Critic and Review
GREAT PRETENDER

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GREAT PRETENDER

ENCN
8/ 10

Makoto Edamura claims to be Japan's greatest swindler, running scams along the streets of Asakusa with his partner Kudo. After attempting to trick a French tourist named Laurent Thierry, they discover they were the ones being duped. Edamura is roped into following Laurent to Los Angeles for a massive con, kicking off the grandest confidence game of their lives.

Drama

Story introduction

Makoto Edamura claims to be Japan's greatest swindler, running scams along the streets of Asakusa with his partner Kudo. After attempting to trick a French tourist named Laurent Thierry, they discover they were the ones being duped. Edamura is roped into following Laurent to Los Angeles for a massive con, kicking off the grandest confidence game of their lives.

Source: Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Pretender_(TV_series)

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Distinctive, striking pop-art color palette that stands out from typical anime
  • Accessible and straightforward storyline, likely an intentional design balance by the creators

Cons

  • The second case feels somewhat underwhelming
  • Certain plot twists feel slightly forced—relying on twists whenever a resolution is needed

Review

Watch progress: through EP14

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