The appeal and evaluation of the Kinnikuman series: Powerful story and character depth

Kinnikuman - Great Space Superhuman Battle!

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

July 14, 1984 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

NTV

■ Eirin Number

24854

■Frequencies

48 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Boiled eggs

■ Director

・Direction: Takeshi Shirato

■ Production

・Production: Toei (animation)

■ Story

Kinnikuman's Madonna Mari and the championship belt were stolen by wrestlers from the Space Underground Pro Wrestling Federation. Kinnikuman, burning with rage, set off for the Metro Planet at the edge of the universe with six idol supermen, including Terryman, who had rushed over to help them. On the Metro Planet, the boss Octobass Dragon and his evil supermen were waiting for them. The first battle was between Rikishiman and Harigoras. After a fierce battle, Rikishiman, who had defeated Harigoras, fell to the bottom of the valley. The attacks by the evil supermen continued, and while Ramenman, Brocken Jr. and others were taking on battle after battle, Kinnikuman and Terryman teamed up to fight Octobass Dragon and the Moko Alien. The battle of the century, which attracted the attention of the entire universe, was won by the idol supermen thanks to Kinnikuman's "shitty strength in an emergency," and they got Mari and the belt back.

■Explanation

The movie version of the TV anime about Kinnikuman, the prince of Planet Kinnikuman, who aims to become the best martial artist in the universe. The original is the manga of the same name serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump by Yudetamago, the screenplay was written by Haruya Yamazaki, and the director was Takeshi Shirato.

■Cast

Akira KamiyaMinori MatsushimaHideyuki TanakaDaisuke GoriEiji KanieChisato NakajimaKazuhiko KishinoNana YamaguchiTetsuo MizushimaKoji ToyaKazunari Futamata

■ Main staff

Producer: Tomonori Imada Producer: Takeshi Tamiya Original story: Yudetamago Screenplay: Haruya Yamazaki Director: Takeshi Shirato Animation Director: Toshio Mori Music: Shinsuke Kazeto Art: Tomoko Eritate

Detailed review and recommendation of Kinnikuman - The Great Space Battle of Superhumans!

■ Background and history of the work

Kinnikuman is a manga series that began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in 1979 by Yudetamago, and was later adapted into a TV anime and a movie, garnering many fans. In particular, Kinnikuman: Great Space Battle of the Supermen, released in 1984, was the work that further increased Kinnikuman's popularity. The movie depicts the story of Kinnikuman's battle against the evil supermen of the Space Underground Pro Wrestling Federation, and brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

■ The appeal of the story

The story of "Kinnikuman: Great Space Chojin Showdown!" is about Kinnikuman and his friends heading to Planet Metro to reclaim Mari and the championship belt. The story depicts friendship, hard work, and a strong will to win, and leaves a strong impression on the audience. In particular, the fight between Rikishiman and Harigoras and the tag match between Kinnikuman and Terryman are memorable scenes that are well worth watching. Kinnikuman's "shitty strength in an emergency" gag element also adds humor to the work.

■Charm of the characters

Kinnikuman and the other characters are all unique and charming. Kinnikuman may look comical, but it is moving to see him do everything he can to protect his friends. His friends, including Terryman, Rikishiman and Ramenman, also captivate the audience with their individual personalities and fighting styles. Kinnikuman's friendship with Terryman in particular is one of the important themes of the series and is loved by many fans.

■ Evaluation of video and music

The visuals of this movie were produced using the animation techniques of the 1980s, and made a strong impact on the audiences at the time. In particular, the battle scenes between the superhumans are dynamic and powerful. The music by Kazato Shinsuke is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the film. In particular, Kinnikuman's theme song is loved by many fans and is still familiar to this day.

■ Evaluation of the director and staff

Director Takeshi Shirato has paid particular attention to detail in his direction in order to bring out the best in the original work. In addition, the character designs by animation director Toshio Mori and art by Tomoko Eritate are also important elements in raising the quality of the film. This film, produced by the entire staff as one, can be said to perfectly recreate the world of Kinnikuman.

■ Cast Evaluation

The cast, including Kamiya Akira, livens up the show with their performances that make the most of the individuality of their characters. Kamiya Akira's performance as Kinnikuman in particular has been praised for his performance that combines humor and passion while keeping the image of the original character intact. Matsushima Minori's performance as Mari and Tanaka Hideyuki's performance as Terryman also play important roles in bringing out the charm of their characters.

■Influence and evaluation of the work

"Kinnikuman: Great Space Battle of the Supermen!" was the work that further increased the popularity of Kinnikuman, and had a major impact on the development of the series that followed. The movie also touched many fans with its story of friendship, hard work, and a strong will to win. In particular, the friendship between Kinnikuman and Terryman resonated with many viewers and is still talked about today.

■ Recommendation points

"Kinnikuman: Great Space Battle of the Supermen!" is recommended not only for Kinnikuman fans, but also for those who want to enjoy a story about friendship, hard work, and a strong will to win. It is also recommended for those who enjoy the animation techniques of the 1980s and the music of Kazato Shinsuke. In addition, the performances of the cast, including Kamiya Akira, are also not to be missed.

■ Related works and series

There are many other works in the Kinnikuman series. The TV anime version of "Kinnikuman" and its sequel "Kinnikuman II" are particularly popular. Also, by collecting all the volumes of the original manga, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of Kinnikuman. In addition, there are many Kinnikuman-themed goods and events, making it content that fans cannot miss.

■ How to watch and obtain

"Kinnikuman: Great Space Battle of the Supermen!" can be purchased on DVD and Blu-ray. It can also be viewed on video streaming services. In particular, many works in the Kinnikuman series can be viewed on services such as Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. Furthermore, information about the works and fan art are shared on Kinnikuman fan sites and communities, allowing fans to enjoy interacting with each other.

■ Summary

"Kinnikuman: Great Space Chojin Decisive Battle!" is a work that brings out the best in Kinnikuman, and has touched many fans with its story of friendship, hard work, and a strong will to win. Other points not to be missed are the 1980s animation technology, Kazato Shinsuke's music, and the acting of the cast including Kamiya Akira. This work is recommended not only for Kinnikuman fans, but also for those who want to enjoy a story of friendship, hard work, and a strong will to win. Please watch it and experience its charm for yourself.