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"I have only abandoned my body, I still live here" - are the words emailed to friends of Chisa, several days after her death by suicide. As Lain delves deeper into the world of the "Wired" (also known as the internet), the line between it and reality becomes more and more unclear. Close the world, open the nExt.

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StoryIf the purpose of Serial Experiments Lain is to get your mind whirling, it succeeds. If its purpose is to get you thinking, not so much. This anime is a hit-or-miss philosophical cesspool that could either captivate or disgust. It’s like swallowing a series of shots that burn your throat and make you either drunkenly euphoric or nauseous. At the time, Serial Experiments Lain was covering ground few had covered before, and people were hailing the work as the turn-of-the-21st-century version of 1984. Now, more than ten years later, one could look at Lain and call it even more relevant. As it ponders the consequences of over-stimulation and over-connectedness, we ourselves have to ponder if being connected is the only way to assert our identity. In this way the anime is worthy of praise. It uses an innovative, pertinent medium to ask an age-old question. Is it possible, though, for subject matter like this to come in such an unsavory form? The anime’s highly experimental and impressionistic style ends up blurring much of what it wants to say. In ingesting the Lain pill, the viewer becomes desensitized instead of enlightened, and eventually he gets lost and stops paying attention.  For all the effort it takes to watch the thing, it leaves one with a diaphanous general idea and little satisfaction. There have been arguments that Lain does this purposefully so that we can make our own conclusions, but the storytelling isn’t engrossing enough for us to even want to make our own conclusions. The anime burrows under a smothering blanket of metaphors, leading us on and then giving us a paltry return for how much we invested. We will follow the mystery as if by masochistic impulsion, stomach the nearly indigestible, and then emerge at the end with our mind whirling but not made any better.AnimationThe animation does its job. And it’s an important job. Rarely does one come across an anime whose central tenets are linked so closely to how they are drawn. The dark red splotches on the pavement hints at a shadowy world that lurks just beneath the real one; solid gray figures sit inertly at their desks and on the train, unable to connect to the world around them; connected power lines loom against a garish yellow sky, ready to entangle those who walk in their midst – they’re all symbols. It is a visual style so abstract it could be called meaningful, a style so distasteful it could be called artistic. A cruel beauty, if you will.SoundThe sound, or rather the lack of sound, suits the anime well, and eerie minimalist electronic music quietly adds to the unsettlement. Personally, I would have replaced the ill-fitting alternative-rock riffs for some Berg or Kurtag. Rock is just too down-to-earth for this business.CharactersLain is not a girl I would want to take up in my arms and cuddle. Her vacant expression and porcelain-glass eyes incite more unease than empathy. However, the identity crisis she undergoes in the latter half provides all that is needed for the story to jump-start. Lain’s efforts to fill her empty life with worth becomes mildly arresting, if not frustrating. As she continues to ask herself the same questions and uncovers no answers, her journey to self-discovery teeters between suspense and stagnancy. Things do come to a head at the end, but I have to wonder if it's worth the hours of waiting. Meanwhile, the other characters fit into Lain’s story a bit like incorrect puzzle pieces. Some of them, like Lain’s sister and father, are good ideas that lack the punch to make an impact. Others, like her friend Alice and the mysterious men who spy on Lain outside her house, appear again and again, meant to be manifestations of Lain's internal struggles but instead flickering out as uninspired motifs that the viewer would likely deem not important enough to figure out.OverallThe beginning of the last episode opens with Lain saying, “I’m confused again.” I agree. To me Serial Experiments Lain resembles those books one reads in high school English class that are supposed to be eye-opening but actually just sweep past the brain and go out the other ear. There is no denying that the anime is a groundbreaking and creative work, but it seems to have remained in anime history not so much for what it says as for what it represents. While the ideas are there, it has stumbled a little over its convoluted wording.

There are anime in this world that will make you tilt your head to the side so hard you get a crick in your neck for a week. Lain is probably one of the best examples of this genre. There will be times while watching Lain where you need to stop and try to wrap your mind around what just happened. And while other anime slowly build to this point, like Evangelion or Paranoia Agent, Lain goes straight into the realm of mindf*ck in early episodes. However, as an older anime, it does suffer a bit from limited tools, but I would say it holds up to its more contemporary counterparts.  Story: The plot of Lain is actually fairly straightforward for all of it's weirdness. The perplexity of the story is not in the complex plot, but rather the way the plot unfolds. Instead of immediately stating how the world of Lain works, especially the Wired, the plot unfolds each layer like taking apart an origami crane. Once the truth is revealed, layer by layer, the plot begins to make sense. It isn't necessarily an anime that will make you question existance, in a way The Matrix might. Lain is more of a story about the potential of computers, in much the same wavelength as Ghost in the Shell. But unlike other anime, it throws strange imagery, unreliable narration, and often odd behavior at the viewer to hide the plot.  Animation: Here's the main part that Lain falls short. It's not that the animation is bad, it's just that the tools for the time period mean a lot of the animation is saturated. Many scenes are too dark to make out detail, while others are light-bleached. The animation itself is rather fluid, though there are jerky movements from time to time (a lot of it intentional). There isn't a lot of detail to the faces, especially Lain's, and much of the scenery can be fairly bland. However, the complexity of the Navi systems seems to be what took up most of the animation budget.  Sound: For the most part, the sound is great. The opening song is so 90s that it's nostalgic to my generation, even if its the first time hearing it. The voices are excellent, and the sound studio mixes a reverb or metallic sound whenever a voice is over the Wired, which I found interesting.  Characters: Here's the problem with the characters; there are a lot of them introduced, but not many are given more than a token trait. For example, Lain's family is very distant, but beyond a trait like "loves the Navi system", they don't have much going for them. Lain's friends are a bit like stock characters, except Arisu, who actually has a personality and flaws. The Knights are shown, living their daily lives, but are not given much exposition beyond their role in the Wired as a group. And the main character, Lain, isn't a reliable source of information. She's very difficult to relate to because of who/what she is. Still, I liked Lain, for all of her weirdness and flaws.  Overall, I'd recommend the anime and not just because it's for a badge. Just be prepared to suspend disbelief completely.  This review brought to you by Secret Santa 2016. 

Lain is mostly remembered today for the opening song, or the creepy atmosphere, but it also stand out as a period piece by being one of the best speculative fiction series of the time period it came out. Although the way it presented the internet in its early stages can be seen as silly now that we are all using it, it still predicted how it affects the way people think or how bad guys would abuse it for achieving deification by controlling peoples’ minds. It’s an exaggerated version of what actually happens today. You know, the mass media controlling the narrative, megalomaniac sociopaths promoting their agendas, and many becoming NPCs who are supporting the current thing. The presentation in Lain is of course not that down to earth, it’s done in a metaphysical way, as was the style at the time. Because back then the end of the millennia was near, people were worried about new technologies, and Neon Genesis became a big hit by having the exact same concept with Instrumentality, so let’s copy it to get a piece of the pie.Historical impact aside, the anime is obviously dated in terms of visuals, although it still holds up in terms of mysterious atmosphere and mindfuck special effects. The biggest issue most newer fans will have with it is how it doesn’t have the usual crap that sell, such as elaborate fight choreographies, or excessive fan service. The heroine can be seen as a waifu when she is dressed in those silly bear pajamas (and you are that fatally desperate to need one for watching an anime), but she’s mostly a surrogate for the viewer. She’s not there as a manic pixie dream girl that motivates some dull guy to participate in some hobby, as is the trend these days. Lain is not entertaining, it’s not about carefree characters in some high school and there are no silly romantic triangles. You see, the bulk of anime are about escapism. To run away from the boredom of your dull existence and into a realm of excitement and lack of responsibility. Lain seems to be doing that at first with everyone getting hooked on their internet and videogames (with wireless joysticks I must point out, at a time when it wasn’t widespread or cheap). And then it makes the whole thing to seem horrifying by changing peoples’ perception, and by causing death and mayhem everywhere. In effect it becomes anti-escapism and a cautionary tale on what happens when you indulge too much in any hobby. That’s the prime difference with something like Sword Art Online which is the polar opposite of what Lain is going for. You know, videogames are cool, I too wanna get trapped in a virtual reality and have lots of waifus being amazed with me. That is the main difference between sci-fi shows of the late 1990s and the 2010s. Back then almost everything was serious and scary. Lain is of the same vein as something like the original Ghost in the Shell movie. Philosophical, about loss of self in a virtual sea of impersonal information. What happens if your consciousness becomes data and you get a fusion of man and machine? Do you become a God? Do you ascend into a higher dimension? It’s that shit that makes science fiction great and memorable. With that said the show has its problems. How does a girl who doesn’t know or like computers that much changed so fast in a few episodes? It feels like a character rewrite because we don’t see the change, it happens out of screen. It’s the same thing with Kirito and Asuna in Sword Art Online loving each other when we hardly see them together. I mean, it’s done for maintaining a sense of mystery by making you ponder why does such a thing happen, but it’s still too sudden. Also why does nobody do something if videogames and The Wired are forcing people to commit suicide? What are the parents doing, the teachers, or the police? Why don’t they ban or regulate the damn thing? Because if they did we wouldn’t have a story. Also the whole concept of technology changing your perception is resolved in a really cheap way at the end that almost makes the whole theme pointless. The answer to the mystery of what is going on and why is Lain acting like a different person at times is not her losing touch with reality because of overexposure to The Wire. She was a deity. Not because of the internet, she was all along. So, um, what kind of a moral message does that leave you with? It’s no longer about how technology changes her, because she was always different. She was another Suzumiya Haruhi, which is not helpful when she’s supposed to be a stand-in for the viewer. Oh, what a betrayal. We are mortals, we wanna view and evaluate the show with mortal standards. That’s why it was way better when in the Haruhi anime the protagonist was Kyon. A mortal, not the goddess. As if that wasn’t enough, the mortals in Lain (and by that I mean every other character in the show) don’t achieve that much. Not only the heroine takes up most of the screentime, the others don’t affect the outcome much. There’s this really elaborate conspiracy going on that involves a dozen different things which are resolved in a hurry at the end and in a cheap way because the heroine can do a lot of weird reality warping shit. So what was the point of the show? If you are not the Special Chosen One from the very start you are fucked? Thanks every popular fighting shonen ever made! What would we do without your important moral message?With that said, Lain is still a good watch. It’s thematically powerful and attracting as a mystery, the music and the atmosphere hold up. It’s just that it’s very impersonal (and dare say un-relatable if you are a feelfag) when you get the answers and not everything comes together in an organic way at the end. It works far better conceptually than it does in execution. Still worth recommending, but not flawless.

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Serial Experiments Lain is an anime unlike any other that premiered in 1998. It follows the story of Lain Iwakura, a shy and introverted 14-year-old living in a world where the internet and technology dominate every aspect of life. After receiving an email from her classmate who committed suicide, Lain becomes fascinated with the mysterious power of the Wired, a network that connects everyone and everything. As she delves deeper into the digital world, Lain discovers unsettling truths about herself, the nature of reality, and the very fabric of existence itself.

The show has a unique and atmospheric visual style, characterized by its extensive use of interlaced video and computer-generated imagery. The animation is smooth and fluid, featuring a subdued color palette that serves to enhance the show's somber tone. The characters are gorgeously designed, with Lain herself standing out as a particularly striking creation. Her iconic blue hair and inscrutable expression perfectly capture the enigmatic quality of the show.

The sound design is an equally integral part of the show's overall mood. The soundtrack is a haunting blend of ethereal electronica and atmospheric soundscapes, creating an immersive and otherworldly sonic environment. The voice acting is uniformly excellent, with the main cast members delivering nuanced and affecting performances that perfectly capture the complex emotions of their characters.

The show is deeply philosophical in nature, exploring themes of identity, existence, and the nature of reality. It questions the nature of truth, the limits of knowledge, and the role of technology in shaping our lives. The show's exploration of the digital world is particularly prescient, predicting the rise of social media and the increasingly seamless integration of technology into our daily lives. Its insights into the nature of communication, memory, and consciousness are just as relevant today as they were in 1998.

Overall, Serial Experiments Lain is a bold and visionary anime that pushes the boundaries of the medium. It is a deeply thought-provoking exploration of the human experience in a rapidly changing world, and a profound meditation on the nature of existence itself. The show is not for everyone, as its slow pace and dense philosophical musings may be off-putting to some. However, for those willing to engage with its themes and immerse themselves in its unique atmosphere, Serial Experiments Lain is a masterpiece of anime storytelling that rewards repeated viewings and careful consideration.

Serial Experiments Lain is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (13 episodes). The series first aired on July 6, 1998.

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• Cast Rei Igarashi Ayako Kawasumi Kaori Shimizu Ryunosuke Ohbayashi Shigeru Chiba
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• Premiere Date July 6, 1998
• IMDB Rating 8.1   (17,946)

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Strange things start happening when a withdrawn girl named Lain becomes obsessed with an interconnected virtual realm known as "The Wired". Serial Experiments Lain featuring Kaori Shimizu and Youko Asada has one or more episodes streaming with subscription on Funimation, available for purchase on Apple TV, and available for purchase on Microsoft Store. It's an anime and horror show with 13 episodes over 1 season. Serial Experiments Lain is no longer running and has no plans to air new episodes or seasons. It has a high IMDb audience rating of 8.1 (17,955 votes).

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I love Lain and how "The Wired" works as now its a reflection of our world today. Seeing the risks Lain took. The journey she went on followed by a banger of an opening, it truly warms my heart at the end of the story to see Lain went away, but at the same time stuck around.

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Lain's guilt over the havoc caused by her interaction within the wired provokes her to take drastic - and irreversible...

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S01 E12 Landscape

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S01 E11 Infornography

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Lain wasn’t interested in computers until she received her first email from a formerly suicidal classmate. Her newfound desire to connect with the dead will lead her into the twisted maze of the “wired world.”

Accela – a designer drug born of nanotechnology – is a big hit with the club kids, but what’s that got to do with Lain? Only a madman who painted the dance floor with blood can answer that question – and he’s dead.

Lain has questions about a computer chip someone left in her locker, and her Dad’s not talking. Some kids at the club say they know all about it – but they want a piece of Lain’s wired wild side.

The more involved with computers she becomes, the more Lain begins to transform. In the cybernetic cocoon that was once her room, she’s hard at work blurring the lines between reality and the wired.

Lain’s friends suspect her involvement in a series of computer errors that caused a lethal traffic accident. Meanwhile, her sister is haunted by mysterious messages demanding that she “fulfill the prophecy”.

When an image of herself appears in the clouds, the “real” Lain enters the wired on a search for answers. Her quest leads to a “child-killer” scientist whose devious work is being exploited by the Knights.

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The late ‘90s and early ’00s were an extremely experimental era of anime where creators like Satoshi Kon and Chiaki J. Konaka created many psychological thrillers. One of them being, Serial Experiments Lain by Chiaki J. Konaka.

Serial Experiments Lain is an anime that demands your absolute attention and is not something you could treat as white noise while doing something else . It is a very dark and mature anime that forces you to think about our society and makes you want to discuss what you just watched. It may take one than a single watch for you to truly grasp the essence of the anime.

A true madness masterpiece, Serial Experiments Lain was way ahead of its time.

If you love anime like Paranoia Agent, Serial Experiments Lain is a must-watch!

1. Release Order

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• Episodes: 13

2. Conclusion

Serial Experiments Lain has only one season with episodes chronologically released. Hence, there is no need for a special watch order.

3. Quick Review

I. story and characters.

The plot of Serial Experiments Lain is simpler than its concept. The story is disjoint in nature, and the pacing is slow. These seemingly off-putting aspects of the show, actually make it more impactful. The story forces you to think about the events that take place, and despite having no jump-scares, it makes shivers crawl up your spine.

The main character, Lain, is perhaps the most thought-out and deep character in a psychological anime. Her actions as a character are realistic, and her emotions, jumbled, and complex. The side characters in the form of Lain’s family, too, have depth and an understanding of the environment around them.

II. Animation and Sound

Serial Experiments Lain believes in the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Some concepts are best described by imagery or a series of images. Although it is not conventionally eye-pleasing anime art, the way it distorts according to emotions of our characters and bends around the plot is commendable.

The soundtrack perfectly resonates with the environment of the anime . Again, it isn’t catchy or especially melodious, it conveys the depth and complex themes in the anime.

4. About Serial Experiments Lain

Serial Experiments Lain is an anime television series produced by Yasuyuki Ueda and animated by Triangle Staff. It was directed by Ryūtarō Nakamura and written by Chiaki J. Konaka.

Serial Experiments Lain follows the story of Lain Iwakura, an introverted technophobe 14-year-old. One day a classmate of hers commits suicide, and the following day, she, along with other classmates, receives an email from the deceased girl, Chisa Yomoda. Whenever Lain opens her email, it directs it to Wired, a virtual world of invisible networks that is similar to the Internet. Wired exposes her to strange, mysterious, cryptic messages that affecting her in real life. She is followed by Men in Black wherever she goes and asks her a variety of questions, some being personal. She feels as if they know her more than she knows herself. With the line between the virtual and real-world getting blurry, Lain begins to experience a series of bizarre mishaps where her personal identity and worldly perceptions begin to alter and takes on new meanings.

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