Shoujo☆Kageki Revue Starlight: Rondo Rondo Rondo

Strategy / Superpower / GameMovie1 EP/7 Aug 2020

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Synopsis

At the performing arts division of Seishou Music Academy, the ever-evolving stage threads the lives of its students together as they tirelessly hone their craft. Yet, as the girls prepare for a new rendition of the previous year's performance, the carefree Karen Aijou begins to settle for a smaller role. However, her waning passion is reignited by the return of her childhood friend Hikari Kagura, whose sudden transfer to the academy triggers a flurry of changes in the class dynamics. Subsequently, Karen chances upon a secret battleground underneath the school, which houses a set of auditions that will crown its ultimate victor as "Top Star." As she dives headfirst into these enigmatic trials, Karen begins to learn about the tribulations that come with vying for the top. Even if fate wills them apart, Karen and Hikari must fight in hopes of fulfilling their childhood promise: to become stars together. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Episode Guide

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Characters

Nana Daiba

Talented stagehand and performer Nana, known as "Banana," is a maternal friend to her classmates, secretly a time-traveling Revue Star.

Christian Luci

Maya Tendou

A prodigious stage actress, Maya 'Maya-sama' Tendou strives for greatness, refusing to rely on her renowned family's legacy.

Swasey Olivia

Claudine Saijou

A talented child actress, Claudine is a rival to Maya, known for her strong will and passion for the stage.

Kelly Christina

Hikari Kagura

A talented actress, Hikari is Karen's childhood friend, driven to join the Revue Starlight.

Duran Patricia

Junna Hoshimi

A top student and class rep, Junna is analytical but overthinks, struggling to match the natural talent of others in acting.

Emerick Shannon

Mahiru Tsuyuzaki

Quiet and contemplative stage girl Mahiru admires her roommate but struggles with Hikari's arrival.

Flecknoe Maggie

Karen Aijou

Cheerful and boisterous Seisho student, Karen chases her starlight dreams with her childhood friend Hikari.

Karbowski Brittney

Kaoruko Hanayagi

Elegant Kyoto stage girl, skilled in traditional dance, yet calculating and reliant on Futaba.

Menzel Savanna

Futaba Isurugi

A tiny but athletic Stage Girl, Futaba is skilled in sword fights and cares for her friend despite her rough exterior.

McCurdy Chelsea Ryan

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This is my assessment of the film I viewed. Initially, I assumed the characters possessed superhuman abilities. However, I found the narrative progression less satisfying, as it relied heavily on dialogue rather than compelling action sequences. I was impressed only by the production design and the costumes. Overall, the film is adequate — neither poor nor outstanding; it was reasonably well-executed. Nonetheless, it depicts the development of new friendships and the deepening of their existing bond as best friends.

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This was one of the best series recap movies. You might feel confused at first, though, if you've never watched the anime series. But it can still stand on its own and give you a different experience. Despite the recaps, there were also newer scenes that were exclusive to this movie. Each rondo acts like a postscript after the episodic recaps, which was a great watch on its own. You'd need some context, but that's exactly what the recaps were for. That said, the dread I felt for every rondo increases. And that freaking giraffe ticks me off as usual, but his words would be very relevant to how the postscripts progress and how you reach an interpretative 'end', if you could call it that. Very interesting, I just finished rewatching this last week, too! Watch out for the fight scenes; it's quite the wild ride.

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