Gintama: Jump Festa 2008 Special
8.2
Quality Score
0.55 (Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
36,611
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
According to Aniplex, a 10min short anime of Gintama "Shiroyasha Koutan" will be released on September 30th. It was shown at Jump Super Anime Tour 2008 and had never been released as a DVD. It's a trailer of an imaginary Gintama movie. Gintama OVA shown at Jump Anime Tour '05 is also included in the DVD.
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is largely positive, especially among existing Gintama fans who appreciate the show's trademark humor and self-awareness. While some viewers may be disappointed by the trolling aspect and lack of substantial backstory, most find the short to be an entertaining and well-executed addition to the Gintama series. The high production value and effective use of music are also frequently praised.
Strengths
- Excellent animation quality, especially in the 'Shiroyasha' segment.
- Successfully captures both the serious and comedic aspects of Gintama.
- Effective use of music, particularly the 'Donten' opening theme.
Weaknesses
- The short is essentially a troll, which may disappoint viewers expecting a serious backstory.
- Relies heavily on pre-existing knowledge of Gintama, making it less accessible to newcomers.
- The abrupt shift from serious to comedic can be jarring for some viewers.