Death Note: The Musical review – a high-shine, high school take on the trolley problem
Adapted from a much-loved Manga series, Death Note the Musical is an impressive, high-shine production, with rudimentary philosophy.
Death Note: The Musical, a pop-rock musical adaptation of the manga series, premiered in London at the Barbican Theatre. Based on a Japanese high school student's ability to kill anyone by writing their name in a notebook, the show explores moral dilemmas akin to the trolley problem. Though it received a modest ★★★☆☆ rating, its production value is commendable, with set design, lighting, and neon bathing creating a stark and sharp atmosphere.
However, the philosophical depth is lacking, as Light's absolutist approach to justice and his lack of remorse make him appear more like a pantomime villain.
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