Gege Akutami has intricately woven his favorite pop culture moments into the fabric of Jujutsu Kaisen, paying homage to anime, manga, comic books, and Hollywood movies.
These references not only showcase Akutami’s interests but also honor the inspirations behind the impactful series. As the first and second seasons of Jujutsu Kaisen captivated audiences worldwide, anticipation mounts for the announcement of the third season, which has the potential to make a similar splash.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Set to Showcase MAPPA’s Spin on a Classic Tarantino Scene
While MAPPA is currently occupied, fans eagerly await the next installment, knowing that the events are set in stone, albeit lacking the presence of Gojo Satoru. One aspect to look forward to is the transformation of Maki Zenin, who has been absent since the Shibuya Incident due to severe burns and scars sustained in her battle with Jogo.
In the upcoming Perfect Preparation arc, Maki faces profound challenges as she confronts her family’s rejection and her own lack of cursed energy. In a compelling turn of events, Maki becomes the next Toji Fushiguro and is tasked with confronting her deepest fears and adversaries within the Zenin clan. ‘
As she faces off against her family alone, reminiscent of Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill, the scene is fraught with bloodshed and revenge. The parallels between Maki’s struggle and The Bride’s showdown with the Yakuza in Kill Bill: Volume 1 are unmistakable.
As Maki battles against the Zenin clan, each swing of her sword mirrors The Bride’s ferocity, emphasizing Akutami’s homage to Tarantino’s masterpiece. The third season has the opportunity to recreate this iconic sequence through Maki’s perspective, showcasing MAPPA’s skill in depicting visceral and intense action.
