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Okay, let's talk about the anime "The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses" (好きな子がめがねを忘れた, Suki na Ko ga Megane o Wasureta), also known as "Loving Yamada at Lv999"!
**What is The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses?**
• **Original Title:** 好きな子がめがねを忘れた (Suki na Ko ga Megane o Wasureta)
• **Based on:** The manga of the same name by Koume Fujichika.
• **Studio:** GoHands (known for *K*, *Seitokai Yakuindomo*, *Hand Shakers*) - *Note: GoHands' unique visual style is often divisive.*
• **Genre:** Romantic Comedy, Slice of Life, School
• **Aired:** Summer 2023
• **Episodes:** 13
**Synopsis:**
The story centers around Kaede Komura, a shy and unassuming boy who sits next to Ai Mie, a cute and popular girl, in class. One day, Mie forgets her glasses at home. Without them, she can barely see, and struggles to get through the day.
Komura, being the kind soul that he is, decides to help Mie throughout the day, assisting her with everything from reading the blackboard to navigating the hallways. As he spends more time with Mie, he begins to develop feelings for her. The series follows Komura as he tries to support Mie while also navigating his growing crush.
**Key Characters:**
• **Kaede Komura:** The protagonist. He is shy, kind, and has a crush on Mie. He is determined to help her in any way he can.
• **Ai Mie:** The female lead. She is cute, popular, and nearsighted. Without her glasses, she is incredibly dependent on others.
• **Motoharu Someya:** A friend of Komura
• **Narumi Someya:** A friend of Komura and Motoharu
• **Asuka Kawato:** A friend of Mie
**Key Themes:**
• **Overcoming Shyness:** The series is about Komura overcoming his shyness and expressing his feelings for Mie.
• **Support and Kindness:** The series emphasizes the importance of supporting and being kind to others.
• **Developing Relationships:** The series follows the development of a romantic relationship between two teenagers.
• **Dependence and Independence:** The series explores the themes of dependence and independence, as Mie relies on Komura's help but also strives to be more independent.
• **The Little Things:** Highlighting the importance of simple, everyday acts of kindness.
**Why is The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses Divisive?**
• **GoHands' Art Style:** GoHands' unique visual style is often polarizing. Some viewers love it, while others find it distracting or off-putting due to the heavy use of effects, blurring, and camera movement.
• **Lack of Plot:** The series is primarily a slice of life, so there is not a lot of overarching plot or conflict.
• **Mie's Dependence:** Some viewers find Mie's constant dependence on Komura to be annoying or unrealistic.
• **Repetitive Formula:** A bit of a similar formula each episode: Mie forgets glasses, Komura helps, cute moments ensue.
• **Inconsistent pacing**: The pacing is incredibly slow and drawn out
**Why Might You Enjoy The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses?**
• **Heartwarming Romance:** If you enjoy sweet and heartwarming romances, you might find this series appealing.
• **Unique Visual Style (for some):** If you appreciate GoHands' unique visual style, you might enjoy the animation.
• **Relaxing and Enjoyable:** The series is a relaxing and enjoyable way to unwind.
• **Simple Story:** The series is easy to watch.
**Things to Consider Before Watching:**
• **GoHands' Art Style:** Be sure you can tolerate GoHands' unique visual style before committing to the series.
• **Lack of Plot:** If you are looking for a series with a strong plot and complex characters, this may not be for you.
• **Mie's Dependence:** Be prepared to potentially find Mie's constant dependence on Komura frustrating.
• **Inconsistent pacing**: The pacing is incredibly slow and drawn out
**Where to Watch:**
• **Streaming Services:** Check Crunchyroll, or other anime streaming
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