1+2=Paradise · review
7
/10
This is a surreal, sometimes uncannily terrifying, but also hilarious anime about two twins trying to win over a boy's love. It's subtextually about recovery from psychological trauma through connection and comedy. It's ambitious and unhinged with its humor and its narrative structure is highly versatile, going from a school romcom to a large-scale circus infiltration/rescue mission. The characters are eccentric yet complex, and are utilized to help Yuusuke overcome his traumatic past and fear of women. What seems like an indulgent, light-hearted comedy is actually a heartfelt message about trauma recovery. Absolute kino that changed my life, highly recommend.