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By: Death Note: L, change the WorLd on DVD, SF Cinema » Manga Worth Reading

Death Note: L, change the WorLd on DVD, SF Cinema » Manga Worth Reading — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 15:33:53 +0000

[...] third Death Note movie, L, change the WorLd, will be released on DVD in the U.S. on August 18. Death Note: L, [...]

By: Ballad of a Shinigami Book 1 » Comics Worth Reading

Ballad of a Shinigami Book 1 » Comics Worth Reading — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 09:57:33 +0000

[...] may know the term “shinigami” from the popular Death Note series, where the death god is black and goth and scary. Ballad of a Shinigami, based on a light [...]

By: the enigma

the enigma — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:40:05 +0000

You know, I see this review as fairly closed minded. First off, one should never compare an anime to a manga, simply because they are made by different people.

I can understand where you come from with the plot, but the fact that you didn’t even finish the series means that your review is invalid.

By: Death Note: L, change the WorLd on Screens April 29 and 30 » Comics Worth Reading

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:59:31 +0000

[...] third live-action Death Note movie, Death Note: L, change the WorLd, will be in selected theaters at the end of [...]

By: Best Manga of 2008 » Comics Worth Reading

Best Manga of 2008 » Comics Worth Reading — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:33:29 +0000

[...] comparison, here’s last year’s list. Please note that I have a couple more Best of 2008 posts, one for graphic novels and one overall, [...]

By: HotConflict

HotConflict — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:43:06 +0000

This is by far the best anime series out there. I also think it is one of the best written series dealing with strategy and skill. Like a Sherlock Holmes or evil master minds. The battle between Light and L is amazing.

By: Jack

Jack — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 02:51:32 +0000

I felt as though there where several directions that could have been taken with Death Note. However, while I don’t agree the plot line that the author chose was the best, I still found it enjoyable.

As to those debating how much life Misa had left, remember, Rem (the shinigami) killed herself in an attempt to save Misa, meaning that Rem’s remaining lifespan would be transferred to Misa.

That means, instead of the 10 odd years being discussed, it’s more likely to be in the 100’s

By: Alive: The Final Evolution Books 2 and 3 » Comics Worth Reading

Alive: The Final Evolution Books 2 and 3 » Comics Worth Reading — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:46:23 +0000

[...] In fact, when she is in top form, her artwork reminds me of Takeshi Obata, the artist for Death Note. There’s a lot of potential for Adachitoka to become one of the masters of the comic form. I hope [...]

By: Faust Book 1 » Comics Worth Reading

Faust Book 1 » Comics Worth Reading — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:08:59 +0000

[...] is F-Sensei’s Pocket by Otsuichi with illustrations by Takeshi Obata (Death Note, Hikaru no Go, Ral Grad). It’s my favorite story of the volume. I don’t want to spoil any of [...]

By: Nora

Nora — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:36:58 +0000

I didn’t feel as if there were any major loose ends. Besides the fact Misora’s death was explained, I couldn’t really see anything wrong with it.

Loose ends are all right too, because you can open them up for great debates and interpretations. (And fanfiction XD)

By: John

John — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:09:59 +0000

I loved Death Note. I found it intelligent and compelling the entire way through.

I’ve never been the harshest critic, though.

By: Raffael

Raffael — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:05:09 +0000

I didnt thought about so many bad comments about this Manga.
Actually I was shocked!
I absolutely loved this one, I was on Raitos side till the end.
So thats the thing why I absolutely hated the last Episode of the Animee, they absolutely overdidd it with his going insane…
But you guys are right about Ls death…
cantt stand Near, nor Mello, but with L beeing the oppenent, the whole thing would ave become realy boreing…

By: Devon

Devon — Sat, 03 May 2008 18:08:41 +0000

i agree with Clown Grin watch the anime and then tell me if you think death note still sucks

By: macie johnson

macie johnson — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:24:15 +0000

i was kinda disapointed
cuz its not even in the middle of the series and L is already dead
i know that i had to happen
for near and mello to come in..
and i would think that since
misa was famous and everything
she would have a tensy-wensy bit
of some common sense but it still rocks

By: Death Note Movie Showing in Theaters » Comics Worth Reading

Death Note Movie Showing in Theaters » Comics Worth Reading — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:10:33 +0000

[...] was disappointed by the manga, but that was in part due to its length (which meant the story effectively restarted [...]

By: Chloe

Chloe — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:43:04 +0000

I think that Death Note is a great manga series, it is probably one of the few that i actually enjoy as it has a slightly evil twist to it. The characters are so unique, but i do agree about the few lose ends just left in some of the volumes of this series.

However overall i think it is a very good series, and is actually my favourite.

I have to say when watching the films, its disappointing how much they changed!

I think that Near and Mello should have been in it also.

By: ayumi

ayumi — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 01:29:29 +0000

Hmmm, a litte bit different with the origin manga,, but I am still able 2 catch the point…

By watch the film, I can catch the point easier because when i read the real manga, I had 2 think twice even 4times 2 get the point (hohoho)..But I have 2 recognize the real manga have their own charisma…

But I still luv L wherever he was…Hohoho…

PS: I wish I had thid book someday

By: Yumiko

Yumiko — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 02:54:28 +0000

Although I do love the Death Note series, I have to admit that after volumne seven, although I grew attached to a couple of the new characters introduced, the story line was pointless. The main plot was supposed to be a battle between Kira and L, deciding which was justice for the reader, really. After L died, it wasn’t even a fight between Light and L’s sucessors. Near finds out who Kira is very quickly, and the game turns into a more physical battle. I suppose they tried to turn it into a mind game by showing Near’s thoughts on the matter, but I had to read them three times before understanding them fully…
Plus, Light made that huge tactical error (especially when it got dangerous), destroying his own purpose: he had no heir to the title of Kira. Mikami was much too involved to be safe. After he was gone, everything was back to the way it was before him. Eliminates his purpose. Some super-genius he was.
Still, I wasn’t really disappointed by the series. It’s probably one of the best. (And my dad will still talk about how L and Naomi aren’t dead…)

By: Clown Grin

Clown Grin — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 23:34:44 +0000

Never having read the manga itself, I can’t really judge it, but the anime is definitely worth watching. I’ve also heard other people who’ve said the anime far outstrips the manga, because the added elements of music and animation creates much more suspense. Naomi’s death was really amazing in the anime – the fear expressed in her eyes when Light revealed himself to be Kira was horrifying.

(also, to answer a question about Misa’s lifespan – Jealous died when he lengthened her life, so the rest of HIS lifespan was added onto Misa’s as well – and his could’ve well been 100 yrs or so)

By: Manga News Bites » Comics Worth Reading

Manga News Bites » Comics Worth Reading — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 04:39:31 +0000

[...] site thinks Death Note is great. (I thought it was terribly disappointing.) They attack criticism of the series as not being “detailed and intelligent”, yet [...]