Scum's Wish review: What's the appeal of this dark romance drama?

A comprehensive review and recommendation of Scum's Wish

overview

Scum's Wish is a TV anime series based on the manga by Yokoyari Mengo, which aired on Fuji TV from January 13 to March 31, 2017. It has 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and is animated by Lerche. It is directed by Ando Masaomi, and the copyright of the work belongs to Yokoyari Mengo/SQUARE ENIX/Scum's Wish Production Committee.

story

Scum's Wish is a story that depicts complex human relationships and romantic patterns. The protagonist, Hanabi, reunites with her childhood friend Ando and attempts to rekindle their past romance. However, Ando already has a girlfriend, and Hanabi's relationship with Ando's girlfriend, Arisugawa, also deepens. Furthermore, Hanabi's classmate, Sanada, is also attracted to her, and a love square is formed. Within this love square, each character explores their own desires and true feelings, and is shown growing despite sometimes getting hurt.

character

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The protagonist. She still has feelings for her childhood friend Ando and tries to rekindle her relationship with him, but gradually her relationship with Arisugawa and Sanada also deepens. Her actions are sometimes self-centered and often involve those around her, but behind them lies a deep loneliness and a longing for love.

Ando

Hanabi's childhood friend. Although he is already dating Arisugawa, he is unable to let go of his attachment to Hanabi. His indecisive personality causes problems in his relationships with multiple women.

Arisugawa

Ando's girlfriend. On the surface she appears calm and rational, but deep inside she is filled with strong jealousy and anxiety. As her relationship with Hanabi deepens, her true feelings gradually become clear.

Sanada

A classmate of Hanabi's. He is attracted to her and actively approaches her. Although he has a pure and sincere personality, he becomes embroiled in Hanabi's complicated human relationships.

Animation and performance

The animation of Scum's Wish is characterised by Lerche's careful drawing and Masaomi Ando's precise direction. In particular, the technique of portraying the subtleties of emotions from the characters' expressions and gestures is superb, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. The colour design and background art are also beautiful, helping to enhance the atmosphere of the story. In terms of direction, there is a lot of camerawork and scene composition that places emphasis on psychological portrayal, digging deep into the inner lives of the characters.

music

The music, the opening theme "Renai Revolution 21," was much talked about due to the vocal ability of the singer who sang it and the catchiness of the song. The background music was also used skillfully to match the development of the story, and was effective in drawing out the emotions of the viewer. In particular, the use of string instruments in dramatic scenes and piano melodies in quiet scenes played a role in amplifying the tension and melancholy of the story.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Scum's Wish" has been highly praised for its realistic portrayal of complex human relationships and romantic patterns. In particular, the portrayal of the characters' psychological state and the realism of their relationships have resonated strongly with viewers. Fans of the original manga have also praised the story development and character growth, which have been further deepened by the anime adaptation.

The recommended audience is people who like romantic dramas and human dramas, and people who enjoy works that depict complex human relationships. It is also recommended for fans of the original manga and those who follow the works of director Masaomi Ando. In addition, it is a work that should be watched by anyone interested in Lerche's animation works.

Related works and recommendations

Like Scum's Wish, we recommend the following works which depict complex human relationships and love affairs.

• "Orange" - A youth romance drama with a time leap theme. It depicts complicated human relationships and growth.
• "Higurashi When They Cry" - A mystery suspense story about friendship, betrayal, love and hate. You can feel the depth of human relationships.
• "Your Name" - A youth romance film with the theme of body swapping. It features the realism of human relationships and beautiful visuals.

summary

"Scum's Wish" is a work that depicts complex human relationships and romantic patterns realistically, and has resonated strongly with viewers. The work is characterized by its portrayal of the characters' psychology, the realism of human relationships, and beautiful animation and music. It is a work that I would highly recommend to people who like romantic dramas and human dramas, fans of the original manga, and those who are interested in director Ando Masaomi and Lerche's works. You can also gain a deeper understanding and be moved by watching other works with similar themes.