What happens when two boys from an underground village claw their way toward the surface… and end up igniting a rebellion that shakes the entire universe? Gurren Lagann is a bombastic, emotional, wildly ambitious mecha adventure that starts small and explodes into a story about bravery, brotherhood, grief, growth, and the human spirit’s impossible potential.

With iconic characters, breathtaking animation, and a narrative that keeps escalating until it breaks the laws of physics, this series remains one of anime’s most inspiring and impactful journeys.

This episode sees Brendan White joined by Joely Mac from Dialogue Options in the Riverside Studio to share their thoughts on Hiroyuki Imaishi and Gainax's 2007 mecha fantasy smash, Gurren Lagann.

At Sakura Society, we’re here to help you decide if this legendary, heart-pounding odyssey deserves a spot on your watchlist — and your motivational playlist.

As a friendly FYI, this episode will be a full deep dive on episode one, titled "Bust Through the Heavens with Your Drill!", so be ready for spoilers.

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