Buta
6.7
Quality Score
0.23 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
5,061
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
A few days before Fox officially inherits the treasured heirloom in his family—a mysterious map, the Tufugu Pirates storm into his house and kidnap him, taking the strange map with them. Buta, a powerful mercenary, is hired by shady characters to help them seek the treasure. In a stroke of great luck, Buta and Fox meet in the underbelly of a pirate ship. Will Fox be able to convince Buta to save him, or will the fabled treasure fall into the hands of crooks? [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is mixed. Some viewers found the short film enjoyable for its animation and potential, while others felt the story was rushed and the characters underdeveloped. The use of anthropomorphic characters was a point of contention.
Strengths
- Enjoyable animation and design.
- Potential for a compelling story, despite the short length.
Weaknesses
- Characters are cliche and underdeveloped.
- Story feels rushed and lacks depth.
- Anthropomorphism feels unnecessary and distancing.