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Trinity Blood
- Cartoon Network
- Genre: Science Fiction
Common Sense Media says
Thrilling, mature anime series is awfully gory.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this mature, gothic anime series is about a group of vampires out to dominate post-Armageddon civilization -- which means that scenes frequently depict heavy violence involving spears, blood, and guts. The vampires are often ruthless in seeking their prey; their determination might scare younger viewers who tune in looking for lighter sci-fi/action animated fare. In other words, the show is part of Cartoon Network's Adult Swim line-up for a reason.
What's the story?
In the decidedly adult-oriented anime series TRINITY BLOOD, vampires have descended upon civilization and threaten the world's peace. Five hundred years after Armageddon, peace reigns. New cities have been built in the gothic style, and high-tech airships patrol from above. But a group of evil vampires, thought extinct by many, prowl the night turning order into chaos. Dispatched by the Vatican to help keep people safe from the vampires, priest Abel Nightroad (voiced by Troy Baker) is part of the protective force called the Defenders. Nightroad has a unique perspective on the situation, since he's a vampire himself. He has a complicated relationship with young Ester (Colleen Clinkenbeard), whose importance eventually becomes clear.
Is it any good?
Based on the Japanese manga by Yoshida Sunao and Kiyo Kyuujou, Trinity Blood is entertaining and fast-paced, with remarkably lifelike characters and sharp, often-funny dialogue. But each episode also has plenty of tense, scary scenes, which might turn off sensitive viewers. The vampires employ sabers tucked beneath their cloaks to stab and fend off their enemies, resulting in very gory scenes featuring blood, guts, and even disembowelment.
The show's complex relationship with and treatment of religion also marks it as a show for mature audiences. Parents should definitely pre-screen before letting anyone besides older teens tune in -- this show is part of the late-night Adult Swim line-up for a reason.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about the show's complicated premise and mythology. What do you think would happen to the world after an Armageddon-like event? Do you think peace would be possible? Why do you think vampires are such popular mythological characters in movies, TV shows, and books? What do people find so appealing about them?
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Teen, 17 years old
April 9, 2008
AGE
if ur mature u can handle it
4 kids. no
4 people who like vampires and fantasy and anime. i LOVE this show.
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Teen, 14 years old
April 9, 2008
AGE
Not So Great
i Think this show is actually pretty ridiculous.
the Vatican is now the government ruling the 'world' while vampires are trying to take over?
sends people the wrong message about religion.
the overly gory scenes were pretty unnesicary
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Kid, 9 years old
April 9, 2008
AGE
this is the COOLEST show ever!!!!
it's really gory, but awesome. If you like Sci-Fi(like me) read the series by Orson Scott Card, Ender. I'm on the third book, "Xenocide", my favorite book in the world. The first one in the series is titled "Ender's Game." AWESOME SHOW!!!!!
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Teen, 16 years old
April 9, 2008
AGE
Great Show!
The show is DEFINITELY an older kid's / young adult's show. There's religious sides (which some viewers may find offensive) and a LOT of violence.
For those who haven't seen it yet: there are a lot of scenes that are fast-paced and thrilling (usually fight scenes), and then the very slow, more chick-flick scenes that are sentimental with the music in the background. But the graphics are beautiful, and it's a great show.
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Teen, 14 years old
April 9, 2008
AGE
the best vampire anime since ever
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Kid, 10 years old
December 12, 2009
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Teen, 14 years old
February 9, 2009
AGE
So-So
I thought it was a little boring(But, I still love vampires).
Off topic but, I loved sister Abel's voice! I think her voice is beautiful!
CHARACTER DESIGN: 9 out 10
STORY: 6 out of 10
OVERALL: 6 out of 10
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Adult
October 21, 2011
AGE
GREAT...! If veiwers can get past the gore,
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| TV rating: | TV-14 |
| Network: | Cartoon Network |
| Cast: | Colleen Clinkenbeard, Lydia Mackay, Troy Baker |
| Genre: | Science Fiction |
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