How Netflix Ruined Death Note - Anime vs. Film

The video compares the anime, manga, and Netflix film adaptations of Death Note, highlighting similarities and differences. It discusses the portrayal of Light Yagami and Light Turner, the rules of the Death Note, the theme of justice, character development, and story conclusions. The anime and manga are noted for their depth and adherence to rules, while the film diverges significantly, leading to a less compelling narrative.

What is the primary focus of the Netflix adaptation of Death Note compared to the original anime and manga?

• It is a musical adaptation.

• It diverges significantly from the original in terms of character portrayal and themes.

• It introduces new characters not present in the original.

• It closely follows the original storyline.

What is the main premise shared by both the anime/manga and the Netflix film?

• A teenager finds a notebook that can kill anyone whose name is written in it.

• A group of friends start a band.

• A teenager discovers a magical sword.

• A detective solves crimes using a time machine.

How is Light Turner portrayed differently in the Netflix film compared to Light Yagami in the anime/manga?

• Light Turner is depicted as a genius with strategic brilliance.

• Light Turner is shown as a normal kid lacking the intelligence of Light Yagami.

• Light Turner is a Shinigami.

• Light Turner is a detective working with L.

What is a significant change in the portrayal of Light's intelligence in the Netflix film?

• Light is portrayed as less intelligent and more impulsive.

• Light is portrayed as a detective.

• Light is portrayed as a Shinigami.

• Light is portrayed as more intelligent than in the anime.

In the Netflix film, how are the rules of the Death Note treated differently compared to the anime/manga?

• The rules are strictly followed in both versions.

• The rules are more flexible and less strictly enforced in the film.

• The film introduces no new rules.

• The film does not feature a Death Note.

What new rule does the Netflix film introduce regarding the Death Note?

• The Death Note can only be used by Shinigami.

• The Death Note can bring people back to life.

• The Death Note can only be used at night.

• You can control someone without killing them if you destroy their page before they die.

What central theme is explored in the anime/manga but largely absent in the Netflix film?

• The theme of romance.

• The theme of time travel.

• The theme of justice and its complexities.

• The theme of friendship.

How does the anime/manga explore the theme of justice?

• By showing Light as a hero.

• By ignoring the concept of justice.

• By presenting conflicting ideas of justice between Light and L.

• By focusing on romantic relationships.

How does the Netflix film handle the moral conclusions of the story compared to the anime/manga?

• The film concludes with a musical number.

• The film leaves the ending open to interpretation.

• The film ends with Light becoming a hero.

• The film provides a clear moral conclusion.

What is a key difference in the ending of the Netflix film compared to the anime/manga?

• The film ends with a musical performance.

• The film ends with an unresolved cliffhanger.

• The film ends with Light's clear victory.

• The film ends with Light becoming a Shinigami.