Gorillaman: What's the appeal of its unique characters and story?

Gorillaman - The appeal of the OVA and its background

The OVA "Gorillaman", released on June 25, 1992, is based on the manga of the same name by Harold Sakuishi. This OVA was released by Nihon Eiga Agency and produced by JCSTAFF. It is short, with only one episode and 50 minutes, but is packed with content and is loved by many fans.

Relationship between the original work and the OVA

Harold Sakuishi's "Gorillaman" is a popular manga that was serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump" from 1988 to 1993. The original story is a comedy-style story in which the main character, Ikedo, solves various cases while wearing a gorilla mask, and the OVA retains the essence of the story. The humor and action that are the charms of the original work can be fully enjoyed in the OVA.

story

The story of the OVA "Gorillaman" is based on an episode from the original manga, and depicts Ikedo fighting evil wearing a gorilla mask. Ikedo and his friends get into all sorts of trouble, but they continue to play an active role as Gorillaman. In particular, the OVA focuses on the early episodes of the original manga, emphasizing Ikedo's growth and the depth of his friendship.

character

The main character, Ikedo, is voiced by Daisuke Gori. Ikedo is an ordinary high school student, but when he puts on a gorilla mask, he becomes a hero of justice called "Gorillaman." His friends Fujimoto is voiced by Kazuhiro Nakata, Nakajima by Keiji Fujiwara, Nimura by Toshiyuki Morikawa, and Sesuke by Masahiro Anzai. These characters add excitement to the story of the OVA.

Production Staff

Many talented staff members were involved in the production of the OVA "Gorillaman." The director was Yoshinori Nakamura, the scriptwriter was Yuzuru Hirose, the character designer was Mitsuharu Kajitani, and the animation director was Eiichi Endo. These staff members worked together to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

Animation Features

The animation of the OVA "Gorillaman" is a work that shows off the high technical skills of JCSTAFF. In particular, Gorillaman's action scenes are very dynamic and make a visual impact. In addition, the character design also faithfully reproduces the atmosphere of the original work, which is a point that fans cannot miss.

Music and Sound

The music in the OVA "Gorillaman" is also an important element that enhances the appeal of the work. The BGM changes tempo well with the development of the story, evoking the emotions of the viewer. The voice actors' performances are also very natural, and they express the personalities of the characters well.

Evaluation and acceptance

The OVA "Gorillaman" has been highly praised by fans of the original work. It has been especially praised for faithfully retaining the essence of the original work while adding its own unique OVA appeal. In addition, the short but dense story development and the depiction of the characters' growth have also been well received by many viewers.

Recommendations and related works

If you enjoyed the OVA "Gorillaman," I recommend you read the original "Gorillaman." The original contains detailed episodes and character backgrounds that are not shown in the OVA, allowing you to enjoy the work even more deeply. I also recommend "Crows" and "WORST," which are also by Harold Sakuishi. These works also have appealing stories about youth and friendship.

summary

The OVA "Gorillaman" has firmly inherited the charm of the original work, while adding its own unique charm. It has been praised for its short but dense story development and for depicting the growth of the characters. This work is recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who like action and comedy. Please watch the OVA "Gorillaman" and experience its charm.