understanding of Touko's growth and the changes in her relationships, and each film has its own appeal, making it enjoyable to watch the entire series.

Recommended points

Below are some reasons why we recommend "Literary Girl Memoir I: Prelude of a Dreaming Girl."

1. A must-see for literature lovers

Touko's pure love for literature is something that literature-lovers can empathize with. Through the various literary works she encounters, viewers can also discover new literary charms.

2. A moving story

Touko's growth and changing relationships are deeply moving stories that will touch viewers' hearts. Her journey from overcoming the grief of losing her parents to building a new life will resonate with many viewers.

3. Beautiful visuals and music

The beautiful visuals by Production IG and the music by Masumi Ito further enhance the appeal of the work. The detailed depiction of Touko's facial expressions, gestures, and backgrounds is particularly impressive, drawing the viewer into the world of the story. The opening and ending theme songs also add to the atmosphere of the work with their beautiful melodies that reflect Touko's feelings.

4. Original Episode

This work is based on the episodes of the original work, but also includes an original story. This allows fans of the original work to enjoy the story from a fresh perspective. In addition, the unique visual expression of OVA further deepens the worldview of the original work.

Conclusion

"Bungaku Shoujo Memoir I: Prelude of a Dreaming Girl" is a moving OVA work that depicts Touko's pure love for literature and her growth. The world view of the original work is further deepened by beautiful visuals, music, and original episodes. It is a must-see work for viewers who love literature, and the moving story will resonate with many people. Please watch this work and feel Touko's growth and changes in relationships.