Josee The Tiger And The Fish Blu Ray

Okay, confession time. I just got the Josee, the Tiger and the Fish Blu-ray. And honestly? I have THOUGHTS. Probably unpopular ones.

First Impressions: Shiny!

The packaging is beautiful. Really pops on my shelf. Makes me feel like I have my life together, even though I'm watching anime in my pajamas on a Tuesday afternoon.

The art style is SO pretty. It looks even better in HD. It's a visual feast. Like candy for my eyes.

The Movie Itself: Here's Where I Get Controversial

Let's be real. The movie is...melodramatic. Like, dial-up internet levels of dramatic. Anyone else think so?

Don't get me wrong. I teared up. I'm only human! But sometimes it felt like they were TRYING to make me cry. Manipulative anime, I see you!

Characters: Love 'Em or...?

Tsuneo. He’s supposed to be the relatable, struggling college student, right? But sometimes he just felt a little...bland? I mean, nice, but bland. Like unsalted crackers.

And Josee! Okay, she's got sass. Lots of it. But her mood swings gave me whiplash. One minute she's sweet, the next she's throwing shade like it's an Olympic sport.

I get it, character development. But still! Maybe I just prefer characters who are consistently chaotic. Like me. I jest.

Blu-Ray Goodies: Worth the Dough?

The special features are decent. The interviews were interesting. I especially liked hearing about the animation process.

Did I understand everything they were saying? Absolutely not. I'm just here for the pretty colors, you know? Subs are lifesavers!

But the real reason I bought the Blu-ray? The artbook. Because I'm a sucker for pretty pictures. My wallet weeps, but my eyes rejoice.

Unpopular Opinion Alert!

Okay, brace yourselves. Here comes the really controversial bit. I think the ending is...rushed. Like they ran out of time or something.

It felt a little too tidy. Too neatly wrapped up with a bow. Life isn't like that! Especially not in dramatic anime world.

But hey, maybe that's just me being cynical. I’m sure many enjoyed it! Happy tears and such. I just like a little more grit. Some bittersweetness.

Final Thoughts: Still Worth Watching?

Despite my gripes, I don't regret buying the Josee, the Tiger and the Fish Blu-ray. The animation is stunning. The story, while melodramatic, is still engaging.

Plus, having a physical copy feels fancy. Like I’m a serious anime connoisseur. Even if I'm just watching it on repeat while eating instant noodles.

So, should you buy it? If you love beautiful animation and don't mind a bit of melodrama, go for it! Just be prepared to question my opinions afterwards!

Just remember, this is all subjective! Art is subjective! And my subjective opinion is...it's pretty good. Just not perfect. Now, excuse me while I go rewatch it for the tenth time.

Maybe I'll even cry a little. Don't tell anyone.