Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone
Synopsis
In a post-apocalyptic world, the last remaining human settlement in Japan is the heavily fortified city of Tokyo-3. Fourteen-year-old Shinji Ikari is brought to the headquarters of NERV, an underground organization lead by his estranged father, Gendou. He requests that Shinji become a pilot of an "Evangelion," a colossal android built to fight against monstrous and destructive alien creatures known as "Angels" that wreak havoc on the planet and threaten the survival of the remaining human race. Although initially reluctant, Shinji is swayed by the idea of reconciling with his father, and agrees to aid in mankind's perilous endeavor against its alien threat, as the pilot of Evangelion Unit-01. Thrust into the midst of a dangerous battlefield, Shinji must find the necessary courage and resolve to face against the Angels' incursions before it is too late. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with many praising the updated visuals and improved pacing, but others criticize the rushed storytelling and unnecessary changes to the original series. Some feel it successfully revitalizes the story for a new audience, while others find it a disappointing and soulless remake. The nostalgia factor is strong, but opinions diverge on whether the remake does justice to the source material.
Strengths
- Improved animation and visuals, especially the integration of CGI.
- Better pacing due to the removal of excessive character whining.
- Enhanced music and sound effects, creating a more immersive experience.
Weaknesses
- Rushed pacing in the first half, sacrificing character development and atmosphere.
- Unnecessary changes to iconic scenes and dialogue, diminishing the original's impact.
- Overreliance on CGI and fan service, detracting from the story's depth.