: Some reviewers, such as those at THEM Anime Reviews , praise the artwork and background environments as "brilliant" while simultaneously criticizing the animation flow and the "creepy" nature of the relationship.
The biggest issue is the father-son dynamic . Even though Mirai is adopted and Shunsuke is his legal guardian, the power imbalance and the fact that Shunsuke raised Mirai from childhood make their romantic relationship highly problematic. The anime never addresses this ethically — it’s presented as pure romance. Papa to Kiss in the Dark 1 VOSTFR-
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The first episode also introduces secondary love interests, such as Kazuki and Takayuki, who represent "normal" adolescent attractions. Their presence serves to validate Mira’s desirability while simultaneously reinforcing his total devotion to Kyousuke. These characters act as mirrors; through them, the audience sees that while Mira could have a traditional life, he actively chooses the unconventional and "dark" path with his father. Visual and Tonal Style The anime never addresses this ethically — it’s