Review of Bakemonogatari

Wow! I must say I truly loved watching this anime. Bakemonogatari is about a high school boy who having recently had an encounter with a vampire, finds himself helping others who have come into contact with these "oddities". As the story progresses the main character deals with these peoples problems and learns a bit about himself along the way. New characters are introduced through these unusual experiences. The characters are just quirky and down right interesting. From the too good to be true bookworm to the perverted tomboy. Each of them is memorable and well developed. Iliked them and found each to be believable. My favorite thing is the dialogue between them. They trade some wonderful and scathing remarks back and forth. I could watch this just to see the character interact with one another.

Normally I don't worry too much about the artwork as long as it isn't horrible. But this anime has beautifully done art. It was actually a bit mesmerizing with the cut scenes, flashbacks and just plain unusual drawing style. I don't often find myself being drawn to the artwork but this one was special.

Overall this is an excellent show. Beautifully drawn, interesting story and some of the most intriguing characters I've seen in quite some time.

Watch this anime. You won't be disappointed.