Elfen Lied: Spoiler Free Review
Going back into the darkest depths of Anime, I return to review one of my favorites.
Elfen Lied has one of my favorite introductions of any Anime. With an opening that oozes with symbolism while biblical passages are sung in Latin creates a truly amazing and surreal atmosphere. Then the anime begins.
Elfen Lied pulls no punches. Within the first five minutes of the first episode, there is already a very large body count. Courtesy of one of the main characters going on a rampage. Alongside Yuno Gesai in Future Diary, Lucy from this anime is one of the more notable Yanderes that I am aware of meaning that in general there is a lot of unstoppable rage and violence.
Another important aspect that needs to be addressed is the nudity. This Anime get a bad rap because of it. In reality, this nudity is needed for the sake of showcasing the ends that are possible when a free thinking individual is dehumanized.
It is an understatement to say that Elfen Lied would be better called “Everyone Needs a Hug” as this psychological thriller reveals itself. While my greatest criticism of the Anime is that it stops halfway through, forcing one to read the Manga to get the full story, for what is provided it is among the best.
An emotional roller coaster ride is Elfen Lied and its nonstop from beginning to end as this story explores what it means to be human and showcases the values of friendship, betrayal, hatred, and despair in equal measure.
Also there is a beach. Attacking girls with unusual hair colors on said beach is ill advised.
I highly recommend this Anime, and recommend even more to read the Manga it is based off of.
