Pokémon 3D Adventure 2: Pikachu's Great Undersea Adventure - A thorough review of the charm of the deep sea and Pikachu's new adventure

"Pokémon 3D Adventure 2: Pikachu's Great Undersea Adventure" - The fascinating world of 3D movies

■ Public Media

event

■ Original Media

game

■ Release date

May 20, 2006 - January 1, 0000

■ How it first appeared

3D theater images

■Frequencies

14 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Original story: Satoshi Tajiri, Junichi Masuda, Ken Sugimori

■ Director

・Director: Kunihiko Yuyama

■ Production

Animation Production: OLM Production: Shogakukan Shueisha Productions Production: Pikachu Project Distribution: 2006 Shogakukan Shueisha Productions

■Works

©Nintendo, Creatures, GAME FREAK, TV Tokyo, ShoPro, JR Kikaku ©Pokémon

■ Story

Pikachu, his fellow Pokémon, and Meowth are on vacation on a southern island. They're having fun playing beach ball on the beach. But then Pelipper, the piggyback Pokémon, brings them a treasure map! The map is apparently marked with a valuable item: the location of a sunken pirate ship where the "Tears of Wailord" lie. Pikachu, Meowth, and the others go on a treasure hunt in the ocean, but...

■Explanation

This is the second 3D movie in the Pokemon series, following "Pokemon 3D Adventure: Find Mew!". This film allows fans to experience the world of Pokemon in 3D, providing a new opportunity for adventure. In particular, the scenes exploring the underwater world make the most of 3D technology, creating a strong visual impact. It also depicts the friendship and cooperation between Pikachu and his friends, making it enjoyable for both children and adults.

■Cast

・Pikachu/Ikue Otani ・Meowth/Inuko Inuyama ・Heigani/Katsuyuki Konishi ・Aipom/Miyako Ito ・Goomy/Tomoe Sato ・Eevee/Megumi Hayashibara ・Squirtle/Tomoe Hanba

■ Main staff

・Screenplay: Aya Matsui ・Storyboard: Yuji Asada ・Direction: Yuji Asada ・Chief animation director: Akihiro Tamagawa ・Sound director: Masafumi Mima

■ Theme songs and music

Ending theme: Big Meowth Dee Lyrics: Pikachu Arts Club Composition: Kazusumi Mitsutome Arrangement: Kazusumi Mitsutome Singer: Meowth (Inuyama Inuko), Norinori Girls

■Detailed evaluation and recommendation

■ The appeal of the story

"Pokémon 3D Adventure 2: Pikachu's Great Undersea Adventure" not only lets you experience the world of Pokémon in 3D, but the story itself is also very fascinating. The story begins with Pikachu and friends enjoying a vacation on a southern island, and then develops into an undersea adventure with the treasure map brought by Pelipper. During the adventure, Pikachu and his friends face various difficulties, and by overcoming them, they learn the importance of friendship and cooperation. In particular, the beautiful undersea scenery and the scene where they explore the site of a sunken pirate ship are realistically depicted using 3D technology, doubling the visual enjoyment. In addition, the story unfolds smoothly, and the composition is impressive, bringing it to a solid climax in the short 14-minute time.

■Charm of the characters

In this film, familiar Pokemon including Pikachu play an active role. Each character is portrayed with a rich personality, such as Pikachu's bravery and leadership, Meowth's humor and quick wit, Heigani's strength, and Aipom's cuteness. The voice actors' performances are also superb, especially the dialogue between Otani Ikue, who plays Pikachu, and Inuyama Inuko, who plays Meowth. The characters' expressions and movements are realistically expressed in 3D, drawing the audience in.

■ Use of 3D technology

This work makes the most of 3D technology, and has a very strong visual impact. In the scenes exploring the underwater scenery and the sunken pirate ship, the 3D effect gives a sense of depth and three-dimensionality, making you feel as if you are there. The movements of the Pokémon are also depicted realistically, and the unique expressions of 3D can be seen everywhere. In particular, the scenes where Pikachu swims on the ocean floor and Meowth searches for treasure are the ones that benefit the most from 3D technology.

■Music and Sound

Music and sound are also important elements that enhance the appeal of this work. The ending theme, "Big Meowth Day," matches Meowth's humorous singing voice with the upbeat melody of the Norinori Girls, livening up the atmosphere of the work. In addition, in the underwater scenes, the sounds of water and the voices of the Pokémon are realistically reproduced, which, combined with the 3D images, enhances the sense of immersion. This is an area where the technical skills of sound director Masafumi Mima shine.

■ Recommendation points

"Pokémon 3D Adventure 2: Pikachu's Great Undersea Adventure" is recommended not only for Pokémon fans, but also for those who like 3D movies and adventure stories. It will be a great opportunity for children to learn about the importance of friendship and cooperation between Pikachu and his friends. It is also a must-see for those who want to experience the evolution of 3D technology. This film, which will be screened at events, is perfect for enjoying with family and friends. Be sure to experience its charm at the 3D theater.

Related information

This film is the second in the series following "Pokémon 3D Adventure: Find Mew!" and is a rare opportunity to experience the world of Pokémon in 3D. For those who enjoy the Pokémon games and anime, this film will allow you to learn more about the world of Pokémon. It is also attracting attention as a film that allows you to experience the technological evolution of 3D movies. Screenings at events are limited, so if you are interested, we recommend checking it out early.

■ Summary

"Pokemon 3D Adventure 2: Pikachu's Great Undersea Adventure" is a fascinating work that allows you to experience the world of Pokemon in 3D. Through the adventures of Pikachu and his friends, you can learn the importance of friendship and cooperation, and feel the evolution of 3D technology. The music and sound are also excellent, making it a visually and aurally enjoyable experience. It is recommended not only for Pokemon fans and 3D movie lovers, but also for those who want to enjoy it with family and friends. Please experience the charm of this work at a 3D theater.