The Otome Romance Genre, Diabolik Lovers and The Idea of “Happiness”

if you’re seeing this, comment “absolute CINEMA” sources used in video: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f... in this video essay, i yap about how the enticing otome genre that women and girls enjoy can be an effective way to escape reality's pressures, but can also remind us of societal expectations even more as well. yet another video essay for school :) this was super fun and interesting to look into? this is a genre i've been immersed in for a while, especially one that I never looked at academically or criticaly. enjoy !!!! VIDEO CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 03:05 Otome as Diabolik(al) 09:20 Performing in Romance 11:40 Choice as Empowerment or Illusion? 17:38 A Result of "Happiness" join da discord!   / discord   MY INFO: TikTok: labyvy patreon:   / laby   instagram: laby_y_y https://labyyy.carrd.co/ pinterest: @LABYVY Editing Apps/Softwares: Adobe After Effects CC 2024, Wondershare Filmora 14 !i don't own any of the extra footage used! Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use Thanks for Watching!! laby :] #otome #otomegame #diaboliklovers #loveanddeepspace #lads