Noblesse: Awakening

Name: Noblesse: Awakening
Director: Kenichi Matsuzawa
Genre: Action, Animation, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
Released: 2016-01-01
Duration: 32 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Daisuke Hirakawa, Tarusuke Shingaki, Hitomi Nabatame, Teruyuki Tanzawa, Toru Okawa

2016Dir. Kenichi Matsuzawa32m

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Runtime32m

Released2016

DirectorKenichi Matsuzawa

About This Movie

Noblesse: Awakening offers a unique blend of action, animation, and comedy that keeps things lively. The story kicks off with Rai, who emerges from an 820-year slumber, and the transition to his new high school life is both amusing and intriguing. The pacing has a nice rhythm; it balances lighthearted moments with darker undertones as the Unions disrupt his new normal. I really appreciate how the film explores themes of loyalty and identity, especially through Rai’s relationship with Frankenstein, who’s not just a servant but a true companion. The animation style feels polished yet has a certain charm that highlights the action sequences well. Overall, it stands out in the genre for its character-driven narrative and the unexpected depth it brings.

Interesting character dynamicsDistinctive animation styleExplores themes of loyalty and identity