As far using the word “cartoons” when talking about anime, I’m fine with it. Though I’m sure I haven’t been 100% consistent in this, when I call them cartoons it’s usually in reference to a person watching some animation or I’m being hyperbolic. In the end though, it’s a weird word as it depends who is saying it to have its undertone.

When you say Kanon and provide a picture from Kanon 2006, you should list that down, since newbies would be confused when they search up Kanon episodes.
As for the Unrealistic part, I like your whole reasoning behind calling it that, since it was all just that. But as you said, it is not real.

Btw, calling Anime “cartoons” just criticizes it. Cartoons are badly drawn american-made T.V. shows, which I am doubtful of anyone who would tell me I’m wrong.
Anime is also drawn T.V. shows, but that’s kind of why it’s called “ANIME” aka a JAPANESE cartoon which has a completely different style.

Once again, loved your review.

My favourite arc has got to be the Makoto one. Really sad to see what happen. Not forgetting Ayu as well. Not gonna spoil for others, but the ending is a bitter pill to swallow after all that has happened.

Though only partly related, that Clannad release news was bittersweet. It’s scheduled for early 2009, but sub-only. I really liked how ADV dubbed Kanon and was looking forward to having the same director handle the English dub for Clannad.

My favorite arc must be Makoto and , of course , Ayuuuu

Belela-san, the intro song is very nice. I finished my re-watch in two days as well. Just kept hitting next episode, changing discs, and watching and watching. I was sick as a dog between Christmas and New Years when I watched it, so didn’t have much else going on. It’s nice company to have a show like that.