The appeal and evaluation of Hajime Ningen Gyatoruzu: A unique world view and a deep look into the characters

The First Humans, Gyatoruzu - Primitive survival and family ties

■Overview of the work

"Hajime Ningen Gyatoruzu" is a TV anime series that aired on Asahi Broadcasting Corporation from October 5, 1974 to March 27, 1975. The 77-episode series was based on a manga by Shunji Sonoyama and animated by Tokyo Movie. Copyright belongs to Sonoyama Kikaku and TMS.

■ Story

The horizon continues in the Gyatoruzu Plain. Gon, who aims to become a great hunter, runs around the plains with his father, the breadwinner, and his beautiful mother. A decisive battle with a mammoth where both sides risk their lives, a battle with the Grim Reaper, a sudden gold rush... A primitive survival adventure has begun.

■Cast

Gon: Yuko Maruyama Father: Kenta Kimotsuki Mother: Keiko Hanagata Dotechin: Kazuya Tatebe Piko-chan: Rihoko Yoshida and others

■ Main staff

Director: Shigetoshi Yoshida, Eiji Okabe, Kyosuke Mikuriya, Sakimakura, and others Screenwriters: Yutaka Kaneko, Haruya Yamazaki, Noboru Shiroyama, Tsunehisa Ito, and others Animation Director: Takao Kosai Art Director: Shichiro Kobayashi Director of Photography: Katsuji Misawa Sound Director: Koichi Chiba Music: Hiroshi Kamayatsu, Mamoru Fujisawa Art Settings: Kazuo Oga, Toshiharu Mizutani, Noboru Tatsuchi, and others Sound Effects: Yozo Kataoka Sound Engineer: Toshiaki Hoshino Editing: Toho Productions Production Cooperation: A Production, Tokyo Animation Film, E-On, Tokyo Development Laboratory

■ Theme songs and music

[OP] Song: Hajime Ningen Gyatoruzu / Singer: The Gyatoruzu / Lyrics: Shunji Sonoyama / Composition: Hiroshi Kamayatsu / Arrangement: Tachio Akano [ED] Song: Yatsura no Ashioto no Ballad / Singer: Hajime Chino / Lyrics: Shunji Sonoyama / Composition: Hiroshi Kamayatsu / Arrangement: Tachio Akano

■ Appeal and evaluation of the work

"The First Humans, Gyatoruzu" was loved by many viewers as a comedy anime set in the primitive age. In particular, the story that depicted family ties and survival in a primitive life was accepted by a wide range of people from children to adults.

The main character, Gon, is a boy who aims to become a great hunter, and his story of growing up is inspiring to viewers. The characters of Gon's family, his father and mother, are also charming, and there are many scenes that show the family's love. In particular, the reliable and beautiful character of his mother captured the hearts of viewers.

Another appeal of this work is its realistic portrayal of life in the prehistoric era. Episodes depicting survival in the prehistoric era, such as the battle with the mammoths and the gold rush, gave viewers a fresh surprise. There were also many tense scenes, such as the battle with the Grim Reaper, which had the power to draw viewers in.

Music-wise, "Hajime Ningen Gyatoruzu" was also highly praised. The opening theme, "Hajime Ningen Gyatoruzu," was sung by The Gyatoruzu and became a memorable song for viewers. The ending theme, "Yatsura no Ashioto no Ballad," was sung by Chino Hajime and enhanced the atmosphere of the work. Hiroshi Kamayatsu's composition was also an important element in enhancing the worldview of the work.

■ Background and influences

"First Humans: Gyatoruzu" is based on a manga by Shunji Sonoyama, and Tokyo Movie was in charge of animation production. Shunji Sonoyama has gained many readers by depicting life in the prehistoric era in a humorous way. Many staff members cooperated in the animation to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

The directors, Shigetsugu Yoshida, Eiji Okabe, Kyosuke Mikuriya, and Sakimakura, worked hard to recreate the world of the original work in the anime. The screenwriters, Yutaka Kaneko, Haruya Yamazaki, Noboru Shiroyama, and Tsunehisa Ito, conducted extensive research to portray life in the prehistoric era realistically. The animation director, Takao Kozai, meticulously depicted the movements and expressions of the characters, giving the viewer a sense of real life in the prehistoric era.

"The First Humans, Gyatoruzu" has been loved by many viewers since it was first broadcast, and it still has many fans today. The humorous portrayal of life in the prehistoric era offered viewers a new perspective. The themes of family ties and survival have also touched viewers' hearts and influenced many people.

■ Recommendation points

"First Humans Gyatoruzu" was loved by many viewers as a comedy anime that comically depicts life in the primitive age. In particular, the story that depicts family ties and survival in a primitive life was accepted by a wide range of people from children to adults. The story of the protagonist Gon's growth and the scenes that show family love move viewers. In addition, there are many episodes that realistically depict life in the primitive age and many tense scenes that have the power to draw viewers in. In terms of music, the opening theme "First Humans Gyatoruzu" and the ending theme "The Ballad of Their Footsteps" are important elements that enhance the worldview of the work. If you want to enjoy a comedy anime that comically depicts life in the primitive age, we highly recommend "First Humans Gyatoruzu".