Chris and Steve attempt to decipher the theatrical teenage emotions of Revue Starlight the Movie. Also: the giraffe is scarier in this one.
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The banana is a lie.


Revue Starlight – Special 1
It’s nice seeing Hikari be friends with the others.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 6
Never change, Kaoruko.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 8
This is easily my favorite episode of Revue Starlight”


Revue Starlight – Ep. 11
Waiting for the finale was tough.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 9
When despair becomes hope.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 3
Why do I hear boss music?


Revue Starlight – Ep. 5
If you change a few things, Mahiru would be a great yandere character.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 2
Who is more determined than the other?


Revue Starlight – Ep. 4
This is the first time where Karen and Hikari actually come across as friends.


Revue Starlight – Special 2
My version of Claire is better than yours.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 1
Time to take Position Zero again.


Revue Starlight – Ep. 10
This revue is too good of an opportunity to pass up on.


Revue Starlight – Special 3
It’s nice to spend a little bit more time with this show.


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