Promare, a 2019 release by Studio Trigger, was a critical and commercial success. The animation in this anime film, which was written by Kazuki Nakashima and directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, was universally commended for being of very high quality and for adopting a pastel colour scheme that is uncommon in anime films aimed at adults.
Because of the comparable visual styles and character cliches in Trigger’s earlier series, like as Gurren Lagann and Kill la Kill, comparisons were drawn right away. Here is a great collection for those who want to see movies with characters or animation that are comparable to those in Promare.
1. Fire Force
The Special Fire Force was established to combat the threat posed by Infernals, individuals with the capacity to spontaneously combust. Pyrokinetic Shinra Kusakabe takes part in the task force in an effort to do his best because these abilities can be utilised for evil reasons. However, he has no idea what (mis)adventures are in store for him in the future.
The current king of the shonen market is Fire Force’s second season. Even while it isn’t performing at One Piece’s standards, it nevertheless excelled itself. Fans dug in anticipating copper but were pleasantly pleased to find gold.
According to their name, firefighters put out fires. However, Fire Force completely changes the way that firefighters are perceived and depicts them. They not only battle and put out the fire that is threatening their planet, but they also do it with the help of that same fire. Fighting fire with fire is the basic idea of the story—truly the definition of shonen. However, even though the majority of these firefighters and fighters are strong individuals in and of themselves, some stand out more than others.
2. Redline
Since its start so long ago, the anime business has produced a great deal of media winners, even when it was more of a niche genre or medium. However, it can currently be claimed that although being more specialised than other media, such as western superhero comics, movies, and TV series, for example, it has still succeeded to penetrate western mainstream media.
Redline is a motorsports competition with just one rule: no regulations are permitted! It’s one of the most well-known competitions in the universe, and JP is a rookie who wants to win it at any costs. But this year, when criminals are also permitted to take part, the stakes are raised because he must now really race for his life.
Redline has some of the most fashionable, svelte, and aesthetically stunning animation in the sector. It is difficult to imagine that the movie was released more than ten years ago. However, given the calibre of the animation, it is understandable why it took the crew seven years to produce. It is bright and unforgettable in every way, and the colours really truly enhance the movement.
3. Fullmetal Alchemist
Fullmetal Alchemist has been on several networks and streaming platforms since its debut in 2003, so those who are unfamiliar with it may be wondering why it belongs to the dark fantasy category. It’s difficult to do the series credit by reading descriptions alone.
In essence, Fullmetal Alchemist is as follows: Edward and Alphonse, two brothers, look for the Philosopher’s Stone in order to bring their mother back to life. The stone has made the twins immortal, but they still face many dangers along the route. These are images of the Seven Deadly Sins, such as Gluttony and Envy.
4. Dead Leaves
Dead Leaves is an early film that Hiroyuki Imaishi directed. He would later go on to create the renowned Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann in 2007, and Dead Leaves has many of his distinctive artistic features. The situation worsens when two amnesiac criminals on the run are imprisoned in the space jail “Dead Leaves.”
The next 50 minutes or so include the most insane, heart-melting, non-stop crazy action ever created in the history of anime. Early in the film’s creation, Imaishi and his crew evidently tossed logic out the window and decided to pursue the unbridled spirit of animation instead. Don’t pass up the chance to rent Dead Leaves from Amazon.
5. Kill la Kill
Kill La Kill, maybe Trigger’s most recognisable song, made history when it released. The anime subverts fanservice in a way that nearly makes it appear feminist, and it has a narrative about sentient school uniforms and a school club. Kill La Kill blends the weirdest components, including school days, violent fights, a sinister family history, adopted family, and the fashion business. It shouldn’t work, but it does, and towards the conclusion of the series, it even manages to be subversive.
Few television shows, to begin with, deal with family violence, but Kill La Kill does so in the midst of a bizarre atmosphere and in between fights when clothing and household things are used as weapons. Trigger will have to put in a lot of effort if they ever hope to surpass the achievement that this programme stands for.
6. Brand New Animal
BNA, or Brand New Animal, made its debut during a time when anthropomorphic figures dominated popular culture. Fans were curious to see what type of spin Trigger might add to this kind of material given the popularity of Beastars. The majority of the time, supporters weren’t let down.
Beastmen coexist with humans in BNA, but because of their capacity to change into animals, they are subject to prejudice. High school student Michiru Kagemori learns she is a Beastman with tanuki-like characteristics after she witnesses the abduction of her best friend. Michiru heads to Anima City with the goal of rescuing her companion. There, she teams up with Shirou Ogami, a wolf Beastman, and solves her identity.
7. Code Geass
Like Eren, Lelouch began with good intentions. Lelouch desired vengeance on Britannia’s autocratic government, while Eren planned to exterminate all Titans and exact revenge on Shiganshina. By the end of their run, they had both taken a dark turn and turned into complete villains.
With the conquering of Japan in the year 2010, the Holy Empire of Britannia is establishing itself as a powerful military power. After being swiftly defeated, Japan was given the new moniker Area 11, and it has faced fierce resistance from these despots in an effort to reclaim its freedom.
A student from Britannia named Lelouch Lamperouge unluckily finds himself in the middle of a battle between Area 11 rebel forces and Britannian troops. But he is able to escape when a strange female named C.C. shows there just in time and gives him Geass, the “Power of Kings.” Lelouch sets out on a risky voyage as the masked vigilante known as Zero, launching a savage offensive against Britannia in order to exact final retribution after realising the tremendous potential of his newly discovered “power of total obedience.”