The appeal and reviews of Usavich Season 1: A unique worldview and deep humor

Usavich Season 1 Review and More Info

Overview

"Usavich" is a TV anime series that has been broadcast since March 1, 2011 and can be viewed on MTV Japan. The anime is an original work, written by Satoshi Tomioka and Aguri Miyazaki. It was also directed by Satoshi Tomioka and animated by Kanaban Graphics. The series, which consists of 13 episodes, is known for its unique humor and distinctive characters.

■ Story

The story of "Usavich" depicts the chaotic life of Putin and Kirenenko, who live in the Zurzorov family's building. Kirenenko is obsessed with shoe magazines, and Putin tries to repair Mechanenko's broken shoes, but as a result of the repairs, unexpected happenings occur one after another. The story development keeps viewers entertained as to how their new chaotic life will turn out.

■Cast

Putin is played by Daisuke Ueno, whose voice acting brings out Putin's cheerful and kind personality.

■ Main staff

The director, original author, scriptwriter, storyboard, and art direction were all handled by Satoshi Tomioka, while the design was handled by Aguri Miyazaki. The music and sound effects were handled by Daisuke Ueno, and the animation was handled by Kanaban Graphics. The collaboration between these staff members has resulted in a unique worldview and humor.

■ Main Characters

Putin is a cheerful, kind, but slightly foolish man who loves to have fun but often gets into trouble. He used to be a clean and honest worker, but after skipping a day of work due to a hangover, he was sentenced to three years in prison and now enjoys the comfortable life in prison.

Kirenenko is a former mafia boss who is currently on death row. He used to be a twin, but was killed in a bombing due to the betrayal of his comrades, and his dismembered body was put back together to make him an only child. Although he is usually quiet, he is a dangerous man who can't stop when he gets angry, and he is also a germaphobe. He is a shoe collector and has no interest in Putin, who is his roommate.

Leningrad and Komaneci are a frog and a transvestite that lived in the toilet of Putin's cell. Leningrad eats anything that moves, and Komaneci loves to be bullied.

Kanshukov is a general prison guard who watches over the prisoners, providing them with food and showers, but he also bullies them.

Shokeisky, Roudov, and Zenilov are respectively Shokeisky, who loves executions and appears in front of death row inmates; Roudov, who loves punishing prisoners and makes them do forced labor; and Zenilov, who pays the prisoners but loves to skim off the money.

Comaneci's mother (father) is both the mother and father of Comaneci. He was wandering around looking for his missing daughter (son), and as he passed by a prison he smelled his daughter's (son's) body odor, so he came to visit. Although he is Comaneci's parent, he also appears in groups for some reason, which is a bit creepy.

Sharapova was a mother from Leningrad who was wandering around looking for her missing son, and when she heard his cries coming from the prison she passed by, she came to visit him.

The chick gang is supposed to be Russian chicks that grow up to be a breed of chicken called Moscow Cochin (just kidding).

Matryoshka dolls are a beloved Russian folk art.

Boris and Koptchev are two members of the militia (Russian police), and Boris, an expert marksman, and Koptchev, a skilled driver, show no mercy to criminals. Even urinating while standing can send you to Siberia. It will be interesting to see whether the two can catch Kirenenko.

Mechanenko No. 1 is a robot that Putin made haphazardly. It was a robot that could only walk, but it started to learn and acquire strange intelligence. However, it can't read the mood at all.

Zurzolov is the narcissistic boss of the Zurzolov family. Although he usually behaves cutely, his true nature is that he loves games and cheating. It seems that he has a connection with Kirenenko in the past.

Zoya and Zirija are beautiful twin sisters who have attracted countless patrons with their beauty and believe that a man's money is theirs and our money is ours.

Zurzolov's subordinates are a group of people who were collected by the unpopular Zurzolov with money, so their teamwork is fragmented. The wages are low, so they are forming a labor union.

Zurzorobo is a robot shaped like Zurzoro's face, but it is unfinished because the budget went over before the torso was even made. The body is just a decoration!

The thugs are Russian thugs who love vodka and fighting, and they'll be causing trouble again tonight until the morning, but they're hungover again today.

■Review

"Usavich" is an anime series that stands out for its unique humor and the individuality of its characters. In particular, the chaotic lives of Putin and Kirenenko not only make viewers laugh, but also have a storytelling that delves deeply into the backgrounds and relationships of the characters. As an original anime work, Satoshi Tomioka and Aguri Miyazaki's creativity is fully displayed.

Putin's cheerful and kind personality contrasts with Kirenenko's calmness and danger, and the relationship between the two adds excitement to the story. The supporting characters, such as Leningrad and Comaneci, are also unique and keep viewers entertained. In particular, Leningrad's tendency to "eat anything that moves" and Comaneci's tendency to "love being bullied" are important elements that enhance the humor.

The technical capabilities of Kanaban Graphics, the animation studio, are also not to be missed. The detailed depictions of character movements and backgrounds provide a visual treat. Daisuke Ueno's music and sound effects also add depth to the story and enhance the viewers' emotions.

"Usavich" is a short series of 13 episodes, but it is packed with many characters and stories. Viewers can not only enjoy each episode, but also feel the growth of the characters and the changes in their relationships throughout the series. In particular, the changes in the relationship between Putin and Kirenenko will surely impress viewers.

This anime is recommended for its humor and depth. It is especially suitable for viewers who enjoy a unique world view and character personality. This series, broadcast on MTV Japan, is a great work that provides viewers with laughter and emotion.

■Recommendation

To enjoy "Usavich," we recommend that you pay attention to the following points when watching.

• Character Personalities : Pay attention to the personalities of the characters, including Putin and Kirenenko. In particular, the contrast between Putin's cheerfulness and Kirenenko's calmness adds excitement to the story.
• Humor : Pay attention to the humor of supporting characters such as Leningrad and Comaneci. Leningrad's "eats anything that moves" and Comaneci's "loves to be picked on" are particularly funny.
• Storytelling : Pay attention to the evolving relationship between Putin and Kirenenko and the background of the characters, especially Putin's time in prison and Kirenenko's past, which add depth to the story.
• Animation and Music : Look out for Kanaban Graphics' detailed animation and Daisuke Ueno's music and sound effects, which complement the story and elicit emotional responses from the viewer.

"Usavich" is an anime series that combines humor and depth, and is a work that many viewers can enjoy. Please give it a watch.