The collaboration between Puella Magi Madoka Magica and the Monogatari series is amazing! We appreciate the short video announcing etiquette for the movie.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Monogatari Series Second Season Collaboration Theater Manners Notice Short Video

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

October 26, 2013 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

・Original work: Magica Quartet

■ Director

・General Director: Akiyuki Shinbo ・Director: Yukihiro Miyamoto

■Explanation

A short video announcing the collaboration theater manners between Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie and Monogatari Series Second Season was shown on October 26th (Sat) to November 1st (Fri), November 2nd (Sat) to November 8th (Fri), November 9th (Sat) to November 15th (Fri), and November 16th (Sat) to November 22nd (Fri), 2013. This collaboration was a dream project for fans and was something many viewers had been waiting for.

The collaboration between "Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie" and "Monogatari Series Second Season" was held at T-Joy and other theaters nationwide (with some exceptions). A script written by the original author, Nisio Isin, was combined with illustrations by Hiroki Haritama, familiar from the previews of the next episodes of the "Monogatari Series," and a total of four short videos were screened over a four-week period. In these videos, characters from the "Monogatari Series" guided viewers through theater etiquette, met Kyubey, and other humorous content that changed weekly.

In addition to the short movie announcing the theater etiquette, this collaboration project also includes a special interview between Gen Urobuchi and Nisio Isin, making it an event that fans cannot miss. We can't wait for more news!

■ Main staff

・Original work: Magica Quartet
・Chief Director / Akiyuki Shinbo ・Screenplay / Gen Urobuchi ・Character Design / Ume Aoki ・Director / Yukihiro Miyamoto ・Character Design / Takahiro Kishida, Junichiro Taniguchi ・Chief Animation Director / Junichiro Taniguchi, Hiroki Yamamura ・Effects Animation Director / Takashi Hashimoto ・Assistant Director / Hiroyuki Terao ・Alternate Space Design / Gekidan Inu Curry ・Alternate Space Art / Yoichi Nango ・Art Director / Ken Naito (St Tulip)
Art setting: Morihito Ohara Color design: Hitoshi Hibino, Izumi Takizawa Visual effects: Motoi Sakai Director of photography: Shinichiro Eto Editing: Rie Matsubara (Seyama Editing Office)
・Sound Director: Yota Tsuruoka ・Music: Yuki Kajiura ・Theme songs: "Colorful" by ClariS, "Your Silver Garden" by Kalafina
・Insert song: "misterioso" by Kalafina
Animation production: Shaft Distribution: Warner Bros. Pictures

■ Theme songs and music

Theme songs: "Colorful" by ClariS, "Your Silver Garden" by Kalafina
・Insert song: "misterioso" by Kalafina

Detailed evaluation and recommendation

Background and significance of the work

The Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Monogatari Series Second Season Collaboration Theater Manners Announcement Short Video is a special project where two popular series intersect. Puella Magi Madoka Magica is a TV anime series that aired in 2011 and was later made into a movie version, which was a huge success. On the other hand, the Monogatari Series is an anime series based on the novels by Nisio Isin, and is known for its complex storylines and unique characters. The collaboration between these two series has created a special experience for fans.

The significance of this collaboration is not just to combine two popular works, but to provide fans with a new perspective. The dark themes of Puella Magi Madoka Magica and the humor and profound story of the Monogatari series were fused together to provide new discoveries and entertainment for viewers. It was also an ambitious attempt to provide both entertainment and education to viewers in the form of a theater etiquette notice.

Story and Characters

A total of four short films were screened over a period of four weeks. In each film, characters from the Monogatari series appear and provide a humorous introduction to theater etiquette. For example, there is a scene in which Araragi Koyomi meets Kyubey and learns theater etiquette while listening to Kyubey's explanation. These scenes are successful in conveying the importance of theater etiquette while providing viewers with laughs.

The character portrayal is also very clever, and the characters from the Monogatari series seem to blend into the world of Puella Magi Madoka Magica. In particular, the interaction between Araragi Koyomi and Kyubey was a fresh and enjoyable experience for fans of both series. The addition of Hiroki Haritama's illustrations also greatly increases the visual appeal.

Production and Technology

Staff from both series participated in the production of this collaboration. Director Akiyuki Shinbo and Director Yukihiro Miyamoto successfully incorporated elements from the Monogatari series while firmly adhering to the worldview of Puella Magi Madoka Magica. The screenplay by Gen Urobuchi and Nisio Isin was a brilliant team, bringing out the best in both series.

The roles of each staff member, including character designer, chief animation director, and effects animation director, were also important. In particular, the character designs of Takahiro Kishida and Junichiro Taniguchi succeeded in blending the characters of both series naturally. The alternate dimension design and art director also played a major role in enhancing the visual beauty of the film.

Music is also an important element, with Yuki Kajiura's music and songs by ClariS and Kalafina helping to create a lively atmosphere in the video. Songs such as "Colorful," "Your Silver Garden," and "Misterioso" in particular help to elicit emotions from the viewer.

Viewer reactions and ratings

This collaboration was very well received by fans. Many viewers shared their thoughts on social media and blogs, with many praising the exchange between Araragi Koyomi and Kyubey, and Hiroki Haritama's illustrations. The theater etiquette notice format was also fresh, and seemed to have the effect of reminding viewers of proper theater etiquette.

On the other hand, some people felt that the four-week screening period was too short, as viewers would have had to visit the theater every week to see all four short films, which may have been difficult for busy viewers. However, overall, the collaboration was a success and provided fans with an unforgettable experience.

Recommendations and related works

For viewers who enjoyed this collaboration, we recommend you also check out the main series of Puella Magi Madoka Magica and the Monogatari series. Puella Magi Madoka Magica is a work that is characterized by its dark themes and beautiful visuals, and the movie version is a must-see. On the other hand, the Monogatari series is a work that is attractive for its unique storytelling and unique characters by Nisio Isin, and we especially recommend starting with Bakemonogatari and Nisemonogatari.

Other works related to this collaboration include spin-offs of Puella Magi Madoka Magica and sequels to the Monogatari series. Spin-offs of Puella Magi Madoka Magica include Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Rebellion and Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story. On the other hand, sequels to the Monogatari series include Owarimonogatari and Zoku Owarimonogatari. These works will also provide new discoveries and enjoyment for fans.

Conclusion

"Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Monogatari Series Second Season Collaboration Theater Manners Announcement Short Video" was a special project where two popular series intersected. It was a dream collaboration for fans and provided new perspectives and enjoyment for viewers. Thanks to the efforts and talent of the production staff, this collaboration was a success and was highly praised by viewers. We hope you will use this collaboration as an opportunity to enjoy the main series and related works of "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" and the "Monogatari" series.