91 Days | Quick Review
Are you into shows involving the Mafia? How about revenge stories? A fan of both? Well, lucky you. Because I got something you might enjoy.
Type: Series
Released: 2016
Genre: Seinen, Crime, Drama
Studio: Shuka
Synopsis
One cold night in the town of Lawless, a boy named Angelo witnesses his family’s murder at the hands of the Mafia. Seven years later, he receives a mysterious letter that brings him back to his hometown. There, he infiltrates the crime syndicate and tears it apart from within, piece by piece.
91 Days is a story of one man’s attempt to take down an entire organized crime group to avenge his murdered family. The series embodies the saying, Revenge is a dish best served cold. Angelo returned to Lawless after almost a decade before gradually destroying the mafia family from the inside.
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But the show does not glorify vengeance. In fact, it portrays the dark and bloodstained path he must take to avenge his family, no matter the cost.
The anime does not shy away from depicting the gruesome crimes people are capable of. Despite that, the violence portrayed is actually kind of minimal, compared to other more gory shows. The quality, not the quantity.
Because it’s about the Mafia, there’s a lot of characters being introduced which are unfortunately largely forgettable. However, the main characters are fairly decent and the dynamic between them works well for the storyline.
Also, despite it involving the Mafia and their criminal activities, the action in the show isn’t too crazy. It seems the anime is more focused on its narrative and less on the fighting. But the animation is smooth and consistent.
Overall, the series is actually pretty solid. An interesting premise and a good plot. The way Angelo committed the final act of his revenge was an unexpected but pleasant surprise. Now go give this show a try.
Score: 2/5 ⭐ | Decent
See you on the next one~
