Okay, let's talk about something *slightly* controversial. Requiem of the Rose King. Gorgeous art, dramatic plot, and… a dub cast that has opinions flying everywhere.
I'm going to say it. Are you ready? Buckle up.
An Unpopular Opinion (Maybe?)
I actually... liked some of the English dub choices. There, I said it! Don't throw tomatoes at me yet!
I know, I know, some purists will scream "sub only!" And trust me, I get it. Subs are often fantastic. But sometimes, after a long day, my brain just wants to chill.
And honestly, the actors gave it their all. Even if it wasn’t always… perfect.
Richard III: A Dub Dilemma
Let’s start with Richard III himself. Voiced by Emily Neves. A woman voicing a character who identifies as both male and female. It raised eyebrows for sure.
Some loved the androgynous tone. Others felt it didn't quite capture the...well, let's say the inner turmoil. It really depends on your take, right?
But honestly, can we all agree that Richard is a complex character no matter who voices him? It's a tough role!
Henry VI: Sweet and Slightly...Off?
Then there's Henry VI, voiced by Austin Tindle. Adorable, sweet, but also… perhaps a little too naive? A little too breathy?
Maybe I'm just used to Henry being a bit more, you know, *there*. But Tindle definitely brought the gentleness. I almost wanted to give Henry a hug, voice and all.
He really nails the "lost puppy" vibe. And let’s be real, Henry kind of *is* a lost puppy in the Wars of the Roses.
The Supporting Cast: Hits and Misses
Other voices? Mixed bag! Some were great. Some were… less great. But that's dubbing, isn't it?
It's all subjective! What sounds perfect to one person sounds grating to another.
The Duke of York (Robert McCollum)? Pretty solid. Definitely got the "powerful patriarch" vibe down.
Margaret of Anjou (Jamie Marchi)? Absolutely nailed the scheming, ruthless queen. Perfect casting, in my opinion.
Dubbing: A Thankless Task
Ultimately, dubbing is hard work. You're trying to match lip flaps, convey emotion, and stay true to the original character.
It's a thankless task, really. You're always going to have people who prefer the original. And that's okay!
But let's appreciate the effort, okay? The voice actors clearly put their heart into it.
The Verdict?
Did the Requiem of the Rose King dub win awards? Probably not. Was it the worst dub ever? Absolutely not!
It was... a dub. With highs and lows. And at the end of the day, it allowed me to enjoy a complex story without having to squint at subtitles after a stressful day.
So, there you have it. My slightly controversial, probably unpopular opinion. Now, tell me what *you* thought! But please, be nice. We're all just here to enjoy anime.
And maybe, just maybe, appreciate a slightly flawed dub along the way.
