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"CRYSTAL CHILDREN": A song that shines on NHK's "Minna no Uta"

"CRYSTAL CHILDREN," which was broadcast on NHK Educational TV (commonly known as NHK E-Tele) in April 2008, is a special animated work delivered to viewers as part of the "Minna no Uta" series. In just two minutes, this work provided viewers with deep emotions and beautiful visuals. Below, we will introduce detailed information and appeal of this work, as well as explain in detail its background, behind-the-scenes stories, and recommended points for viewers.

Overview

"CRYSTAL CHILDREN" is an animated work that was broadcast on NHK Educational TV in April 2008, and it is only 2 minutes long. The original work is listed as "other", and the specific original media is not specified, but the video production was done by Chris & Patty, the choreography was done by CHIHARU・ETSU (TRF), and the animation was done by Hochi Kazuhiro. This work was produced as part of NHK's "Minna no Uta" series, and was loved by a wide range of viewers from children to adults.

Story and Themes

The story of "CRYSTAL CHILDREN" depicts children with crystal-like transparency playing, singing, and dancing freely in beautiful nature. The theme of the work is "purity" and "freedom," and through the innocent smiles and movements of the children, it gives viewers healing and hope. In particular, the visuals of the children with crystal-like transparency symbolize not only visual beauty but also purity of heart.

Background and secrets

"CRYSTAL CHILDREN" was produced by a video production team called Chris & Patty. They aimed to inspire viewers by fusing the beauty of nature with the innocence of children. The choreography was done by CHIHARU and ETSU (TRF), whose dance experience and sensibility had a major influence on the work. The animation was done by Hochi Kazuhiro, whose unique touch and sense of color enhanced the beauty of the work.

The behind-the-scenes story is that Chris & Patty really valued spending time with the children in nature, and incorporated that real feeling into the footage. CHIHARU and ETSU (TRF) also rehearsed many times to perfect the choreography, so that the children's movements would look natural. HOCHI Kazuhiro used special animation techniques to express a crystal-like transparency, pursuing visual beauty.

Visual appeal

The visual appeal of "CRYSTAL CHILDREN" is, above all, its beautiful visuals. The sight of children with crystal-like transparency playing freely in nature is not only visually beautiful, but also symbolizes purity of heart. In addition, Hochi Kazuhiro's unique touch and sense of color enhance the beauty of the work as a whole. In particular, the scenes where the natural scenery and the movements of the children are combined are visually beautiful and moving at the same time.

Music and choreography

The music for "CRYSTAL CHILDREN" was created by Chris & Patty. Their music is characterized by gentle melodies and rhythms to express the beauty of nature and the innocence of children. In addition, the choreography by CHIHARU and ETSU (TRF) was perfected after repeated rehearsals to make the children's movements look natural. The music and choreography work together to create a moving piece for the audience.

Recommendation points for viewers

"CRYSTAL CHILDREN" is a work that can be recommended to a wide range of viewers, from children to adults. It is especially recommended for those who want to feel the beauty of nature and the purity of children, and those who are seeking healing and hope. It is also recommended for those who enjoy beautiful visuals, music, and choreography. In addition, since this work was produced as part of NHK's "Minna no Uta" series, it is also a good starting point for enjoying the entire series.

Related works and recommendations

Viewers who enjoyed "CRYSTAL CHILDREN" can also enjoy other works in the "Minna no Uta" series, also on NHK. In particular, for those who like works themed around nature and children, we recommend Studio Ghibli works such as "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" and "My Neighbor Totoro". Also, for those who enjoy beautiful visuals and music, we recommend works by director Makoto Shinkai such as "Your Name" and "Weathering with You". These works will make you feel both visually beautiful and emotional at the same time.

summary

"CRYSTAL CHILDREN" is an animated work produced as part of the "Minna no Uta" series that was broadcast on NHK Educational TV in April 2008. In just two minutes, it portrayed the beauty of nature and the purity of children, providing viewers with deep emotion and beautiful visuals. Chris & Patty's video production, CHIHARU & ETSU's (TRF) choreography, and Hochi Kazuhiro's animation all come together to create a work that is visually beautiful and moving at the same time. This work can be recommended to a wide range of viewers, from children to adults, and is a must-watch for those who seek healing and hope, and those who want to enjoy beautiful visuals and music.