The Girl From the Other Side
7.5
Quality Score
0.49 (Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
20,104
MAL Ratings
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
OVA bundled with the special edition of the manga's side story.
Audience Consensus
Audience opinions are sharply divided, with strong praise for the unique art style and emotional core, contrasted by significant criticism for narrative incoherence and plot omissions due to adaptation constraints. While many appreciate the visual artistry and the heartwarming relationship between the protagonists, a substantial portion feels the story is too heavily butchered to be satisfying on its own.
Strengths
- Stunning and unique art style and animation that faithfully captures the manga's aesthetic.
- Captures the emotional essence and core themes of acceptance and understanding between lonely individuals.
- Heartwarming portrayal of the relationship between Shiva and Sensei.
- Atmospheric and immersive world-building conveyed effectively through visuals.
Weaknesses
- Significant plot and character development cuts from the manga, leading to a confusing and disjointed narrative.
- Lack of explanation for key plot points and world-building elements, making it difficult to understand for those unfamiliar with the manga.
- Pacing issues due to the rushed nature of adapting a longer story into a short OVA.
- Some voice acting, particularly Shiva's, is criticized for lacking depth or being too high-pitched.
- The ending and mysterious elements can feel unsatisfying due to the condensed material.