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(Discussion) Ghost Hunt - DerMensch24 - Nov 7, 2016
Ghost Hunt
![[Image: ghost-hunt.39840.jpg]](https://i.jeded.com/i/ghost-hunt.39840.jpg)
Synopsis (Courtesy of MAL):
Spoiler (Click to View)
Eps: 25
Studio: J.C.Staff
Genre(s): Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Shoujo, Supernatural
Source: https://myanimelist.net/anime/1571/Ghost_Hunt
Sub/Dub: Both exist
Trailer:
Spoiler (Click to View)
Spoiler (Click to View)
Eps: 25
Studio: J.C.Staff
Genre(s): Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Shoujo, Supernatural
Source: https://myanimelist.net/anime/1571/Ghost_Hunt
Sub/Dub: Both exist
Trailer:
Spoiler (Click to View)
This is actually one of the few anime that I have a mixed review about, so this summary/semi-review may be longer in order to be thorough.
While there are many anime that delve into the paranormal, the premise for an anime based on scientific and empirical means to approach it is quite different. The anime centers on our MC who is a freshman student that ends up working for a ghost hunter, as well as a band of fellow paranormal/religious experts. The story itself is separated into several cases that take up 2-4 eps at a time for story arcs with interesting mysteries, many ranging in degrees of emotion and creepiness. The animation is done decently and the sound is memorable in aiding the creepy feel of the anime, the OP most noteworthy.
Yet despite the good from the show, there are some drawbacks. The MC, while helpful when the plot makes it convenient, overall doesn't impact the plot too well (ideally her boss would be a better MC) and is easily the most cringe-worthy character of the anime. There is also a false romance that she attempts to develop with her boss Spoiler (Click to View). The characters as well, while mostly complimentary, do not indicate much development over the series. However the worst offense this show offers is the change in tone midway through the series. After the 3rd/4th case the show begins to dissolve from a scientific mystery to an action supernatural anime, which is rather a shame as the anime had potential until then.
Ghost Hunt is a decent watch, especially for Halloween, and the enjoyment level did remain throughout the whole series. I recommend this anime to those who enjoy a creepy, paranormal series.
* - Aura - Nov 7, 2016
mfw I saw you just completed the serie when I started it yesterday, haha! I wasn't sure at first, I had to give it the first 3 episodes to finish the case and then judge. So far, it's been a good watch and some parts are really freaky/scary. Made me feel uneasy, watching it alone in my appart.
* - DerMensch24 - Nov 7, 2016
(Nov 7, 2016 07:03 PM)Aurа Wrote: mfw I saw you just completed the serie when I started it yesterday, haha! I wasn't sure at first, I had to give it the first 3 episodes to finish the case and then judge. So far, it's been a good watch and some parts are really freaky/scary. Made me feel uneasy, watching it alone in my appart.
Ye, I watched all of it after 9/10 at night without the lights so was even creepier. Still a good watch, but I have my reservations, especially with the MC.
* - Tsunfire - Nov 7, 2016
Image is broken by the way.
* - Deany - Nov 7, 2016
I watched this last howloween i think
didn't really like it tbh
had some spooky vibes though
* - DerMensch24 - Nov 7, 2016
(Nov 7, 2016 08:08 PM)Japаn Wrote: Image is broken by the way.
Should be fixed now, thanks ;)
* - Tsunfire - Nov 7, 2016
(Nov 7, 2016 08:34 PM)DerMensch24 Wrote: Should be fixed now, thanks ;)
No problem. ✌
* - Mafty Navue Erin - Nov 7, 2016
Damn this looks intense. Thanks for the share.
* - Aura - Nov 12, 2016
This is one of the Anime that legitimately scared me... Still 3 episodes to go and I'm sure it'll be even freakier than the last hunt.
* - DerMensch24 - Nov 12, 2016
(Nov 12, 2016 05:22 PM)Aurа Wrote: This is one of the Anime that legitimately scared me... Still 3 episodes to go and I'm sure it'll be even freakier than the last hunt.
Despite a few things, I agree it was actually a bit of a creepy anime, I liked the atmosphere it conveyed ;)