The appeal and evaluation of "Call of the Wilderness: Howl Buck""Call of the Wilderness: Howl Buck" is a TV anime series based on J. London's masterpiece novel. It began broadcasting on January 3, 1981, and was delivered to viewers on CX (now Fuji TV). This anime condenses the essence of the original work into a short 73-minute episode. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and evaluation of this work, as well as the recommended points. Relationship between the original work and the animeThe original work is "The Call of the Wild" by J. London. This novel was published in 1903 and is known as the story of Buck, a dog who travels from civilized society to the wilderness. The theme of the original work is the contrast between nature and civilization, and the conflict between instinct and reason as a living being. The animated version of "The Call of the Wild: Howl Buck" faithfully reproduces the theme of the original work while drawing out new appeal through visual expression. The director and producer was Kozo Morishita, and the film was co-produced by Toei (animation company) and CX. Kozo Morishita is an experienced director who has worked on many classic anime, and his skills are fully displayed in this film. Story and CharactersThe story depicts the adventures of a dog named Buck who travels from civilization to the wilderness of Alaska. Buck is initially kept as a family dog, but one day he is suddenly kidnapped and forced to work as a member of a dogsled team. There, he faces his own instincts and grows through competition and cooperation with other dogs, and through relationships with humans. The character of Buck is very attractive, just like in the original. His growth and change deeply moves the audience. The other dogs and humans who travel with Buck are also portrayed with individuality, adding depth to the story. In particular, the bond between Buck and his first owner, John Thornton, captured the hearts of many viewers as a touching scene. Animation and MusicThe animation was produced using Toei's technical capabilities, and is of extremely high quality, even considering the technical standards of the time. In particular, the wilderness landscapes and dog sledding scenes are depicted realistically and beautifully, making them visually appealing. Buck's facial expressions and movements are also drawn in detail, allowing you to visually understand his emotions and actions. Music is also an important element that enhances the appeal of this film. The background music effectively expresses the harshness of the wilderness and Buck's feelings, evoking emotions in the viewer. In particular, the music in the scene where Buck feels free in the wilderness has the power to move the viewer's heart. Evaluation and recommendation points"Call of the Wilderness: Howl Buck" faithfully reproduces the theme of the original work while also possessing the visual appeal that only animation can offer. In the short time of just one episode, it succeeds in depicting Buck's growth and change, deeply moving viewers. In addition, the animation and music are of high quality, making it full of visual and auditory appeal. The recommended points are as follows:
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summary"Buck: The Call of the Wild" is a TV anime series based on J. London's classic novel. In just one short episode, it depicts Buck's growth and change, deeply moving viewers. The animation and music are of high quality, and the series is full of visual and auditory appeal. This is a must-see for fans of the original work and anime, so be sure to give it a watch. Also, check out the related information and recommended works to enjoy this work even more deeply. |
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