"Bocchi the Rock!": The story of how an extremely shy man shines in a band"Bocchi the Rock!" is a TV anime series that aired from October 9 to December 25, 2022, and is based on the manga of the same name by Hamaji Aki. This work is a youth music story that depicts the growth of an extremely shy and gloomy girl, Goto Hitori (nicknamed Bocchi-chan), through her band activities. Below, we will introduce the appeal and detailed information of this work. Broadcast information"Bocchi the Rock!" was broadcast on many stations including TOKYO MX and BS11. The specific broadcast schedule is as follows:
It was also streamed online and was available to watch on many platforms, including ABEMA, Netflix, and d Anime Store. In particular, ABEMA streamed it simultaneously with terrestrial broadcasting, while Netflix and d Anime Store streamed it every Tuesday from 12:00. Overview"Bocchi the Rock!" is made up of 12 episodes, 30 minutes each. It is directed by Keiichiro Saito, produced by CloverWorks, and produced by Aniplex and Houbunsha. It is based on a manga by Hamaji Aki currently being serialized in Houbunsha's Manga Time Kirara MAX, and the copyright is "© Hamaji Aki / Houbunsha, Aniplex". storyGoto Hitori is an extremely shy and gloomy girl who always starts each conversation with "Ah." Hoping to be in a band where she could shine, she starts playing the guitar. However, since she has no friends, she spends her junior high school days playing the guitar alone for six hours every day. Her guitar skills improve, and she posts videos of her playing online as a "guitar hero" and fantasizes about performing at a live school festival. However, before she knows it, she has become a high school student without even making a single friend, let alone finding a band member. Her daily life begins to change one day when she is approached by Ijichi Nika, the drummer in the band "Yuuzou Band". After meeting Nika, Hitori's life begins to change little by little. Through her band activities, Hitori comes to understand herself and grows as a person. castThe voice actors for the main characters are as follows:
Main StaffThe main staff are as follows:
Main CharactersThe details of the main characters are as follows:
subtitleThe subtitles and broadcast dates for each episode are as follows:
Theme songs and musicInformation on the theme songs and insert songs is as follows:
Appeal and evaluation of the work"Bocchi the Rock!" is a story about the extremely shy Goto Hitori growing up through her involvement in a band. Her introverted personality, the difficulty she faces in making friends, and her desire to be in a band are all portrayed in a realistic way, evoking sympathy from many viewers. The portrayal of the music scenes is also realistic, conveying the joys and hardships of being in a band. The characters' personalities are also attractive, and in addition to Hitori, there are a variety of other characters, such as the bright and energetic Nijika, the cool and solitary Ryo, and the outgoing Ikuyo. Each character's worries and growth are carefully depicted, drawing viewers in. Another highlight is the realistic depiction of the music scenes and the power of the live performance scenes. The animation was produced by CloverWorks, and the quality of the work was also high, receiving high praise for its character design, background art, live performance scenes, etc. In particular, the realistic movements in the live performance scenes and the synchronization of the music and visuals are superb, drawing viewers in. The theme songs and insert songs also enhanced the appeal of the work, and the songs by Yuzuru Band made a strong impression on viewers. In particular, the opening song "Seishun Complex" and the ending song "Distortion!!" were songs that symbolized the theme of the work and resonated with viewers. Reasons for recommendation"Bocchi the Rock!" is recommended not only for music lovers, but also for those who like coming-of-age stories and works depicting character growth. In particular, for those who are struggling with their own introverted personality or difficulty making friends, this story of one person's growth will resonate with them and give them courage. In addition, the realistic depiction of band activities and the powerful music scenes are full of highlights, making this a work that music lovers can enjoy. In addition, don't miss the high-quality animation by CloverWorks and the music by Yuzu Band. The powerful images and music that draw the viewer in bring out the appeal of the work to the fullest. Please give it a watch. |
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