Kill la Kill Director Stands by Anime’s Love of Fan Service

Kill la Kill Director Stands by Anime's Love of Fan Service

As a long-time anime fan and avid gamer, I’ve seen my fair share of unique and captivating stories brought to life through this dynamic medium. One series that truly stands out in my mind is Studio TRIGGER’s Kill la Kill. The combination of intriguing characters, stunning animation, and a narrative filled with unexpected twists left me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.


In more simplified terms, Studio TRIGGER has made a big impact in the anime community lately, teaming up with Netflix to create popular shows such as “Delicious in Dungeon” and “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.” One of their earlier collaborations was “Kill la Kill,” where clothing became lethal weapons. The creator of “Kill la Kill” shared thoughts on why the anime industry should continue embracing “fan service.”

When reflecting on Ryuko’s anime story, writer Kazuki Nakashima expressed his views on anime creators and their role in “fan service” as follows: Since we’re producing a commercial product, we aim to engage our viewers. It doesn’t bother us if they don’t understand, but we don’t want them to feel uneasy or uncomfortable for no reason. Conversely, if we make the work too sanitized, the audience’s resistance will lower, and they may lose interest. Thus, some believe that it’s important to embrace potentially controversial elements and share them with the public.

Kill la Kill Director Stands by Anime's Love of Fan Service

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Hiroyuki Imaishi, the series director, shared his unusual preference for less conventional favorites. In contrast to the common question of which episode is the best, he opts for lesser-known gems. For instance, in Kill la Kill, he points to episodes 4 (“A Very Unfortunate Morning Has Come”) and 13 (“A Rose For You…That Feeling”). His rationale lies in the fact that the storyboard artists and animation directors put their maximum energy into crafting the main episodes. Consequently, the director’s input is minimal, resulting in a high-quality finished product.

As a passionate gamer and anime enthusiast, I’d be thrilled to share that if you haven’t experienced the thrill of “Kill la Kill” yet, you’re in luck! You can easily stream the entire first season on Crunchyroll and Hulu. Here’s my take on it:

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2024-07-18 00:15