Review of WataMote: No Matter How I Look At It, It's You Guys' Fault I'm Not Popular!

Story (7/10): WataMote's story is simple. If you are looking for a deep plot, look elsewhere. Instead we get a slice-of-life style which allows the comedy and main character to shine through. Art (8/10): I found the art and animation to be simple yet high-quality. The character designs range from good to excellent (and there are some hilarious faces/reactions). Very good animation in the OP. Excellent editing, especially the comedic timing. Sound (10/10): Tomoko's VA's performance is a major reason to watch this show. She nails the comedy, and at the same time creates a complex, sympathetic character. The OP is pretty good,and I loved the ending theme.

Character (10/10):
Tomoko is a deeply flawed character with personality issues and extreme social anxiety. This is played for laughs, but at the same time it evokes feelings of pity and shame. However, Tomoko is not one-dimensional. She can be optimistic, playful, mischievous, and cute. While she is often in a state of denial or naivete, Tomoko sometimes takes a sober look at her own flaws, wavering between despair and determination to change. Tomoko is a real underdog and I found myself cheering for her. Her realistic relationship with her younger brother is also executed very well. It is not a mistake that the other characters in WataMote remain distant and unremarkable, because our protagonist obviously sees them that way. In summary, Tomoko is a unique character who easily carries the series alone.

Enjoyment (10/10):
WataMote will evoke an emotional response - be prepared to be reminded of your own embarrassing past, and to share in Tomoko's awkward moments. If you can handle that, the comedy will surely entertain and you will fall in love with Tomoko's character. By the end I was wishing for more.

Overall (10/10):
A LOT can be said about this show, and it deserves the discussion. While I see it as a comedy, it is a special type of humor, only for those who can laugh at themselves. Underneath the comedy there is a serious and very sad theme of social ineptitude which resonated with me. The presentation is nearly flawless, and it cannot be stressed enough how amazing Tomoko's VA is.