Sword Art Online The Movie: Progressive – Scherzo Of Deep Night Movie Review: This anime is an enjoyable ride and will appeal to fans of the series

Story: A month has passed since over 10,000 players became trapped in the Sword Art Online game. Despite slow but steady progress, Asuna and Kirito continue to climb the ladder. The focus of the film’s events is primarily on the fifth floor, where Asuna encounters new challenges.

Review: “Sword Art Online: Progressive – Scherzo of Deep Night” is the highly anticipated second installment in the “Sword Art Online: Progressive” series, and it lives up to its predecessor, “Sword Art Online: Progressive – Aria of a Starless Night.” The events within Aincrad have become more intriguing, with a greater focus on the fifth level of the game. However, based on the events in the film, it may not have been the most fitting choice to commemorate the game’s tenth anniversary. While “Aria of a Starless Night” was daring in its concept, the events in this film seem somewhat disorganized. Nevertheless, it remains an enjoyable experience.

In this film, viewers will observe a noticeable transformation in Asuna’s character. It’s so pronounced that she almost seems like a different person from the carefree yet focused student we saw in “Aria of a Starless Night.” Although the film takes a while to capture the audience’s attention, it ultimately provides a more profound and engaging experience. The characters of Asuna and Kirito are well-defined, and their relationship has been injected with novelty, which is a refreshing change.

The film’s outstanding soundtrack, featuring exceptional use of violin and electric guitar, demonstrates the tremendous effort invested in its creation. Additionally, cinematography is a noteworthy aspect that is certain to capture the audience’s attention. However, the film is inconsistent in its portrayal of the characters, barring Asuna and Kirito, which is a notable weakness. While the plot aims to resolve all loose ends, it becomes somewhat disorganized in the process.

At the center of this anime’s storyline are Asuna and Kirito, who have steadily progressed towards the game’s fifth level. Utilising his expertise as a former Beta tester, Kirito gathers allies to aid him and Asuna in battling a monster. However, they soon find themselves embroiled in a conflict between two guilds. Upon discovering that one guild aims to acquire an artifact that would grant them supremacy over the other, they plan an assault on the boss guarding it.

The film barely delves into Aincrad’s world, and it does not explicitly reveal whether the story is told from Asuna’s or Kirito’s viewpoint. While this anime does not offer anything ground-breaking, it effectively fulfills its purpose of entertaining the audience.