Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

About This Movie

So, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time is this deep dive into the aftermath of the Fourth Impact, right? You’ve got Shinji, Asuka, and Rei trying to carve out some semblance of normalcy in a world that's pretty much been turned upside-down. The tone is somber but also strangely hopeful. The pacing is deliberate, which might frustrate some, but it really allows you to soak in the atmosphere of this crumbling Earth. Visually, it's stunning with its mix of traditional animation and CG. The emotional weight in the performances is just palpable. You really get a sense of their struggles as they try to find peace away from the chaos of piloting. It’s distinctive in that way, focusing on personal growth over action, at least for a good chunk of the film.

Focuses more on character dynamics than battles.Richly layered themes of trauma and recovery.A unique conclusion to the Rebuild of Evangelion series.