Dance Dance Danseur Episode 1: There's No Way I'm Doing That Ballet Thing!
Manga chapter 1-4
Oshimeter
4 Ratings
EPISODE REVIEWS

Absolutely no flaws in the first episode, great premise, great relatable internal conflict, great animation and soundtrack. Mappa never fails to deliver. I love how the story write the execution of why the MC internalize and carry the stereotypical male values. Because most with similar theme I watched was because of peer pressure and bullies, but DDD instead uses the loyalty to his family legacy that feels much more mature in comparison.

Fantastic opening to this series. The animation is beautiful. Some intrigue for future episodes sprinkled in with the boy behind the door. Mature commentary on the pressure put on young boys to be manly and how that prevents them from following their dreams. Loved it.

Menurut saya, episode ini merupakan cerita yang menarik karena perpaduan latihan balet, sekaligus menampilkan narasi psikologis dan emosional mengenai penderitaan yang muncul ketika menahan keinginan sejati demi menyesuaikan diri dengan norma sosial.



