cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/24567466


Peak romance!

I absolutely loved this show. I’ve been looking for some nice romance in the past few weeks, and this really hit the spot. It’s a classic really, there’s a reason this gets recommended every single time anyone asks for romance recs.

The way Lovely Complex explores insecurity is simply beautiful, the constant hesitation, the fear that you might not be enough, and the certainty that begins to come over you as you fail over and over again at achieving your goals. Your fears manifest, a confirmation that your own body, that which you were born with and cannot change, is wrong. But through all that, the persistence of the characters, the way they persevere through these tribulations, is truly inspiring.

The setting is very adolescent, and this is a love comedy so even the most emotional moments are somewhat light-hearted. I think that’s good, actually, it keeps the story flowing; the show is incredibly well-paced. I said adolescent, because it is set in high school and that’s what the characters life revolve around, but the themes are very mature. I mentioned the insecurity, which the main theme of the show, but many episodes also touch on what it means to be in love, to be in a committed relationship, and what sacrifices one must make to maintain healthy relationships with those they care for.

It’s beautiful.

The production quality is top notch, though very much outdated. It’s Toei, the animation and music are both great, and the voice acting is fantastic too. Especially Nobu-chan, Higashi Saori might just be the GOAT. I’m not even joking, this was an all time performance by her.

What do you think?


Rating: 5/5

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Arr🏴‍☠️!!

  • Hatch
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    4 months ago

    I thought it was good, their dynamic was great, it was great seeing them slowly shatter the wall they started out with. Romance wise it was def above average.

    As far as what i think can top it

    kimi ni todoke (prob becsuse its various love stories that intertwine and you see the growth+ more innocense)

    my teen romantic comedy snafu is another good one(love can become complicated quickly, really good)

    • gon [he]@lemm.eeOP
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      4 months ago

      Kimi ni Todoke I haven’t gotten to just yet… But Oregairu really is fantastic haha 100% agree