Gangsta.
Synopsis
Nicholas Brown and Worick Arcangelo, known in the city of Ergastalum as the "Handymen," are mercenaries for hire who take on jobs no one else can handle. Contracted by powerful mob syndicates and police alike, the Handymen have to be ready and willing for anything. After completing the order of killing a local pimp, the Handymen add Alex Benedetto—a prostitute also designated for elimination—to their ranks to protect her from forces that want her gone from the decrepit hellhole of a city she has come to call home. However, this criminal’s paradise is undergoing a profound period of change that threatens to corrode the delicate balance of power. Ergastalum was once a safe haven for "Twilights," super-human beings born as the result of a special drug but are now being hunted down by a fierce underground organization. This new threat is rising up to challenge everything the city stands for, and the Handymen will not be able to avoid this coming war. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is mixed. Many viewers were initially drawn in by the mature themes, interesting characters, and unique setting. However, the rushed and incomplete ending, coupled with uneven production quality, left many feeling disappointed and frustrated. Some appreciate the ambition and potential of the series, while others criticize its lack of resolution and shallow plot development.
Strengths
- Interesting and well-developed main characters with compelling backstories.
- Unique setting and premise with potential for deep exploration of social issues.
- Strong voice acting and character designs.
Weaknesses
- Inconclusive ending due to production issues, leaving many plot threads unresolved.
- Pacing problems, with too many characters and subplots introduced without proper development.
- Inconsistent animation quality and overuse of exposition and flashbacks.