I will be doing JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure(2012) as my final presentation I’m drawn to JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure mainly because of its unique and expressive art style. Unlike most anime, JoJo isn’t afraid to experiment with bold colors, stylized shading, and character design. It also explores themes like fate, legacy, masculinity, and moral grayness through flamboyant and genre-defying storytelling. Im also drawn due to its use of Stands as externalized powers, The show’s bold fashion, striking poses, surreal color palettes, and influence from Western music and fashion make it very unique.
Things to Research/Analyze:
- Art style evolution across different parts (Phantom Blood to Stone Ocean)’
- Stand concept as a metaphor for identity and power
- Joestar family legacy and generational storytelling
- Cultural references (fashion, music, classic art)
- Fashion and character design as storytelling tools
- Themes of masculinity and emotional expression
- Use of on-screen text
- Narrative pacing and structure of each part
- Use of color theory and surreal lighting
- JoJo’s role in popularizing anime globally
- Influence from Western horror, sci-fi, and philosophy
- Exploration of morality and villain complexity
- Symbolism in Stand names and powers
- Impact on other anime and media
