Deserted Planet Survive Special 2: A thorough review of Luna and her friends' year of drifting life

Deserted Planet Survive Special 2: Looking back on Luna and her friends' year-long drifting life

"Deserted Planet Survive Special 2", which aired on NHK Educational TV on January 2, 2004, is an anime series depicting a grand survival story set in the future of the 22nd century. In this special edition, seven boys and girls and a cat-shaped robot look back on their life adrift on a deserted planet for a year. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

January 2, 2004 - January 2, 2004
NHK Education January 2, 2004 (1 time) 9:00-10:29

■Broadcasting station

NHK Educational TV

■Frequencies

90 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Original character design: Eguchi Hisashi

■ Director

Director: Yuichiro Yano

■ Production

Animation production: Mad House, Telecom Animation Films

■Works

©Hisashi Eguchi, NHK, NEP

■ Story

■Cast

■ Main staff

■ Main Characters

■ Related works

■ Theme songs and music

Evaluation and impressions of the work

"Deserted Planet Survive Special 2" is a work that depicts the growth and deepening of bonds between boys and girls by looking back on their life of drifting on a deserted planet for a year. Below, we will give a detailed evaluation and review of this work.

Story and Themes

The story of this work is set in the future of the 22nd century and depicts the struggle of seven boys and girls and a cat-shaped robot to survive on an uninhabited planet. The special edition focuses on their growth and deepening of bonds by looking back on how they overcame difficulties and survived by working together.

The theme of the film is simple, but profound: "survival." In the harsh environment of an uninhabited planet, the group must use their wits to secure food and water, build homes, and protect themselves from danger. In the process, they learn not only about their own strength, but also the importance of cooperation and bonds with their peers.

What is particularly impressive is how each character, while having their own personality and background, comes together toward a common goal. Each character has their own strengths, such as Luna's leadership, Menori's knowledge and drive, Shaara's kindness, Howard's courage, Shingo's technique, Kaoru's calmness, Bell's kindness, and Adam's mysterious presence, and they all use these to survive.

Character Appeal

Each character in this work is unique and attractive. Luna is a sociable and active girl, who shows leadership skills but also has kindness and consideration for her friends. Chaco is Luna's pet robot, but plays an active role as her good partner. Menori is the student council president who has excellent grades and is an all-around athlete, and supports her friends with her knowledge and initiative. Shaara is a quiet and crybaby girl, but she is shy and meticulous, and although she is anxious, she has kindness and consideration for her friends. Howard is the son of a powerful person in the colony, and is a boy who does whatever he wants, but he helps his friends with his courage and initiative. Shingo is a boy who is dexterous and loves to disassemble and repair machines. He is currently 12 years old because he skipped two grades. Kaoru is a boy who is quiet and indifferent to others, but supports his friends with his calm judgment. Bell is a kind boy with a gentle personality and lacks confidence, despite his impressive physique. Adam is a boy who was found sleeping in the ruins of the Eastern Forest, and although details about him are still unknown, his real name seems to be Alduramgyet, making him a mysterious character.

The way these characters fight to survive on an uninhabited planet while making the most of their individual personalities moves and impresses viewers. Their growth and deepening bonds are a major part of the story's appeal.

Visuals and Music

The film is animated by Madhouse and Telecom Animation Films in high quality. The beautiful scenery of the deserted planet and the characters' expressions and movements are carefully drawn in detail, making it visually appealing. The unique designs by Hisashi Eguchi, who was in charge of the original character designs, also add to the appeal of the film.

The beautiful melodies of the music by Takeshi Hatakeda add to the atmosphere of the work. In particular, the opening theme "Our Message" and the ending theme "Sunny Side Hill" are wonderful songs that reflect the theme of the story and the feelings of the characters. The singing voices of kiroro and ROUND TABLE featuring Nino will touch the hearts of viewers.

Rating and Recommended Points

"Deserted Planet Survive Special 2" is a work that depicts the growth and deepening of bonds between boys and girls by looking back on their life adrift on a deserted planet for a year. The story, characters, visuals, and music are all of high quality, making it a work that moves and sympathizes with viewers.

The recommended points include the following:

• A touching story about the growth and deepening bonds between boys and girls.
• Unique and attractive characters
• High quality animation and beautiful scenery
• Beautiful music by Takeshi Hakoda and a great theme song

This work is recommended for those who want to enjoy a survival story of boys and girls, those who like works that depict the growth of characters and the deepening of bonds, and those who want to enjoy beautiful animation and music. Please watch it at least once and look back on Luna and her friends' life at sea.