moldwarrior
Rarely do I stray from my boyish mentality (explosions, boobs and action) and stop to smell the roses. I saw this box and thought "great it's pink." But I thought too soon. Soo I was gripped to the undeniable story and characters in this anime. Tohru a girl who just wants to make everyone happy decides to live with a house full of men who look at her as their friend and house keeper. Soon they see her as glue holding the family together in a way that most sane people would run in fear. She sees' the dark secrets and family nut job but still wants to help. This ins't a girl it's a saint.In my opinion if your a guy try to see it. If you don't then just stay bitter.
damnsheplushxo7
I vote it 10 out of 10 because of my connection to it and my emotions towards it. but if you go on Wikipedia.com, and read about what happens in the mangas, or if you read the mangas, it is way better. especially because of all the love that goes on, and how Tohru gets with Kyo and Yuki gets with some other girl. that upsets me that they didn't mention any of that, they could have a made a whole other season for it. how come the best animes aren't continued?! =[ i still love fruits basket though and i find myself to be super similar to Tohru. I would have loved the idea of Kyo and Tohru being together. And i would have liked it better if Akito wasn't such a miserable jerk face.
emasterslake
I didn't know much about this series till 2006. And I recently finished seeing all 26 episodes that were made.Fruits Basket revolves on a high school girl name Tohru Honda, a sweet kind orphan who lost her own mother in a car accident. After loosing her, she managed to live through it and remained cheerful and optimistic like she normally is. Tohru was offered to stay with her grandfather, but didn't wanted to be a burden for him while his place was being remodeled. So Tohru lives in a tent with her clothes, belongings, and a photo of her mom. The photo makes her feel less lonely as if she was still with her mother. So despite the hardships she's going through, Tohru continues to go to high school, like her mother wanted her to, and support herself at a maid's job at an office building.One day she comes across a house which is the home of Yuki Sohma, who is the most popular guy at Tohru's school. She finds him to be very handsome, yet very mysterious. Yuki lives with his cousin Shigure Sohma(a novelist who likes women) and after earning that Tohru lives by herself in a tent they decide to offer her to live in their home, as their maid for cooking and cleaning(which neither of them are good at). Tohru is overwhelm to be living in a place to call home, but pretty soon she finds out that the Sohma family has a Zodiac curse that's been a secret not to tell to the public.I really enjoy this Anime title, it was funny, well animated, and dramatic in some episodes(especially the final 2 episodes). Throughout the series, you'll learn a little more about the Sohma family's curse of the Zodiac. As well as Tohru who witnesses the sad tales of Yuki, Kyo, and their other relatives and friends. A lot of it is basically every day problems and things we face every day of our lives. Even though the story is fictional, with some Japanese slapstick mix to it. The characters and environments are believable and full of life.I kept hoping the ending wouldn't end tragically. And without any spoilers, it does have a satisfying end to it. I haven't read the Manga it's based off of yet. Which is spin off of the first 8 volumes. But I'm hoping to pretty soon, because the original Manga, from what I've heard is longer and more back stories that were left out in the anime, including more about the mysterious head of the Sohma family Akito.It may of lasted for only 26 episodes. But I guarantee that it's an Anime to cherish for generations. Highly recommended to those who like "slice of life"/"high school" related Animes. And a perfect choice to show to someone's girlfriend.
WickedZoot
The story is amazing, the comedy, the drama... There's a lot that I call "Cheap Anime", and Fruit's Basket IS THE BEST ART I HAVE EVER SEEN. The absolute most AMAZING anime ever made. Don't take offense, but when I watched Inuyasha, I was disgusted. (I mention that only because I know of the huge wave of Inuyasha fans) I am actually a pretty harsh person. Before this movie, I hated anime. Nothing made me laugh, nothing AT ALL made me cry, I was never amused, and I was always bored. But then this film came out. I laughed. I ACTUALLY LAUGHED. And I cried as well. I didn't even cry when my puppy was run over, but I cried at this.You loose yourself in this story. You feel for the characters, and your heart aches when they ache.I watched the full 1-26 only once, and now I'm hitting the shops looking for anything with a Fruits Basket label on it. And I want Kyo stuff. Lots and lots of it. *squeezes squeaky Kyo doll*If you don't watch these movies, you will never experience the most amazing anime show yet. You will be laughed at. I promise you. I'm laughing at you right now. Because.. You suck.So do this bitter stranger a favor. Watch them. Now.