Bubble Review- Wit Studio&#039;s Bubble hit streaming platform Netflix on April 28. Here is our take on whether you should watch it or avoid it.

Bubble (2022): Netflix Review- An Anime for Those Who Crave a Visually Spectacular Delight

Bubble 2022: Netflix Review: When I look back at Bubble, I’m reminded of the
dazzling blue and purple kaleidoscopic display on my screen. The color in this
anime is just exquisite, with numerous frames having the ability to serve as
dazzling wallpapers. When combined with Hiroyuki Sawano‘s musical melody, it
transports you to a whole new post-apocalyptic world. One filled with water,
hued bubbles, dangerous gravity-defying activities, and touched up with human
emotions. 



It was the musical melody that got me eager to watch Bubble. ‘Uta’s Melody‘ has
that entrancing effect, one that will capture you under its spell. This tune,
which dominates proceedings and serves as the primary background score, will be
remembered far more than the energetic theme song. 


WHAT IS BUBBLE ABOUT? 

A catastrophe has isolated a city. Bubbles float in and around Japan’s capital,
which is covered by a gigantic…bubble. The manner in which the makers present
this dome reminded me of The Simpsons Movie. 

Set five years after the ‘Bubble Phenomenon‘, present-day Tokyo is a partially
submerged and entirely enclosed city. Of course, people voluntarily step into
it; but it is devoid of life, apart from a bunch of youngsters and a few
scientists.

> Your next stunning anime adventure, BUBBLE is now streaming on Netflix!
> pic.twitter.com/ivzaishTQe [https://t.co/ivzaishTQe]
> 
> — Netflix Tudum (@NetflixTudum) April 28, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/NetflixTudum/status/1519572121499971585?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Mystified by the phenomenon, the scientists seek to explore the surroundings and
the youth engage in dangerous combat races, Battlekour, (a.k.a. The Tokyo Death
Games). Battlekour sheds light on a unique discipline, i.e. parkour. It is this
that ensures that the film gets its sequences that keep you at the edge of your
seats.

Hibiki, of Battlekour team Blue Blazers, forms the central focus in Bubble. He
is a parkour ace who can hear a sound no one else can. This voice, and his
belief in his abilities across the bubbles, provokes him to make the leap. Once
misfortune strikes, he enters the drink and receives assistance in more than one
way. 

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At this point, you may notice that this Wit Studio offering is an upgraded
adaptation of a dark Danish fairy tale. One where sacrifice, love, and devotion
shine through. 


WHAT IS GOOD ABOUT BUBBLE ON NETFLIX?

I like the fact that writer Gen Urobuchi and director Tetsuro Araki (Attack on
Titan
[https://netflixjunkie.com/striking-similarities-between-attack-on-titan-and-upcoming-netflix-anime-bubble-find-out-how-theyre-connected/])
described both the phenomenon and the game, right at the start itself. 

The action sequences in this Wit Studio film make admirable use of the
surroundings. You may be guilty of hitting the back button just to catch sight
of the insane stunts by team Blue Blazers and Under Takers. Bubble’s theme song
is quite catchy, which pumps one up for the film. 


Creative action sequences and liberties with animation come to the forefront as
the makers push the boundaries of parkour. The usage of ‘Uta’s Melody‘ as she
maneuvers through the air above the vortex is one of the film’s best sequences.
This is one of those instances you would absolutely want to re-watch, as one
watch may not be believable. 

The obvious love story takes center stage with a heart-wrenching line enhancing
the teary eyes of the devastated on-screen character.  

Bubble’s sound team makes the film enjoyable as you can observe the minute
details. For instance, audiences can hear the swoosh as Hibiki, Uta, and The
Blue Blazers glide through the air. One can also hear the sound of a boat in the
water, showing us the attention Wit Studio paid to their offering. 

Read More: “Anime Is a Global Medium Now”: Netflix Anime Head, Kohei Obara, on
the Streamer’s Thriving Anime Titles
[https://netflixjunkie.com/anime-is-a-global-medium-now-netflix-anime-head-kohei-obara-on-the-streamers-thriving-anime-titles/]

Also, the animators deserve a mention here for the successful luminescent
creation of the wonderland that is the bubble-filled Tokyo. The merging of
purple and blue with the rays of sunlight creates a slight shimmer that can
captivate audiences who tune in to watch this anime.

Unfortunately, dazzling animation, fluid graphics, and a wonderful background
score may not be enough to distract you from a predictable ending. 


WHAT’S BAD ABOUT BUBBLE?

Avid readers, ones who have read the Danish literary fairy tale written in 1837,
may lose interest in Bubble as they would have a fair idea of where this film is
going. They may react like how Uta did when one character narrated Ariel’s tale
to her. 

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Barring Hibiki and Uta, we don’t really feel invested in the other characters.
Gen Urobuchi did not flesh out his characters to be more than just Blue Blazers
members. There isn’t that core supporting character to enhance the journey of
the main characters in a large way. They are under-used, or rather, relied on as
stepping stones for the protagonist’s journey. Would you miss out on Makoto or
any of the others? I certainly didn’t. 

Read More: Don’t Look Up (2021) (Netflix)- Review: Powerful Performances and
Direction Help This Satire Thrive
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-dont-look-up-2021-netflix-review-leonardo-dicaprio-ariana-grande-meryl-streep-netflix-film-netflix-original/]

The Urobuchi and Araki duo don’t provide an in-depth take into the exploration
of the galaxy, limbo, why the bubbles don’t burst, and the why behind the bubble
phenomenon. Hence, Bubble remains part adventure thriller, part devastating
romance, part sci-fi; but nothing entirely. A weird and fresh combination
indeed, but that won’t delight certain audiences. 


VERDICT OF BUBBLE ON NETFLIX

Bubble is an anime for those who crave a visually spectacular delight.
Cinephiles who wish to watch work with spectacular transitions should stream
Bubble on Netflix [https://netflixjunkie.com/amp/]. The fluidity of the moves
from first person to a neutral observer or P.O.V. glances are top-notch. 



If you read the synopsis or watch the trailer and expect a parkour battle
royale, stay away from this film [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16360006/] as you
will be disappointed. A deep story is also lacking here, and if ‘content is
king’, you may brush aside the glittery animation and your bubble may pop as you
realize that all that glitters may not be gold for you. 

Bubble is now streaming on Netflix [https://www.netflix.com/in/title/81345945]. 

Also Read: Night Teeth (2021) Review- Avoid This Vampire Tale in The City of
Angels 
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-night-teeth-2021-review-avoid-this-vampire-tale-in-the-city-of-angels/]

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Reubyn Coutinho is an Editor and Film Critic at Netflix Junkie. This Mass Media Graduate from St. Xavier's has attended MAMI (2019) as a film critic. He hopes to be an official critic at festivals such as Sundance, Berlin, Venice, and Cannes. As someone drawn to the craft of cinema, the stories brought to life through them, and the memories created through breathtaking moments on screen, Reubyn, in this role, combines his knack for critical analysis, love for writing, and watching films. His favorite films include It's a Wonderful Life, Black Swan, and Dead Poets Society. As a passionate consumer of Netflix content, Reubyn adores The Crown, Stranger Things, Cobra Kai and Daredevil. Away from the film world, he always has his eye on Manchester United in the EPL.

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Bubble 2022: Netflix Review: When I look back at Bubble, I&#8217;m reminded of the dazzling blue and purple kaleidoscopic display on my screen. The color in this anime is just exquisite, with numerous frames having the ability to serve as dazzling wallpapers. When combined with Hiroyuki Sawano&#8216;s musical melody, it transports you to a whole new post-apocalyptic world. One filled with water, hued bubbles, dangerous gravity-defying activities, and touched up with human emotions. 
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It was the musical melody that got me eager to watch Bubble. &#8216;Uta&#8217;s Melody&#8216; has that entrancing effect, one that will capture you under its spell. This tune, which dominates proceedings and serves as the primary background score, will be remembered far more than the energetic theme song. 
<h2>What is Bubble about? </h2>
A catastrophe has isolated a city. Bubbles float in and around Japan&#8217;s capital, which is covered by a gigantic&#8230;bubble. The manner in which the makers present this dome reminded me of The Simpsons Movie. 
Set five years after the &#8216;Bubble Phenomenon&#8216;, present-day Tokyo is a partially submerged and entirely enclosed city. Of course, people voluntarily step into it; but it is devoid of life, apart from a bunch of youngsters and a few scientists.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Your next stunning anime adventure, BUBBLE is now streaming on Netflix! <a href="https://t.co/ivzaishTQe">pic.twitter.com/ivzaishTQe</a>
&mdash; Netflix Tudum (@NetflixTudum) <a href="https://twitter.com/NetflixTudum/status/1519572121499971585?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 28, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Mystified by the phenomenon, the scientists seek to explore the surroundings and the youth engage in dangerous combat races, Battlekour, (a.k.a. The Tokyo Death Games). Battlekour sheds light on a unique discipline, i.e. parkour. It is this that ensures that the film gets its sequences that keep you at the edge of your seats. 
Hibiki, of Battlekour team Blue Blazers, forms the central focus in Bubble. He is a parkour ace who can hear a sound no one else can. This voice, and his belief in his abilities across the bubbles, provokes him to make the leap. Once misfortune strikes, he enters the drink and receives assistance in more than one way. 
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At this point, you may notice that this Wit Studio offering is an upgraded adaptation of a dark Danish fairy tale. One where sacrifice, love, and devotion shine through. 
<h2>What is Good About Bubble on Netflix?</h2>
I like the fact that writer Gen Urobuchi and director Tetsuro Araki (<a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/striking-similarities-between-attack-on-titan-and-upcoming-netflix-anime-bubble-find-out-how-theyre-connected/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Attack on Titan</a>) described both the phenomenon and the game, right at the start itself. 
The action sequences in this Wit Studio film make admirable use of the surroundings. You may be guilty of hitting the back button just to catch sight of the insane stunts by team Blue Blazers and Under Takers. Bubble&#8217;s theme song is quite catchy, which pumps one up for the film. 
<iframe loading="lazy" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vao7eDMtrro" width="885" height="498" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> 
Creative action sequences and liberties with animation come to the forefront as the makers push the boundaries of parkour. The usage of &#8216;Uta&#8217;s Melody&#8216; as she maneuvers through the air above the vortex is one of the film&#8217;s best sequences. This is one of those instances you would absolutely want to re-watch, as one watch may not be believable. 
The obvious love story takes center stage with a heart-wrenching line enhancing the teary eyes of the devastated on-screen character.  
Bubble&#8217;s sound team makes the film enjoyable as you can observe the minute details. For instance, audiences can hear the swoosh as Hibiki, Uta, and The Blue Blazers glide through the air. One can also hear the sound of a boat in the water, showing us the attention Wit Studio paid to their offering. 
Read More: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/anime-is-a-global-medium-now-netflix-anime-head-kohei-obara-on-the-streamers-thriving-anime-titles/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“Anime Is a Global Medium Now”: Netflix Anime Head, Kohei Obara, on the Streamer’s Thriving Anime Titles</a>
Also, the animators deserve a mention here for the successful luminescent creation of the wonderland that is the bubble-filled Tokyo. The merging of purple and blue with the rays of sunlight creates a slight shimmer that can captivate audiences who tune in to watch this anime.
Unfortunately, dazzling animation, fluid graphics, and a wonderful background score may not be enough to distract you from a predictable ending. 
<h2>What&#8217;s Bad about Bubble?</h2>
Avid readers, ones who have read the Danish literary fairy tale written in 1837, may lose interest in Bubble as they would have a fair idea of where this film is going. They may react like how Uta did when one character narrated Ariel&#8217;s tale to her. 
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-29251 size-full lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/FRcrDDAXMAAKj8V.jpg" alt="" width="750" height="422" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/FRcrDDAXMAAKj8V.jpg 750w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/FRcrDDAXMAAKj8V-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" />
Barring Hibiki and Uta, we don&#8217;t really feel invested in the other characters. Gen Urobuchi did not flesh out his characters to be more than just Blue Blazers members. There isn&#8217;t that core supporting character to enhance the journey of the main characters in a large way. They are under-used, or rather, relied on as stepping stones for the protagonist&#8217;s journey. Would you miss out on Makoto or any of the others? I certainly didn&#8217;t. 
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The Urobuchi and Araki duo don&#8217;t provide an in-depth take into the exploration of the galaxy, limbo, why the bubbles don&#8217;t burst, and the why behind the bubble phenomenon. Hence, Bubble remains part adventure thriller, part devastating romance, part sci-fi; but nothing entirely. A weird and fresh combination indeed, but that won&#8217;t delight certain audiences. 
<h2>Verdict of Bubble on Netflix</h2>
Bubble is an anime for those who crave a visually spectacular delight. Cinephiles who wish to watch work with spectacular transitions should stream Bubble on <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/amp/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Netflix</a>. The fluidity of the moves from first person to a neutral observer or P.O.V. glances are top-notch. 
<iframe loading="lazy" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8pbWblLkHHk" width="885" height="498" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
If you read the synopsis or watch the trailer and expect a parkour battle royale, stay away from this <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16360006/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">film</a> as you will be disappointed. A deep story is also lacking here, and if &#8216;content is king&#8217;, you may brush aside the glittery animation and your bubble may pop as you realize that all that glitters may not be gold for you. 
Bubble is now streaming on <a href="https://www.netflix.com/in/title/81345945" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Netflix</a>. 
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