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The Distance From Sally to Madoka

by Masaki Tsuji

Sally the Witch (1966) was the first show of the magical girl genre broadcasted on television. I was one of the scenario writers for it. Of course, we only wrote a light-heart children' cartoon with a magic theme. Since then, I also written for "Himitsu no Akko-chan (1969)," "Mahō no Mako-chan (1970)," "Majokko Megu-chan (1972)." Although some details changed from title to title, the formula was largely unchanged. Many years passed, I am already 80, anime certainly changed with time. I certainly expected it, but it should still be commended.

From the opening scene of Madoka Magica, I was exhilarated by the stylish image composition, obviously Shinbo's handiwork. As the story progress, the power of Gen's scriptwriting quickly shone through with its fantastic world building. not a excess frame; Shinbo's direction; pushed shaft's artists to their peak; plus the seamless, carefully interwoven dense script; the characters are full of breath-holding tension; the relentless and careful design made hte work both fulfilling and memorable.

There are no questionable plot development or excessive monologues, yet easily left path of well trodden tropes used to by both creators and audience. Groundbreaking yet recognizable, the sincerety has the audience firmly glued to the television screen. It's commonly said "let sleeping children lie." At my age, there's no choice but face death, such an outrageous thing. At least before my time's up, let me rest in peace, I always thought that way. In the 21st century, there's no coming back from the Showa Era radio or even news paper. Even before the mayors or principals have realized, the children have already woke up. They were just scared of punishment, so pretending to sleep. This cosplay-friendly magical girl story, yet relentless with life's reality, is perfect for this generation's youths. In turn, provided them a role they can identify with, giving them a perfectly prescribed bitter pill. The final reveal was a grand truth in the best of science fiction setting, extra-ordinarily elaborate and convincing. To have such a creative conscientiousness, to reach such a level of perfection, this work is worth people's admiration.

Prima 02:58, 18 December 2012 (UTC)