Making Sense of Evangelion

"shinji, crank that Soulja boy"

Ive never heard someone explain this anime so well. So often when people try talking about this show the make it sound even more confusing. That's an achievement

"the only way to beat it is a choreographed dance sequence"

I think one thing that made the series so loved is the fact that even if you can’t understand the series completely there’s something deep in everyone that makes people understand it one way or another.

Shinji isn't riding a train to the last stop, he's on the Yamanote line which is a continuous loop, unending.

Ive seen like 5 memes from this show and now im watching this, did not expect "existential crisis the anime"

Kawaru is the single best written plot point and character In any show. He’s in the show for barely an episode but creates one of the most lasting impacts. He hits emotional and pushes the show forward perfectly.

Mommy and daddy issues: the mecha anime

Eva's theme is universal: loneliness, depression, self and awareness. It is also a lesson we can take away to be a better person once we are aware if we are struggling with these issues.

1:10:49 "to be human, is to fail, to be terrible, to learn from your mistakes and shortcomings, to self improve" My favorite quote from this video. Loved it alot

This is the definitive Evangelion analysis video I've been searching for for decades on YouTube. You are the only one that has actually made my all-time favorite anime make sense to me. I always knew Evangelion was brilliant, but never knew how to explain it even after watching it for the millionth time. I understood Shinji and other characters and the philosophy of this series, but never understood the minute details of why certain things happened and its oftentimes complex lore. It's like I've known about all this deep down, but you somehow brought it to consciousness without breaking a sweat. "Congratulations!" 👏

"Trying to still get used to Asuka's personality." You mean how socially hostile she is?

I thought it was interesting you saw the mass produced evas as doves, to me they were infinitely more similar to vultures, with how they circle above and only truly come in for the kill once their opponent is down.

Editing skills? Check. Clear, understandable, and engaging storytelling? Check. Deep and meaningful message? Check. You did great on this <3

Do NOT let Shinji near any hospital

I think the best way I could describe Evangelion's storyline.. and more or less Shinji's story is one of self growth and how depression stunts that growth. We see how Shinji does grow, but his depression keeps him from making any particular progress. He makes friends, he builds bonds, he sees pain and loss, he experiences rejection both from his father and his first love. He tries to come to understand what growing up means, where sexuality comes in and how that bond ignites. This entire tale is how one can make mistakes, be hurt, and needs to move forward despite all the pain. Shinji believes placating and helping other people. Following orders is far better than just being left to his own devices. But he doesn't realize that his blind obedience only orchestrates his downfall and digs a further pit into his soul. He fails to see he's not the only one in the world who is lonely, who is hurting, who desperately wants someone else to care for them. He is so consumed in his pain of self loathing and the pain of rejection; he fails to see the love offered by others. Only experiencing tastes of it from the angel of free will who gave him a bit of answers to his problems.

The video was spot on, but just a small correction, all of the evas are based on Adam, except 01 which is created from the lower half of Lilith, hence why Lilith's body is missing both legs

27:48 “shinji, crank that Soulja boy”🗣️🗣️

Brilliant research, editing, and storytelling. Keep at it, can't wait to see what you make next!

Giant naked lady takes over earth, that's basically the whole plot