Haruwo English Sub & Dub

About Haruwo

Haruwo (ハルヲ) arrives as an action anime by CoMix Wave (2008), and the premise is easy to summarize. At its core: In a violent post-apocalyptic Japan, a reckless juvenile delinquent named Haruwo takes on the Yakuza, but their new bouncer may be more than he can handle... Over a year in the making, this half-hour short was entirely the work of one person--even the music!

More of the story: "Haruwo" animator Shao Guee writes, "I didn't make this film for money, just for fun. I hope people all over the world will have a chance to see it. If you like it, please tell your friends about it.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 1 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by CoMix Wave, so the studio's house style defines how Haruwo looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 3.0/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. It aired in 2008, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.