I agree that both have their own strengths. But when it comes to "adaptation," an anime that stays faithful to the original work is a good anime. Kyoto Animation is the gold standard in this regard.
From an animation director's perspective, the difficulty of adapting a four-panel manga is how to keep the pace within 30 minutes. Yamamoto and Tatsuya Ishihara did a great job.
From the perspective of directorial research: original voice acting is part of the director's performance. Casting and directing voice actors are also part of the director's work.
"Ghost in the Shell" taught me to think about "what is the true self." In this age of AI, this question is becoming increasingly meaningful.
The art design of this batch of LDs is truly much more exquisite than the current BDs. The package design of the LD era is a lost art.
The writing of a "mentor" character is very particular. A good mentor should be a presence that drives the protagonist's growth without stealing their spotlight.
From the perspective of a director's research: A good director must place great importance on the film score. The collaboration between Makoto Shinkai and RADWIMPS is the perfect example.
If ufotable's director Kondo Hikaru were to participate, it would be even more reassuring. His use of cinematography and CG is top-tier in the industry.
As an animation Kantoku researcher, I will look into the production team behind it and analyze the directing techniques. Transforming emotional feelings into rational analysis can prolong that lingeri
From a director studies perspective, KyoAni's new generation of directors is getting more and more mature. After Yamada Naoko left, they've cultivated quite a bit of new blood.