NARUTO the Movie: Great Clash! The Mysterious Underground Ruins - A thorough analysis of the moving story and powerful action

Appeal and evaluation of "Naruto the Movie: Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins"

■Overview of the work

Naruto the Movie: Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins is an animated feature film that was released on August 6, 2005. It is based on the popular manga Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto, which was serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump. The film is the second feature film in the Naruto series, directed by Hiroshi Kawasaki and animated by Studio Pierrot. It was distributed by Toho and is a single episode that is 97 minutes long.

■ Story

In the forest on the border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Wind, Naruto, Shikamaru and Sakura were on a mission to return a lost pet. However, during the mission, they were attacked by a group led by a mysterious young knight named Temujin. After a fierce battle, the three were separated and Naruto challenged Temujin to a battle. After a fierce clash, Naruto and Temujin fell off a cliff. Meanwhile, Shikamaru, who was left behind, witnessed the appearance of a giant fortress and infiltrated the fortress alone to understand what was going on. There, Shikamaru witnessed a terrifying sight.

■Explanation

This film was produced in response to the huge success of "Naruto: The Movie - Yukihime Ninja Scroll Dattebayo!!", which was released in the summer of 2004 and attracted an audience of approximately 1.3 million people. As the second film in the Naruto series, it depicts a story and action on a larger scale to meet the expectations of fans. While making use of the worldview of the original work, it also introduces new characters and settings, further enhancing the appeal of the series.

■Cast

The voice actors for the main characters are as follows:

• Naruto Uzumaki: Junko Takeuchi
• Temujin: Kasai Gamon
• Sakura Haruno: Chie Nakamura
• Nara Shikamaru: Morikubo Shoutarou
• Gaara: Akira Ishida
• Kankuro: Yasuyuki Kase
• Fugai: Takano Rei
• Camilla: Sachiko Kojima
• Ranke: Houko Kuwashima
• Temujin's childhood friend: Takako Honda
• Temujin (childhood): Yuko Kato
• Emina: Tomoka Kurokawa
• Hyde: Akio Nojima
• Kahiko: Nachi Nozawa

■ Main staff

The following staff members are involved in the production of this work:

• Original work: Masashi Kishimoto (serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump)
• Director: Hiroshi Kawasaki
• Screenplay: Hiroshi Kawasaki
• Storyboard: Hiroshi Kawasaki
• Character design: Tetsuya Nishio
• Mechanical design: Yasumitsu Suetake
• Concept design: Masaaki Endo
• Animation Director: Tetsuya Nishio
• Art director: Satoshi Matsuoka
• Color design: Kayoko Nishi
• Director of photography: Atsuho Matsumoto
• Edited by: Yukie Oikawa
• Recording direction: Chiharu Kamio
• Sound Production: Yasunori Ebina
• Music: Toshiro Masuda & Rokusanshi Project
• Color designation: Kayoko Nishi
• Video check: Mitsuko Toyoshima
• Animation production: studio Pierrot
• Produced by: Naruto the Movie Production Committee (TV Tokyo, Shueisha, Pierrot, Toho, Aniplex, Dentsu, Bandai)

■ Main Characters

Below are the characteristics of the main characters that appear in this work.

• Uzumaki Naruto: Possessing extraordinary stamina and a fantastic imagination, he has the great demon "Nine-Tailed Fox" sealed within his body.
• Sakura Haruno: A kunoichi who is good at genjutsu and brain warfare. Her talents are displayed in this work as she successfully repels the enemy.
• Nara Shikamaru: His catchphrase is "It's such a pain" and he always shows his lack of motivation.
• Temujin: A boy who came from the continent across the sea. He lost his family in war at a young age and became an orphan. He has a strong will and believes in himself.
• Kahiko: An elder of the nomadic people who travel across the continent with their livestock each season. He is the head of the caravan that leads the people.
• Emina: Kahiko's granddaughter. She has a kind heart and takes good care of Naruto and his friends. She teaches Naruto the old legends of the nomadic people.
• Hyde: A gentleman from a continent across the sea where war continues. He is the owner of a mobile fortress and Temujin's foster father.

■ Related works

"NARUTO: The Movie - Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins" is a work produced as part of the Naruto series. Below are related works.

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• Naruto the Movie: The Great Action! Yukihime Ninja Scroll!!
• Naruto the Movie: Excitement! Animal commotion on Mikazuki Island
• NARUTO: Find the Red Four-Leaf Clover
• NARUTO: The Deadly Battle at the Hidden Waterfall I'm the Hero!
• NARUTO THE CROSS ROADS
• NARUTO Shippuden
• NARUTO SHIPPUDEN THE MOVIE
• Naruto Shippuden the Movie: Bonds
• NARUTO SHIPPUDEN THE MOVIE: THE WILL OF FIRE
• Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Lost Tower
• Naruto the Movie: Gentle Breeze Legend - Naruto, the Demon God, and the Three Wishes!!
• NARUTO THE MOVIE: BLOOD PRISON
• NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: The Chunin Exam of Flame! Naruto vs. Konohamaru!!
• ROAD TO NINJA NARUTO THE MOVIE
• THE LAST NARUTO THE MOVIE
• BORUTO NARUTO THE MOVIE

■ Theme songs and music

The theme song for this film is "Ding! Dong! Dang!" by TUBE. The lyrics were written by Nobuteru Maeda, the music was composed by Michiya Haruhata, and the arrangement was done by TUBE. The song features a refreshing melody and lyrics that symbolize Naruto's adventure and friendship, and it adds to the atmosphere of the film.

■ Evaluation and impressions

"NARUTO: The Movie - Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins" is a work that fans of the Naruto series cannot miss. While closely following the worldview of the original work, the introduction of new characters and storylines further deepens the appeal of the series. In particular, the new character Temujin has a strong presence. The depiction of his past and conflicts further highlights Naruto's growth and the value of friendship. In addition, the scene where Shikamaru infiltrates the fortress alone is a highlight that fully displays his wisdom and courage, which is a delight for fans.

The action scenes are also one of the highlights, and the clash between Naruto and Temjin is very powerful. The animation quality is also high, with the movements of the battle scenes and the depiction of the backgrounds drawn with great attention to detail. Music is also an important element in livening up the atmosphere of the film, and the theme song by TUBE, "Ding! Dong! Dang!", features a refreshing melody and lyrics that symbolize Naruto's adventure and friendship.

This film is the second movie in the Naruto series and was produced to meet the expectations of fans. It is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but also to those who like action and adventure. It is a work filled with a story depicting Naruto's growth and the value of friendship, powerful action scenes, and the charm of new characters.

■Reasons for recommendation

Here are some reasons why I recommend "NARUTO: The Movie - Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins."

• While closely following the worldview of the original work, it introduces new characters and storylines, making it a fresh attraction for fans of the series.
• The new character Temujin has a strong presence, and the depiction of his past and conflicts further highlights Naruto's growth and the value of friendship.
• The scene in which Shikamaru infiltrates the fortress alone is a highlight that fully demonstrates his wisdom and courage, and is a delight for fans.
• The action scenes are powerful and the animation is of high quality, with detailed depictions of the fight scenes and backgrounds.
• Music is also an important element in creating the atmosphere of the film, and TUBE's theme song, "Ding! Dong! Dang!", features a refreshing melody and lyrics that symbolize Naruto's adventure and friendship.

Conclusion

"Naruto the Movie: The Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins" is a work that fans of the Naruto series cannot miss. While firmly following the worldview of the original work, the introduction of new characters and stories further deepens the appeal of the series. In particular, the presence of the new character Temujin is large. The depiction of his past and conflicts further highlights Naruto's growth and the value of friendship. In addition, the scene where Shikamaru infiltrates the fortress alone is a highlight that fully demonstrates his wisdom and courage, which is a delight for fans. The action scenes are also one of the highlights, and the clash between Naruto and Temujin is very impressive. The animation quality is also high, and the movements of the battle scenes and the depiction of the background are drawn with attention to detail. Music is also an important element in livening up the atmosphere of the movie, and the theme song "Ding! Dong! Dang!" by TUBE is characterized by its refreshing melody and lyrics that symbolize Naruto's adventure and friendship. This film is the second movie in the Naruto series and was produced to meet the expectations of fans. It is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but also to those who like action and adventure. It is a work filled with a story depicting Naruto's growth and the value of friendship, powerful action scenes, and the charm of new characters.