I''s English Sub & Dub

About I''s

I''s (フロム I"s アイズ 〜もうひとつの夏の物語〜) blends drama and romance by Studio Pierrot (2002). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. At its core: Aiming to become a molding artist, Itsuki, a childhood ally of Ichitaka who went to America come back to Japan. Iori who refused the idol path and started to pursue her ambition to become an actress instead.

Beyond that: Ichitaka, wandering on his bicycle alone, tries to decide his choice between the two persons.

With drama at the core, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Iori Yoshizuki (Kumi Sakuma) and Ichitaka Seto (Takahiro Sakurai) are two of the characters you will meet early. This one is best suited to viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. At 2 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Studio Pierrot, which means the visual identity of I''s follows that studio's craft. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. With a 5.5/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. On the casting side, Kumi Sakuma voicing Iori Yoshizuki gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2002, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.