Let’s begin this review with a little quiz to discover if you’ll find this movie entertaining or not. Doesn’t it seem like the epitome of comedy, a lengthy segment about a tiny child straining so hard not to poop that she starts experiencing bizarre hallucinations? If so, you’ve discovered the right movie.
Similar to numerous anime movies based on well-known television shows, SPYÏFAMILY Code: White is a unique tale that is not seen in the manga. The film’s inherent inability to alter the entire SPYFAMILY plot is a drawback. By the time the end credits roll, the status quo needs to be maintained regardless of what happened in the movie. Even worse, the main premise of the movie is very predictable, and the one-off antagonist seems to have been taken straight out of the forgettable movie villain guidebook. Nevertheless, even though it can be difficult to sense any stress while watching the movie, it can still be a fun trip.
The movie is mostly written such that even if you’ve never heard of SPY FAMILY, you can still watch and comprehend it. Anya is just her normal self, the epitome of a small girl who can read minds but finds it difficult to understand what she discovers there. Yor, on the other hand, is displaying her opposing nature in full, playing the role of the most fierce and innocent family member. Even though he is unaware of it, Loid has grown to love his family and doesn’t want to give them up, not even for the purpose of the mission. He struggles with this realization in the meantime.
There are many adorable moments, hilarious miscommunications, and bizarre coincidences throughout the film. There are also many touching moments in which the family overcomes obstacles in their lives and becomes closer. As always, there’s the lesson that communication is essential—that the greatest methods to go forward are to express your issues and show respect for the feelings of those you love.
The action sequences, however, are where SPY FAMILY Code: White really excels. In this movie, Studio Wit heavily draws from their expertise with Attack on Titan, resulting in one of the most visually stunning and skillfully coordinated fight scenes I’ve seen in a long time for Yor. To be honest, the cost of entry alone might make it worthwhile. A similar visual highlight is Anya’s delusion, which causes the movie to switch to a completely different animation style. Regarding music, we have a brand-new smash hit song named “SOULSOUP” by Official HiGE DANdism, which reinforces the SPY×FAMILY vibe.
Overall, however forgettable, SPY FAMILY Code: White is a pleasant movie. It’s not as good as it could be because it doesn’t really have much impact on the larger SPY FAMILY tale, while having some heartwarming moments, fantastic action, and solid comedy. You can find what you’re looking for here, though, if you adore SPY×FAMILY and want more. Furthermore, this movie wouldn’t be a bad place to start if you wanted to introduce someone to the franchise without trying to make them watch the entire run.
