Eren the Southpaw
6.7
Quality Score
0.58 (Positive)
Audience Mood
7 / 10
Controversy
5,242
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
The story follows Koichi Asakura, a designer for an ad agency who works hard but receives no recognition. After being dropped from a project, he visits a place from his past, where he met Eren Yamagishi. Eren, meanwhile, is recognized as a genius left-handed graffiti artist in New York, while enduring the struggles that come from her own path in life. (Source: Crunchyroll)
Audience Consensus
The audience is divided on Hidarikiki no Eren, with many praising its realistic portrayal of workplace struggles and complex characters, while others find its non-linear narrative confusing and its characters overly dramatic. While some connect deeply with its themes of talent versus hard work and the pursuit of dreams, others are alienated by its execution and pacing.
Strengths
- Realistic portrayal of workplace dynamics and struggles.
- Complex and well-rounded characters with relatable flaws.
- Exploration of themes like talent vs. hard work, genius vs. ordinary.
- Passionate voice acting and decent art direction.
- Thought-provoking messages about pursuing dreams and self-realization.
- The final episode's emotional impact and thematic payoff.
Weaknesses
- Non-linear narrative structure can be confusing, messy, and disjointed.
- Characters are often taken to extremes, becoming self-parodies or possessing unbelievable skills.
- The execution of mature themes can be overwrought, dramatic, and not always believable.
- The pacing can be an issue, with some plot points or character developments feeling rushed or underdeveloped.
- The focus on the corporate world can be boring for some viewers.
- The titular character, Eren, is sometimes sidelined in favor of the protagonist Koichi.
- Some plot threads and character arcs feel unresolved or lack a concrete effect by the end.