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As reviews trickle in, there's an intriguing pattern of conflicting opinions. Some critics argue that the series deviates too far from the original source, resulting in a flat and uninspired attempt at fleshing out characters that were inherently rich in the anime. Conversely, others contend that the show was too faithful to the original, leading to a stiff, fan-filmed feel that lacked originality.
For example, some reviewers have expressed disappointment that the adaptation struggled with its tone, becoming more cartoonish and less compelling than the anime. A common criticism is that it tries to mimic the anime’s beat-for-beat approach, which doesn’t work in live-action, thus making it resemble an elaborate fan project rather than a polished series.