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Rahxephon - I normally don't like mechas, or the whole idea of mechas, but Rahxephon is not just a mecha. Its also about the difference of truth and lies--the wild duck, if anyone knows what I mean--and relationships, heritage and bloodlines, and the true meaning of home. Its got a bit of philosophy that got me thinking, Mainly "Does it really matter, whether you dream of the butterfly or the butterfly dreams of you, because in the end, don't you both exist in reality?"
The story was really good, and it had lots of drama. Good music and animation. All around an excellent series.

As for Rahxephon, I love it very much too. It kinda reminds me of EVA, if you know what I mean (what with the dolems and the angsty teenager stuff). But still, it's very original and the animation is very good. In particular, episode 19 left a very strong impression on me. If you've already watched that episode, you'll know why. I've watched episode 19 six times already and it still hurts, but it hurts in a good way that moves the story forward.

I believe RahXephon is the best mecha anime out there. I love the character development, as well as the carefully crafted story.

RahXephon - I don't think anyone can really disagree who have watched this series, one of the few anime that accomplished "happily ever after" ending that isn't recycled.

IMHO, RahXephon is MUCH closer to an 'arthouse' film than Evangelion is. Arthouse films won't have excessive sex and explosions just to sell more tickets or merchandise, which is precisely what Evangelion has in spades. RahXephon takes itself seriously and makes zero concession to any audience member who isn't trying their hardest to pay attention to and analyze what they're seeing on screen. It requires active, thoughtful viewing on behalf of the audience member.

Therefore, it is much closer in tone and spirit to an art film.