Digimon Adventure 02: A thorough review of a new story of adventure and growth

"Digimon Adventure 02" - The full story and appeal of the movie

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

game

■ Release date

July 8, 2000 - January 1, 2000

■Distribution company

Toei

■Frequencies

64th minute

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Akiyoshi Hongo (serialized in Shueisha's "Monthly V Jump")

■ Director

Shigeyasu Yamauchi

■ Production

Toei Animation, CX

■ Story

A mysterious Digimon suddenly appears in New York! What is the purpose of the mysterious Digimon that has sealed Taichi, Yamato, and the others in different dimensions one by one? And what is the hidden past of the blue-eyed Tamer Wallace who holds the key to everything? Now, with America as the stage, Daisuke and his friends' summer adventure begins...!!

■Explanation

"The movie 'Digimon Adventure' evolves even further!!" Following on from the spring, the mega-popular, thrilling adventure anime 'Digimon Adventure 02' will hit the screens this summer all across Japan. This film will be released in two parts, 'Part 1: Digimon Hurricane Lands!!' and 'Part 2: Super Evolution!! The Golden Digimental', and will dominate the summer movie wars. Along with the new movie 'Ojamajo Doremi #', look forward to the '2000 Summer Toei Anime Fair', a huge present for children on the brink of the 21st century!

■ Main staff

Director: Shigeyasu Yamauchi Screenplay: Reiko Yoshida Chief Animation Director: Masahiro Aizawa

■ Main Characters

Wallace: An American boy who holds the key to the case. He has a cheerful personality and loves chatting and girls! But he can't stand up to his mother, and he never misses a call home. He is traveling with his partner Digimon, Terriermon, for a certain purpose.
Terriermon (Teriamon) / Evolution stage: Growth stage. Wallace's partner Digimon. He is said to be very kind and caring towards his friends. He can also fly in the sky using his big ears.
・Wendimon / Evolution stage: Adult. This is the enemy that attacked Taichi and his friends this time. It is a formidable enemy that can appear in various places through different dimensions. What's more, it traps the people it catches in another dimension and turns them into smaller and smaller children. But what exactly is its purpose in doing this...?

■Subtitle

(Part 1) Digimon Hurricane Lands!!
(Part 2) Super Evolution!! Golden Digimental

The appeal and evaluation of "Digimon Adventure 02"

"Digimon Adventure 02" is a work that further expands and deepens the world of Digimon, and the movie version in particular brings out its charm to the fullest. Below, we will explain in detail the details of the movie, the charm of the characters, the production background, and recommended points for viewers.

The appeal of the story

The movie "Digimon Adventure 02" is an adventure story set in New York. It starts with a tense scene in which Taichi, Yamato and friends are sealed in another dimension, and depicts the process of uncovering the mysterious Digimon and their purpose. In particular, the past of the blue-eyed Tamer Wallace holds the key to the story, and through his character you can enjoy the world of Digimon from a new perspective.

The first part, "Digimon Hurricane Lands!!," depicts the chaos caused by Digimon who suddenly appear in New York and the struggles of the Digimon team who fight back against them. In the second part, "Super Evolution!! Golden Digimental," the power of the Digimental plays a key role, and the evolution and growth of the Digimon are the highlights. This two-part structure keeps the story moving at a good pace and keeps viewers from getting bored.

Character Appeal

The movie introduces new characters Wallace and his partner Digimon Terriermon. Wallace is a cheerful, talkative American boy, and his bright personality brings a breath of fresh air to the story. He also shows respect for his mother and love for his family, which resonates with viewers. Terriermon is caring towards his friends and has a kind personality. Watching him fly through the sky using his big ears is visually entertaining.

On the other hand, the antagonist Wendimon is depicted as a powerful foe who can freely travel between different dimensions and trap humans in different dimensions. The mystery behind his goals and actions enhances the story and draws the interest of the audience. Wendimon's presence gives us a sense of the depth and breadth of the Digimon world.

Production background and staff commitment

The movie version of "Digimon Adventure 02" was produced by Toei Animation and CX and directed by Shigeyasu Yamauchi. The screenplay was written by Reiko Yoshida and the chief animation director was Masahiro Aizawa, and the high-quality work was created by utilizing the expertise of each of them. In particular, the New York cityscape and Digimon battle scenes drawn under the direction of Shigeyasu Yamauchi are visually very beautiful, and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

In addition, the film was produced as part of the "Digimon Adventure" series, and aims to cultivate new audiences as well as serve existing fans. For that reason, a lot of ingenuity has been put into the development of the story and the character settings, so that fans of the series will find something new to discover, and even first-time viewers will be able to fully enjoy the content.

Recommendation points for viewers

The movie version of "Digimon Adventure 02" is a must-see for Digimon fans. As a sequel to the series, you can enjoy the growth of existing characters and the charm of new characters. It also includes important episodes that give you a deeper understanding of the world of Digimon, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of the series as a whole.

This movie is a good introduction for people watching Digimon for the first time. The story is easy to follow and the characters are well-known, so it will surely pique your interest in the world of Digimon. The New York setting and Digimon battle scenes are visually appealing, and will appeal to a wide range of people, from children to adults.

In addition, the movie was released as part of the "2000 Summer Toei Anime Fair" along with "Ojamajo Doremi #", so you can enjoy it alongside other popular anime. This will enrich your cinema experience and create special memories for your summer vacation.

Conclusion

The movie version of "Digimon Adventure 02" further expands and deepens the world of Digimon, offering many attractions to viewers. Considering the development of the story, the appeal of the characters, the production background and the attention to detail of the staff, and the recommended points for viewers, this movie is highly recommended not only for Digimon fans, but also for those who are watching Digimon for the first time. Please enjoy Daisuke and his friends' adventures set in New York.