Introduction
Titans from outer space, life forms from a mystical world, phantoms and goblins from ancient times, cyborgs created by scientists, relics that rose out of the ruins of ancient civilizations. In another Japan, it's not just a question of "what if"—it's a reality. Some of the superhumans choose to keep their identities a secret, while others bask in their superhuman fame. Jiro Hitoyoshi, member of the Superhuman Bureau, keeps track of their doings.
(Source: ANN)
Audience reviews
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BanjoTheBear
(This review has been adapted from my blog/reddit thread. Spoilers ahead!)
For the first season of Concrete Revolutio, I talked about Superman and how lame of a hero he is. I even went so far as to say that the (and I quote myself) “kryptonite will not be taking down Concrete anytime soon.”
Concrete Revolutio: Choujin Gensou – The Last Song proved me wrong – and not about Superman.
STORY
Last Song resumes roughly where the first season left off. “Roughly” because the ordering of events is still purposely jumbled. Regardless, Jiro, Kikko, and the Superhuman Bureau are doing their best to fight for justice – in whatever way they know how.
When looking back on the first season, it impressed with its setup. The complex themes on morality, race, and control. The different arcs for each of…
Read at the sourceRadu_Bey0
Highly underrated. Concrete Revolutio questions the notion of right and wrong from episode 1 itself. This Anime explores all the possible scenarios in a world filled with all sorts of superhumans and beasts. All the characters are too complex to be defined in terms of good and evil. You'll find yourself cheering for characters you previously hated on many occasions.
The non-linear story telling always keeps the viewers guessing. The important plot points come full circle while some remain open ended.
The animation may seem childish to some but I think it's perfect for Concrete Revolutio considering that a world filled with superhumans is every child's dream. It also compliments the debate on the notion of good v/s evil.
The songs and bgm stick to the head, especially the Beginning.
Read at the sourceFlawfinder
Well here we are with a sequel to Concrete Revolutio, my runaway favorite anime of last year as well as my favorite superhero thing during a time when Marvel's Netflix shows were blowing my mind with their not-shittiness. The reason it managed to achieve that was because it managed to marry an awesome concept with actual storytelling that doesn't involve character development for the sake of character development or producing "fun" in the hopes that it'll distract you from the fact that it doesn't have any end goal other than "we want your money". What if all those anime tropes you love so much lived in the same world and were used by the government as military weapons or exploring space? Would they become lapdogs of their own country, or will they rebel because they're the ones with the t…
Read at the sourceLucisKitsune
If you don't like the first part of this story, maybe you can reconsider see this part, my advice of course, even if you like the anime, it's: "See it as a Child and a Grown-Up at the same time".
Yokai, Aliens, Kaiju, Robots, Witches, Ghosts, Superhumans! Some of the best things that we can use and we like to read and see in our shows everytime, because they are off of the normality in this world, imagination always gonna be the best at our hearts that want a rest of the normal things.
The first part of this show told us about a present with this beings in a world that can't see a fitting role to these unnatural entities, for explaining the story, we saw the lives of some of them and how their coexistence create a future that we understand a little but can't understand completely because…
Read at the sourceGoodnightSly
What does it mean to be a superhero? What is justice? Can good and bad be defined? Many shows and films have tried to tackle these topics only to get caught up in their predictable formula, get muddled into their beliefs, or just not try and shove “themes” in there. Concrete Revolutio is an exception that defines itself through the saturated genre through giving various answers to these questions with enough depth, ambition, and style.
What It Does Right:
+Interesting Concept and Ideas
ConRevo is a show that has so much to tell, so much to ask, and so many answers. Almost every character in the show has a belief they stand by and wish to follow. Then a conflict comes along that makes them question that belief and come up with a new conclusion or solution. That is the basic gist of the s…
Read at the sourceBurger-Meister
- This review contains my thoughts on both seasons of this series. It contains no story-important information from the series (though minor details may be discussed), so you can read this without feeling spoiled about the show itself -
Superheroes, Kaijuu, Super Sentai (or Power Rangers for more western viewers). All 3 have been long cherished by comic book guys and nerds alike around the world. But what if they were real? What if they existed at the same time? That's the world Concrete Revolutio brings to us. Produced by Studio Bones, it was split between the Fall 2015 and Spring 2016 seasons, running for a total of 24 episodes. Initially when I picked up the first half, Concrete didn't exactly impress me. It wasn't awful, but the early episodes were not exactly a great first impression…
Read at the sourceZephSilver
Carving out a niche appeal for itself in the market, Concrete Revolutio stands as one of the more unique entries in the ever-expanding superhero genre. Unlike its contemporaries, it doesn't just glorify superheroes while vilifying certain ideals deemed unethical by most societies but chooses to question the very fabric of justice and what it means to those with the power to implement their version of it. With superhero related content being produced ad nauseam, Concrete's unfamiliar approach help subside the impending feeling of 'superhero fatigue', by allowing the subject matter to be seen through a fresh perspective.
By treating superhumans and other supernatural entities as placeholders for the man vs man parable, Concrete is able to delve into several topics that draw from real world…
Read at the sourcesomaisbatman
I've said it before and I'll say it again: Concrete Revolutio is one of the most underrated shows out there. It's a project that its creators clearly poured their hearts into. It's full of social commentary and critiques of post-war Japan, and it's satisfying to piece the story together while figuring out what it all means. So naturally, I've been very excited for the second season of this show. Did it meet my expectations and deliver a great product? Yes, but that's a qualified yes.
Story: 8/10
Concrete Revolutio's most powerful aspect has always been its narrative, and that rings true for The Last Song as well. The narrative picks up a few years after the events of season 1's final episode, and things have changed for the worst. Jiro, now an outcast, seeks to find justice, truth, and m…
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