Puella Magi Madoka Magica

Editor Reviews

• Milo Sexton

  Rating: 7

  7

  July 6, 2025

  Don't let the cute art style fool you; Puella Magi Madoka Magica is a masterclass in deconstruction and dark fantasy that hits many of the same psychological and philosophical notes as Evangelion. Written by the acclaimed Gen Urobuchi, known for his darker stories, this series takes the magical girl genre and twists it into a tale of despair, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of making impossible choices. There are no mechas here, but the battles against abstract 'witches' are fraught with symbolic weight and psychological horror. It's a surprisingly deep exploration of hope, entropy, and the true cost of miracles, packed into a concise 12-episode run that will leave you thinking long after the credits roll. The score by Yuki Kajiura is particularly noteworthy, adding layers of tension and melancholy.