Death Note
Summary: Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten.
For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of its rules ridiculous: the human whose name is written in this note shall die. However, the temptation is too great, and Light experiments by writing a felon's name, which disturbingly enacts his first murder.
Aware of the terrifying godlike power that has fallen into his hands, Lightâunder the alias Kiraâfollows his wicked sense of justice with the ultimate goal of cleansing the world of all evil-doers. The meticulous mastermind detective L is already on his trail, but as Light's brilliance rivals L's, the grand chase for Kira turns into an intense battle of wits that can only end when one of them is dead.
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Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. In contrast, the realm of death gods is a humdrum, unchanging gambling den. The ingenious 17-year-old Japanese student Light Yagami and sadistic god of death Ryuk share one belief: their worlds are rotten.
For his own amusement, Ryuk drops his Death Note into the human world. Light stumbles upon it, deeming the first of its rules ridiculous: the human whose name is written in this note shall die. However, the temptation is too great, and Light experiments by writing a felon's name, which disturbingly enacts his first murder.
Aware of the terrifying godlike power that has fallen into his hands, Lightâunder the alias Kiraâfollows his wicked sense of justice with the ultimate goal of cleansing the world of all evil-doers. The meticulous mastermind detective L is already on his trail, but as Light's brilliance rivals L's, the grand chase for Kira turns into an intense battle of wits that can only end when one of them is dead.
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Death Note Review
Death Note â Brutal murders, petty thefts, and senseless violence pollute the human world. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Supernatural, Suspense conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.62). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood â whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative â is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone â quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape â score, incidental music, and sound design â complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good â one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Death Note offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Supernatural, Suspense, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Lawliet, L
Main
Yamaguchi, Kappei
Japanese
Lawliet, L
Main
Juliani, Alessandro
English
Lawliet, L
Main
Lebon, Guillaume
French
Lawliet, L
Main
Haggége, Julien
German
Lawliet, L
Main
Crescentini, Stefano
Italian
Lawliet, L
Main
VicziĂĄn, OttĂł
Hungarian
Lawliet, L
Main
CantĂș, SĂ©rgio
Portuguese (BR)
Lawliet, L
Main
Eom, Sang Hyeon
Korean
Lawliet, L
Main
Pera, Roger
Spanish
Lawliet, L
Main
NĂșñez, Hugo
Spanish
Ryuk
Main
Nakamura, Shidou
Japanese
Ryuk
Main
Drummond, Brian
English
Ryuk
Main
SĂłtonyi, GĂĄbor
Hungarian
Ryuk
Main
Vasconcellos, Jorge
Portuguese (BR)
Ryuk
Main
Lee, Jong Gu
Korean
Ryuk
Main
Kuschmann, Bernd
German
Ryuk
Main
Karsen, Emmanuel
French
Ryuk
Main
Rossi, Alessandro
Italian
Ryuk
Main
de Castro, Rolando
Spanish
Ryuk
Main
Varela, Jordi
Spanish
Staff
Hashimoto, Kentarou
Producer
Maruyama, Masao
Producer
Nakatani, Toshio
Producer
Tamura, Manabu
Producer
Kobayashi, Mikiko
Assistant Producer
Araki, Tetsurou
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard, Theme Song Lyrics
Yamada, Chiaki
Sound Director
Aoyagi, Hironori
Episode Director
Bessho, Makoto
Episode Director, Storyboard
Hanyuu, Naoyasu
Episode Director
Hashimoto, Naoto
Episode Director
Hirao, Takayuki
Episode Director
Itou, Tomohiko
Episode Director, Script, Storyboard, Assistant Director
Itou, Hideki
Episode Director, Animation Director
Masuhara, Mitsuyuki
Episode Director
Nakamura, Ryousuke
Episode Director, Storyboard
Nishi, Eiko
Episode Director
Okazaki, Yukio
Episode Director
Osamura, Shinji
Episode Director
Oyunamu
Episode Director