Leviathan, Netflix's anime adaptation, presents an altered World War I narrative featuring genetically engineered animals and steampunk mechs. While the premise provides opportunities for engaging action, the story simplifies the war's complexities, delivering a basic anti-war message focused on friendship and peace rather than exploring the gritty realities of conflict. Unlike other narratives that depict the horrors of WWI with depth, Leviathan sacrifices thematic richness for a more straightforward approach, particularly emphasizing a central romance, and the anime adaptation further diminishes the original story's depth.
While the premise of using genetically engineered animals and steampunk mechs offers exciting fight scenes, the story ultimately simplifies the complexities of WWI into a simplistic pro-peace message.
The anime adaptation dilutes the source material, neglecting the intricate narrative layers and resulting in a focus on romance rather than the horrors of war.
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