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›'Ergo Proxy': The Definition Itself of Unexplainable@chris-chris9273d
Existentialism. Yeah, that same philosophical backbone anime has been quietly using for years, shaping those dense, introspective conversations Japanese animation does so well. But beyond the aesthetic, it’s essential if you actually want to understand stories like Ergo Proxy. We’re talking about a philosophy that ties human anxiety, purpose, and identity into one uncomfortable but necessary question: why do we exist at all? This isn’t empty intellectual fluff, it’s the core of what makes this series hit as hard as it does. Twenty three episodes, one season, and somehow it manages to feel heavier than shows ten times its length.Here’s the thing. Japan doesn’t shy away from complexity. And I’ll be honest, I went into this with low expectations. Friends who live and breathe anime had mixed reactions. Too dense, too philosophical, borderline pretentious. You hear that enough times and it sticks. It gets in your head. But once I actually sat down and watched it, I realized something pretty quickly: this is one of those rare cases where big, intimidating ideas are handled with real intention. There’s a clear influence from Isaac Asimov, especially in how technology and humanity blur into each other, but it never feels like it’s showing off. It just works.
At its core, the story is dystopian. Humanity wrecked Earth, so now they’re floating somewhere safe while sending advanced beings back to clean up the mess. These entities, called Proxy, aren’t your typical clunky robots. They’re almost indistinguishable from humans. Some versions even blend in completely. And here’s where things get interesting: time passes, and with it, something unexpected happens. They develop awareness.Consciousness. And suddenly, the mission isn’t just about fixing a planet anymore, it’s about understanding existence itself. That’s where the philosophy kicks in hard. The whole idea echoes René Descartes and his famous “I think, therefore I am.” Because what happens when something artificial starts thinking? Does that make it alive? Does awareness automatically give meaning? The show doesn’t hand you answers. It just puts you in front of the question and lets it sit there, uncomfortable and unresolved. And honestly, that’s exactly why it works. It respects your intelligence enough not to spoon feed you.On a technical level, it’s just as impressive. The visual tone is dark, almost suffocating at times, and the atmosphere never lets you relax completely. And then there’s the music. That ending theme, Paranoid Android by Radiohead, is one of those choices that feels almost unfair in how perfectly it fits. It lingers. It amplifies everything you just watched. And by the time each episode ends, you’re not just curious, you’re pulled in whether you like it or not.I won’t spoil anything, you already know I don’t do that. But this is the kind of anime you watch alone. The kind that asks for your full attention and then quietly messes with your head. It’s not brutal, but it is demanding. And yeah, sometimes it hits in a way that leaves you sitting there in silence a bit longer than expected. If you’ve got the patience for it, give it a shot. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.›🕶️ Ergo Proxy – Identity, Consciousness, and the Truth Behind Perfection@zeruxanime88d
Some anime tell a story.
Ergo Proxy makes you question reality itself.Released in 2006 and produced by Manglobe, this cyberpunk series blends philosophy, mystery, and psychological depth into a world where perfection is just an illusion—and truth is something dangerous to uncover.
When I first watched Ergo Proxy, I didn’t fully understand everything.
But I felt it. And that’s what makes it special.🌆 Romdeau: A Perfect Prison
The story begins in Romdeau, a domed city where humans live under strict control alongside androids known as AutoReivs. Everything seems ordered, clean, and safe.
But when the AutoReivs begin to develop self-awareness due to a mysterious phenomenon, the illusion of control starts to collapse.
What was once a perfect system slowly reveals its cracks.
🤖 Proxies and the Question of Existence
At the center of the mystery are the Proxies—powerful, enigmatic beings that challenge everything humanity believes about creation and purpose.
Through characters like Re-l Mayer and Vincent Law, the series explores identity, memory, and the nature of consciousness.
Who are we… when we strip away everything we think defines us?
🌫️ Atmosphere Over Explanation
Ergo Proxy doesn’t hand you answers.
It builds its world through atmosphere—quiet scenes, philosophical dialogue, and moments that feel almost dreamlike.The pacing is deliberate, sometimes slow, but always intentional. It invites you to reflect instead of simply consume.
The soundtrack and visual tone reinforce this perfectly—cold, distant, yet strangely beautiful.
💫 A Journey Into the Self
Ergo Proxy is not just about a dystopian world—it’s about the human mind. About identity, purpose, and the fear of discovering truths we may not be ready to face.
It’s complex, introspective, and deeply philosophical.
If you enjoy anime that challenge your perception and reward careful attention, Ergo Proxy is a journey worth taking.
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›Review: Ergo Proxy | A Mind-Blowing Philosophical Journey in a Post-Apocalyptic World@jessuses1381131d
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Saludos, y bienvenidos a todos, amantes del anime! 💗
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Hello everyone, fellow fans of good stories, I hope you're all doing great today. On this occasion, I want to share a new review with you. I'm going to talk about an anime that's considered a gem by many. You've probably heard of it, or maybe not... perhaps it's only watched by "people of culture," or so they say, haha. Anyway, today I'll be talking about Ergo Proxy. I remember stumbling upon this anime a ton of years ago, during that phase every true fan knows: you've already watched all the good stuff and you start scraping the bottom of the barrel, watching whatever is put in front of you. There I was, and out of nowhere, I come across this super dark cover art, with a goth girl who looked like she was straight out of an Evanescence music video.
And I thought, "What the hell is this? There are no girls with superpowers or giant mechs... this can't be a good anime." I started watching it, but for some reason, I never finished it. Still, it always stuck with me... something stopped me from finishing it, but that nagging feeling remained. Now, filled to the brim with the sweet, sticky juices of stubbornness, I decided to go back. I needed to know why I had dropped it, and let me tell you something... the experience was... wow, on another level.
Hola a todos, amigos fanáticos de las buenas historias, espero que estén super bien hoy, en esta ocasión, les quiero una nueva reseña, les voy a a hablar de un anime que es considerado una joya por muchos, seguro han oído de el, o no.. quizás solo lo ven las "personas cultas" o eso suelen decir jaja, en fin, hoy les hablaré de Ergo Proxy.. me acuerdo que me topé con este anime hace un montón de años, en esa fase que todo fan de verdad conoce: ya te viste todo lo bueno que había y empiezas a rascar la olla, a ver cualquier cosa que te pongan enfrente.. ahí estaba yo, y de la nada, me encuentro con esta portada súper oscura, con una chava gótica que parecía sacada de un video de Evanescence.
Y pensé: "¿y esto qué carajos es? No hay morras con superpoderes ni mechas gigantes.. esto no puede ser un buen anime", lo empecé a ver, pero por alguna razón, nunca lo terminé. Eso sí, siempre se me quedó grabado.. algo me impidió acabarlo, pero la espinita se quedó ahí clavada, ahora, lleno hasta el tope de los dulces y pegajosos jugos de la terquedad, decidí volver. Necesitaba saber por qué lo había dejado, y déjenme decirles una cosa... la experiencia fue... uff, otro nivel.
So, what's Ergo Proxy about? Phew, it's super hard to explain without dropping spoilers, but I'll give it a shot. Here's the deal: we're in a post-apocalyptic world, and what's left of humanity lives locked inside a domed city called Romdo. On the outside, it's like a perfect, high-tech utopia where people live alongside androids, the AutoReivs, who basically do all the work for them. But the problem is that a virus, the "Cogito," has been going around, suddenly giving the robots consciousness... a soul, so to speak. This is where our protagonist, Re-l Mayer, comes in—an inspector with the full-on look of a gothic metal star, who is sent to investigate some very strange murders.
And in the midst of it all, she comes face-to-face with a monstrous creature, a supernatural being they call a "Proxy." This encounter blows her mind, shatters her entire reality, and ends up dragging her, along with an immigrant named Vincent Law, into a mystery that threatens to tear down not only the perfect society of Romdo, but everything they believed to be true. From the very first episode, the atmosphere of this series grabs you and doesn't let go... and when I say it grabs you, it truly suffocates you. Ergo Proxy has a heavy, dark ambiance that slowly consumes you. I mean that literally, huh?
It's so dark that if you watch it with too much light in your room, you'll miss half of what's happening on screen. But mind you, it's not like that on a whim; it's key. There's a reason for it. If it were any brighter, it just wouldn't be Ergo Proxy. The animation quality is on another level, almost cinematic. The detail in the movements, in the faces... it's some of the most realistic I've seen in an anime. It's not at all the typical design of today's anime; this has a different vibe, it's much more mature, more raw. To top it off, the soundtrack is perfect for cementing that identity. The opening, "Kiri" by Monoral, is a gem that sets the mood, and the ending... well, the ending is the legendary "Paranoid Android" by Radiohead.
Bueno, ¿y de qué va Ergo Proxy? Uff, es súper difícil de explicar sin tirar spoilers, pero voy a hacer el intento.. la cosa va así: estamos en un mundo postapocalíptico, y lo que queda de la humanidad vive encerrada en una ciudad-domo llamada Romdo.. por fuera, es como una utopía perfecta, súper tecnológica, donde la gente vive junto a unos androides, los AutoReivs, que básicamente les hacen todo el trabajo. Pero el problema es que últimamente anda rondando un virus, el "Cogito", que de repente les da conciencia a los robots... un alma, por así decirlo, aquí es donde entra nuestra prota, Re-l Mayer, una inspectora con toda la facha de estrella de metal gótico, a la que mandan a investigar unos asesinatos bien extraños.
Y en medio de todo, se topa de frente con una criatura monstruosa, una cosa sobrenatural a la que llaman "Proxy".. este encuentro le vuela la cabeza, le rompe toda su realidad y la termina arrastrando, junto con un inmigrante llamado Vincent Law, a un misterio que amenaza con derrumbar no solo la sociedad perfecta de Romdo, sino todo lo que ellos creían que era verdad. Desde el primer capítulo, la atmósfera de esta serie te agarra y no te suelta.. cuando digo que te agarra, es que de verdad, te asfixia, Ergo Proxy tiene un ambiente pesadísimo, oscuro, que te va consumiendo poco a poco.. lo digo literalmente, ¿eh?
Es tan oscura que si la ves con mucha luz en tu cuarto, te vas a perder la mitad de lo que pasa en la pantalla, pero ojo, que sea así no es por capricho, es clave. Tiene un porqué.. si esto tuviera más luz, simplemente no sería Ergo Proxy, la calidad de la animación está en otro nivel, casi como de película.. el detalle en los movimientos, en las caras... es de lo más realista que he visto en un anime. No es para nada el diseño típico de los animes de ahora; esto tiene otra vibra, es mucho más maduro, más crudo, para rematar, la banda sonora es perfecta para clavar esa identidad. El opening, "Kiri" de Monoral, es una joya que te pone en el mood, y el ending... bueno, el ending es la legendaria "Paranoid Android" de Radiohead..
Now, let's be brutally honest, Ergo Proxy is going to make it tough for you. Its pacing is slow, like, really slow, and its story is super complex. The first seven episodes, if I'm being honest, were a real slog for me. There were moments when I already had my phone in hand, wondering if it was really worth continuing. The first three episodes hook you with the mystery, but then the plot hits the brakes until it almost comes to a complete stop. I think this is where the series loses 85% of the people who start it. I get it if you drop it. I really do. BUT, and this is a HUGE but, if you manage to stick it out and get past that part, the reward is one of the most intense experiences I've ever had with an anime. While you're slow-cooking at the beginning, the series is planting little seeds of intrigue and curiosity.
Suddenly, you get to episode eight, and something clicks in your head. You start thinking, "Wait a minute, why did they show that detail for a second? What does that mean?". The show keeps you guessing the whole time... it challenges you to pay attention, to connect the dots in a story where a ten-second scene you missed by blinking could be the key to everything. When you start to get the hang of it, it becomes an addiction. I, for example, had to watch it twice to be able to write a more or less coherent review, and it was worth every damn second. Because deep down, Ergo Proxy is much more than a sci-fi thriller... it's a massive philosophical journey. Its whole idea revolves around something simple yet profound: "I think, therefore I am." It's no coincidence the virus is called "Cogito," right? From Descartes' famous phrase, "Cogito, ergo sum." It's a journey to find oneself, where the main reason to exist is desire in all its forms: the desire to protect, the desire to be someone, even the most basic and carnal desire. It's like reading Asimov but with an existentialist, dark, and very, very unique twist.
Ahora, vamos a ser brutalmente honestos, Ergo Proxy te la va a poner difícil.. su ritmo es lento, pero lento con ganas, y su historia es súper compleja, los primeros siete episodios, si les soy sincero, se me hicieron pesadísimos.. hubo momentos en los que ya estaba con el celular en la mano, preguntándome si de verdad valía la pena seguir. Los primeros tres capítulos te enganchan con el misterio, pero después la trama le pisa el freno hasta casi detenerse por completo, yo creo que aquí es donde la serie pierde al 85% de la gente que la empieza a ver, te entiendo si la dejas. De verdad que sí, PERO, y este es un pero GIGANTE, si logras aguantar vara y pasas esa parte, la recompensa es una de las experiencias más brutales que he tenido con un anime.. mientras te estás cocinando a fuego lento al principio, la serie va plantando semillitas de intriga y curiosidad.
De repente, llegas al capítulo ocho, y algo te hace clic en la cabeza. Empiezas a pensar: "A ver, espérate, ¿por qué mostraron ese detalle un segundo? ¿Qué significa eso?". La serie te tiene adivinando todo el tiempo.. te reta a que le pongas atención, a que ates cabos en una historia donde una escena de diez segundos que te perdiste por parpadear puede ser la clave de todo, cuando le empiezas a agarrar la onda, se vuelve una adicción. Yo, por ejemplo, me la tuve que chutar dos veces para poder hacer una reseña más o menos coherente, y valió cada maldito segundo.. porque en el fondo, Ergo Proxy es mucho más que un thriller de ciencia ficción.. es un viajezote filosófico. Toda su idea gira en torno a algo simple pero profundísimo: "Pienso, luego existo". No es casualidad que el virus se llame "Cogito", ¿no? Por la famosa frase de Descartes, "Cogito, ergo sum".. es un viaje para encontrarse a uno mismo, donde la razón principal para existir es el deseo en todas sus formas: el deseo de proteger, el deseo de ser alguien, hasta el deseo más básico y carnal.. es como si te pusieras a leer a Asimov pero con un toque existencialista, oscuro y muy, muy propio.
And at the center of this massive journey are the characters. Let's start with Vincent Law, who drives the whole story. At first, the guy is a nobody, with no will of his own, literally a video game NPC. His only goal in life is to become a "model citizen." But when he gets caught up in the mess with the Proxy, his life goes to hell and a ton of blocked memories start to surface. He's forced to flee and confront a truth that shatters his mind, because, ladies and gentlemen, he himself is a Proxy who lost his memory. Seeing him evolve from a cowardly, personality-less guy to the one seeking all the answers is... man, a thing of beauty. Then there's Re-l Mayer. With her goth singer look, she's the complete opposite of a model citizen. She's rebellious, curious, and couldn't care less about following the rules. At first, I thought she was going to be the typical super-strong, perfect protagonist, like Motoko Kusanagi from Ghost in the Shell.
But not at all! I was completely wrong. Re-l is a girl with a lot of limitations, stemming from how fragile she is. The poor thing goes through so much, and it's precisely that vulnerability that makes you connect with her in a way you don't expect. Her evolution, when she realizes there's a world beyond her golden cage, is incredible. I have to say, the voice actress in the English dub, which is the one I watched, did a spectacular job; she perfectly nailed every one of the character's emotions.
And, of course, I can't forget the charming Pino, a companion AutoReiv who, after getting infected with the Cogito, joins them on their journey. At first, her vibe is kind of creepy, you know? Repeating gestures and words as if she feels nothing. But as the series progresses, you see her slowly change, and it's impossible not to grow fond of her. Pino becomes the heart of the group, and her transformation into a being with a personality is one of the things that makes this anime a gem.
Y en el centro de este viajezote están los personajes, a ver, empecemos con Vincent Law, que es el que mueve toda la historia.. al principio, el tipo es un don nadie, sin voluntad propia, literal un NPC de videojuego, su único trip en la vida es convertirse en un "ciudadano modelo". Pero cuando se ve metido en la bronca con el Proxy, su vida se va al carajo y empiezan a salirle un montón de recuerdos que tenía bloqueados.. lo obligan a huir y a enfrentarse a una verdad que le rompe la cabeza, porque, señoras y señores, él mismo es un Proxy que perdió la memoria, ver cómo evoluciona de ser un tipo cobarde y sin personalidad a ser el que busca todas las respuestas es... uff, una chulada. Luego está Re-l Mayer.. con esa pinta de cantante gótica, es todo lo contrario a una ciudadana modelo. Es rebelde, curiosa y le vale madre seguir las reglas.. yo al principio pensé que iba a ser la típica prota súper fuerte y perfecta, al estilo Motoko Kusanagi de Ghost in the Shell.
Pero nada que ver! Me equivoqué por completo, Re-l es una chica con un montón de limitaciones, que vienen de lo frágil que es, a la pobre le pasa de todo, y es justo esa vulnerabilidad lo que hace que conectes con ella de una forma que ni te esperas. Su evolución, cuando se da cuenta de que hay un mundo más allá de su jaulita de oro, es increíble.. tengo que decirlo, la actriz de voz en el doblaje en inglés, que fue el que yo vi, hizo un trabajo espectacular, clavó perfecto cada emoción del personaje.
Y, por supuesto, no me puedo olvidar de la simpática Pino, una AutoReiv que era de compañía y que, después de que se infecta con el Cogito, se les une en su viaje. Al principio, su onda es medio tétrica, ¿saben?, repitiendo gestos y palabras como si no sintiera nada, pero conforme avanza la serie, vas viendo cómo cambia poquito a poco y es imposible no encariñarse con ella, Pino se vuelve el corazón del grupo, y su transformación en un ser con personalidad es una de las cosas que hacen a este anime una joya.
And let's see, who's behind this gem? Well, none other than the studio Manglobe (rest in peace, by the way) and the screenwriter Dai Sato. If the name doesn't ring a bell, let me tell you this guy is no rookie; he's the one who wrote for legends like Samurai Champloo, Cowboy Bebop, Space Dandy, and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex. You can feel the same hand, the same intelligence and depth in the story, that care for creating complex worlds and unforgettable characters. In conclusion, is Ergo Proxy for everyone? No, not at all. Its incredibly slow start and super tangled plot surely made a lot of people drop it and kept it from ever becoming mega-popular. But if you're one of those who look for more than just brawls in every episode, if you're into detective dramas with a philosophical touch, and if you're willing to invest time in a story that will challenge you... then, my friend, you're in for a real treat.
For me, Ergo Proxy is a gem, a masterpiece. An 8.5/10, without a second thought. It's a unique experience that leaves you thinking and even gets you a little down. You wonder why the hell works of this caliber aren't more famous and just get left there, forgotten in a corner. It happens a lot in anime, right? In cinema, classics are respected, but here we often throw the old stuff in the trash just because something new and flashier came out. I truly invite you not to leave these gems behind, as they can easily compete with anything that has become famous over the years. And that's it for today's review! See you in the next ones, take care! Byebye!
Y a ver, ¿quién está detrás de esta joya? Pues nada más y nada menos que el estudio Manglobe (que en paz descanse, por cierto) y el guionista Dai Sato.. si el nombre no te suena, déjame te digo que este tipo no es ningún novato, el que escribió para leyendas como Samurai Champloo, Cowboy Bebop, Space Dandy y Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex. Se nota la misma mano, la misma inteligencia y profundidad en la historia, ese cariño para crear mundos complejos y personajes que no se te olvidan. En conclusión, ¿Ergo Proxy es para todos? No, para nada.. su arranque lentísimo y su trama súper enredada seguro hicieron que mucha gente la botara y que nunca se hiciera mega popular, pero si tú eres de los que buscan algo más que madrazos en cada capítulo, si te laten los dramas de detectives con su toque filosófico, y si estás dispuesto a invertirle tiempo a una historia que te va a retar... entonces, amigo, te vas a encontrar con un regalazo.
Para mí, Ergo Proxy es una joya, una obra maestra. Un 8.5/10, sin pensarlo.. es una experiencia única que te deja pensando y hasta te agüita un poco, te preguntas por qué chingados obras de este nivel no son más famosas y se quedan ahí, olvidadas en un rincón. Es que pasa mucho en el anime, ¿no? En el cine se respetan los clásicos, pero aquí muchas veces tiramos a la basura lo viejo solo porque salió algo nuevo y más llamativo.. yo de verdad los invito a que no dejen atrás estas joyas, que fácil le compiten a cualquier cosa que se haya hecho famosa con los años.. y hasta aquí la reseña de hoy! Nos vemos en las próximas, cuidense! Byebye!
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Ergo Proxy is one of those anime that pulls you in slowly, like a dream you can’t quite wake up from. Released in 2006 and produced by Manglobe, this series is a cyberpunk masterpiece—a haunting blend of philosophy, dystopia, and psychological mystery.
When I first watched it, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But with every episode, I found myself questioning reality, identity, and the fragile line between humanity and the machines we create.
🌆 Romdeau: A City Without Questions
*Screenshot taken from the video "", available on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGP7P3m-qT0 *
The story begins in Romdeau, a domed city where citizens live under strict control, guided by laws and AutoReivs—android companions that keep society running smoothly. On the surface, it’s a perfect system. But cracks appear when a mysterious virus grants the AutoReivs self-awareness, and a chain of murders begins to unravel the illusion of order.
At the center of this lies Re-l Mayer, an inspector whose search for truth leads her to uncover much more than she expected.
🤖 The Proxies and the Question of Existence
*Screenshot taken from the video "", available on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGP7P3m-qT0 *
Enter Vincent Law, a man who hides secrets even from himself, and the enigmatic Proxies—godlike beings whose existence challenges everything humans believe about creation and purpose.
Ergo Proxy doesn’t hand you answers. Instead, it invites you to wander through questions of identity, memory, and what it means to be truly alive.
🎶 Atmosphere and Philosophy Intertwined
*Screenshot taken from the video "", available on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGP7P3m-qT0 *
The anime’s atmosphere is dense and immersive. From its gothic-inspired visuals to its use of silence and haunting soundscapes, every frame feels intentional. The soundtrack blends industrial beats with ethereal tones, perfectly matching the show’s mix of beauty and despair.
Even the opening theme, "Kiri" by Monoral, sets the mood—mysterious, emotional, and unforgettable.
💫 A Cult Classic That Asks, Not Answers
Ergo Proxy is not an easy watch—it demands patience and reflection. But that’s what makes it special. It’s an anime that stays with you, not because it entertains, but because it unsettles and challenges you.
If you’re looking for something atmospheric, philosophical, and deeply human, Ergo Proxy is a journey worth taking.
›Ergo Proxy Anime Review - A great History [ENG-ESP]@fixie339d
Hello dear friends, I hope you're all doing well. As a curious mind with a passion for science fiction and philosophy, my encounter with Ergo Proxy was a deeply marked experience. It's not an anime that's easily digestible; in fact, I'd go so far as to say it's a work that demands a considerable intellectual and emotional investment from the viewer. From the very first moment, its oppressive atmosphere and enigmatic narrative captivated me, inviting me on an inner journey through a bleak post-apocalyptic world.
Hola queridos amigos, espero que se encuentren muy bien, como una mente curiosa y apasionada por la ciencia ficción y la filosofía, mi encuentro con Ergo Proxy fue una experiencia que me dejó profundamente marcado. No es un anime que se digiera fácilmente; de hecho, me atrevería a decir que es una obra que exige al espectador una inversión intelectual y emocional considerable. Desde el primer instante, su atmósfera opresiva y su narrativa enigmática me atraparon, invitándome a un viaje interior a través de un mundo post-apocalíptico desolador.
The story of Ergo Proxy unfolds in Romdeau, a utopian city protected by a dome, where humans coexist with androids called AutoReivs. The initial premise seemed intriguing to me: the emergence of the "Awakening of Reason," a virus that grants consciousness to the AutoReivs, unleashing chaos and jeopardizing the apparent perfection of this society. However, what really hooked me was the introduction of Re-l Mayer, an inspector from the Intelligence Bureau who, despite her privileged position, feels a deep existential void. Her voiceover, full of cynicism and melancholy, was the perfect guide to delve into a mystery that, little by little, revealed itself to be much more complex than I imagined.
La historia de Ergo Proxy se desenvuelve en Romdeau, una ciudad utópica protegida por una cúpula, donde los humanos coexisten con androides llamados AutoReivs. La premisa inicial me pareció intrigante: la aparición del "Despertar de la Razón", un virus que otorga conciencia a los AutoReivs, desata el caos y pone en jaque la aparente perfección de esta sociedad. Sin embargo, lo que realmente me enganchó fue la introducción de Re-l Mayer, una inspectora de la Oficina de Inteligencia que, a pesar de su posición privilegiada, siente un profundo vacío existencial. Su voz en off, cargada de cinismo y melancolía, fue la guía perfecta para adentrarme en un misterio que, poco a poco, se reveló mucho más complejo de lo que imaginaba.
As Re-l investigates the crimes, he stumbles upon the existence of the "Proxies," humanoid beings with unknown power and significance. It's at this point that the narrative forks, introducing Vincent Law, an immigrant from Romdeau who, haunted by his past, flees the city after being pursued in connection with the Proxies. The duality of these two plots, initially separate but intrinsically connected, kept me on the edge of my seat. The way their paths cross and intertwine throughout the series is one of the script's great virtues, slowly revealing the truth behind their world and their very identities.
A medida que Re-l investiga los crímenes, se topa con la existencia de los "Proxies", seres humanoides con un poder y una importancia desconocida. Es en este punto donde la narrativa se bifurca, introduciendo a Vincent Law, un inmigrante de Romdeau que, atormentado por su pasado, huye de la ciudad tras ser perseguido en relación con los Proxies. La dualidad de estas dos tramas, inicialmente separadas, pero intrínsecamente conectadas, me mantuvo en vilo. La forma en que sus caminos se cruzan y entrelazan a lo largo de la serie es una de las grandes virtudes del guion, revelando lentamente la verdad detrás de su mundo y de sus propias identidades.
The beings that most caught my attention were the "Proxies," entities created by humans thousands of years ago during a global ecological catastrophe known as the "Migration." Their primary function was to terraform the Earth, which had been rendered uninhabitable, and create a suitable environment for humanity's return. Each Proxy was designed to be an "agent" or "administrator" of a specific area, overseeing the process of the planet's reclamation and, eventually, the creation of new human civilizations under domes. They are immortal and virtually indestructible beings, possessing extraordinary strength and abilities, including the ability to manipulate matter and energy at a fundamental level. Their appearance is that of a human, but they can reveal their true form, which is often more monstrous or ethereal, when they utilize their powers or when their true nature is exposed.
Los seres que más llamaron mi atención fueron los "Proxys", entidades creadas por los humanos hace miles de años, durante una catástrofe ecológica global conocida como la "Migración". Su función principal era terraformar la Tierra, que había quedado inhabitable, y crear un entorno adecuado para el regreso de la humanidad. Cada Proxy fue diseñado para ser un "agente" o "administrador" de un área específica, supervisando el proceso de recuperación del planeta y, eventualmente, la creación de nuevas civilizaciones humanas bajo cúpulas. Son seres inmortales y virtualmente indestructibles, poseedores de una fuerza y habilidades extraordinarias, incluyendo la capacidad de manipular la materia y la energía a un nivel fundamental. Su apariencia es la de un humano, pero pueden revelar su verdadera forma, que a menudo es más monstruosa o etérea, cuando utilizan sus poderes o cuando su verdadera naturaleza se expone.
The main characters of Ergo Proxy are, without a doubt, its heart. Re-l Mayer is a fascinating protagonist; her skepticism, intelligence, and constant search for the truth, despite the danger, reminded me of the great detectives of literature. But beyond her investigative side, her vulnerability and desperation to find meaning in her existence made her incredibly human. Vincent Law, on the other hand, is the antithesis. A tormented character, riddled with guilt and with a nebulous past. His journey is one of self-discovery and redemption, and his struggle to accept his true nature is the emotional driving force of the series.
Los personajes principales de Ergo Proxy son, sin duda, su corazón. Re-l Mayer es una protagonista fascinante, su escepticismo, su inteligencia y su constante búsqueda de la verdad, a pesar del peligro, me recordaron a los grandes detectives de la literatura. Pero más allá de su faceta investigadora, su vulnerabilidad y su desesperación por encontrar un sentido a su existencia la hicieron increíblemente humana. Vincent Law, por otro lado, es la antítesis. Un personaje atormentado, lleno de culpa y con un pasado nebuloso. Su viaje es uno de autodescubrimiento y redención, y su lucha por aceptar su verdadera naturaleza es el motor emocional de la serie.
Pino, Vincent's little AutoReiv companion, was my ray of light in such a bleak world. Her innocence, her childlike curiosity, and her evolution as she gains consciousness are touching. She represents hope, the ability to find beauty and wonder even in the most bleak environment. It is through her eyes that we are often presented with a necessary contrast to the existential darkness of the other characters.
Pino, la pequeña AutoReiv compañera de Vincent, fue mi rayo de luz en un mundo tan sombrío. Su inocencia, su curiosidad infantil y su evolución a medida que adquiere conciencia son conmovedoras. Ella representa la esperanza, la capacidad de encontrar belleza y asombro incluso en el entorno más desolador. Es a través de sus ojos que a menudo se nos presenta un contraste necesario con la oscuridad existencial de los demás personajes.
The animation in Ergo Proxy is simply exceptional. The dark tones, muted color palette, and detailed environment design contribute to a gothic, dystopian atmosphere that completely engulfed me. The action scenes, while not abundant, are striking and well-choreographed, but it's in the still moments, the close-ups of faces, and the expressiveness of the characters' eyes where the animation truly shines. The story's style is a masterful blend of cyberpunk, noir, and existentialist philosophy. Ergo Proxy isn't afraid to ask profound questions about identity, memory, the nature of consciousness, and the purpose of life. The references to Western philosophy, especially thinkers like Lacan, are subtle yet enriching, inviting me to reflect beyond what is presented on screen.
La animación de Ergo Proxy es, sencillamente, excepcional, por ejemplo los tonos oscuros, la paleta de colores apagados y el diseño detallado de los entornos contribuyen a crear una atmósfera gótica y distópica que me envolvió por completo. Las escenas de acción, aunque no abundantes, son impactantes y bien coreografiadas, pero es en los momentos de quietud, en los acercamientos de los rostros y en la expresividad de los ojos de los personajes donde la animación realmente brilla. El estilo de la historia es una mezcla maestra de ciberpunk, noir y filosofía existencialista, Ergo Proxy no teme plantear preguntas profundas sobre la identidad, la memoria, la naturaleza de la conciencia y el propósito de la vida. Las referencias a la filosofía occidental, especialmente a pensadores como Lacan son sutiles pero enriquecedoras, invitándome a reflexionar más allá de lo que se presenta en pantalla.
My recommendation for watching Ergo Proxy is emphatic: if you're a science fiction lover looking for more than superficial entertainment, if you like stories that challenge you to think, that invite you to explore the darkest corners of the human psyche and the great questions of existence, then this is your series. It's not for those looking for constant action or easy answers; it requires patience and an open mind. But the rewards will undoubtedly be great. Ergo Proxy is, for me, a masterpiece of animation, an anime that elevates the genre to an art form and that has undoubtedly earned a permanent place on my list of favorites. This work of art is about to turn 20 years old, so I invite you to watch it. Both the story and the animation have aged very well; you won't regret it.
Mi recomendación para ver Ergo Proxy es enfática: si eres un amante de la ciencia ficción que busca algo más que entretenimiento superficial, si te gustan las historias que te desafían a pensar, que te invitan a explorar los rincones más oscuros de la psique humana y las grandes preguntas de la existencia, entonces esta es tu serie. No es para aquellos que buscan acción constante o respuestas fáciles, requiere paciencia y una mente abierta. Pero la recompensa sin duda será grandiosa para ti, Ergo Proxy es, para mí, una obra maestra de la animación, un anime que eleva el género a una forma de arte y que, sin duda, se ha ganado un lugar permanente en mi lista de favoritos. Está por cumplir 20 años esta obra de arte, así que te invito a verla, tanto en historia como animación ha envejecido muy bien, no te arrepentiras.
›Anime, manga and art: Ergo Proxy, the very definition of inexplicable... [REVIEW]@chris-chris92557d
Cogito ergo sum (We will come back into this...)
Existentialism. Yes, the same one that has been used in anime for years and years, and that has brought such good results to the introspective dialogues that the characters developed by the Japanese animation industry tend to have. But... Which is also fundamental to understand the complexity of some stories. It is existentialism, a branch of philosophy that links the human being and his human mortifications with the purpose of life itself. And this is not empty talk, it is elementary, extremely important in order to understand Ergo Proxy, a masterpiece of only 23 episodes and 1 single season (momentarily available on Netflix).Well, you see, if there's one thing that's fascinating, it's how they're not afraid of complexity in Japan. I started watching this anime with low expectations. A group of friends who have been anime lovers for years gave me mixed opinions about Ergo Proxy: ‘it's a bit dense’; ‘if you don't like the philosophy, you won't understand it’; ‘it's too pretentious’. And I won't lie to you, my mind was a bit polluted with other people's opinions.... However, despite this, I can assure you that I have rarely enjoyed a story so well done and where Isaac Isamov's concepts go so well with mass consumption.
Ergo Proxy is a dystopian story of a Humanity that has ruined the planet for human life. Then, in the best ‘Oblivion’ style, the humans live in space, orbiting, while they have envisioned the planet as androids. Technically, they are called ‘Proxy’. They have a mission, which is to decontaminate the planet and make it habitable. And this is where the fascinating part begins... They are not slow and clumsy robots, but belong to the most optimal technology. They are identical to their creators, the humans. In fact, some earlier versions could even mingle with flesh-and-blood humans...It takes so long for the ‘task’ originally assigned to them, that they inevitably develop consciousness. And it is this that Ergo Proxy explores, develops and shows us beautifully. How it is existence that gives meaning to life. As Rene Descartes asserts ‘Cogito ergo sum’ (I think, therefore I am). Asserting, that if one did not possess consciousness, one could not really live fully, let alone possess useful intelligence. And it is truly amazing how the concepts that explain our reality become one in this anime.The visual aspect is unbeatable and the music (it has one of the best songs for an Ending I've ever seen in an Anime. Radiohead's ‘Paranoid Android’) it is impossible not to connect as an audience with what we see on the screen. Moreover, the ability to arouse genuine curiosity and the desire to continue consuming more and more episodes of Ergo Proxy, is totally impossible to avoid. If you've read me before, you'll know that I don't reveal details of the plots of the anime in my reviews; I leave that up to you to see and have a unique experience. What I can reveal is that it is one of those anime to watch alone and even to cry in intimacy. It is not cruel but it is deep and challenging. If you have the opportunity and the time, give it a chance and watch it. I wish you all in this community a happy new year. A thousand thanks for welcoming me among you.
›ERGO PROXY (2006) | Anime Review@zhoten2051d
In the decrepit city of Romdeau are the remains of human society on Earth. Thousands of years ago, the global ecological catastrophe ruined the planet, making life outside the dome virtually impossible, as the Earth is now an inhospitable place.
En la decrépita ciudad de Romdeau están los restos de la sociedad humana en la Tierra. Hace miles de años, la catástrofe ecológica mundial arruinó el planeta, haciendo la vida fuera de la cúpula virtualmente imposible, ya que la Tierra es ahora un lugar inhóspito.
Title | Título
Ergo Proxy
Writer | Escritor
Dai Satō
Directed by | Dirigido por
Shukō Murase
Studio | Estudio
Manglobe
Genre | Género
Cyberpunk, Psychological, Science Fiction
Episodes | Episodios
23
Ergo Proxy tells the story of Vincent Law, an immigrant who leaves his home country to escape a ruined world and seek better luck in Romdeau, a large, developed city that is seen as a paradise on earth. This city is highly controlled by high personalities and prejudices against those who are not native to Romdeau, so whoever arrives there has to be abused, work and suffer a lot to be accepted. As soon as Vincent arrives in the city to work as an AutoReivs repairman, strange accidents start to happen. Mysterious and macabre murders, with strange creatures appearing and all these accidents have a common denominator, Vincent Law. Tired of trying everything to become a model citizen and being continually accused and persecuted, Vincent gives up and decides that it is not worth continuing. However, in an almost miraculous and somewhat strange way, he survives and there begins the search for his true identity. The truth about himself and about the origin of the accidents that pursued Romdeau and prevented him from becoming a model citizen. Perhaps the truths have points in common and intersect in some of them. Here begins a series of journeys, from country to country. Little by little, Vincent relives his long forgotten memories, discovering countless creatures similar to Romdeau's accidents, the Proxies, and learning more about their origin as he finds and puts together the pieces of the puzzle in his memory.
Ergo Proxy nos cuenta la historia de Vincent Law, un emigrante que deja su país de origen para huir de un mundo en ruinas y buscar mejor suerte en Romdeau, una ciudad grande y desarrollada que es vista como un paraíso en la tierra. Esta ciudad está altamente controlada por altas personalidades y prejuicios contra aquellos que no son nativos de Romdeau, por lo que quien llega allí tiene que ser sometido a maltrato, trabajar y sufrir mucho para ser aceptado. Tan pronto como Vincent llega a la ciudad para trabajar como reparador de AutoReivs, empiezan a ocurrir accidentes extraños. Misteriosos y macabros asesinatos, con extrañas criaturas apareciendo y todos estos accidentes tienen un común denominador, Vincent Law. Cansado de intentarlo todo para convertirse en un ciudadano modelo y de ser continuamente acusado y perseguido, Vincent se rinde y decide que no vale la pena continuar. Sin embargo, de una manera casi milagrosa y algo extraña, sobrevive y allí comienza la búsqueda de su verdadera identidad. La verdad sobre sí mismo y sobre el origen de los accidentes que perseguían a Romdeau y que le impidieron convertirse en un ciudadano modelo. Tal vez las verdades tienen puntos en común y se cruzan en algunas de ellas. Aquí comienza una serie de viajes, de país a país. Poco a poco, Vincent revive sus recuerdos largamente olvidados, descubriendo innumerables criaturas similares a los accidentes de Romdeau, los Proxys, y conociendo más sobre su origen a medida que encuentra y junta las piezas del rompecabezas en su memoria.
In Ergo Proxy the planet Earth is in ruins. Wealth is concentrated, especially in Romdeau, a closed and self-sufficient city covered by a copula to seal off access to outsiders. Here all inhabitants are accompanied by an AutoReivs, a highly developed robot with human intelligence and even the ability to feel human emotions. Like the highly computerized machines that they are, they are subject to computer viruses. One such virus is Cogito, a virus that makes the AutoReivs behave differently than they are programmed to. One of these cases is Pino, an AutoReivs girl who was also being chased and who soon became attached to Vincent so as to never leave him again. This inseparable couple is joined by Re-l Mayer, granddaughter of the president of Romdeau who met with a Proxy and since then has not rested until discovering the origin and truth behind these mysterious creatures, having left her city to investigate on her own.
En Ergo Proxy el planeta Tierra está en ruinas. La riqueza se concentra, especialmente en Romdeau, una ciudad cerrada y autosuficiente cubierta por una cópula para sellar el acceso a los forasteros. Aquí todos los habitantes están acompañados por un AutoReivs, un robot altamente desarrollado con inteligencia humana e incluso con la capacidad de sentir las emociones humanas. Al igual que las máquinas altamente computarizadas que son, están sujetas a virus informáticos. Uno de estos virus es el Cogito, un virus que hace que las AutoReivs se comporten de forma diferente a como están programadas. Uno de estos casos es el de Pino, una chica de AutoReivs que también estaba siendo perseguida y que pronto se encariñó con Vincent para no dejarlo nunca más. A esta pareja inseparable se une Re-l Mayer, nieta del presidente de Romdeau que se encontró con un Proxy y desde entonces no ha descansado hasta que descubrir el origen y la verdad detrás de estas misteriosas criaturas, habiendo dejado su ciudad para investigar por su cuenta.
The scenario always follows the same tone, a heavy, dark and closed atmosphere that reflects the mystery that hovers over the history of anime. There are always question marks and when a doubt is cleared up, two new ones are raised, keeping the viewer always thinking and trying to reach conclusions on their own.
El escenario siempre sigue el mismo tono, un ambiente pesado, oscuro y cerrado que refleja el misterio que se cierne sobre la historia del anime. Siempre hay signos de interrogación y cuando se aclara una duda, se plantean dos nuevos, manteniendo al espectador siempre pensando y tratando de llegar a conclusiones por su cuenta.
The question is the point of ignition, which makes the story spin and flow: "What is the meaning of life", "What should I do, in case one day I lose the reason of life". As the plot develops, the viewer understands that every person or machine in that world has a clear function. There are always cases of characters unable to accept a meaningless life and in all cases the solution chosen is death, because they do not want to accept living in the "Absurdity" of that chaotic world.
La pregunta es el punto de ignición, lo que hace que la historia gire y fluya: "¿Cuál es el significado de la vida?", "¿Qué debo hacer, en caso de que un día pierda la razón de la vida?". A medida que la trama se desarrolla, el espectador entiende que cada persona o máquina en ese mundo tiene una función clara. Siempre hay casos de personajes incapaces de aceptar una vida sin sentido y en todos los casos la solución elegida es la muerte, porque no quieren aceptar vivir en el "Absurdo" de ese mundo caótico.
The story leads us to think that we are not born with a certain mission on a platter, but that it is built by each human being as we live. Life has no clear meaning or purpose, so each human being is capable of creating his own reason to live.
La historia nos lleva a pensar que no nacemos con una misión determinada en una bandeja, sino que la construye cada ser humano mientras vivimos, la vida no tiene un sentido o propósito claro, por lo que cada ser humano es capaz de crear su propia razón para vivir.
Ergo Proxy has an animation that makes us easily recognize the work due to its unique style, with dark and realistic colors, but the characters have an unusual design, which gives the anime an artistic style. The section is fantastic, the claustrophobic city that is Romdeau, the whole city, the ghettos, the background, are incredible. Not to mention the world outside the dome, that chaotic place represents the misery the world has become, the characters' features, the moments of the battle and the eyes of Vincent. The studio really did a great job.
Ergo Proxy tiene una animación que nos hace reconocer fácilmente la obra debido a su estilo unico, con colores oscuros y realistas, pero los personajes tienen un diseño inusual, lo que le da al anime un estilo artístico. El apartado es fantástico, la ciudad claustrofóbica que es Romdeau, la ciudad entera, los guetos, el fondo, son increíbles. Sin mencionar el mundo fuera de la cúpula, ese lugar caótico representa la miseria en la que se ha convertido el mundo, los rasgos de los personajes, los momentos de la batalla y los ojos de Vicent. El estudio realmente hizo un gran trabajo.
It has an impeccable soundtrack, the right songs at the right times, and even the silent scenes were set in motion with precision.
Posee una banda sonora impecable, canciones adecuadas en los momentos adecuados, e incluso las escenas mudas se pusieron en marcha con precisión.
This anime is good, especially for certain types of people. For those who want something different from the most famous animes and want something more serious, without so much color, without characters with powers or the usual clichés typical of great animes, but also to break the impression that animes are just cartoons.
Este anime es bueno, especialmente para ciertos tipos de personas. Para los que quieren algo diferente de los animes más famosos y quieren algo más serio, sin tanto color, sin personajes con poderes o los clichés habituales propios de los grandes animes, pero también para romper la impresión de que los animes son sólo dibujos animados.
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›A Trip Down The Memory Lane With Music, Ergo Proxy and Radical Doubt@vimukthi2160d
I had an amazing journey with music today and when I decided to write about it, I remembered that @dlstudios invited me to come check out and author content on "The Anime Realm". So here I am with my confession.
I have never had much care for music as entertainment or just care for entertainment in general. I have never been into the pop music, most of the popular movies, books or even games. Still... all these things are mere mediums. Mein Kampf, The Bible and Fifty Shades of Grey are all just books. It is the application of the medium and what it produce as its impact is what truly matters.
Where is This Going
It all started with an old friend on STEEM @marcoagarcia3rd who commented on one of my articles on Apps, FAANG Stocks, Global Brand Value, Retail Sector and The Empire of Jeff Bezos This lead me to find some of the old music he had shared and I discovered a new artist (Cigarettes After Sex) which lead me to share some of my favorites. These don't represent all of my music tastes and I did exclude some of the more well known pieces of music that I love (eg: I love "O Fortuna")
As you can see, 6 out of the 10 YouTube links I embedded relate to anime. Through all these I remembered an old AMV I used to listen to. It was from Ergo Proxy which is an absolute favorite of mine. That AMV was what introduced me to "Placebo". This was almost a decade ago where I watched the first episode because the name "Ergo Proxy" caught my eye while reading through a list of anime available on a website that probably doesn't even exist now. Even the original AMV which helped me discover "Placebo" is gone. Yet there is another two year old upload with the same title I remember in place of the AMV that should be about a decade old.
The Lonely God - Spoilers Included
None you know a piece of anime history about me. I have been watching some Ergo Proxy scenes and AMVs. I can remember some of the amazing scenes of the anime and when, where and how I watched them years ago. The memories are very special and goes deep. It was an old computer with a CRT monitor and a slow internet connection.More on Placebo
My mother had a brain stroke (thrombosis) when i was 10. I don't need to analyze this video so much. from then, i grew up very fast and i became her personal assistant, translator and her right arm (she doesn't move it, and she never spoke one word again since that day). When she fell down, a part, or my entire childhood fell with her. Everybody can make his own interpretations, but i can feel this song and video very directly and i hope can let her go someday. I'm 26 now and i always wanted to share my story each time i saw this video. Thanks for reading and thanks Placebo.
- Ignacio González
I´m a physician , surgeon and urologist , i´m 40 , i use meds since i graduated in 99 ....i´m totally disconnected and feel apart from this world , things like cruelty , humans behaviour , eating meat and etc...are part of my brainstorm everyday...so , i fell into a deep deppression crisis in 2010 , lost 20 kg , got a bilateral pneumonia , stopped working , driving , and living for 6 months , lost illusion , happinness and ambition , had no ´´strenght´´ for nothing.... thought of killing myself for serious 2 times ....death seemed to be my redemption and the end of pain those days.....my son matheus was 4 and , was the only reason i did not do nothing serious by that time... i got better nowadays , ....but my existence crisis still goes on...in a controlled way .....this video really....really touched me..... cheers for all of you...wish you never felt like i did sometime ago....
- Rodrigo Tarpinian
I can't stop crying when I listen this song. it's terrible, and it's amazing.
- Fat Beans
My mother suffers from Bipolar and drug issues and my dad was an aggressive wife beater and from ages 5_14 I was in fostercare. This music video destroys me as it reminds me of my past. As a kid I had to look after my mums emotion and when I moved back hone when I was 14 I had to look after her, make her meals, clean, get groceries, do things a 14 year old shouldn't be doing. I protected my mum from my abusive dad and had to give my mum through everything. Her mental health is extremely bad and I wish things weren't this way. Sometimes I miss being the ignorant naive kid I used to be, as I've grown up I have become the depressed cynical man that is breaking apart and can no longer function. What gets me through the day is remembering the naive kid I used to be. Everywhere I go my past follows me and the happy memories is the onlything that makes me want to move forward. Such a powerful video
- Rhys Hamilton
i feel like this song is about your inner child allways draging your depressed adult mind around till it cant no more and then you just forget about it and move on. kept tightly shut in a box somewhere in your subconsciousness.
- Cyre
I wouldn't have cared if my father was like that but having him with me would have always taken care of him with great pleasure and love ❤️ but I left early
- Luna Templos
Beautiful!! I felt it is the story of one guy riding his car that is life.. And the kid is his dreams, his desires, the innocence to take life head on... But the man is all the sadness and suffering that life gives you.. And everyday our goals and desires keep pushing us ahead like the little kid but our sadness and suffering weighs us down.. Though we try so hard to change that, the irony lies in the fact that at some point we have to bury our pain and all those demons far away and move on like how the kid left the guy at the asylum. But it never ends there.. The kid ends up in the car and the cycle repeats . Well I've been through depression.. Just thought I'd put what I feel out here.. Hope someone else finds strength to live.. :)
- drakegeorge12
It's a song about heroin addiction and I can't thank this song and strong video enough . It gave me the strenght to get help after 30 years of addiction to mostly every drug I touched. I am in my second year of recovery, two amazing children 9 and 7. I was always a functioning addict so thankfully my children haven't been effected. Being clean is so much better. Thanks placebo.
- Kenny Telfer
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Back To Ergo Proxy - An Introduction
The above video is from August 30, 2019. It is yet to reach 5K views and the anime started airing on February 25, 2006 and the studio went bankrupt in September 2015. I can still rmember watching the last few minutes of the first episodes and then after some time watching the ending and re-watching it again and again because it was so good. You could say that it was a "feeling" wrapped around with philosophy and symbolism as well hope and determination. I don't want to spoil the Mindfucks but let me tell you that they were amazing.The backstory described in the video is mostly delivered in a single episode that looks like a trippy game show similar to "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" which also acts like an unconventional form of combat. It was one of the most unique and efficient ways to tell the backstory and do the world building in an organic and indirect way.
Commentary On The Series
# For Those Who Think It is PretentiousInterview With Murase Shūkō(Director) and Satō Dai (Writer)
Both of these great creators have many work behind their belts. With the exception of few parts from Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex, Ergo Proxy is the best I have seen from either of them. The immense creative freedom given is largely responsible for this. They were given the relatively massive amount of budget to make a anime look decent 14 years later and then asked the director and the writer to just do whatever they want. The results are truly unique and at times works like an even better version of David Lynch.
intouchwithrobots Tributes Ergo Proxy
They turned their lyric video into an Ergo Proxy AMV. This was published January 30, 2020. The love is still there. Te band earned my respect for having great taste.One More AMV
It has been a nice trip down the memory lane for me and it was a pleasure to write this article. Before I started writing, I shared a lecture from University of Michigan Titled Cogito Ergo Proxy: Radical Doubt in Japanese Anime. I wish you have a great day and grow spiritually and intellectually!
Best of Luck!
›Draw - Lil - ERGO PROXY@crisanto932994d
Drawing I did of Lil, main character in the anime series Ergo Proxy. On a post-apocalyptic world a plot is developed based on the psychological triller, with philosophical and existentialist themes that make it one of the rarest series that I have seen.
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›Opinión del anime: Ergo Proxy@huesos3060d
Año: 2006 – Genero: Seinen, cyberpunk, ciencia ficción, horror, misterio, sobrenatural –Duración: 23 episodios.
Sinopsis:
En un futuro pos-apocalíptico la sociedad se ve confinada a vivir en ciudades aisladas y encerrados en domos siguiendo los protocolos. La serie nos presenta a los llamados Auto-rave que son bio-cyborg desarrollados para ayudar a los humanos, pero sus cuerpos se ven afectados por la amenaza del virus cogito, en ese contexto, Lil Mayer, una agente de la oficina de información de la ciudad de Romdeau se siente encerrada y controlada por esta sociedad y las ordenes de su abuelo (con la vigilancia de su Auto-Rave: Iggy) lo cual la lleva a investigar secretos de aquella complicada ciudad tan deprimente. Mientras tanto Vincent Law, amigo de Lil, intenta convertirse en el ciudadano perfecto siguiendo las estrictas normas sociales letra por letra. Pero un día, el encuentro con los llamados Proxy cambia la vida de los dos.
Opinión Personal:
Para mí esta serie realmente es una joya oculta en el anime, pero su historia tiende a ser tediosa en cierto momento, la serie en general es muy madura en su argumento y está hecha para un público adulto, por ello termina siendo sumamente detallista en narrativa, pero con muchos detalles innecesarios que causan sobrecarga así que se llega a perder la pista en cierto punto, dejando una sensación de desorientación en la historia que afecta la experiencia de forma negativa. La historia habla sobre una dístopia absoluta, algo sumamente atractivo para esos fans del steampunk y el dieselpunk. En gran medida tambien es niotable como juega con la religión en muchas ocasiones, haciendo referencias espirituales complejas y pesadas críticas sociales por lo cual no es recomendable para todos. La animación fue cuidada con gran esmero, inclusos series más recientes se quedan cortas para el nivel tan alto que puso esta serie, denotando un trabajo artístico impecable con animaciones muy precisas y detallistas, todo con abundantes tonos oscuros muy a la par con la narrativa, y el arte utilizado es realmente diferente e innovador, de nuevo le da un aspecto maduro.
Esta es una serie hecha para romper los estereotipos de la mayoría de las series anime y eso se agradece. Cuesta entender del todo las referencias en la serie por lo cual es necesario prestar suma atención pues cada detalle cuenta y esto se nota al final, nos muestra las consecuencias de la experimentación científica hasta el limite del control total sobre nuestro ambiente y en general nuestra humanidad, mostrándonos un mundo que no parece ser en lo absoluto el mundo perfecto que intentaba ser. De forma lenta nos introduce en los personajes que se sienten muy reales, con pensamientos propios, humanos y profundos. Salvo en un episodio donde rompe la narrativa oscura drásticamente, esta serie no es infantil en lo absoluto, algo que muestra como juega a lo psicológico con estos aspectos. Respecto a la música, toda la que ocupa esta serie es simplemente magnifica, cuenta con un opening que definitivamente es de los mejores, tiene un sonido distinto, de tonos tristes que es muy acorde a la trama, y su banda sonora por lo menos a mí me parece de las mejores.
Historia: 9 – Argumento: 10 – Narrativa: 7 – Arte y Animación: 10 – Sonido: 10 – Total: 9.1 (Magnifica)
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