Mezzo English Sub & Dub

About Mezzo

Here is what Mezzo (MEZZO -メゾ-) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, adventure and comedy anime by ARMS and Studio Pierrot (2004). The setup: Mikura, Kurokawa, and Harada are the 3 members of the Danger Service Agency (DSA). Mikura is the brawns of the group, Harada is the brains, and Kurokawa is just a bitter ex-cop that likes to think he's in charge.

Further in, they'll take on any job as long as it involves lots of danger and, of course, money. If you want to live long enough to eat dinner, you better not cross them. Their biggest case, however, could prove to be finding out why someone wants Kurokawa assassinated.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Tomoko Kotani as Mikura Suzuki and Takumi Yamazaki as Tomohisa Harada. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. The run is 13 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

ARMS and Studio Pierrot is the studio behind Mezzo, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.2/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Tomoko Kotani as Mikura Suzuki, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 2004, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.