Review of Shadows House

When I read Shadows House's synopsis I thought, oh wow, what a unique and interesting plot. And don't get me wrong, it is, but it's a pity this was the result when it had the potential to be something so great. My biggest problem with the show are its plot holes and its MASSIVE plot conveniences. The writing is just lazy and all over the place. It was frustrating to watch in a show that's supposed to be so dark have no consequences for the characters' actions and having them be happy go lucky for 90% of the time in dangerous situations. As for the artstyle, it'sgorgerous looking but nothing special at the same time, the design of the characters are cookie cutter, basically looking like all the other shows next to it, so to speak.
Speaking of the characters, most of them are honestly unbearable and one dimensional, with maybe Kate being the exception.
Now moving on to its strongest point: Its music. OP and ED seriously slap, never skipped them once. They are so addicting to listen to, seriously. And smart of them to use foreshadowing in the ending, when you read the lyrics it's as if one of its characters was singing it.

If you're planning on watching definitely don't expect some "cute show turns into dark, genius horror" like madoka magica or something because you'll get disappointed. Its writing just isn't competent enough for that. It wants to take itself so seriously, but how can it when there are no stakes whatsoever? I could still recommend it if you enjoy dark themes and some banger songs.

6/10