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Critics Applaud Leviathan’s Emotional Core and Score Ahead of Netflix Debut

Early reviews highlight a strong narrative, elevated by Joe Hisaishi’s stirring score, despite stiff 3DCG animation, simplified World War I backdrop.

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Overview

  • Leviathan adapts Scott Westerfeld’s steampunk WWI trilogy into a 12-episode 3DCG anime co-produced by Studio Orange and Qubic Pictures
  • Central to the series is the evolving bond between fugitive Prince Aleksandar and disguised air cadet Deryn Sharp, praised for its depth and coming-of-age resonance
  • Reviewers commend Joe Hisaishi’s opening theme alongside Nobuko Toda and Kazuma Jinnouchi’s score for enriching key emotional and action scenes
  • Studio Orange’s detailed mech and creature designs earn praise for color and intricacy, even as critics note occasional stiffness in character and battle animations
  • Netflix will premiere all 12 episodes on July 10, with early reviews setting expectations for a character-driven alt-history experience