Review of "Aurora of the Sea": Beautiful visuals and a moving story

"Aurora of the Sea" - An animated film depicting the mystery and beauty of the sea

"Aurora of the Sea" is an anime film released on August 5, 2000, directed by Yoshinori Kanno and distributed by Media Box. This film was released in theaters and is based on an original anime, so it has a completely new story and worldview. The 91-minute film is a one-off episode with a theme of the beauty and mystery of the sea.

story

The story of "Aurora of the Sea" depicts the adventures of small creatures that live at the bottom of the sea. The main character is Minami, a small fish that lives at the bottom of the sea. One day, Minami becomes interested in the world above the sea and decides to go on an adventure with her friends. They begin their journey to reach the world above the sea, experiencing various difficulties and encounters along the way. Finally, when they reach the world above the sea, they are moved by the beautiful aurora they see there and reaffirm their love for the bottom of the sea, their home.

character

The main character, Minami, is a curious and courageous little fish. He enjoys adventures with his friends, but also has the strength to face difficulties. Minami's best friend, Takashi, is a bit timid, but has a kind heart that supports Minami. Also appearing is a small shrimp named Sakura, who accompanies Minami and her friends on their journey, providing them with various knowledge. The story depicts these characters working together to reach the world above the sea.

Visuals and Music

The visuals in "Aurora of the Sea" feature colorful, vivid animation to bring out the beauty of the ocean to the fullest. There are many visually enjoyable scenes, such as the mysterious scenery at the bottom of the sea and the beautiful auroras of the world above the sea. Music also plays an important role, with beautiful melodies that enhance the tranquility of the sea and the excitement of the adventure. In particular, the moving music in the aurora scene at the climax of the film enhances the story.

Director and staff

Director Yoshinori Kanno is known for his passion for depicting the beauty and mystery of the ocean. Through this film, he has depicted the world from the perspective of creatures living at the bottom of the sea, providing the audience with a new perspective. The entire staff also worked together to pour their skills and passion into expressing the beauty of the ocean. The animation production took a lot of time and effort to realistically reproduce the movement of the ocean and the reflection of light.

Recognition and Awards

"Aurora of the Sea" was highly praised by many audiences for its depiction of the beauty and adventure of the ocean. In particular, children sympathized with Minami and her friends' adventure and were touched by the beauty of the ocean. The film also contains a message calling for environmental protection of the ocean, which helped to raise awareness of environmental issues. As for awards, the film won the Best Picture Award at the 2000 Japan Animation Film Festival, earning it high praise internationally.

Recommendations and related works

"Aurora of the Sea" is recommended for those who want to enjoy the beauty and adventure of the sea. It is especially a great film to watch with children and families. It is also a must-see for those interested in protecting the marine environment. Related works include the animated film "Children of the Sea," which also has a sea theme, and the adventure film "Spirited Away." These works also have beautiful visuals and moving stories to enjoy.

summary

"Aurora of the Sea" is a moving animated film that depicts the beauty and adventure of the sea. Through the adventures of the main character Minami and her friends, you can rediscover the mystery and beauty of the sea. The film also contains a message calling for environmental protection of the sea, providing the audience with a new perspective. Please enjoy this beautiful story with your family and friends.