LeLeLe's Genius Bakabon: What is the appeal of this humorous and profound classic anime?

LeLeLe's Genius Bakabon: What is the appeal of this humorous and profound classic anime?

"Rerere no Tensai Bakabon": Enjoy the world of Akatsuka Fujio once again

"Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" is a TV anime series based on Fujio Akatsuka's classic manga "Tensai Bakabon", which aired on TV Tokyo from October 19, 1999 to March 21, 2000. The series aired every Tuesday from 7:28 to 7:55 PM for 30 minutes, with a total of 24 episodes. It was produced by Studio Pierrot, TV Tokyo, and Yomiuri Advertising, and directed by Date Yuto.

Relationship between the original work and the anime

"Tensai Bakabon" is a comedy manga by Fujio Akatsuka that was serialized in "Weekly Shonen Magazine" from 1967 to 1976, and its unique humor and characters have captivated many fans. "Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" is a work based on this original work, with a new interpretation and direction, and while firmly retaining the essence of the original, it has been devised so that modern audiences can enjoy it as well.

Story and Characters

The story of "Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" revolves around the daily life of the genius Bakabon family. The Bakabon family consists of father Papa, Bakabon, his sister Hajime, and their pet Eel-Dog, and the story depicts their extraordinary lives. Each episode is divided into two parts, A and B, each with a different theme and joke.

For example, in episode 1, part A, "Earth's Rumors Are on a Cosmic Scale," the Bakabon family meets an alien, and in episode 1, part B, "Dad is a Liar of Justice," the commotion that occurs when Dad tells a lie is depicted. These episodes, while retaining the humor of the original, are depicted from a new perspective, entertaining the audience.

The characteristics and appeal of anime

The greatest appeal of "Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" is its unique sense of humor and the individuality of its characters. It faithfully reproduces the humor of Fujio Akatsuka's original work, while being made to be accessible to modern audiences. In particular, Papa's unique way of speaking, such as "~noda" (~noda) and Bakabon's "Rerere no Re" (Rerere no Re), is faithfully reproduced in the anime, which is a must-see for fans of the original work.

In addition, new characters not found in the original work appear in the anime, adding color to the story. For example, in episode 4 Part A, "Unagiinu, the secret of his birth," which depicts the secret of Unagiinu's birth, Unagiinu's background is revealed, providing viewers with a new surprise.

Production background and staff

"Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" was produced by Studio Pierrot. Studio Pierrot is a production company that has worked on many popular anime, and their technical skills and experience are utilized in this work. Director Yuto Date has a firm understanding of the worldview of the original work, but by adding a new interpretation, he has provided viewers with a fresh surprise.

In addition, the character designs and artwork faithfully reproduce the atmosphere of the original, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the world of the original. The music has also been chosen to complement the atmosphere of the original, capturing the hearts of viewers.

Broadcast information and how to watch

"Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" was broadcast on TV Tokyo from October 19, 1999 to March 21, 2000. It was broadcast every Tuesday from 7:28 to 7:55 p.m. for 30 minutes, with a total of 24 episodes. It is now possible to watch it on DVD or through internet distribution services.

Subtitles and Episode Details

■Subtitle

Episode 1A: Earth's Rumors Are on a Cosmic Scale (1999/10/19)
Episode 1B: My Dad is a Liar of Justice (1999/10/19)
Episode 2A: I would be happy if I could die after eating (1999/10/26)
Episode 2B: The toilet is going to Mars (1999/10/26)
・Episode 3A/IQ is 700 yen! (1999/11/02)
・Episode 3B/Love Changes People (1999/11/02)
・Episode 4A/Unagiinu, the secret of his birth (1999/11/09)
・Episode 4B: A naked matchmaking session (1999/11/09)
Episode 5A: Becoming a disciple of a haiku teacher (1999/11/16)
・Episode 5B: My Dad Has Become the President! (1999/11/16)
Episode 6A: I Came to Play in the Earth (1999/11/23)
・Episode 6B: Who is the Fish Thief? (1999/11/23)
Episode 7A: It's Shinmai-san from the police box (1999/11/30)
Episode 7B: He is the head of my ancestors (1999/11/30)
Episode 8A: Eight Bears Are Policemen (1999/12/07)
Episode 8B: Repaying the favor by not eating (1999/12/07)

Ratings and Recommendations

"Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" is a work that can be enjoyed not only by fans of the original work, but also by viewers experiencing it for the first time. The unique sense of humor and the individuality of the characters are appealing and have the power to make viewers smile. In addition, while firmly retaining the worldview of the original work, new interpretations and direction have been added, providing viewers with fresh surprises.

The reasons why I recommend this work are as follows:

  • You can enjoy Fujio Akatsuka's unique humor.
  • While firmly retaining the worldview of the original work, new interpretations and productions have been added.
  • The characters have charming personalities and the power to make viewers smile.
  • With a compact structure of 24 episodes, it's easy to enjoy.

"Rerere no Tensai Bakabon" is a work that allows viewers to enjoy the world of Fujio Akatsuka once again, and will bring smiles and surprises to viewers. Please watch this work and enjoy the fantastic life of the Bakabon family.

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