Doppo Kunikida Bungou Stray Dogs: Dead Apple

Okay, Let's Talk About Dead Apple

I have a confession. It's about Dead Apple. And it might be a little... controversial.

Brace yourselves, Bungou Stray Dogs fans. I think Dead Apple is… fine. Just fine.

Hear Me Out!

Don't get me wrong! The animation is gorgeous. The fight scenes are spectacular.

Seeing all our favorite characters on the big screen? Awesome!

But… does the plot actually make a whole lot of sense? Ehhh.

Like, everyone's abilities are going haywire. And Shibusawa Tatsuhiko is to blame.

His crystal dragon lair is undeniably cool. But the motivation? A bit fuzzy, right?

Doppo Kunikida: My Weary King

Now, let's focus on the important stuff: Doppo Kunikida. Our favorite idealist.

He spends the whole movie stressed. Completely overwhelmed. Pretty much the usual for him, actually.

And honestly? I kind of relate. Life throws weird stuff at us.

Sometimes, all you can do is cling to your ideals. Even when a crystal dragon is breathing down your neck.

Kunikida's commitment to his notebook? Legendary. His dedication to the Agency? Unwavering.

I admire that. Even if it does lead to constant migraines.

Atsushi and Akutagawa: Frenemies Forever

The Dead Apple plot forces Atsushi and Akutagawa to team up. Again.

Their dynamic is always entertaining. The constant bickering! The reluctant cooperation!

It's like watching siblings forced to work together on a school project. Pure gold.

But did their team-up in Dead Apple feel… earned? Maybe not entirely.

It felt like they were put together because the plot needed it.

The Unpopular Opinion: It's All a Bit Much

Let's be honest, Dead Apple is over-the-top. Explosions, dramatic monologues, a villain who looks like a gothic ice skater.

It's a lot. And sometimes, too much of a good thing is… well, still a good thing, just not great.

I feel like the film could have benefited from a bit more breathing room.

Some more character development. And a less convoluted plot.

The Verdict

So, is Dead Apple a bad movie? Absolutely not!

It's visually stunning. It's got all our favorite characters.

And it delivers some truly epic fight scenes. But for me, it's not the masterpiece some fans claim it is.

It's…fine. An enjoyable, visually impressive, slightly confusing adventure.

And sometimes, fine is perfectly okay. Especially when Kunikida is involved.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go re-read Kunikida's ideals. For inspiration. And maybe to understand the plot of Dead Apple a little better.