The most striking thing about Hyouka, in my opinion, is how well it utilizes its central conceit. And while Hyouka is far from their best or most flawless work, it’s nevertheless another shining example of what makes this studio so goddamn special. Anime owes more to Kyoto Animation than it’s even aware of, and I personally owe more to them than I can ever fully repay. It’s broadened our understanding of what kinds of stories are worth telling, for fans and creators alike. It’s pioneered revolutionary animation and directing techniques that helped usher the medium out of its early 2000s dark age and into its new era. It’s opened up new avenues for talented artists to make the most of their skills in a fair working environment. In production and writing alike, across almost two decades, KyoAni hasn’t just been responsible for some of the greatest anime ever made, it’s been responsible for changing the landscape of anime itself. With the exception of Ghibli, no anime studio past or present is so committed to this art form as a vehicle for storytelling at its highest caliber. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Kyoto Animation is second to none.
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