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Netflix's 'Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance' Offers a Fresh Horror Twist

The new series revisits the Universal Century timeline, portraying Gundams as terrifying forces in a war-torn universe.

  • Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance is a six-episode CGI series now streaming on Netflix, presenting a unique horror perspective within the Gundam franchise.
  • The series explores the One Year War from the viewpoint of Zeon soldiers, portraying the Gundam as a relentless, monstrous force.
  • While the animation and character designs have been criticized for stiffness, the series is praised for its atmospheric horror elements and haunting musical score.
  • The narrative challenges traditional hero-villain dynamics, presenting a nuanced view of war where both sides are neither purely good nor evil.
  • Despite mixed reviews, the series attempts to engage new audiences by focusing on the psychological aspects of war rather than just mecha battles.
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