UlasanAnime.com – Having finally watched the second coming of Mushroom Samba, the reviewer suggests there needs to be more emphasis on certain anatomical features.
Less jokingly, the most commendable aspect of Space Dandy episode 01 is its concluding joke. This element is highlighted as the most faithful nod to the esteemed comedy side story of Cowboy Bebop, perhaps aside from potential psychedelic influences. The author posits that without the core “mushroom” element, the “Mushroom Samba” itself becomes rather dull.
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This sentiment extends to Space Dandy’s overall reception so far, with the addition of prominent breast features being noted as a potential attempt to alleviate this perceived dullness. However, the reviewer acknowledges that the impact of such additions will vary depending on individual viewer sensitivities.
The reviewer watched the Cartoon Network premiere and found the English dub to be acceptable. While it’s easy to get caught up in pointing out differences, after experiencing the Japanese dub (which is recommended to be watched on Hulu for American viewers), the overall localization is deemed “pretty okay.” The “Space Ball” joke, referencing going to “Plaid,” is felt to have lost some of its impact without the inclusion of the “Paiotsu” angle. Despite this, the rest of the localization is considered tolerably done.
The episode’s ending is specifically mentioned as being absent from the localized version. This ending features Yoko Kanno arranging an Etsuko Yakushimaru song, which the reviewer considers a significant event. Even so, this significant element reportedly sounded only “Okay” in the TV cut.
Thanks to the series “Noucome,” the concept of a “Paiotsu” is now familiar, and it’s identified as the most consistently running joke in the first episode of Space Dandy. The reviewer notes that the English dub struggles to convey the pun effectively, understandably so, leading to the omission of what is considered the sole saving grace of Space Dandy episode 1. This is met with a resigned “Oh well.”
