Now And Then Here And There Anime

Okay, picture this: You're just chilling, maybe bouncing a soccer ball, when BAM! You get whisked away to a dystopian nightmare where water is currency and everything is trying to kill you. Sounds like a fun Tuesday, right?

Well, that's pretty much the premise of the anime Now and Then, Here and There. It's a wild ride, let me tell you. Hold onto your hats (or helmets, since those might be more appropriate for this world).

A Boy and His... Catastrophe?

Our main character, Shu, is your average, energetic kid. Think of him as the golden retriever of anime protagonists. He's got boundless optimism and a can-do attitude, which, let's just say, is seriously tested in this show.

He meets a mysterious girl, Lala-Ru, who's being hunted by some seriously messed up dudes. I'm talking villainous levels of twisted, like they make Darth Vader look like a kindly grandpa.

Suddenly, they're both transported to a desert wasteland ruled by the tyrannical Hamdo. Hamdo, you see, really really loves war. And he has a thing for controlling water, which, in a desert, makes him basically a god-king of misery.

Why You Should Watch (Even Though It's Kinda Depressing)

Alright, I'll be honest: this anime isn't exactly a laugh riot. It's got some heavy themes. Think child soldiers, famine, and the general awfulness of humanity when given too much power.

But! And this is a big but. It's incredibly powerful. It shows the resilience of the human spirit even in the face of utter despair. Plus, Shu's unwavering optimism is seriously infectious.

It is like watching a trainwreck in slow motion, but a trainwreck that leaves you pondering the meaning of existence. A truly unforgettable disaster.

Get Ready to Cry (Maybe a Lot)

I'm not going to lie: you will cry. I mean, unless you have a heart of stone and are completely devoid of empathy. In that case, maybe skip this one and go watch something about robots fighting, with no human connection at all.

The characters are so well-developed, and their struggles are so raw and real. Prepare to become emotionally invested and then brutally ripped apart. Fun!

Okay, maybe "fun" isn't the right word. But it is rewarding. It is a show that stays with you long after the credits roll. It makes you think, makes you feel, and maybe even makes you appreciate the simple things in life, like, you know, readily available clean drinking water.

A Timeless Classic (Despite the Futuristic Setting)

Despite being set in a vaguely futuristic, vaguely post-apocalyptic setting, the themes of Now and Then, Here and There are timeless. War, oppression, and the importance of hope are always relevant.

So, if you're looking for an anime that's more than just explosions and cute girls (though, let's be real, those are great too), give this one a try. Just maybe keep a box of tissues handy.

Just be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster. It is like watching a puppy get kicked...but then it gets back up and wags its tail anyway.

You might need a hug afterwards. And maybe a therapy appointment. But you'll also be glad you watched it. Probably. Okay, definitely maybe.

Seriously though, give Now and Then, Here and There a shot. You won't regret it (probably). Just don't blame me when you're sobbing uncontrollably at 3 AM.