Review of Neon Genesis Evangelion

I can certainly see why this could come off as pretentious. The second half of this show just shifts so drastically, it feels almost personal. The subverting of expectations is what makes this show resonate with so many people, life doesn't have a set pattern. People can connect themselves to these characters, and even with the goofy antics that occur, you can still find meaning behind each of these episodes. While there are a decent amount of religious connections and symbols, it doesn't divert away from the overarching themes. The art style felt unique, even with the dated animation. While it may not be foreveryone, I loved this show.