Jujutsu Kasen Animator Refutes Allegations of Plagiarism
Jujutsu Kaisen animator refutes claims of plagiarism in response to Copy Kaisen controversy
Recently, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 has received criticism from some fans who claim that the animators have plagiarized scenes from other popular anime shows. However, an animator has spoken out in defense of the series, refuting the allegations.
Jujutsu Kaisen has been a widely discussed animanga series in 2023, largely due to recent events in both the anime and manga. The high-quality animation in each episode of Season 2 has been widely praised by the community.
The series gained even more popularity with the release of its second season, featuring improved animation and a captivating storyline. However, things took a turn when MAPPA was heavily criticized for its alleged toxic work environment, among other issues. Additionally, the animators of the beloved anime have come under fire for another recent incident.
Jujutsu Kaisen animator reacts to the “Copy Kaisen” accusations
The community initially celebrated the mind-blowing fight sequences in Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, but recent criticism from fans suggests that some of these scenes may have been copied from other popular anime such as My Hero Academia and Birdy the Mighty: Decode.
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Not only do fans think that the fight between Gojo and Miguel in the Jujutsu Kaisen movie was copied from the live-action film IP Man, but they also feel that Season 2 was similarly affected. Jujutsu Kaisen has a dedicated fanbase that never fails to notice even the smallest details in the series. Social media is filled with posts pointing out what scenes were borrowed from various media forms. One post claims that the fight between Mahoraga and Sukuna was copied from My Hero Academia Season 1, while another post alleges that Yuji Vs. Mahito was plagiarized from The Raid 2.
Frustrated by the false accusations, an animator took to social media to address the issue. In his post, he explained the challenges of consistently coming up with new and original ideas due to limitations such as time constraints and the detailed nature of animated TV shows. He emphasized the need for spare time and energy in order to create completely original ideas.
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In addition, the animator verified that they used references or drew inspiration from various fighting scenes in other anime shows. Tsuchigami emphasized that this is a standard practice in the entertainment industry, and referencing other shows does not equate to copying.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I'm quite disappointed and frustrated by the recent plagiarism allegations against Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2. The series has been one of my favorites, and I've always admired the high-quality animation and captivating storyline. It's disheartening to hear that some fans believe that the animators have plagiarized scenes from other popular anime shows.
I understand that creating original content can be challenging, especially with time constraints and the detailed nature of animated TV shows. However, I believe that referencing or drawing inspiration from other works should be done ethically and with proper acknowledgment. It's important to give credit where credit is due and to respect the intellectual property of other creators.
