What I love about the adaptation of Volume 0 into a movie is that it makes Volume 0 feel like a proper prequel. Because JJK had a much broader scope, going to the Volume 0 manga after the main series can feel a bit off because of things like how you hear that Todo was involved in the events of Volume 0 but he doesn’t actually make an appearance. So the movie adds these things to Volume 0 in order to make it feel like it was written with everything that happens in the main series planned, which is great.

absolutely loved the "Nanami does exactly 7/10 of the thing" what a tasteful comment on one of my favorite jujutsu kaisen characters

17:20 I completely agree with your take on Rika's characterization, but that's also kind of the point in this story, so I push back slightly. We all know that curses materialize with their lingering burdens and regrets, and Gojo states that love is the most twisted curse of all. That lack of closure in never actualizing a potential relationship with the person you love is extremely FRUSTRATING, and we as the audience have all experienced it at some point, but we are able to move on and meet new people and form new relationships as we age. Unfortunately, Rika died with her infatuation with Yuta still going strong. Hence the "chemistry" between Yuta and Rika is remains very simplistic and childlike, because it can never progress beyond that.

Should you watch it if you haven't seen JJK: Yes Should you watch it if you have seen JJK: Yes

I completely agree with the rika point. While it didn’t make it into the actual story, akutami did include some extra info on human rika that i do wish made it into the movie. For example she wasn’t just in the hospital because she was sick, it was because she was found alone in the mountains after getting lost from with her father who was never found

So I feel I can add something to this conversation. I'm the only person in my immediate friend group who was interested in seeing this movie and was originally planning to just go by myself, however when I mentioned it in passing while talking with my husband and best friend they both immediatly said they wanted to go with me. My husband has only seen a little of JJK from walking past me watching it on my laptop with my headphones and my best friend hasn't seen a single scene. They mostly wanted to come since we hadn't been to the cinema since before the pandemic, niether of them are terribly into shonen. We went to one of the previews yesterday (since it was the only day we all had off) and they both had a really great time with it. I asked them afterwards what they thought and how easy they found the story to follow and they said that the characters and plot were very engaging. They enjoyed the in media-res begining, how the supporting cast started out as very strange and standoffish (my best friend actually muttered 'bitch' after Yuuta's first interation with Maki, but by the end of the film she was her favourite character) but we got to know them along with Yuuta. They found the mystery and tragedy of Rika intruiging and thought Geto was an excellent villian. The only part of the film that lost them was the fanservice at the end when the Kyoto students show up and do their things, they both said that for them it slowed down the momentum of the final act, which is fair I think, they both thought it was cute how excited I was to see them though. So yeah, it's anecdotal, but if you don't know too much about JJK and are thinking about seeing this film, you'll probably have a fun and fulfilling experience. My best friend is now planning on watching the show (she was super into Nanami for the brief moments we saw him, she is a woman of Class and Taste) and my husband has informed me that he would divorce me for Gojo (which is fair, I would probably do the same).

Looking back at the manga I still question why they pick the days they did to do these high scale attacks then I remember the whole concept of cursed energy and how it’s fueled by negative emotions and December 24 is definitely a time of year were negative emotions are at their highest

"there is some subtle solid chemistry between Yuta and a certain other sorcerer that could have built up to a strong emotional climax, but of course Akutatmi had to save exploring that for when these characters return in the main series". Well as long as we get to see Inumaki x Yuta I don't mind the wait. It's pretty cool that even in the movie Inumaki's only speech outside of his cursed words is Yuta's name.

Pure coincidence, but Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Movie just got released in Indonesian theater today and I managed to watch it a few hours ago, thank you for making this video to keep the conversation going for me at least. Sending love all the way from Indonesia and as always, appreciate the videos!

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Agree with everything except for the Rika / Yuta relationship being the weakest part. I thought it was one of the strongest. Their relationship was formed as a childhood bond, when things are very simplistic. Rika never grew up, never matured, and Yuta had an acute case of survivor's guilt (never realising that he had pulled Rika along with him, and was constantly adding to his survivor's guilt by adding to the body count!). So telling her he loved her and letting her go was a moment of pure love, child to child, not a mature love that he might hopefully have in the future. It was beautiful.

I haven't seen the film yet, but as a manga reader, and someone who has watched ALL of the trailers more than 20 times EACH, I think I can confidently say that Yuta vs Geto deserves an Animelee. Edit: It's been 2 months since I published this comment, and the film finally reached my country… Just watched it with a good friend today, and HOLY SH!T it was SO GOOD. Yuta has been my favorite character ever since her returned in the main manga, and you can be damn sure that I was happy with how they tackled his story. Only thing I'm mad about is the fact that high-quality clips of all these amazing scenes will only reach the internet in October.

I hear you about the chemistry between Yuuta and one of the other sorcerers, but true fans know that Yuuta/Kurouroshi is end game.

THIS IS A SPOILER FOR THE END OF THE MOVIE, so read on at your own risk. I would argue that their romantic relationship as kids doesn't need to be very complex since the incarnation of Rika that we see is only a manifestations of the instant of childish obsession that Yuta feels when he watches her die. In other words, curses are manifestations of great emotions and the emotion that created the cursed Rika is a very simple, childish emotion, and so doesn't need a deep, meaningful backstory.

More and more I'm seeing anime series are integrating movies into thier story lines not as these stand alone, filler laided things, but as critical viewing, that later seasons just expect you to have seen. And I honestly love this. Not to say OVA's haven't been doing this, but this new wave of movies seem different.

It certainly helps with context with the upcoming Shibuya incident cuz the way they introduced him in the manga during that arc it’s assumed you knew who Yuta was so I went back at that time to read the prequel.

I know nothing about this series, I (edit: HAD) no interest in consuming any media related to this series. But your scripting is always so fantastic I refuse to NOT watch anything you put out. So thank you for all your hard work to produce such fantastic content! ^^

Hideki Anno summarized the significance of Space Battleship Yamato: “If not for Yamato, Japan might not have anime now. Neither anime fans nor Otakus would have been born. Yamato started it all.”

I’m definitely looking forward to your videos about Shibuya and the Culling Gaming arcs. Personally I love the Gojo’s past arc the most because it’s so tragic and makes so much sense as to why gojo is the way he is. I’m fully a gojo simp but his characterisation is just so good in his past arc.

Should I? No clue, haven't watched the video yet. Will I? Abso-fucking-lutely. Already bought my cinema tickets in the next big town even though they were ridiculously overpriced and I'll scare poor children by sitting my old ass down next to them, lol. Been waiting for this since Christmas, I can't wait another 3 months or something until it's finally available online..!

I honestly can't wait to watch it. And then re-watch the anime again. And then wait for s2. And then repeat.

yes watch it, i read the manga for this movie and it was good. :)

You know, Yuuta reminds me a lot of a more badass Shinji Ikari, even down to the horrifying monster that’s overly protective of him. It’s ironic that in a world where misery fuels your cursed energy that a character like Shinji would be overpowered lol

Having just watched the movie yesterday, it was pretty awesome. Visually it's a 15/10, absolutely gorgeous. Every fight somehow only gets better and blows the anime fights out of the water, which I didn't think was possible. Gojo fucking up the curses and foreign cursed user is something I wanna watch on repeat once the movie is available online. But honestly the story and drama feels like the poorest part of the movie. It was still very good, but it especially felt rushed, something that's pretty common with anime movies. I felt like the emotional climaxes didn't feel earned, characters bonded too quickly, and the use of flashblack images to scenes we saw 3 minutes ago felt extremely cliche'd and weak. Like you said the relationship between Rika and Yuta was not there. I also felt that way for Yuta and the other 1st years, but it was better cause we actually see some bonding moments. If more time was given to the characters, the emotional scenes would have hit much harder. Overall still a fantastic movie, easily recommend to anyone curious.

To be fair to DBS Broly, it’s definitely canon & will factor into the next DBS movie. Plus there’s Mugen Train for Demon Slayer. But I definitely need to watch JJK 0 when I get the chance.

I just bought the tickets so I can't wait. I love Jujutsu Kaisen so I hope the movie is good. Also it's my first time watching an anime movie in the big screen

**spoilers, kinda** Regarding Rika and Yuta's relationship: it's implied that Rika wasn't just a normal kid, and something was off about her. Even without that, the reason she stays with Yuta after her death is because he unknowingly cursed her by making her promise to marry him, and he has to live with that

Haven’t even watched the video yet, I’m completely up to date on the manga and this is one of my favorite all time things alongside Star Wars, Jojo, Chainsaw Man, and soo much more. This movie is going to be phenomenal.

As an Anime-only scrub who just walked out of JJK0: absolutely loved it. Completely agree with Geoff the movie truly enhances a lot of the ideas and characterizations from the show (ie Maki is best girl) while setting up bigger plot threads for the future. The movie made me even more excited for next season. I was spoiled with the sealing of certain someone that occurs in the Shibuya arc but I have no details on why or how it happens so I am HYPE to see it adapted and for Yuta to come back, hopefully meet Yuji (they are so gonna be bff’s) and for some Yuta/Maki action 👀

I didn't really plan on seeing this as I mostly skip anime movies since they don't do anything for the story (with some obvious exceptions). Honestly, I had no idea what this movie was about. I saw that it had a completely different main character on the poster, and just sort of ignored it after that point. Although, now that I know it does pertain to the actual world and does matter to the plot, that makes it far, far more enticing. Thanks!

The absolute best part is that this movie is coming out in between season 1 and 2, like.. in chapter 63~64. it's exactly the moment I tell my friends to read volume 0

the fact that i can think of multiple moments that are from later in the manga that are strengthened by vol 0 is so great. spoilers: like for me my first thought was of "rika, we're just playing" because of seeing what rika could do if Yuta wasn't with geto.

I just saw the movie in cinema's yesterday and i thought it was so good!! I haven't stopped thinking about it since than. Though i have to admit Rika's story didn't really grip me to much either and i could take it or leave it, but my friend i went with was crying, so apparently it did work very well for her. For me it was very much all the character relationships being forged or being revealed that really gripped me and formed the emotional core of the story. But i had a banging good time, and the rest of the people in the cinema seemed to have had a good time as well.

The real highlight of the movie for me (that I figure won't get talked about much, at least) were the little touches to expand on Maki's character. Just that short little peek into what her childhood was like, and the awful guilt she was subjected to just for being born, went so far to really sell why she's so driven, so cynical, and so sincere to the point of belligerence. And seeing how much it meant to her for someone, even a total outsider to the sorcerer world like Yuta, to place his faith in her and her abilities and to accept her - all of her - for who she is was really touching. Maki has for so long felt like she should be my favorite character, and like she would be, if we got to spend more time seeing her in action and exploring her character. Just a little more is all it takes, and that little bit more the movie provided really, really reminded me of why I like Maki and the whole cast - the whole *everything* - of Jujutsu Kaisen so much.

Your thoughts just make me more excited for the film this coming Saturday. It'll be sure to be a blast.

Something I want to bring up actually has to do with the production of this movie: the English VAs have came out and said they were HORRIBLY underpaid for this movie, CrunchyRoll paying a range from 100-600 USD. That's not by the hour either; they were paid that for the entire film. The English VA for Gojo confirmed this on his Twitter. It's just really sad and unfair 😞

Learning all the lore felt very self-indulgent and watching the movie and seeing things we only hear about in this movie made me smile ear to ear throughout the whole run time. It was my first time watching an anime movie in the theater and I got lost so many times during the fights and I remember specifically during the final fight that my brain forgot how to read subtitles and had to reread the first few words a few times. Personally it is a great entry point and leads into the show very nicely. It does have story related implications so anime only's should watch it. It's just nice to watch and I really wanna watch it again when it comes to streaming.

The only thing i am afraid is that people who watched the movie would want yuta to be mc rather than yuji . Most of my friends said the same, but i feel yuji is the perfect mc for the mains series

In the manga, it was revealed that Rika actually stole the ring she gave to Yuuta. I think that detail makes her more interesting

One of my favourite cinema experiences was probably watching the Broly movie on the big screen. I don´t even like Dragon Ball all that much but they showed it in Japanese for a special event so I thought why not. It was an awesome experience to feel the theater almost shake during the movie.

Love the Ina merch ;D

Just booked tickets for my roommate and I to go see it in Ontario! I'm so glad to be able to watch an anime movie on the big screen! When Promare came out the nearest theater was 4 hours away in Montreal, and I wasnt about to drive that far.

Seeing it on Friday, cannot wait to finally see volume 0 adapted. Hyped to see the added anime original moments too.

I'm digging the Takodachi merch!

I cant wait to watch it! I loved the chapters that it was based on. Super hype!

The gabumon thing was perfectly timed with my life, true serendipity. Also this has reaffirmed my desire to catch up with the manga and made it clear that I can go see the movie without catching up \○/

I watched it yesterday (25/3) with a couple of friends who have also watched jjk. We all enjoyed different aspects of the movie, and my take as a manga reader is that it is great that it came out before the Shibuya arc gets animated, so that people get to know about Yuuta (before he appers in the anime) and the relationship between Getou and Gojo

Man I am looking forward to this. Thank you MB for your amazing videos ^^

I always love your videos! Keep up the great work!

The Takodachi shirt is spectacular

You're the devil for that Gabumon bit. I actually didn't even know the movie was gonna be in US theaters tho, thanks for the heads up!

Getting released in my country this coming Friday, can’t wait!

Another thing that makes it unique among prequels is that is was actually created before the main series so there's a twist from the usual.

ooh love the shirt!

This is gonna be the best of Spring!

I got my tickets to see it this upcoming Friday literally cannot wait 👏🏻

I just watched it today and it was so epic and worthwhile. I do agree with you that there were some parts of the movie where the plot falls a little flat. Regardless, it was a great experience and MAPPA did a splendid job. I'm definitely rewatching once it's available online

Great video!!! :D

adding to the list thanks

Fantastic video keep it up your doing amazing job

Never heard of this show before, this movie just appeared in theaters nearby. Hell yeah I'm gonna watch it, thanks Geoff!

I am very excited. It is releasing March 31st for us here, and I just got tickets for April 3rd. I remember how excited me, my best friend and my girlfriend were when this was announced, only held back by the idea that it might not release in theatres over here. And now we are going in a couple weeks.

I really wish I felt safe enough to go to the theaters to watch this, since I have read the manga and the trailers look amazing. I pretty much only watched this video to see what Geoff had to say about it. So, here's to one watching the movie at home (most likely renting it from a site where I can watch it) and looking forward to the next season of Jujustu Kaisen, when that comes out. In the mean time I will be keeping up with the manga.

Got early screening here, just watched JJK0 Movie yesterday and it was 🔥🔥🔥 The Animation fight scene just *chef kiss MAPPA nailed it once again. Yuuta VA "Ogata Megumi" did such amazing performance. Easy 9/10 for me.

been waiting for this video! going to see it wednesday and hope it lives up to the hype. don’t fail me, Mr Basement 🤞

I do plan on watching it, just not in the cinemas. Sure it might be until Summer that I finally get to see it, but I don't mind too much when it's not holding back the release of the next season.

Saw it this weekend and loved it!

As someone who is all caught up with the story. I just wanna collect the remaining volumes I need, including 0 and wait for it's release on Blu-Ray. This story is really good and this prequel only makes it better.

Amazing video and peak sign-off!

booked tickets for me and my sister the first day sales opened we're excited to watch it on friday!

It's nice to see Geoff be able to gush about good shows he likes, it's valuable contrast to all the trashfires he usually reviews

Con: I wasn't able to form a good connection with the newly introduced characters in the short run time. Pros: But it was great seeing the characters from season 1. Maki and Inumaki specifically were reason enough for me to enjoy this movie, they got a decent chunk of screen time. I love them both even more now. And finally, of course, the action and fighting in the third act were amazing. Overall: 7/10. Good time, worth seeing in theaters.

Already bought my ticket for Friday, I’m hyped

Hey, I just watched the Saga of Tanya the Evil. Thanks for the recommendation! (previous video if anybody is confused). Season 1 was a blast. Hopefully Season 2 will come out soon.

I see M'sB is a fellow Takodachi, much respect.

“Hits like a tsundere you just overheard compliment you as you fall through the wall of the hot spring she was in” 😂 straight gold

btw nice takodachi shirt 🥺

I get his point of view about Rika and Yuta love story being kinda just meh but I think it well done and served it purpose without overstaying it’s welcome

Love the Ina merch he’s wearing

I love your Ina shirt.

I am here for a bit of validation bc I loved the movie. You're the Hank Green of anime ty!

Completely unrelated the video but I love your t-shirt. Great choice 👌

I'm looking forward to it.

Nice Takodachi shirt, very cool

Forgot this was happening. Definitely will watch this when I get a chance.

This review made me go see the movie and I could not be more grateful! Of course a fellow Takodachi would have fantastic taste.

Good job; you *literally* made me fall off my chair laughing, with that gag at the end. Well, okay, it was mostly that I was sitting in my chair in a stupid way which made me fall, but still!

I don't usually comment on videos but I wanted to take a moment to say thank you. I'm having a bit of a shit day and your videos never fail to get a laugh

I watched it yesterday, and wholly and fully enjoyed it. I knew the story would be good, because there was so much discourse around Yuta in the fantôme. And it delivered!

nice to see another tako owo)9 ((but oh my god im so jealous im waiting for that merch to restock how dare you do this to me ))

HEY! I see that Takodachi shirt! That's cool, I have it too :)

Geoff you gotta tell us where you got that shirt!

Jeff that curse at the end.... oh my eyes (solid content as usual tho)

I realize this is kinda irrelevant, but I love the takodachi shirts.

The steelbook blu-ray of this from Best Buy is so nice.

that bleep sound was 4x louder than anything else in the video, besides that keep up the informative vids i mostly skip the anime movies but ill be checking this one out.

going to see it Thursday with a friend I haven't seen irl in a while

Seeing it in IMAX and can't wait!!

bro you make your mic sound so good

Thanks. My offspring loves JK but I haven't watched it yet, so I appreciate you taking the time to discuss JK0 as an onboarding episode.