The appeal and reviews of "City Hunter: Bay City Wars": A perfect balance of action and humor

City Hunter: Bay City Wars - Movie Review and Details

Overview of the film

"City Hunter: Bay City Wars" is a theatrical animation film released on August 25, 1990. It is based on the popular manga "City Hunter" by Hojo Tsukasa, and was directed by Kodama Kenji. This film is one in the series depicting the exploits of Saeba Ryo and Makimura Kaori, and although it is only 45 minutes long, it has a dense story.

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Movie details

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

August 25, 1990 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Nippon Victor

■ Eirin Number

25611

■Frequencies

45 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Hojo Tsukasa

■ Director

Kenji Kodama

■Works

©Hojo Tsukasa/NSP, Yomiuri TV, Sunrise

Movie ratings and reviews

"City Hunter: Bay City Wars" is a work in the series where the action scenes are particularly noteworthy. Ryo Saeba's coolness and humor are perfectly blended, making it a work that fans cannot miss. In particular, the fight inside the hotel to thwart General Gilliam and Luna's plot is full of tension and thrills, and has the power to draw viewers in. Ryo's "bulge" jokes are also still alive and well, and the entertainment value that is characteristic of City Hunter, which never forgets to make you laugh, shines through.

Director Kodama Kenji has faithfully retained the atmosphere of the original work while adding dynamic direction that is unique to film. Character design by Kamimura Sachiko has faithfully recreated the characters from the original work while adding movements that are unique to animation, providing even more appealing visuals. Music by Yano Tatsumi also plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of each scene.

Character Introduction

Ryo Saeba : The main character, a professional sweeper. While he is cool and handsome, he also has a "bulging" side that makes him a sucker for women. He has very high combat abilities and has the courage and wisdom to face any challenge.

Makimura Kaori : Ryo's partner, in charge of information gathering and support. Her quick thinking and initiative are important factors in supporting Ryo's success.

Umibozu : Ryo's rival and also a professional sweeper. In contrast to Ryo, he is a large and powerful character, but he also has a kind heart.

Saeko Nogami : A detective who solves cases in cooperation with Ryo and Umibozu. Her sense of justice and drive play an important role in driving the story forward.

General Gilliam : A general of the Costello Republic, he is a villain who tries to use Luna to destroy America. He is a ruthless and calculating character.

Luna : Gilliam's daughter, a girl with genius hacking skills. Although she is caught up in her father's conspiracies, she changes after meeting Ryo and Umibozu.

Recommended points

"City Hunter: Bay City Wars" is recommended not only for fans of the series, but also for those who like action anime and suspense. It is a must-see for those who like Ryo's cool and humorous character. Also, since the story unfolds in a short time, even those who don't have much time can enjoy it.

Furthermore, this film is closely related to the other works in the series, making it an important part of enjoying the entire series. By watching it together with the TV anime and other films, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of City Hunter.

Related works

[TVA] 87.04.06-88.03.28 City Hunter (51 episodes) : This TV anime is the origin of the series, and is full of episodes depicting the exploits of Ryo and Kaori. It faithfully reproduces the atmosphere of the original work, making it a must-see for fans.

[MVA] 89.06.17 City Hunter: Magnum of Love and Destiny : This work delves deeply into the relationship between Ryo and Kaori, and contains one of the most moving episodes in the series. You can enjoy not only the action but also the human drama.

[MVA] 90.08.25 City Hunter: Million Dollar Conspiracy : This is a story in which Ryo and Kaori face off against a large-scale conspiracy, and it is one of the most thrilling in the series. The quality of the action scenes is also high, making this a worthwhile work.

summary

"City Hunter: Bay City Wars" is a work that condenses the charm of the series, and you can enjoy Ryo's coolness and humor, as well as tense action scenes. It is recommended not only for fans of the series, but also for those who like action anime and suspense. Be sure to watch it together with other related works and enjoy the world of City Hunter.