230 - [WEEB] Explore Evangelion

Neon Genesis Evangelion Anime Review, It's Cultural Impact & Hideaki Anno DiscussionThe latest listeners' choice review is here! You voted, and they listened; this week, AniPro reviews the anime many consider to be Hideaki Anno's magnum Opus: Neon Genesis Evangelion! Tune in and find out whether or not it lives up to the hype, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00 - Intro to Neon Genesis Evangelion & Cultural Impact05:53 - Psychological Depth, Genre Deconstruction & Themes12:04 - Evangelion's Merchandising Success & Obscure Legacy30:00 - Evolution of Anime Openings & Character Archetypes45:58 - The Complexities of Hideaki Anno53:08 - Operation Yashima Trivia & Break56:08 - Listener's Choice Review: Evangelion & Recommendations01:08:06 - Character Deep Dive: Shinji, Misato & Self-Perception01:22:00 - Are the Characters Over-Hated or Over-Analyzed?01:39:27 - Production Choices, The Elevator Scene & Visuals01:51:31 - Ambiguity in Storytelling & Creator Psychoanalysis02:05:11 - Wrapping Up, Final Ratings & Next Time on AniProSupport AniPro:TokyoTreat: Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag: https://anipropod.com/mailbagFollow & Subscribe:X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/AniProPodInstagram: https://instagram.com/anipropodDiscord: https://discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Manga: Akane BanashiAnime: Now and Then, Here and ThereMusic & Credits:Opening: “Shibuya” via slip.streamBreak Music By AniProEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us!