Animation

… all kinds of goofy, but at such a purity to be inspiring.

… as Bleach as Bleach gets.

... the film still succeeds at that particular blend of exciting, fun, and heartbreaking entertainment that truly makes this franchise so beloved.

Whatever it is, it is certainly not bland or monochrome.

… a fun and heart-warming romp …

Devotees of Mobile Suit Gundam will be pleased by the results, but for anyone new to the franchise, it would be better to understand the assignment first.

… a big-screen showcase of everything that makes the core series so joyfully watchable.

… an adventure worth hopping into.

… for animals playing ball, it’s a better watch than most.

… incredible visuals but is held back by dishearteningly muddled animation and textual decisions.