acid reflects

Just a quick take on Knights of the Zodiac.

Supposed to be based on one of Japan’s most popular mangas which had several anime incarnations. But not so much, compared to even the few anime episodes I’ve seen. Sounds like there’s enough material for a multiple film adaptation, no? That’s what Toei may have hoped for. Maybe they hired the wrong writers.

Production values are competent, though heavy on the martial-arts side. Action choreo is decent. VFX is decent. As an intro to the Knights of the Zodiac series, it’s basic.

But first – we should care for the characters, ano? Story lacks propulsion. I could see Mackenyu trying, despite the material. It’s not DragonBall bad. But it’s only almost good enough.

Can’t see a sequel pushing through even though the story begs for one. BUT should a sequel push through, needs better writing and direction.