Project Title: Darker than Black

Creation Year: 2007

Read This if You Are Into: Urban fantasy, supernatural action, morally complex characters, or stories with espionage and mystery.

Design Significance: Darker than Black, directed by Tensai Okamura and produced by Studio Bones, is a groundbreaking anime that blends noir aesthetics with supernatural elements. Set in a world where mysterious phenomena, like “Hell’s Gate,” have granted individuals unique powers, the series follows Hei, a contractor with deadly abilities. Its gritty atmosphere, complex narrative, and dynamic action sequences make it a standout in the anime genre. The series is known for its exploration of human morality, the cost of power, and the blurred line between heroes and villains. With stunning animation and an iconic Yoko Kanno soundtrack, Darker than Black is a must-watch for fans of mature, thought-provoking anime.

Personal Rating: 4/5. Some bits are a bit odd, but it is an old anime. Music and composition is beautiful though.