I disagree about Utena but I agree that they are comparable which most people would not say. Utena is definitely more straightforward about certain things, but not that much more so than Penguindrum IF you understand the Japanese cultural references the story is built around. If the viewer doesn't already know and unserstand the Tokyo Sarin Gas Attack and Night on the Galactic Railroad (along with preferably Murakami) then a huge part of the story goes completely over the viewers' head. That's why it is such a filter, not because it is deeper than Utena. They are both pretty direct in the presentation of their themes.
First episode in
Josiah Price
Christopher Moore
>Wildest ride ever?
Probably. Thanks to this, I studied Philosophy in Paris 3. And now I regret every day of my life. T-Thanks, Ikuhara.
Joseph Lee
Flat chest and a big butt is the best combo.
Hunter Ross
Not that wild by Ikuhara standards. Wildest physics ever, maybe.
(but seriously don't click this until the end, unforgivable spoiler)
Also, frogs.
Asher Jones
Not really. The first episode is brilliant. The rest is a disappointment. Just couldn't live up to his past masterpieces.
Kevin Ramirez
But what?
Adam Brown
Penguindrum means family
Jason Lewis
Literally the best experience I had on Yas Forums. The show has its flaws and it's not for everyone, but I loved it so much that I don't care.
Gabriel Kelly
>you actually need a big brain or serious commitment to analysis to fully enjoy this series
no, but you need the relevant cultural background knowledge.
Lucas Wright
Penguins.