Attack on Titan Final Chapters Takes Home Unexpected 2023 Film Honor

The Attack on Titan Final Chapters has won the top TV movie or special of the year award for 2023 from Letterboxd in a surprise victory. This year was particularly significant for Attack on Titan, marking the conclusion of its decade-long story, and the Final Chapters provided a remarkable send-off to one of the most talked about Shonens of the past decade.

The finale of Attack on Titan received high praise and top ratings on Letterboxd, earning a rare mention in the site's 2023 roundup. This swan song was featured among the best films of 2023 including Past Lives, Oppenheimer, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse.

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Attack on Titan The Final Chapters: 2 has an impressive 4.4-star rating on Letterboxd, winning the Highest-rated TV Movie or Special category. The first part of the special also secured the second highest rating. Letterboxd's list featured a wide range of categories, including romance and horror, showcasing their users' highest-rated films.

Many Attack on Titan fans are rejoicing at the victory, as anime of AOT's kind rarely receive recognition in lists like this, particularly now that the show has ended. In their review of the finale, Letterboxd noted that the film is "one of those rare shows that, once it's finished, leaves a bittersweet void in your heart and you realize that nothing will ever compare to the first viewing experience ever again."

Funnily enough, this wasn’t the only anime that made an appearance in Letterboxd’s lengthy list, as The Boy and The Heron was the second highest-rated animated film behind Spider-verse. 

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I am thrilled that Attack on Titan Final Chapters has won the top TV movie or special of the year award for 2023 from Letterboxd. This is a well-deserved recognition for an exceptional anime series that has captivated audiences worldwide. The Final Chapters provided a satisfying conclusion to the decade-long story, and it's great to see that it is being recognized for its artistic and storytelling achievements.

I believe this win is significant for the anime community as a whole. Anime is often overlooked or undervalued in mainstream film discussions, so it's refreshing to see an anime series receive such prestigious recognition. This win demonstrates that anime is capable of producing high-quality content that can resonate with audiences just as much as traditional films. It also encourages more people to explore the diverse and rich world of anime, which can lead to a greater appreciation for the medium.