Yoshimitsu Tomita

Yoshimitsu Tomita’s work? Oh, man—if you’ve ever been sucked into the world of anime movies, you’ve probably seen his touch, whether you realized it or not. He’s popped up in some straight-up iconic stuff. Take “Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo” from 2012. That film’s basically a fever dream wrapped in existential dread and giant robot battles. It drops you headfirst into a world that’s shattered—literally, Tokyo-3’s a mess, reality’s bending, and Shinji’s just about lost the plot. Tomita’s influence is all over the chaos, from the haunting visuals to the moments where you’re just left staring, thinking, “What the hell did I just watch?” But he doesn’t stop there. “Mardock Scramble: The Second Combustion” (also 2012) is another wild ride. It’s cyberpunk, but not in the neon-cliché kind of way. Instead, it’s gritty, messed-up, and the main character, Rune Balot, is basically fighting her way through trauma, technology, and some seriously twisted villains. Tomita’s work here makes the whole thing feel raw and immediate, like you’re trapped in that city with her, dodging bullets and bad memories. And then, “Hunter x Hunter: The Last Mission” (2013). This one’s packed with fan service—old grudges, epic battles, Gon and Killua doing their thing. The movie dives into the darker side of the Hunter Association, peeling back layers you didn’t even know were there. Tomita’s style brings an edge to the fight scenes, making you feel every hit. Honestly, if you’re into anime movies that don’t pull their punches, Tomita’s filmography is where it’s at.