Kizumonogatari II: Nekketsu-hen

The second movie in the Kizumonogatari series doesn't feature the constant visual info dumps seen in the first, but it stands out in its own way, particularly during the two fight scenes. These battles go to great lengths to illustrate how our biases can lead to misleading assumptions about the outcome. A recurring theme in the second movie is the idea that one's assumptions will often be proven wrong ( such as the big formidable vampire turn out to be the weakest of the three). The movie also heavily focuses on the interaction between Araragi and Hanekawa, and I can understand why some people feel ... that Araragi has better chemistry with Hanekawa than with Senjougahara. Overall, while different from the first movie in terms of visual presentation and storytelling, the second movie is excellent in its own right, and I'm eager to watch the final installment.

Overall rating: 6, further review below

So, you're telling me it's easier to give your panties to the guy you love than it is to straight up confess? I honestly don't know if it's me or the author who needs to hang out with more women, and my criminal record is too clean to make the experience myself. So, welcome to Kizumonogatari II: A better vampire story than Twilight (kind of) where Araragi becomes the worst attempt I've ever seen at gaining a fangirl's attention, the story takes a few steps forward (don't worry, it'll get there one day I'm sure of it), Kiss shot ... is still somewhat underwhelming as a character and Oshino is based af.

As for the story progression, well Araragi beats bad guy number 1, 2 and 3 in a relatively short period of time, I still don't understand what's the purpose of Hanekawa aside from spilling her guts (hehe geddit) on her feelings and some more. So, I guess I need to adress the elephant in the room: Why is it higher rated than the first movie? Honestly I just liked the action, not enough to redeem the whole thing, but it was some dumb fun, despite the antagonists not having all that much substance to themselves, but I'd like to believe the third movie is where the big reveals will start to hit (copium).

So Writing the review for the first time to express my frustration

story was not just predictable , it was garbage. just a rehash of tropes that felt like an insult to the series.
For story: 1/10

Art and Direction: I won’t waste words on the art style and direction; it’s the usual Monogatari fare. But even the familiar visuals couldn’t save this
Art and direction:7/10

Characterization of Hanekawa:The writing of her character was terribly done imo
Overall writing: 1/10
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Audience Reception: I’m baffled by the high ratings. Did we even watch the same film? How can anyone rate this mess so highly? It’s mind-boggling.