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Look Back
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4.5 stars.
This made me so emotional. I wasn't expecting that.
Friendship, art, and the inherent repercussion we have on other people's lives sound like totally random themes to group together, that is until Fujimoto strings them into a compelling one shot that, as much of his work, cuts right to the tenderest parts of one's heart.
We follow the unlikely friendship of Fujino and Kiyomoto as they become successful artists and though it is told through short snippets, it unfurls before our eyes and maps a rather touching and moving tale.
I've said it before, and I'll probably say it again, Fujimoto knows how to mix these wonderfully grounded ideas with more intriguing and out there elements in ways that work so well and though Look Back is one of the most grounded of his works I've read, it still retains that very spicy little twist that evolves the whole concept.
As simple as it is, I have to say that it cut deep and really connected with me, as any touching in art, and the creative process, tend to do.
“You know, to begin with, I, don’t even like drawing manga. It’s not fun. The entire process is a hassle. It’s super unglamorous too. You can draw all day long and still be nowhere near finished. Really, I’d be better off just sticking to reading manga. I shouldn’t read it. Then why do you draw, Fujino?�
This made me so emotional. I wasn't expecting that.
Friendship, art, and the inherent repercussion we have on other people's lives sound like totally random themes to group together, that is until Fujimoto strings them into a compelling one shot that, as much of his work, cuts right to the tenderest parts of one's heart.
We follow the unlikely friendship of Fujino and Kiyomoto as they become successful artists and though it is told through short snippets, it unfurls before our eyes and maps a rather touching and moving tale.
I've said it before, and I'll probably say it again, Fujimoto knows how to mix these wonderfully grounded ideas with more intriguing and out there elements in ways that work so well and though Look Back is one of the most grounded of his works I've read, it still retains that very spicy little twist that evolves the whole concept.
As simple as it is, I have to say that it cut deep and really connected with me, as any touching in art, and the creative process, tend to do.
“I’m glad I came out of my room. The truth is, I was scared to go out today. I stopped going to school cuz� I got scared of people, but I had a really, really good time today. I only drew cuz� I had nothing to do at home and got bored. But now I’m glad I drew. Fujino, thank you for bringing me out of my room.�
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October 10, 2022
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October 10, 2022
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October 12, 2022
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standalones
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Oct 12, 2022 05:05PM
You are on a roll with Fujimoto :) ! That cover, the art, the plot, everything looks awesome. Wonderful review Alexandra!
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Federico wrote: "You are on a roll with Fujimoto :) ! That cover, the art, the plot, everything looks awesome. Wonderful review Alexandra!"Hahaha, he is the writer of Chainsaw Man, an anime that just released this past Tuesday, so I was reading some of his one-shots to get a taste of his creative style and hype myself even more for the anime XD That being said, I did fall in love with his weird writing while at it so I'll be reading some more of his works later on, just not all in a row anymore, probably.
Thanks! Sometimes I have a really hard time reviewing really short stuff so it's nice to know I managed it well.
Alexandra Elend Wolf wrote: "Hahaha, he is the writer of Chainsaw Man, an anime that just released this past Tuesday, so I was reading some of his one-shots to get a taste of his creative style and hype myself ..."Chainsaw Man! For some reason it sounds like a total splatterfest. I was never really into manga but gonna add the animé to my watchlist. Maybe I'll watch it once the season is over, I can't handle waiting for release dates xD. It's been a while since I last saw animé, and one can never have too much horror lol. Hope you enjoy it Alexandra <3
Federico wrote: "Alexandra Elend Wolf wrote: "Hahaha, he is the writer of Chainsaw Man, an anime that just released this past Tuesday, so I was reading some of his one-shots to get a taste of his creative style and..."Oh, so far it's been very bloody, yes and it's supposed to be very hardcore.
I got into anime and manga last year and have been obsessed ever since XD There are some simply fantastic stories there.
Well, the anime will only have 12 episodes so you won't have to wait too long, next year it'll be all out already. If you do pick it up I hope you enjoy it!
