/r/FLCL
FLCL (2001) is an OVA anime series written by Yōji Enokido, directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki and animated by Gainax. FLCL Progressive and Alternative are sequels to the original, staffed with a new team of creators with various episodes done by various people and studios, and both funded by Toonami. The kicking soundtrack in all three is powered by Japanese rock band The Pillows. All seasons can be watched on Adult Swim's website.
FLCL (2001) is an OVA anime series written by Yōji Enokido, directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki and animated by Gainax. FLCL Progressive and Alternative are sequels to the original, staffed with a new team of creators with various episodes done by various people and studios, and both funded by Toonami. The kicking soundtrack in all three is powered by Japanese rock band The Pillows. All seasons can be watched on Adult Swim's website.
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I watched it at my god moms house in 2003. I was 9. I have watched it SO MANY TIMES. Even as an adult where I understand all the inside jokes, it just feels like I get something from it every time. There was a YouTube named “zen approach” who made art for it and it got taken down for copyright(that sucks because it was REALLY GOOD” Idk, I’m watching it again and I just wanted to say I love this and have some community that gets it
Just really love this shit and want to go down a rabbit hole.
been drawing this on my wrist for a few days, and thinking about getting this for months. its not perfect, but i honestly dont care. it feels like i wrote it on myself, i love it. looking down at my wrist and seeing the reminder everyday is gonna be awesome. thought id share :)
I just finished shoegaze in one sitting and I am stunned. The first episode was jarring in the first half, though the second half made up for it. THE SECOND EPISODE ON THE OTHER HAND WAS GOOD ALL THE WAY! I really thought Harumi would reveal/transform into Haruko but I was surprised then devastated when she got shot. Kana's speech was impactful too tho I wasn't a fan of alternative but remembered it well enough. 3rd episode was amazing, the scene where Harumi was 7 and was at the penny candy shop legitimately brought me to tears. I loved when they kissed (It felt like the first actual kiss scene with meaning.) I was so overjoyed when Masaki could visit her and show her the ghost's. Tho I'm not a fan of a Atomsk not being a Phoenix anymore but that's a superficial complaint. I really see this on par with the original. They really crammed so much good shit in 3 episodes. MUST WATCH!
For me, it was when naota hugged haruko after abandoning him for atomsk and breaking down, asking why she left him.
Just something about the scene gets me evrey time. His breakdown can be directed towards his brother tasku as well (which is why haruko jumped down from the top bunk, where his brother sleeps in) asking why he abandoned him and left naota feeing incomplete and having to take on the image of tasku (being mamimi’s replacement boyfriend, having to act jaded to replace his emptiness etc).
And the catalyst? The pillows ethereal music kicking in the perfect moment skewers my soul. Topping off with haruko’s empty look and lack of concern for naota, which i’m assuming is because she only came back because she failed to get atomsk which is why he reappeares later in the final episode.
FLCL’s ability to carry nuance within every single one of its scenes, that at first watch, gets you totally confused but later on can make you bawl your eyes out is what makes this show stand out from the rest
No news on a DVD rerelease.
But for anyone who doesn’t have the original show on Blu-ray, mark your calendars.
My wife likes spray painting and is way better than me, I tried though
Knowing myself, I am skeptic of anime, a much of it has led to disappointment in its life lessons and the people who claim to follow it.
I can’t help but overhear many people praise FLCL for its themes of the hardships of growing up, the false ideals of adulthood, immature adults, and the importance of taking risks in life or “swinging the bat”.
But as one who has suffered adolescent trauma, I feel skeptic about viewing this. As a person with Autism, I was often denied the same freedom as my fellow peers, and was forcefully secluded from the world I wished to know.
As a result, I feel much of my teenage dreams, hopes, and aspirations have gone unfulfilled thanks to the negligence of adults I trusted to raise me, but hardest taught me anything.
So I am a textbook Puer Aeternus, trying my best to overcome this social anxiety and habit of self doubt and fear of failing to achieve great things at 25 years old. I can’t help but feel like my window of opportunity has passed.
So I want to ask, what exactly happens in FLCL? Can it help me? Am I too old to learn it’s lessons?
Looks cool. Actually is cool. Want ideas for more cool things to draw on it
A long time ago I watched an english sub of FLCL season 1 on a random website and in the subtitles, it would sometimes put extra explanations of translations at the top. Like it explained Haruko was calling Naota a “Taro-kun” because its a basic name in japanese. I tried looking for it again and couldnt find anything. Anyone know what im talking about ?
Okay so someone recommended me to watch FLCL, but I’m a little confused. Is it supposed to have 6 episodes only? Or are there more episodes?
I drew this at the beginning of the month and completely forgot to post it anywhere besides twt
Bought a blue ray and it's washed out, what's considered the best print?
Originally I was gonna qrt my flcl reanimated art with this on twitter but you see I'm slow and lazy as fuck so
My FLCL anime edit! This show really inspired me so I wanted to create an edit that showcases the beauty of the way these characters embrace each other but also the anime’s insanely stylish animation.