Ouran High School Host Club

Ouran High School Host Club
Ouran Koukou Host Club (jap)
Original Story by: Bisco HATORI

Production by: BONES

Adapted from a manga: yes
Movies: none
Live Action Series: none
OAVs: none

Genre: comedy, romance, slice of life

Number of Episodes: 26

ANN's plot summary: "Haruhi is a poor tomboyish student at a school for the ultra-wealthy, able to attend because of a scholarship, and unable to even afford a uniform. One day, she stumbles across the decidedly peculiar but very popular Ouran Host Club. She tries to leave, but accidentally breaks a vase, and unable to pay for it, she's told that she'll have to stay and do odd jobs. That is, until they decide she would be more valuable as a club member. Not realizing she's female due to her appearance, they fix her up and give her a male uniform. She's an instant hit, so they decide to have her keep up the charade even after they find out the truth. Haruhi, being average almost to a fault, doesn't know what to make of the unconventional activities of the Host Club (or of the even more unconventional members), but having little choice, she plays along. Before long, real bonds are formed, friends made, and Haruhi finds herself accepted in a way she could never have been otherwise in this affluent school."

My Ranking: 5 hoshi!!!
My Rating: PG-13
There isn't much bad stuff in this anime. No nudity, bad language, or violence. The only reason I rate it pg13 is because of the environment in general and there is suggestive talk of course (its in a high school. hello.) Also the twins give the suggestion that twins often do in anime. So if you get creeped out by homo-ish characters, watch out.

My Review: Before I begin I must say that this is one of my most favorite animes of all time. My brother saw the manga in the store and told me it would probably be something I would like....boy was he right!! Not even halfway through the first ep I was laughing my butt off. (I ended up calling my brother over and we watched it together. Its that funny)

The coloring is springy and beautiful and along with the classical soundtrack gives it a very elegant feel but despite that it will soon zoink you into one of Tamaki's inner mind theaters and next thing you know you're falling off your seat. Its hilarity aside, this anime can be very heartfelt and has a tiny bit of psychology to it. (at least in my opinion) It also contains the romance that most reverse harem's have but thankfully it doesn't focus on it so much it takes away from the humorous adventures the host club encounters.

(comparison embedded here) While the anime stops before the manga ends and leaves out a few bits that are in the manga, it is still really good. Only if you want an advance on the romance factor do you have to read the manga. But still, the anime is fine on its own. Also this anime makes good use of the character characterization used constantly in anime. If you had any questions pertaining to the type system before, you won't after you watch this.

Overall, Ouran Host Club is totally awesome. Every anime fan who loves humor should watch this.

Info: Ouran was subbed by Lunar Anime. This series is now licensed by Funimation and might I say it is quite terrible in my humble opinion.

Sample Vid: There are many amv/parody vids for this anime. If you'd like some suggestions please comment. This in my opinion is the best plain amv for this purpose. Also probably one of the better made ones out there for this series. enjoy.