Author's Summary
The Duffer Brothers drew inspiration for Stranger Things' Eleven from Elfen Lied, an anime they describe as an 'ultraviolent ET,' highlighting parallels in a powerful protagonist facing rejection and wielding telekinetic abilities amid themes of alienation and revenge. (168 characters)
Core Inspiration
An unexpected anime shaped the powerful protagonist Eleven in Stranger Things. The Duffer Brothers label it an "ultraviolent ET," distinct from Akira. Its narrative echoes the Netflix series through a central character's struggles.
Key Parallels
Elfen Lied centers on Lucy, a Diclonius girl with telekinetic "vectors" who seeks revenge after human rejection. Themes include discrimination, social alienation, prejudice, abuse, and humanity's value. Graphic violence and emotional depth mirror Eleven's arc.
Discover the unexpected anime that inspired Stranger Things' powerful protagonist, Eleven, and how Elfen Lied's story mirrors the hit Netflix series.
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