Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street - Appeal and Review of the 6th Movie

Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street - Movie Review and Details

overview

Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street is the sixth film in the anime series based on the popular manga Detective Conan by Gosho Aoyama. It was released on April 20, 2002 and distributed by Toho. This is one of the most beloved episodes of the Detective Conan series, and we'll provide a detailed review and information to find out why.

story

The story begins with Conan and his friends traveling to London. There, they visit Baker Street, the birthplace of Sherlock Holmes. However, a mysterious man suddenly appears and Conan and his friends are transported back in time to 19th century London. Once they are transported back in time, they must solve a series of murders together with Dr. Watson, Holmes' assistant.

The appeal of this movie is that it exquisitely combines the fantasy element of time slip with the detective element that is a characteristic of the Detective Conan series. The process in which Conan and Holmes work together to solve the case has the power to draw the viewer in. Also, do not miss the beautiful backdrop that recreates 19th century London and the realistic portrayal of the characters of Holmes and Watson.

character

In this movie, new characters such as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson appear in the world of Detective Conan, in addition to Conan. Holmes faithfully reproduces the image of the original work, but his combination with Conan is exquisite, bringing out a new charm. Dr. Watson also plays an important role as a supporter for Conan and his friends after they travel back in time.

Each of Conan's companions also plays an active role, and especially Ran Mouri's brave actions and the activities of the Detective Boys are impressive. There are many scenes where the individuality of each character shines, making this a must-see for fans of the series.

Production

The film was directed by Kenji Kodama and animated by Tokyo Movie. Director Kodama has worked on many of the Detective Conan films, and his meticulous direction is outstanding, making full use of his experience. Tokyo Movie's animation techniques also provide a realistic reproduction of 19th century London, providing visual beauty.

The music was composed by Katsuo Ohno, and effectively uses the theme songs and background music from the Detective Conan series to enhance the tension and excitement of the story. In particular, classical music is used in the scene after the time slip, giving the viewer a sense of the historical background.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street" has been highly praised among the series. The reason for this is that while incorporating a new element of time slip, it still firmly depicts the detective drama that is the hallmark of Detective Conan. In addition, the collaboration with the famous detective Sherlock Holmes provided fans with a fresh surprise.

The visual beauty and musical effects are also not to be missed. The backdrop of 19th century London and the classical music have the power to draw the viewer into the world of the story. In addition, the exploits and growth of each character are depicted, and there are many moving scenes for fans of the series.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why I recommend this movie:

• A story that incorporates a new element: time slip
• Collaboration with Sherlock Holmes
• A beautiful backdrop of 19th century London
• The achievements and growth of each character
• Detailed production and musical effects

More Information

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

others

■ Release date

April 20, 2002 - January 1, 2000

■Distribution company

Toho

■Frequencies

107 min

■Original Story

Gosho Aoyama's "Detective Conan" (serialized in Shogakukan's "Weekly Shonen Sunday")

■ Director

Kenji Kodama

■ Production

Animation Production: Tokyo Movie

■Works

©2002 Gosho Aoyama / Shogakukan, Yomiuri Television, Nippon Television, Shogakukan Productions, Toho, TMS

Related Titles

"Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street" is one of the movies in the Detective Conan series, and we recommend checking out the other movies to enjoy the whole series. In particular, the following movies are highly related to this movie, and you can enjoy it more deeply by watching them.

• "Detective Conan: The Time-Bombed Skyscraper" - The first movie in the series, it is a must-see for anyone wanting to get acquainted with the world of Detective Conan.
• Detective Conan: The Last Wizard of the Century - This work also contains a time travel element, and can be compared to The Phantom of Baker Street.
• Detective Conan: Zero the Enforcer - The latest in the series, it offers character development and new story developments.

summary

"Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street" is a work that is especially loved by fans of the Detective Conan series, and the reason for this is that while it incorporates a new element of time travel, it still firmly depicts the detective drama that is the series' specialty. Also, don't miss the collaboration with Sherlock Holmes and the beautiful backdrop that recreates 19th century London. This is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the series, but also to those who are experiencing Detective Conan for the first time. Please enjoy this movie, which is a special one in the movie series.