November 13, 2003
Full Metal Panic? Fumoffu Episode 13
"Fancy With No Moral Codes"
Fumoffu is coming off as something of a formulaic show. Sure, it bounces from one weird theme to the next, but now we've got two consecutive episodes where we start with Chidori making fun of a genre of television show, and then the episode follows with it happening in real life. I suppose it works as a frame, and the things Chidori says is usually pretty funny, so I'll accept it. Just don't make it three episodes in a row (maybe she can parody anime next).
In this one, we are shown what would happen in the unlikely (or maybe likely, for this particular universe) situation where Sagara is recruited to help a gang toughen up, and reassert themselves on their turf. As that story is clearly not bizarre enough, the twist that is thrown in is that Sagara disguises himself in his Bonta-kun outfit. Unfortunately, I feel like the whole Bonta-kun gag really throws this show too far into the comedy/bizarre category, especially given the groundedness of the first season.
So, another disjointed episode that is too silly for my tastes, and on the whole, comes off only a little better than average.
Rating: B-
Posted by Kei at November 13, 2003 12:52 AMWonder if it ever occured to you that this isn't so much a season as it is a Excel Saga. It's only purpose in life is to goof off. They named it after what the Bonta-kun says, so you know it is going to be wacky. You'll like the Second Raid (guess that would be the ACTUAL 2nd season) better.
Posted by: Tyrian at June 26, 2005 08:47 AM