Much of the reason I enjoy this show so much is not because of any deep or complex reason. It’s not the story, with the friendly rivalry between the brothers, the great characterizations, or the skillful scene composition. It’s how the show manages to make the everyday, simple things Mutta does so interesting. He can even make taking a picture exciting!

Remember from before how Mutta looked in the astronaut’s helmet to envision himself there? Again, it’s such a simple act. But most shows wouldn’t even think of something so simple. They’d have Mutta give a soliloquy about his dreams, or have someone talk to him. But Space Brothers can elicit meaning from the simplest of moments. Continue reading Space Bros 04 — The Simple Pleasures →

This is the second time they’ve pulled this trick (the first was the old man’s bald head transforming into the moon) but it gets me every time. Such a neat, simple and effective trick with the animation. Continue reading Space Bros 03 — Broccoli →

What an intense interview scene. Nine on one. And only they get a table.

It was beautifully done, too. Mutta keeps slouching and adjusting the screw. The guy at the end looks away off to the side after Mutta attempts to ride on the coattails of his little brother. Everyone speaks, but their voices are silenced, and all we can hear is the sound of Mutta’s heartbeat. Continue reading Space Bros 02 — Screw It →