The appeal and reviews of "Ruriiro Princess": An anime experience not to be missed

"Ruriiro Princess" - The intersection of youth and dreams

Released as an OVA on March 21, 1992, Ruriiro Princess is based on the manga by Mito Orihara, and depicts the unique worldview and youthful lives of its characters. The work was published by Nippon Columbia and produced by Studio Pierrot. In just one episode and 30 minutes long, it depicts the intertwining of youthful brilliance and dreams.

story

The story of "Ruriiro Princess" is set in the high school attended by the main character, Obayashi Ruri. Ruri is a girl who pursues her dreams, but her dreams are shaken when she meets a mysterious man named Shin. Shin gives Ruri the "power to dream," which allows her to transcend the boundary between reality and dreams. However, this power can sometimes be dangerous, and Ruri finds herself torn between dreams and reality.

The story depicts the joys and sorrows of youth through Ruri's interactions with her friend Morisawa Toru and the delinquent girls. In particular, the relationship between Ruri and Toru is the central theme of the work, and their growth and change enriches the story. In addition, the fantastical elements brought about by Shin's presence give the whole work a mysterious atmosphere.

character

Ruri Obayashi (voiced by Mika Kanai)

The main character, Ruri, is an innocent girl who pursues her dreams. Her dreams are shaken by her encounter with Shin, and she gains the power to transcend the boundaries between reality and dreams. Ruri's growth and change are at the heart of the story, and her purity and strength support the work.

Toru Morisawa (voiced by Yasunori Matsumoto)

Ruri's friend, Tohru, is the one who supports her dreams. Tohru has special feelings for Ruri, and these feelings deepen as the story progresses. Tohru's growth and his relationship with Ruri are key elements of the story.

Shin (voiced by Kazuhiko Inoue)

Shin is a mysterious man who gives Ruri the "power to dream." His presence gives the whole work a fantastical atmosphere, shaking the boundary between Ruri's dreams and reality. Shin's true intentions and background become clear as the story progresses, but his mysterious presence enhances the work.

Delinquent girl (voiced by Mito Orihara)

The delinquent girl is the leader of a group of delinquents at Ruri's school. Her presence colors Ruri's youth and adds tension to the story. The delinquent girl's character is depicted in contrast to Ruri's growth.

Production Staff

Many talented staff members are involved in the production of "Lapis Lazuli Princess." The original story is by Mito Orihara, the director is Takeshi Mori, the production is by Studio Pierrot, the script is by Yuji Watanabe, and the character design and animation direction is by Tetsuto Saito. These staff members work together to create the world view and characters of the work.

In particular, Mito Orihara's original work is the foundation of the work, and its unique world view and character settings enhance the appeal of the OVA. Furthermore, Takeshi Mori's skill as a director skillfully depicts the progression of the story and the growth of the characters. Studio Pierrot's production skills support the visual aspects of the work, and character designer and animation director Tetsuto Saito brings out the charm of the characters to the fullest.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Ruriiro Princess" has been highly praised as a work that depicts the intersection of youth and dreams. In particular, Ruri's growth and change, her relationship with Tohru, and Shin's mysterious presence enhance the work's appeal. In addition, the density and depth of the story depicted in a short period of time leaves a strong impression on viewers.

The visual aspects of the work have also been highly praised, with Studio Pierrot's production skills and Tetsuto Saito's character designs enriching the work's worldview. In particular, the depiction of scenes that cross the boundary between dream and reality combines visual beauty with a fantastical atmosphere.

However, there are also opinions that the short length of just one episode does not bring out the full appeal of the work. It is believed that the appeal of the work could be further enhanced by depicting the development of the story and the growth of the characters in more depth.

Recommendations and related works

For those who enjoyed "Lapis Lazuli Princess," we recommend other works with similar themes of youth and dreams. In particular, the following works will resonate with fans of "Lapis Lazuli Princess."

"Your Name."

Makoto Shinkai's "Your Name" has been highly praised as a story that transcends the boundaries between dreams and reality. It depicts the protagonist's growth and change, and the intersection of dreams and reality, and is highly recommended for fans of "Lapis Lazuli Princess."

"Weathering with You"

"Weathering With You," also directed by Makoto Shinkai, is a work that deals with the themes of youth and dreams. The depiction of the protagonist's growth and change, and scenes that cross the boundary between dreams and reality, will resonate with fans of "Lapis Lazuli Princess."

"We still don't know the name of the flower we saw that day."

Also known as "Anohana," this work depicts the joys and sorrows of youth. The protagonists' growth and change, and the intersection of dreams and reality make this a highly recommended read for fans of "Ruriiro Princess."

Conclusion

"Lapis Lazuli Princess" has been highly praised as a work depicting the intersection of youth and dreams. In particular, Ruri's growth and change, her relationship with Tohru, and Shin's mysterious presence enhance the appeal of the work. In addition, Studio Pierrot's production skills and Saito Tetsuto's character design enrich the worldview of the work. Although some say that the short length of one episode does not bring out the full appeal of the work, I highly recommend it as a work with the theme of youth and dreams. For those who enjoyed "Lapis Lazuli Princess," I recommend "Your Name," "Weathering with You," and "Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day," which also have themes of youth and dreams. Through these works, you will be able to experience the intersection of the brilliance of youth and dreams even more deeply.