![]() ![]() Sequels/Additional media: "Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion" movie and the Rebuild of Evangelion movie tetralogy (1.0, 2.0, 3.0 & 3.0+1.0)Ĭult classic that can't possibly be describe in a couple of paragraphs, but which is undoubtedly the quintessential "elitist" anime. Both aspects are weaved into each other using the mecha genre and the experimental presentation as tools.Īn abstract, mistifying, esoteric and layered study of the human condition that nevertheless always manages to preserve a raw, emotional and universally relatable connection to the audience, which caused to become one of the most revolutionary and significant anime for both the industry and the otaku community. I know my list still lacks many essential classics, I will continue to add and expand into this list as I watch those personally.įor more recommendations, go to my other Interest Stacks, "Elitist Anime 2", "Elitist Anime 3" and "Elitist Anime 4", whose links are:Ī heartwrenching, yet ultimately hopeful deep dive into the human psyche and the existential angst that lies at the core of human nature full of cryptic symbolism, an enrapturing audiovisual presentation courtesy of Hideaki Anno's unique direction style and puzzling narrative developments.Įvangelion builds an incomprehensible conflict of cosmic scale without neglecting to create a deeply intimate character drama showcasing the pain, fear, dissapointment and despair inherent to human connection. Still added them because of how strongly they are stereotyped as "elitist" or have fitting characteristics to be classified as such. I have personally watched the great majority of the anime in this list, but there are a couple which I haven't. Not all aspects have to be checked to be included. Similarly, some shows here are not necessarily artsy or experimental in nature, but their old/underwatched/obscure nature gives them a reason to be here. ![]() Some shows here are not necessarily obscure or underground at all, but they are still here because they have been stereotyped as "elitist" by the community over time, due to their experimental or artsy nature. Generally speaking these are shows that fit one OR more of these adjectives: Experimental, Avant-Garde, Psychological, Philosophical, Obscure, Classic, Critically Acclaimed, Artsy, Old, etc. Nonetheless I try to provide a proper explanation for why each entry is included. "Elitist" has been a very generic and broad term to generalise many types of not-so-mainstream or "deep" anime, so this list is very diverse and it's criteria are not always clear cut and objective.
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