The appeal and evaluation of "First Love Monster OVA": A deep look into the special episodes

First Love Monster OVA - First Love Monster OVA

overview

"Hatsukoi Monster OVA" is an OVA based on the popular manga "Hatsukoi Monster" by Akira Hiyoshimaru. It was released by Kodansha on February 7, 2017, and animation was produced by Studio Deen. It is a short but dense story that lasts for 25 minutes, and is a single episode. This OVA draws out the charm of the original work to the fullest while depicting the story from a new perspective.

story

The story of First Love Monster begins with the protagonist, high school student Natsuki Shinohara, reuniting with her "older brother" who helped her when she was a child. However, a shocking turn of events awaits: the "older brother" is actually a younger elementary school student, Kyosuke Takahashi. Based on this episode from the original work, the OVA depicts the relationship between Natsuki and Kyosuke, as well as their interactions with the people around them. In particular, the OVA delves deeper into Natsuki's inner conflict and growth, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

character

Natsuki Shinohara

The main character is a high school student. She reunites with her "older brother" who helped her when she was a child, but is confused when she finds out that the older brother is actually a younger man named Kyosuke. The OVA carefully depicts her emotional changes and growth.

Kyosuke Takahashi

He was Natsuki's "older brother" when she was a child, and is actually a younger elementary school student. In the OVA, his innocence and mature side are emphasized.

Takahashi Misaki

Kyosuke's older sister and Natsuki's friend. In the OVA, the relationship between Natsuki and Kyosuke is depicted from her perspective, adding depth to the story.

Background

The decision to produce the First Love Monster OVA was made in response to the popularity of the original work. Director Takayuki Inagaki placed great importance on carefully depicting the characters' feelings and backgrounds in order to bring out the best in the original work. In addition, combined with Studio Deen's beautiful animation, the result is a visually very appealing work.

Evaluation and Impressions

"First Love Monster OVA" has been highly praised by fans of the original work. It has been particularly praised for its in-depth portrayal of Natsuki's growth and her relationship with Kyosuke. It has also been praised for conveying the core of the story so well in the short time that is unique to OVAs. Viewers have commented that "It's a wonderful work that retains the charm of the original while being portrayed from a new perspective," and "Natsuki's emotional movements were so realistic that I was moved."

Recommended points

• A must-see for fans of the original work : While based on episodes from the original work, the story is told from a new perspective, providing fans of the original work with fresh surprises and excitement.
• Depth of character : Natsuki's inner conflict and growth are particularly well portrayed, leaving a strong impression on the viewer.
• Beautiful Animation : Studio Deen's beautiful animation is visually stunning.
• A short, dense story : The film has been praised for conveying the core of the story in a short 25-minute length.

Related information

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

February 7, 2017

■Release and sales

Kodansha

■Frequencies

25 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Akira Hiyoshimaru

■ Director

Takayuki Inagaki

■ Production

・Animation Production: Studio Deen

■Works

© Akira Hiyoshimaru, Kodansha / Take Elementary School PTA

Conclusion

"First Love Monster OVA" is a wonderful work that draws out the charm of the original work to the fullest while depicting the story from a new perspective. In particular, Natsuki's inner conflict and growth are carefully depicted, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. In addition, combined with Studio Deen's beautiful animation, it is a visually very appealing work. It is highly recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who are experiencing this work for the first time.