Aquarion the Movie: The culmination of the series and what is its appeal?

Aquarion the Movie - The Charm of the Ultimate Perfectly Transforming and Combining Robot Animation

"Aquarion the Movie" is the fourth film in the Aquarion series directed by Shoji Kawamori and was released on September 22, 2007. This film further expands on the story depicted in the TV series, allowing viewers to enjoy the world of Aquarion on a grand scale. Here, we will take a detailed look at the appeal of "Aquarion the Movie" from various perspectives, including the story, characters, mechanics, and music, and introduce recommended points for fans.

■ Story

The story of "Aquarion the Movie" is a grand drama in which the fate of the Earth shakes in a time when the shadow of betrayal looms and the human heart is put to the test. After 12,000 years, the wild child Apollo awakens and fights alongside the soul of Apollonius, the Tenba, and the true mechanical angel Aquarion. Apollo belongs to the Earth Defense Organization "Diva" and bewilderes the members with his rude behavior, which is different from that of the legendary hero Apollonius, but Touma, the commander of the Fallen Tenba, aims to exploit this gap in his heart and destroy the bonds between people.

Apollo is wounded and bleeding from the Sword of Betrayal. Suspicion falls on Sylvia, wondering if she is the work of the reincarnation of Scorpio, who once sold his soul to Fallen Angel. Heartbroken, Sylvia drives the Vector Machine and leaves the base. Apollo chases after her, but she tries to stop him by forcibly combining with him. However, Reika and the others give chase, and the Vector Machine transforms into the beast within man. Touhisa smiles at the sight, and it becomes clear what the "Wing Pact" he is plotting is.

The battle between Tenchi and humans intensifies, escalating to a level that penetrates the heights of the sky and shakes the earth on its axis. The "Light of Genesis" shines brighter in the midst of the deadly battle, producing astonishing results. Will the world be able to harbor new life, or will it continue down the path of destruction? All the keys to this are concentrated in the "Genesis." This epic story is powerful and moving, drawing viewers in.

■Explanation

The "Aquarion" series, which depicts the story of two parallel worlds, "Genesis" and "Genesis", is the ultimate fully transforming and combining robot animation presented by director Shoji Kawamori. It is characterized by a beautiful world view, handsome characters, and a mysterious and passionate storyline, and has captivated many fans since the TV series was aired. "Aquarion the Movie" is a luxurious double feature of a feature-length OVA-based film and a new short film, and its charm is maximized in full screen.

"Aquarion," which combines the unique worldview of director Shoji Kawamori with music by Yoko Kanno, boasts extremely high quality both visually and aurally. In particular, the beauty of the fusion and battle scenes sets it apart from other robot anime. In addition, the growth of the characters and changes in their relationships are carefully depicted, adding depth to the story.

■Cast

The cast of "Aquarion the Movie" continues from the TV series with a luxurious cast of voice actors. The acting skills of the voice actors who play each character, such as Takuma Terashima as Apollo, Yumi Kakazu as Sylvia, Masaya Onosaka as Pierre, and Sanae Kobayashi as Reika, add excitement to the story. Additionally, the voice actors who play the enemies, such as Toshiyuki Morikawa as Touhisa and Mitsuki Saiga as Scorpio, also have a strong presence.

In particular, Takuma Terashima, who plays Apollo, leaves a strong impression on viewers with his realistic portrayal of the wildness of a wild child and the growth he undergoes after awakening. Yumi Kakazu, who plays Sylvia, also shines with her strength as a brave princess and her delicate acting in scenes of heartbreak. The performances of these voice actors bring out the charm of the characters and make the story feel even deeper.

■ Main staff

The main staff of "Aquarion the Movie" is made up of talented creators, including Director Shoji Kawamori. Director Shoji Kawamori is in charge of the original story, direction, and Aquarion design, with Yasuhito Kikuchi serving as assistant director. Series composition and scriptwriting are handled by Hiroshi Ohnogi and Shoji Kawamori, character designs are by Eiji Kaneda, and character design is by Futoshi Fujikawa.

The concept design is by OKAMA, the mechanic design is by Takeshi Takakura, the monitor graphic design is by Yoshinori Sayama, the guest character design is by Atsushi Irie, and the design cooperation is by Kazutaka Miyatake. The art director is Shunichiro Yoshihara, the color design is by Kumiko Nakayama, the CGI animation director is Eiji Inomoto, the CGI technical director is Hiroshi Yagishita, the CGI director is Masato Takahashi, the monitor graphic work is by Itsuro Sasakura, the cinematographer is Naomi Takahashi, and the editor is Yasuaki Takeuchi.

The music is by Yoko Kanno and Hisaaki Hokari, the sound director is Masafumi Mima, the sound effects are by Shizuo Kurahashi, the music producers are Shiro Sasaki and Toshiaki Ota, the music is produced by Victor Entertainment and Borderline, the animation is by Satelight, the producers are Atsushi Iwasaki, Takuo Minegishi, Reiko Takano, Jun Satoyoshi and Tsuyoshi Kasai, and the production is by Project AQUARION (Media Factory, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, Tohokushinsha, Bandai) and SANKYO/SANKYO Planning.

■ Main Characters

The main characters of "Aquarion the Movie" are a diverse cast of characters, including the wild boy Apollo. Apollo is a boy who lives with the trees and animals, entrusted with the protection of the forest and lake area by his foster father, Grandpa, and has an excellent sense of smell and a keen sense of the wild. He is presumed to be the reincarnation of Apollonius, but the truth will be revealed as the story progresses.

Silvia de Alicia is a girl who belongs to the special agency "DIVA" and is a brave princess of the former Alicia Kingdom who fights against the Fallen Angels for the future of the Earth rather than her own circumstances. She has the ability of psychokinesis and holds the key to the story. Pierre Vieira is a playboy who belongs to the special agency "DIVA" and has a light-hearted personality that puts people at ease, but when it comes to fighting, he shows a serious expression.

Kureha is a girl who belongs to the special agency "DIVA" and has a high combat ability due to her proficiency in Chinese martial arts and excellent grades. Although she is often mentally at the mercy of her strong sensitivity, her strength and kindness support the story. Lina Rune is a blind prophet who belongs to the special agency "DIVA" and has the ability to see into the future. Tsugumi Rosenmeyer is a girl who belongs to the special agency "DIVA" and is good at repairing machines.

Jun Lee is a boy belonging to the special agency "DIVA" and a genius hacker with telegraphy abilities. Kurt Couric and Chloe Couric are fraternal twins belonging to the special agency "DIVA" and are active as telepathists. Fudo GEN is a mysterious commander belonging to the special agency "DIVA" and an important character who knows the story behind the scenes. Sophia Blanc is a psychotherapist belonging to the special agency "DIVA" and is in charge of caring for the members' mental health. Jean Jerome Georges is the second-in-command of the special agency "DIVA" and supports the team with his calm judgment.

Touma is a frontline commander of the Fallen Angels, collecting prana (human bioenergy) to save the sealed Angels. He is an important antagonist who awakens Apollonius and plots the birth of a new "god". Apollonius is the Fallen Angels' strongest guardian Angel, and was feared as the Slaughter Angel, but he fell in love with the human female warrior Celian and fought alongside humanity against the Fallen Angels in "Machine Angel Aquarion". Celian was a human female warrior who fought bravely in the Atlandia War 12,000 years ago, and fell in love with the enemy Fallen Angel Apollonius, and fought against the Fallen Angels alongside him and Scorpio. Scorpios is a young human who fought alongside Apollonius and Celian, and is the son of the archduke who rules over the city that was the last stronghold of humanity. However, his desire for the power of the Tenchi was exploited by Toma, and he betrayed Apollonius.

■ Main robot items

The main robots in "Aquarion the Movie" are the Assault Aquarion and Mythical Aquarion, used by the special agency "DIVA". Assault Aquarion is a robot formed by the fusion of three Assault Vector Machines, and has three forms: Alpha, Delta, and Omega. Alpha has Vector Alpha as its head position and is equipped with a giant impact cannon. Delta has Vector Delta as its head position and is equipped with missile launchers on both arms. Omega has Vector Omega as its head position and attacks with two assault gun pods. Omega can also transform into Armageddon (hexapedal) form, equipped with an impact cannon on top, and can fire a maximum output PSG quantum reaction cannon.

Mythical Aquarion is the original Aquarion that became the basis for the aggressive Aquarion, and was piloted by Apollonius and the other three to fight the Fallen Angels 12,000 years ago. Mythical Aquarion has three forms: Solar Aquarion, Aquarion Luna, and Aquarion Mars. Solar Aquarion is a form that emphasizes destructive power, with Vector Sol as the head position and enhancing the pilot's fighting ability. Aquarion Luna is a form that emphasizes speed, with Vector Luna as the head position, a bow built into its arm, and it can also control waves and wind. Aquarion Mars is a form that emphasizes speed, with Vector Mars as the head position and a sword as a weapon. A mysterious mecha that resembles a dinosaur also appears, but its true identity will be revealed in the story.

■Subtitle

"Aquarion the Movie" is a two-part film, released on September 22, 2007. The first part depicts Apollo's awakening and the battle in Diva, while the second part depicts Touba's plot and the final battle of the Genesis Fusion. This two-part structure gives the story more depth and leaves a strong impression on viewers.

■ Related works

"Aquarion the Movie" is a work produced as part of the Aquarion series, and there are the following related works. "Aquarion: Genesis" is the TV series that is the origin of the series, and depicts a story that begins in the mythical era 12,000 years ago. "Aquarion: Genesis of the Sun's Wings" and "Aquarion: Genesis of the Betrayal's Wings" are OVA works that are sequels to the TV series, and depict new developments in the story. "Aquarion EVOL" is a TV series that is a sequel to the series, and new characters and storylines are developed. "Aquarion EVOL TV Version First Broadcast Episodes 1 & 2 SP" and "Aquarion EVOL Episode 26 Director's Cut Edition" are special editions of the TV series, and you can enjoy deeper content. "Aquarion EVOL" is an OVA work that is a sequel to "Aquarion EVOL", and is the final part of the story. "Aquarion Logos" is the latest work in the series, and a new world view and characters are introduced. By watching these related works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the background of "Aquarion the Movie" and the growth of the characters.

■ Theme songs and music

The theme song and music of "Aquarion the Movie" are impressive works with music by Yoko Kanno and singing voice by AKINO from bless4. The ending theme "Souashi" has lyrics by Yuho Iwasato, composition and arrangement by Yoko Kanno, and is sung by AKINO from bless4. This song features beautiful melodies and lyrics that liven up the moving scenes of the story. In addition, the insert song "Genesis of Aquarion" has lyrics by Yuho Iwasato, composition and arrangement by Yoko Kanno, and is sung by AKINO from bless4. This song has been used continuously from the TV series and has become an iconic song of the series. These pieces of music give a deeper feel to the worldview of the story and leave a strong impression on the viewer.

■ Recommended points

"Aquarion the Movie" is the ultimate fully transforming robot animation that combines a grand story, beautiful visuals, unique characters, and moving music. The following points are especially recommended.

• Epic Story : The epic story that spans 12,000 years will draw you in with its powerful and moving power. The drama, which depicts the shadow of betrayal, the trials of the human heart, and the fate of the Earth, will deeply move you.
• Beautiful visuals : Director Shoji Kawamori's unique worldview and the beauty of the fusion and battle scenes set it apart from other robot anime. The full screen brings out the best in the game.
• Characters with a wide range of personalities : The story will develop as the characters grow and their relationships change, including the wild child Apollo. Don't miss the performances of the gorgeous voice actors.
• Inspiring music : Yoko Kanno's music and AKINO from bless4's singing voice give viewers a deeper feel for the world of the story and leave a strong impression on them. In particular, the ending theme "Souashi" and the insert song "Genesis of Aquarion" are must-listens.

"Aquarion the Movie" is recommended not only for fans of the Aquarion series, but for all viewers who love robot anime and moving stories. Please enjoy this ultimate fully transforming and combining robot animation.