'Infinity Castle' & 'Reze Arc' Were Cool, but We Missed Another Anime Movie With 8.8 on IMDb
This prequel doesn't merely rely on the original, it builds on its strengths.
While the anime community is abuzz with highly anticipated releases like Infinity Castle and the triumphant return of Chainsaw Man with Reze Arc, another high-profile project has quietly appeared on the Crunchyroll shelf.
This is the feature-length anime movie Link Click: Bridon Arc, which continues the story of the cult Chinese donghua that unfortunately missed out on a wider audience.
What Is 'Link Click: Bridon Arc' About?
Bridon Arc is a prequel. It centers on Lu Guang, one of the owners of the Time Photo Studio, who has unique abilities.
His friend and partner, Cheng Xiaoshi, can remain inside photographs for up to 12 hours, while Lu Guang can see into the past and influence its events.
Their ordinary life is shattered when a mysterious stranger named Vein bursts into the studio, resulting in Xiaoshi's death. Overwhelmed by grief and guilt, Lu Guang breaks all the rules and travels back in time to prevent the tragedy.
'Link Click: Bridon Arc' Is Just as Intriguing and Tense as the Original Title
Director Li Haoling, who worked on the original series and Heaven Official's Blessing maintains the project's signature style. The movie abandons the episodic structure of the first season in favor of a unified, tightly plotted detective story.
The tension never lets up, and viewers are immersed in Lu Guang's grueling mental struggle as he teeters on the brink of panic while calculating the consequences of his past actions.
The visuals, executed in a muted, powdery palette reminiscent of old photographs and featuring smooth, almost hypnotic animation, only enhance the sense of unsettling, fragile beauty in this world.
'Link Click: Bridon Arc' Effectively Reveals & Expands the World of the Original Series
Bridon Arc delves deeper into the characters' personalities, showing Lu Guang at his most vulnerable and obsessed. It also introduces key characters, such as the enigmatic Vein.
The movie sets the stage for future seasons by delving into the topic of responsibility for altering time and its irreversible consequences. While being familiar with the original might be an advantage, Bridon Arc stands as a captivating story in its own right.
It's perfect for longtime fans eager for more and new viewers drawn to its blend of detective fiction, sci-fi, and profound philosophical drama about the price of saving someone you love.
What Did Viewers Think of 'Link Click: Bridon Arc – The Movie'?
Reddit user Fickle-Hour4458 wrote:
“The Bridon arc is literally my favourite thing in the whole show, 10/19, absolutely peak. Nothing else can beat it, it's so good.”
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On IMDb, Link Click: Bridon Arc has a score of 8.8/10.
Where to Watch 'Link Click: Bridon Arc – The Movie'?
Link Click: Bridon Arc – The Movie is available to stream on Crunchyroll.
