Narwhal (narwhal)'s status on Thursday, 19-Mar-15 03:55:27 UTC
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@mushi The penultimate difference is in both intent and execution. To really elaborate we first have to get a better grasp of fanservice itself. Conventionally, it’s used as a means of sexually objectifying the characters for the sake of pleasing viewers. The perspective of the actual viewer is lustful; and it generally detracts from the artistic or emotional weight of a scene as well as demonstrating that the show itself looks down on its viewers as people who need that sort of imagery to stay involved in what they’re watching. It destroys the atmosphere because it’s often used in this manner, which is disrespectful to both the viewer and the series. Now earlier I mentioned perspective, and that’s important, because here’s where the Monogatari series veers away from the idea of “fanservice”. Akiyuki Shinbo, the director of the series, understands that the framing of the scene as well as colour motifs and clothing all play a crucial role in establishing meaning.
