Whenever I want to see a great comedic action anime, I always reach for Lupin the 3rd first. This disc brings the show to 32 episodes out of 155 total so there's still a ways to go. Therefore the show is still pretty fresh and exciting with one episode on this disc (Lupin Dies Twice) that actually had me guessing as to how the world's greatest thief could steal himself away from an assassin's bullet.

I really enjoy Lupin and while many will argue that the movies are a bit more solid and enjoyable, the show is undoubtably a classic and is something every anime fan should watch. That is, if they can put down their CGI flashy shows and appreciate this admittedly dated classic.

Labels: Anime, Japanese, Lupin

Tonight I tackle the next disc of Lupin the 3rd. As episode three Hitler no Isan (Hitler's Legacy) was skipped on the first disc due to fears it may taint the run on Adult Swim they put it off until this volume to show it. Due to this we get a full six episodes here instead of the usual five.

The episodes on here were quite good, actually and I can see myself going back to rewatch them at some point in the future. I especially enjoyed the episodes which focused more on Goemon and Jigen as I feel that at times they tend to be neglected.

I also loved the copious amount of classical music featured here with selections from Carmen as well as the Voice of Spring making appearances in the soundtrack.

Labels: Anime, Japanese, Lupin