Audience reviews
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keey_
Insomniacs After School "A+" (9/10 MAL)
Story/Plot (9.5/10) - I would like to start off by saying that the romance genre is probably the genre I most heavily criticize in Anime. In a genre filled with over milked tropes and clones of one another, Insomniacs After School manages to set itself apart from any romance anime I’ve seen to this point. Insomniacs After School is incredibly well put together and refreshing using more or less somewhat common tropes in the genre and breathes fresh air into them. Even with this being a high-school romance the tone feels much more mature, something I can appreciate as I often abstain from the rom-com genre because of its lock of originality and troubles of falling within common barriers. Insomniacs After School follows two sleep deprived insomniacs, I…
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This show evokes a weird feeling out of me while thinking back about it, kinda of like a false sense of nostalgia. Every time I see screenshots or frames of this show I feel like it was a cool, dramatic, really interesting show but every time I think about it I can't ever remember anything being that interesting. I liked the ending but its no heartstring-puller. Nothing of this show particularly stands out as great but it is in no way a bad show. I was pretty invested in it for a day or two but I really don't know why. I can't say this is worth a watch just because it feels like it was supposed to be so much better than it was. I'd say it's the absolute middle road of romance animes. The romance is good, prolly somewhere between high 6 and low 8 out of ten, but that is geniunely the only t…
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A Review of the Best Romance Anime(and Manga)
The title of the review isn’t exactly hyperbole, although there is definitely a mix of bias in my review but I genuinely believe the show is easily the best romance anime of at least the last decade or so…Here is a spoiler-free(ish) review of prolly my fave comfort anime(and manga). There will be mild spoilers in some section but as a whole, I don’t think the spoilers would deter one’s enjoyment of the story as there is no mind blowing plot points to worry about.
(Just a little disclaimer: Whenever I would be referring Ganta and Isaki(show’s main lead), I would describe them as “night owls” because…why not? They are insomniacs too…lol)
Insomniacs After School is one of the most kindest and wholesome stories out there that touches right at the…
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This is a treasure.
This is something beautiful and rare in the sea of mediocreness.
This is a warm blanket. It makes you feel warm inside.
This is Bob Ross of a show. It speaks to you softly and makes you feel at ease.
This is Yuru Camp of romance (What?).
I admire the creators of the manga and adaptation for following a clear path. I feel like they had to say no to so many things.
The mainstream romance 101 list went to trash and it's still (or rather because of that) a beautiful, touching, romantic piece of art. That's why this feels so good. I am so tired of those tropes forcibly thrown at me, repeating over and over in each production. Here there are so many situations where in my mind I was picturing the usual thing to happen in a standard show, but every time I got surprised h…
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so this is my first time writing a review after a few years of using MAL. as someone who really loves astronomy, i can say this anime is really good and beautiful. when I saw the genre I thought this was a normal anime and when I watched it wow this is not just romance but there are some comedies, slice of life, and school genres. the last time I watched an anime with an astronomical theme was just "koisuru asteroid" then I really wanted to find another anime. and I accidentally found this anime. this really makes me grateful and happy. thank you for making this beautiful anime
10/10 of course, I enjoyed every single thing in this anime especially the astrophotography concept
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This is a wonderful anime. I can't think of a better word to describe it. Not the absolute best anime I've ever seen, but near the top. Let me tell you why.
This anime is about two teenagers who have insomnia, for different reasons. They find each other by looking for a quiet place to sleep during the day, and throughout this anime, they bond over this shared affliction, growing closer and having adventures while everyone else is asleep.
It took me a little while to identify what makes this anime so good (as I say sometimes about the really good anime), but once I figured it out, it was blindingly obvious. This is not a cheesy anime romance. The male MC isn't scared of girls and acting over-the-top embarrassed whenever he even touches one. The female MC doesn't just decide she likes the…
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Inconsistent, Plotless, Complete waste of time.
There is literally no story, the romance is also pretty bland without any drama. Honestly pretty disappointed by the poster. I thought it would be some kind of cool astrologist typo anime with a little bit romance here and there but in reality it was just a sad life story of a highschooler who cant sleep and then he somehow gets into taking idle photos of sky while trying to find a sleeping place in an abandoned club .Would not recommend this to anyone who has this kind of perception going into the anime because you're gonna get your time wasted. And it doesnt even deserve 7 let alone 8, maybe the beach scene got people to rate it higher
Even scum wish was better. atleast it had some story
Read at the sourceGwynbleidd_Alan
After starting out a bit slow, this Anime completely exceeded all of my expectations with a breathtaking second part of the season. Two high schoolers, Ganta Nakami and Isaki Magari, bond over the fact that they both have insomnia and can't sleep at night, stumbling across each other as they are trying to take a nap in the observatory of the school. What unfolds next is an incredibly mature and wholesome romance which actually does not romanticize being a teenager (as many romance Animes tend to do.)
The anime clearly depicts that being a teenager isn't all rosy, highlighting the various issues and struggles that come with it. Everyone was a teenager at one point or another and can probably attest to the fact that there's clear struggles in slowly growing into an adult. Both of the MCs I…
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Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia is a poignant anime that delves into the complex inner lives of two high school insomniacs, Nakami and Isaki, through their shared late-night encounters in a deserted school observatory.
While some viewers might dismiss this anime as boring or monotonous, I believe such opinions stem from a misinterpretation of its thematic depth. The series excels in its grounded, realistic portrayal of adolescent struggles, exploring personal trauma and the emotional battles each character faces.
The relationship between Isaki and Nakami is exquisitely crafted. As they find solace in each other's company, their mutual encouragement helps them confront and overcome their traumas, fostering a profound respect and burgeoning love. This dynamic is a testament to the show's sophisti…
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Watching just one or two episodes, one may not realize how monotonous it can be, especially due to the quality of the characters and their relationships. However, the problem arises when watching more episodes, as the work seems to lose its momentum and offer nothing new.
There is a lack of elements to hold the viewer's attention and encourage them to watch the next episode, making the narrative somewhat monotonous. Although it didn't bother me directly while watching, sometimes it feels like we already know everything that will happen. Although it avoids clichés, the absence of cliffhangers at the end of episodes could make a difference. The true cause of this problem in this work, which has its merits but is also tiring in some aspects, is not clear.
I believe it would have been a bett…
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In general, is a good anime, but it can't hold on your history and the principal trouble - insomnia - like it should.
They filled anime with things whatever, and cut some time about the real trouble there.
Althoug, Ganta has a good performance and work. He was bad and angry in some parts of time because he don't sleept, and not because he are a boring guy!
What broak me was that sky, but I understood that it was to represent how the cams take a good pictures and videos, getting ready open to lights, and that idea surpprised me like: "OOOH MY GOD! THE DIRECTOR GET A VERY GOOD POINT OF VIEW!"
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At first it was a little doubtful because the quality was bad, but it turned out that was only part of the fairy tale, whereas the main story was really good.
For the beginning, the story of this anime is quite good and the relationship between them really makes me want to fall in love too.
But it's a shame that episode 6 onwards starts to get boring, the storyline is filled with things that I don't really like, like telling about the past, telling about cultural festivals and so on, while their intimate relationship is increasingly disappearing in my opinion.
Another drawback is that many scenes are filled with motionless images, and I was forced to watch them by speeding up and skipping the motionless images.
It's a shame that I can't say that this anime is recommended, because the s…
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Insomniacs After School is much, much better than the likes of Your Lie in Apil. Why? Because it's much more grounded in reality and much less reliant on melodramatic scenes that "pull on your heartstrings" to create a compelling romance and slice-of-life show.
That's right: this show is much less melodramatic than I ever expected. Is this a good depiction of a person with insomnia? I can't say, since I don't suffer from it. What I can say, however, is that the genre of this show is mainly romance. The main couple being insomniac is more of a subtheme and a way for them to come together rather than the main point of the story. You're not going to be seeing crippling levels of insomnia where it takes a huge mental toll on both characters. It's not a dark and edgy story like that. It's more…
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Speaking of insomnia, it's 4 am as I'm writing this review, so you'll have to excuse my biases when I say "Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia" has all the right vibes for a perfect SoL anime. It doesn't overly play on your emotions by giving unreasonably tragic pasts to all the characters, nor does it exaggerate adolescent romance to the point of fantasy.
The concept of the anime, combining astronomy and insomnia, plays in perfect harmony. A sleepless night can be euphoric under the light of the stars, and it's even better if there's someone to share it with you.
The character development was pretty solid for the two main leads. The story explores their tragic pasts that led to their current insomniac conditions. Insomnia can be very destructive for one's personal and social life, but with each ot…
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The approach to romance in anime has been portrayed in very familiar territory. It is often an explosion of emotions, of characters explicitly realizing they are deeply in love with one another, of the exaggeration and over dramatization of love to make it “pop” for entertainment purposes. This is where Insomniacs After School takes a different, much more gentler and quieter walk on the journey of two individuals learning to understand and share their feelings with one another.
One of the first things to notice about the two leads is how notably comfortable they are around each other. While there is a presence of teenage awkwardness, of navigating the tension of growing feelings, it is never done so in a way that is jarring and off-putting. The reactions are controlled to perfection. The…
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A practically perfect romance.
The plot is simple, with solid arguments and easily relatable characters.
While it doesn't delve into philosophical depths, it's important to note that the situations presented are notably realistic, even if some are slightly exaggerated.
As I mentioned before, the characters are excellent. They have well-defined personalities, and unlike many other anime, their actions are appropriate for their age. The interactions between them feel genuine and natural.
It's worth noting that some may consider the characters' behavior peculiar or exaggerated. However, we must remember that they are teenagers, and it's completely natural for them not to know how to handle certain situations, and they don't necessarily face them in the best possible way.
The plot doesn't…
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Every so often you come across a piece of medium that just makes you feel something different after watching, this feeling of emptiness that’s just so hard to describe. I’m really grateful to say that I had this feeling almost every week after watching an episode of Insomniacs After School.
In a way it really made me feel like watching Your Name again for the first time, this magical experience with beautiful starry nights in the background.
A series about star gazing and photography just asks to be aesthetic, this combined with one of the best and most wholesome romance you will find in anime makes Insomniacs after school the sleeper hit of this season for me. The interaction between the main duo feels so real and was what kept me hooked after the first couple of episodes.
The overall…
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Few series have ever captured the struggles of youth as well as kimisomu does. It’s a a beautifully rendered and tender story of growth and self-acceptance.
Anime often tends to exaggerate adolescence, romanticising it and making it out to be this adventure that’s constantly exciting. The reality is that being a teenager sucks. There’s the stress that society and your parents put on you and the desire to fit in and find who you really are. It’s such a challenging and sensitive time. This anime handles that stage of life with such realism and authenticity that it blew my mind.
I absolutely loved the use of insomnia as a shared bonding experience for the two main leads. Both of their conditions stem from trauma that they’ve been holding in for years. While many teens don’t go through inso…
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PTSD a.k.a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a real issue that can affect all of us in certain ways that we ourselves will only know and that can be either unexplainable or inexplicable to others. But what if you could utilise the only thing that is the common denominator between two kindred spirits, and add the fraction of a relationship that's not just full of love and fluttering feelings, but one of adolescence and keen understanding? The end result will be in the form of mangaka Makoto Ojiro's Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia a.k.a Insomniacs After School, a series that, as a devoted and hardcore manga reader, I have always wanted to see her vision come to the small screen for quite some time. And in this Spring season, it has finally come (along with the live-action movie adaptation to tie i…
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Insomnia is something that plagues many people, and this sleep depriving condition arises from many reasons, for example, fearing what tomorrow will bring, negative thoughts, stress, and general anxiety. While insomnia isn’t something that affects me personally, for many people, seeing the two main characters who deal with insomnia, and tackle it together by pouring their restless, sleepless time into something positive like astrophotography, must have been relatable, and to me, a very solid concept. Along the way, there was some romance in the air, but it wasn’t a huge focus until near the end of the season, which I actually liked, as the characters didn’t just spend time with each other, but made some fond memories with their other friends as well.
The story material was generally a str…
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