My first encounter with ClassicaLoid was through a meme in Spanish. When I saw it I thought Why does this character look like Beethoven? When I looked into it further I discovered the anime itself.
Objectively speaking its an anime that doesnt take the concept of reviving classical musicians too seriously although there are moments where certain parts of these composers lives are narrated.
Although this may seem like wasted potential I would say that it knew how to take advantage of it in comedy which is its strong point along with its MUSIK of course. This opportunity for comedy allowed the exaggeration of the traits of these musical geniuses in various ways:
Beethoven as a crazy gyoza obsessive who seeks to defy fate? Interesting indeed during the anime we see certain traits or facts that are at least for the most part backed up by historical events or that seek to make sense without being pure fantasy
Mozart as a pervert with no obligations? It is not so far from reality. Obviously it exaggerates situations that are appropriate for comedy
I wont talk about the other characters because that would involve explanations that arent necessary here.
Although for me its one of the best anime of its kind in reality its a pretty meh anime.
It features Kanae and her friend Sasuke as the main characters in reality many plots are based on the misadventures of the ClassicaLoids which is what they are actually called where at the beginning from Chapter 1 it wants to include an emotional plot Or in later episodes when Bach is introduced he is initially portrayed as a boss who speaks no language other than time indications or coloraturas and has hidden intentions with the other ClassicaLoids.
Dont expect to see robots acting as musicians in robot bodies acting as their documented lives were. At the end of the day they are classical idols haha did you get it? adapted to the new society.
The story makes clear breaks between the main plot and the tragicomedies of the characters. For someone who liked the anime and its characters it was exciting but for someone who doesnt have much interest in classical music or who is looking for straightforward stories these plot breaks will be frustrating.
Obviously the musical aspect is what stands out in the anime. I am fascinated by the adaptations made by each of the musicians responsible for these remixes. I feel that they knew how to capture and set to music what each composer was at the time:
Beethoven very explosive and fiery crazy at times
Mozart cheerful but with his moments of seriousness
Chopin overly melancholic but ethereal
Liszt like a cupids arrow shot at you
Bach like a stream a joke about his name in German and its meaning of strength and dedication
Ultimately its a musical anime with touches of comedy some historical facts and an interesting story but with poor development. Personally I wouldnt recommend it if you want straightforward plots or a documentarystyle anime.
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