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Action
Adventure
Fantasy

Soul Eater (2008) Review in 2025

6.5/10
Flop

Soul Eater is an anime series that follows the story of Maka Albarn, a young girl who attends Death Weapon Meister Academy, where students learn to wield powerful scythes to fight against evil spirits.

2 hours 15 minutes
Japanese (Dubbed: English)
Age group: 13-25, Interests: Action, Adventure
Director:
Takuya Igarashi
Budget: 10 million USD
Gross: 20 million USD

Family-Friendly Rating

Is this movie suitable for family viewing?

This movie is not suitable for young children due to its dark themes and violence.

CineReview Recommendation

This movie is worth watching for fans of action-adventure anime, but it's not a must-see. It's available to stream on various platforms, including Netflix and Crunchyroll.

Spoiler Alert!

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The series takes a dark turn as Maka and her friends uncover a sinister plot by the academy's faculty, leading to a climactic showdown between good and evil.

Review Details

story7.00/10

The story is engaging and has a unique premise, but it gets convoluted and predictable towards the end.

acting8.00/10

The voice acting is excellent, with each actor bringing their character to life with their performance.

characters8.00/10

The characters are well-developed and complex, with each one having their own distinct personality and backstory.

direction6.00/10

The direction is decent, but it could have been better with more attention to pacing and tension.

cinematography7.00/10

The animation is vibrant and detailed, but it's not particularly memorable or impactful.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The series has a unique premise, engaging story, and well-developed characters. The animation is also vibrant and detailed.

Cons

The story gets convoluted and predictable towards the end, and the direction could have been better. The movie is also not suitable for young children due to its dark themes and violence.

Notable Quotes

"The power of the soul is not just a tool, but a part of who you are."

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