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(Evangelion) To those who have a knowledge of film study.

‘The very definition of the cinema is rooted in the ability of it’s basic technology to present a series of representational images and perhaps sounds that create the illusion of movement where of course there is nothing but still images flashing at a prescribed speed. Once we think about it cinema is all 'special effects'. interest in the cinema must therefore begin with its materiality, with that which makes it a disticnt medium even before it is an art form' .

Would you say that the way in which he explores the characters very much human weakness, is a way of brining realism to the piece.

Also considering Anno's state of mind when he conceived the idea's behind evangelion, do you think this also adds a measure of realism to it.

Essentially, he wasn't just writing it for the audience, he was writing it as a way to explore himself, and as a way to heal inner demons and find peace. This struggle he went through has made apparent influences on the anime, and it allows the audience to feel how he did while writing it. This is one of the primary strengths of good art: being able to make your audience feel how you feel.

So the realism is really reflected by the true and sincere feelings he had while creating the show and movie.

‘The very definition of the cinema is rooted in the ability of it’s basic technology to present a series of representational images and perhaps sounds that create the illusion of movement where of course there is nothing but still images flashing at a prescribed speed. Once we think about it cinema is all 'special effects'. interest in the cinema must therefore begin with its materiality, with that which makes it a disticnt medium even before it is an art form' .

I'm not trying to be harsh here, but if you want to write meaningful essays then at the very least you need to improve your English language skills. Are you at Uni or something like that? For our country's sake I sincerely hope you aren't yet.