The Kindaichi Case Files 2: Deep Blue Massacre - A new challenge to the depths of reasoning

"The Kindaichi Case Files 2: Deep Blue Massacre" - A new challenge for the great detective

Released on August 21, 1999, Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo 2: Satsuriku no Deep Blue is an animated feature film based on the popular mystery manga Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo, written by Amagi Seimaru and illustrated by Sato Fumiya. Distributed by Toei, the 90-minute long film sees Kindaichi Hajime taking on a new, challenging case.

story

The story begins at a resort where Kindaichi Hajime and Nanase Miyuki are visiting during their summer vacation. There, they board the luxury cruise ship "Deep Blue". However, a series of murders occur on board, and Kindaichi Hajime's skills as a great detective are once again put to the test. Behind the incident, the shadow of a case once solved by Kindaichi Hajime's grandfather, Kindaichi Kosuke, can be seen, and the mystery only deepens.

character

The main character, Kindaichi Hajime, is voiced by Matsuno Taiki. His partner Nanase Miyuki is played by Nakagawa Akiko, and Kindaichi Hajime's cousin Kindaichi Fumiya is played by Ikezawa Haruna. Morikawa Toshiyuki is also cast as Inspector Akechi, and their acting adds excitement to the story.

staff

The director is Daisuke Nishio, the script is by Mitsuru Shimada, the character design is by Hidemi Kubo, and the art is by Keito Watanabe and Seiki Tamura. These staff members have worked together to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

Evaluation and Impressions

"The Kindaichi Case Files 2: Deep Blue Slaughter" is a long-awaited movie version for fans of the original work, and it is a work that allows you to enjoy Kindaichi Hajime's exploits on the big screen. The story firmly inherits the atmosphere of the original work while adding new charm. In particular, the setting of a luxury cruise ship effectively uses elements of locked room tricks and suspense, making it a visually enjoyable content.

The character portrayal is also superb, with Kindaichi Hajime's detective scenes full of tension and Nanase Miyuki's presence as a supporting character also outstanding. The characters of Kindaichi Fuzo and Inspector Akechi are also deep and support the entire story.

The music and art have also been highly praised, and the attention to detail in the art in particular has the power to draw the viewer into the world of the story. The music heightens the sense of urgency of the events and has the effect of stirring the emotions of the viewer.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why I recommend this work:

• Recreating the charm of the original : It is commendable that the atmosphere of the original is faithfully reproduced while adding new charm.
• Lavish setting : The setting of a luxury cruise ship is not only visually appealing, but also makes effective use of elements of trickery and suspense.
• Depth of characters : The characters, including Kindaichi Hajime, are portrayed in depth and have the power to allow viewers to empathize with them.
• Music and Art Quality : The music and art quality is excellent, effectively enhancing the tension and emotion of the story.

Related information

"The Kindaichi Case Files 2: Deep Blue Slaughter" is recommended not only for fans of the original manga "The Kindaichi Case Files," but also for those who like detective stories and mysteries. The original work was written by Amagi Seimaru and Sato Fumiya and published by Kodansha. There is also a TV anime version, which is also supported by many fans.

This work was produced by the "Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo" Production Committee (Kodansha, Nippon Television Network, Dentsu, Toei Animation, Toei) and distributed by Toei. Copyright belongs to Amagi Seimaru, Sato Fumiya, and "Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo 2" Production Committee.

Conclusion

"Kindaichi Case Files 2: Deep Blue Murder" is a work that firmly inherits the charm of the original while adding new charms. Many elements attract viewers, such as the setting on a luxury cruise ship, the depth of the characters, and the quality of the music and art. This is a work that should be watched not only by people who like detective stories and mysteries, but also by fans of the original work.