Revisiting a Classic: Why Fullmetal Alchemist is Still a Masterpiece
I recently rewatched Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
I have to say,
even after all these years, I still think it's incredibly good.
The plot is tight with no filler.
Every character has their own story,
and they aren't just one-dimensional plot devices.
Furthermore, the world-building is very complete.
The concept of "Equivalent Exchange" runs through the entire series,
and it's not just something mentioned in passing.
What moved me the most was the ending.
It didn't force any loose ends just to set up a sequel;
everything that needed to be said was said.
This kind of completeness is rare nowadays.
Hiromu Arakawa-sensei is truly amazing.
I wonder if anyone else is like me,
rewatching it every few years?
I have to say,
even after all these years, I still think it's incredibly good.
The plot is tight with no filler.
Every character has their own story,
and they aren't just one-dimensional plot devices.
Furthermore, the world-building is very complete.
The concept of "Equivalent Exchange" runs through the entire series,
and it's not just something mentioned in passing.
What moved me the most was the ending.
It didn't force any loose ends just to set up a sequel;
everything that needed to be said was said.
This kind of completeness is rare nowadays.
Hiromu Arakawa-sensei is truly amazing.
I wonder if anyone else is like me,
rewatching it every few years?
