Episode 7 – The Detective Is Already Dead

It’s kind of remarkable how much more entertaining Alicia becomes compared to the previous episode once she shifts into taking up the ‘Detective’ mantle. Her out-and-about rapport with Kimihiko is suddenly as enjoyable as Kimihiko’s chemistry with Siesta, simply by virtue of filling the role as an assistant. Alicia’s got an adorable little Milky Holmes outfit on, and Kimihiko happily comments on how quickly and comfortably she’s slipped into the role of a ‘legendary detective’. It’s when the characters are performing these roles, even as they aren’t really ‘solving’ any real ‘mysteries’ that The Detective Is Already Dead finds its footing for solid entertainment value, and it brings me round to the possibility that such a setup may be the intended thematic appeal of the show. I clocked all the way back in the first episode that the concentrated characterization of these people…