Reception
FLCL has received mainly positive reviews. Anime.com gave the series an enthusiastic review stating it is "the most intentionally obtuse series since Excel Saga". In 2003, it also went on to win third place for Best Animation Film at the Fantasia Festival. Christopher McDonald of Anime News Network called it "downright hilarious" and "visually superb" with great music, citing the packaging of 2 episodes per DVD as the only weakness of Synch-Point's original release. Robert Nelson of T.H.E.M. Anime Reviews gave the anime 4 out of 5 stars stating, "FLCL may not have a straightforward or deep plot. It may not have complex characterizations. Hell, it may not have any meaning. But FLCL does succeed in its true objective. It is fun to watch!" Chris Beveridge of Mania gave it an A- stating, " FLCL is something that allowed those involved to try a wide variety of styles and techniques and does come off as quite experimental. But nearly everything worked in their favor and you end up with three hours of nearly break neck speed action, comedy and commentary on modernlife." Brian Ruh praised the series stating, "It was very frenetic and kept pushing the envelope on what was possible in Japanese animation." On August 12, 2003, Time Warner press release noted the success of Cartoon Network, and mentions FLCL:
- Animé series FLCL (Monday-Thursday, 12 a.m.) premiered with impressive numbers. The Monday, Aug. 4 telecast of FLCL ranked No. 42 among all shows on ad-supported cable among adults 18–34.
On February 24, 2007, FLCL was nominated for "Best Cast", and won "Best Comedy Series" and "Best Short Series" at the first American Anime Awards show. Anime Insider ranked FLCL 4th in their list of the best English-licensed anime of all time on November 2007. Avatar: The Last Airbender director Giancarlo Volpe says the staff "were all ordered to buy FLCL and watch every single episode of it."
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