The story begins on the heels of the first movie as Light Yagami joins the investigation team in pursuit of the serial killer known as "Kira." While L still strongly suspects that Light is "Kira," ...

When Death Note premiered in 2006, it appeared to be anime's best thriller, with a premise that was too alluring to ignore. Light Yagami, a top student, discovers a paranormal notebook that kills ...

The ending of Death Note is unable to overcome the strength of its original premise. Light Yagami's defeat feels unsatisfying due to rushed plot details. Death Note's ending fails to provide a ...

When it comes to some of the biggest anime franchises in the world today, Death Note remains one of the heaviest hitters of the medium. Presenting itself as a psychological story involving its main ...

Alex is a writer on Game Rant and a complex story appreciator with a soft spot for fantasy anime. He likes films and shows that boast strong characters and complex worlds. Alex thinks the best kinds ...