The appeal and evaluation of "Kure-nai OVA": A deep story and the appeal of its characters

"Kure-nai OVA": The encounter between a boy from the abyss and a pure girl

"Kure-nai OVA" is an OVA based on the light novel by Kentaro Katayama, and was released in 2010. This work is a story about the meeting and growth of Shinkuro Kurenai, a high school student who is a trouble-solver with a dark past, and Murasaki Kuouin, the daughter of a large conglomerate. Below, we will introduce detailed information, reviews, and recommendations for this work.

Overview

The "Kure-nai" OVA was released on July 2, 2010 (episodes 1-3), and on December 3, 2010 (episodes 4-6). Each episode is about 30 minutes long, and the series is made up of 6 episodes. This OVA is included in the pre-order limited edition of the 5th and 6th volumes of the manga, which are released by Shueisha and come with an original anime DVD.

It was produced by Brain's Base and directed by Mamoru Matsuo. The original story was written by Kentaro Katayama, the original illustrations were by Yamato Yamamoto, and the character designs and animation direction was by Kumi Ishii. The music was composed by Ken Muramatsu, and the cast included a stellar cast of voice actors, including Miyuki Sawashiro, Aoi Yuki, and Ryoko Shintani.

story

The story of "Kure-nai OVA" begins with the meeting of Kurenai Shinkurou, a high school student with a dark background who is a troublemaker, and Kuouin Murasaki, the daughter of a wealthy conglomerate. Shinkurou dreams of a normal life while protecting himself with a polite smile, but at the same time he is conflicted with his own past. On the other hand, Murasaki is an innocent girl who does not curse her fate or know the outside world, and her eyes are pure and fearless. The story depicts how the two grow as they see each other's reflections as they meet.

Although Shinkurou mocks himself by saying, "I'm the fool...", he is touched by Murasaki's words, "Don't make fun of me just because I'm a child!" From their different positions as child and adult, woman and man, the two understand each other and become stronger by finding what they need to protect. This story is a story of human relationships and growth, as symbolized by the words on the Brain's Base official website, "When you find something to protect, you can become strong."

character

Each character in the "Kure-nai OVA" has a deep background that enriches the story. The main characters are introduced below.

• Shinkuro Kurenai (voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro)
  He is a first-year student at Seiryo Academy and works as a trouble-shooter. Due to his tragic upbringing, he seeks a normal life and lives in Samidare House. He has a casual personality and gets along well with his neighbors.
• Kuouin Yukari (voiced by Aoi Yuki)
  She is the daughter of the wealthy Kuuhouin family, and is an innocent girl who knows nothing of the outside world. Although she appears cheerful and selfish, she has an honest and rebellious spirit towards her fate. She grows as a person through her encounter with Shinkurou.
• Yuno Kuzutsuki (voiced by Ryoko Shintani)
  She is a second-year student at Seiryo Academy and the daughter of the Kuzutsuki family. She is like an older sister to Shinkurou, knowing his past, and although she is influenced by her carefree grandfather, she has a shy personality. She has complicated feelings for Shinkurou, wondering whether they are parental or romantic.
• Murakami Ginko (voiced by Masu Nozomi)
  A first-year student at Seiryo Academy, she is Shinkurou's childhood friend. They both experienced terrible things, and she took over her grandfather's job as an informant and supports Shinkurou. Despite her attitude, she is Shinkurou's biggest supporter.
• Tamaki Muto (voiced by Asami Sanada)
  She is a female college student who lives in Room 6 of Samidare House. Although she is beautiful and good at karate, she is also erotic and sloppy. She is also a problem child who teaches Murasaki inappropriate behavior.
• Yamie (voiced by Haruka Kimura)
  He is a resident of Room 4 of Samidare House, and his appearance and behavior are shrouded in mystery. Although he sometimes says sensible things, his way of thinking is a mystery. His beloved cat, David, is also full of mystery.
• Akane Yawazawa (voiced by Kana Ueda)
  A first-class dispute resolution specialist, he is Shinkurou's benefactor and role model. He makes decisions on instinct, and is the one who brought Murasaki to Shinkurou. He used to work at Kuhouin, and knows someone important to Murasaki.
• Yayoi Inuzuka (voiced by Mikako Takahashi)
  She is Akaka's attendant and watches over Shinkurou and Murasaki from the shadows. Although she has a very serious personality, she also complains a lot, which is kind of cute. She is annoyed by Shinkurou's carelessness.
• Kuhouin Renjo (voice: Akira Tomisaka)
  The current head of the Kuuhouin family and Murasaki's father. Although he is strict about the family traditions, he cares about Murasaki.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Kure-nai OVA" has been highly praised for its deep human drama and character growth. In particular, the relationship between Shinkurou and Murasaki leaves a strong impression on viewers. It is moving to see how the two come to understand each other and grow as Shinkurou's past and conflicts and Murasaki's purity and rebelliousness intersect. The other characters are also charming in their own way, enriching the story.

This work is recommended for those who like anime with themes of human relationships and growth. In particular, it will be a must-see for viewers who like youth dramas and works that focus on the inner thoughts of characters. In addition, the performances of the gorgeous voice actors are one of the highlights, so it can also be recommended to voice actor fans.

Related Titles

"Kure-nai OVA" is based on the light novel "Kure-nai" by Katayama Kentaro, and there is also an original novel and a comic book version. By reading these works, you can gain a deeper understanding of episodes and character backgrounds that are not depicted in the OVA. In addition, other works by Katayama Kentaro are also recommended for those who are interested.

Conclusion

"Kure-nai OVA" is a moving work that depicts deep human drama and character growth. Through the meeting and growth of Shinkurou and Murasaki, viewers can feel the importance of human relationships and the joy of growth. The gorgeous voice actors and careful production combine to make this a work worth watching. Please watch this work and experience the moving story.