The appeal and evaluation of Idol Defense Force Hummingbird: Episode 1 review

Idol Defense Force Hummingbird - The dream of idols and fighter planes depicted in the 90s OVA

"Idol Defense Force Hummingbird", released as an OVA in 1993, is one of the unforgettable works for anime fans of the 90s. This work captivated viewers with its unique setting of beautiful idols piloting fighter planes and flying through the sky. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as related works.

Overview

"Idol Defense Force Hummingbird" is an OVA based on Yoshioka Taira's light novel, released by Toho Video in September 1993. It was directed by Murayama Yasushi, produced by Ashi Productions, and produced by Toho. It is a short work with only one episode, but its content is dense and left a strong impression on viewers.

story

The protagonists of the story are the five sisters of the Toriishi family. They are top-notch in looks and piloting skills, but without any backing, they have not yet had a chance to debut as idols. However, while working as aerial combat partners for the popular idol group "SNAP Squad," they meet Kudo, a video producer. Kudo recognizes their talent and decides to have them debut as "Hummingbird." However, the major Yajima Office launches an act of sabotage. The sisters overcome this crisis on their own and finally hold their first concert.

cast

The main cast includes voice actors familiar to anime fans of the time, such as Mitsuishi Kotono (Toriishi Satsuki), Tamagawa Sakiko (Toriishi Kanna), Amano Yuri (Toriishi Yayoi), Kusachi Akie (Toriishi Uzuki), and Shiina Hekiru (Toriishi Mina), as well as veteran voice actors such as Matsumoto Yasunori (Producer Kudo) and Toyama Kei (President Yajima).

Main Staff

The film was directed, scripted and storyboarded by Yasushi Murayama, with character design by Masahi Yanagisawa and animation director Kenichiro Katsura. Art direction was by Torao Arai, music by Takeo Mirazu, music producer Junji Fujita and music director Arata Shibata were also involved. Producers were Machiu Hattori and Shimoji Shionao, production was by Tatsuo Ohba and Hiroshi Kato, and planning was by Masamichi Fujiwara.

Main Characters

The five sisters of the Toriishi family each have their own unique character. The eldest, Kanna, calmly takes command as the team leader, while the second, Yayoi, is a sportswoman. The third, Satsuki, is an ace pilot and the main character, the fourth, Uzuki, is absent-minded but glamorous, and the fifth, Mina, is the lively and innocent youngest child. Their mother, Hazuki, supports the sisters as the base commander. Other memorable characters include Hosokawa Reiko and Nakajo Hitomi, members of the rival Fever Girls.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Idol Defense Force Hummingbird" is a special work for anime fans of the 90s. The combination of idols and fighter planes was novel at the time and drew viewers. In particular, the intensity of the battle scenes and the attractive character settings of the idols have created many fans. The story also unfolds quickly, and the drama is well-drawn in a short time.

However, some viewers may have felt that the shortness of just one episode was not enough. Many people wanted a sequel, which led to the production of related works, which will be described later. Nevertheless, the unique charm of this work is still loved by many fans today.

Related Titles

"Idol Defense Force Hummingbird" has the following related works:

• OVA "Idol Defense Force Hummingbird '94 Summer"
• OVA "Idol Defense Force Hummingbird '95 Wind Song"
• OVA "Idol Defense Force Hummingbird '95 To the Place of Dreams"

These works continued the original storyline while adding new developments and characters to entertain fans. In particular, "'94 Summer," an episode set on a summer beach, was popular among viewers. In addition, "'95 Wind Song" and "'95 Dream Place" depicted the sisters' growth and new challenges, and were highly praised as the final episodes of the series.

Recommended points

The reasons why we recommend "Idol Defense Force Hummingbird" are as follows:

• Unique setting : The combination of idols and fighters has a charm that other works don't have. It has the power to draw in viewers.
• Character appeal : Each of the five Toriishi sisters has their own unique personality and is a character that viewers love. Satsuki's passion and Kanna's leadership are particularly memorable.
• Powerful battle scenes : The fighter jet battle scenes are realistic and powerful, making them enjoyable even for those who aren't anime fans.
• 90s Nostalgia : For fans of 90s anime, this is a work that will bring back memories, and the OVA format also recreates the atmosphere of the time.

summary

"Idol Defense Force Hummingbird" is a special work for fans of 90s anime. It has many charms, such as the novel setting of idols and fighter planes, the attractive characters, and the powerful battle scenes. The short one episode may feel a little unsatisfying, but you can immerse yourself more deeply in this world by enjoying the related works as well. This is a work that I would definitely recommend to those who want to feel nostalgic for the 90s or are interested in the combination of idols and fighter planes.