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Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time (2021) poster

Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

dir. Katsuichi Nakayama · 2021

Finding hope and purpose in the face of despair is essential to the human experience.

Feature
Identity Crisis
Mood
Melancholic / Contemplative
Look
stylistically rich with a blend of traditional hand-drawn animation and modern CGI, evoking a dreamlike quality
Structure
non-linear, reflective journey through memory and trauma
Plot

In the aftermath of the Fourth Impact, stranded without their Evangelions, Shinji, Asuka and Rei find refuge in one of the rare pockets of humanity that still exist on the ruined planet Earth. There, each lives a life far different from their days as an Evangelion pilot. However, the danger to the world is far from over. A new impact is looming on the horizon—one that will prove to be the true end of Evangelion.

Why watch

"Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time" is a haunting exploration of identity and human connection in a dystopian world, masterfully blending rich animation with profound emotional depth. A must-watch for those who seek to ponder the complexities of existence through a visually stunning lens.

Cultural context
post-war Japanese identitythe impact of technology on humanityanxiety around climate changethe legacy of anime as a cultural touchstone

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