Strike Witches: The Movie
Synopsis
After fending off the threat of a Neuroi invasion of Romagna and destroying the enemy's nest over Venezia, Yoshika Miyafuji goes back to her home town in the Empire of Fusou. Despite the loss of her magical and healing abilities, the former officer of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing wants to continue studying medicine. This is in order to help those in need, both civilians and those on the front lines alike. She receives an invitation from a prestigious school in Europe and decides to accept the offer, embarking on a journey back to the war-torn continent. However, a new danger arises, as more and more Neuroi manage to break through human defense lines, appearing unnoticed in supposedly safe areas and disturbing the balance of power in Europe. Yoshika's sense of duty collides with her inability to pilot a Striker Unit, but with her friends in peril, it seems that there is only one thing she can do. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The movie is seen as a good continuation of the series, especially for fans. It delivers a satisfying experience with focus on friendship and a familiar formula. However, some find the plot unoriginal and the technical aspects inconsistent.
Strengths
- Refreshing and fitting sequel
- Good pacing
- Satisfying conclusion
- Focus on story over excessive fan service
Weaknesses
- May not be fully appreciated without watching preceding works
- Offers almost no new information to the storyline
- Mediocre plot
- Noticeable art slips