OK, so TT is NOT really Anime! But, it IS heavily influenced by it- everything from the characters designs (Starfire looks like Mu from Saint Seiya!) to the way they all get superdeformed when in the grip of strong emotions, to the fact that the main Theme is sung by a Japanese Pop Girl group… sometimes in ACTUAL Japanese! Besides, I just felt like posting about it, so, meh.
For those of you who didn’t know, this is based on a Comic Book. It was VERY altered from the original, but, now that the Toon is a hit, they made ANOTHER comic, this one featuring the TV version of the Titans. Talk about turnaround!
Like many people, I was mad at the changes made in the characters, but the new versions have grown on me- they’re fun AND touching!
Another thing is that the Titans tend to act like KIDS, not Teenagers. But, I guess that’s to lure in a younger audience… and they’re funny, so…
I wonder why the show avoids commenting on ANY of the characters’ pasts? NOTHING is explained, not even WHY they’re living BY THEMSELVES with no adult supervision. Even Robin’s face remains a mystery! I suspect the show’s makers only bought the right for the specific Titans and their enemies, and cannot make references to other DC comics characters they’re related to (like Batman.)
My favorite is Raven. I feel sorry for her.
Next is Robin- he’s the closest thing to an responsible adult (while still making mistakes) the team has.
Starfire is VERY cute! And Beast Boy is funny (just not as funny as HE thinks he is.)
Cyborg is not very interesting, and his ocassional temper annoys me. Still, EVERYONE has his moment to shine in the series, which is its best feature.
And Slade is actually a better villain here than in the comics!
All in all, one of the best toons of the season. Highly recommended.