Review of the movie "Crayon Shin-chan: Storm Called: The Hero of the Golden Spear": A thorough analysis of the emotions and laughs in the 16th film in the series!

Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: The Storm Called the Golden Spear Hero!

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

April 19, 2008 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Toho

■Frequencies

93 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Yoshito Usui

■ Director

Mitsuru Hongo

■ Production

Produced by Shinei Animation, TV Asahi, ADK, Futabasha

■Works

©Yoshito Usui/Futabasha, Shinei, TV Asahi, ADK 2008

■ Story

Rise up, hero Shinnosuke. The door of darkness has opened... Shinnosuke is the only one who notices the evil hand. With the legendary sacred treasure, Kinpoko, in his hands, he must protect the Earth!

■Explanation

Shinnosuke accidentally opens a mysterious door. It is a "Door of Darkness" that connects Earth with the dark world "Don Kurai" - a plot by invaders who want to rule the Earth with darkness! However, Shinnosuke is the only one who is aware of this... Shinnosuke has become the "chosen hero" through a series of unexpected events, but the hands of darkness are closing in one after another. With the mysterious boy Mata who appears to protect Shinnosuke and the legendary golden spear in hand, the hero Shinnosuke now rises up! Will Shinnosuke be able to protect the Earth safely?

*Quoted from Bandai Visual

■Cast

・Nohara Shinnosuke/Yajima Akiko/Nohara Misae/Narahashi Miki/Nohara Hiroshi/Fujiwara Keiji/Nohara Himawari/Koorogi Satomi/Shiro, Kazama/Mari Mashiba/Mata Tami/Horie Yui/Nene-chan/Hayashi Tamao/Masao-kun/Ichiryusai Sadatomo/Bo-chan/Sato Chie/Principal teacher/Naya Rokuro/Yoshinaga teacher/Takada Yumi/Matsuzaka teacher/Tomizawa Michie/Mac Ra Kuranosuke/Miyamoto Mitsuru/Chitai/Sakuma Rei・Puririn Ankok / Takako Honda ・Action Kamen / Tesshō Genda ・Sakura Mimiko / Etsuko Kozakura ・Diet member / Shozō Iizuka ・Danra Zaiya / Chafurin ・Chief manager / Daisuke Gōri ・Mata Tabi / Takeharu Onishi ・Alma Jiro / Takuo Kawamura ・Octopus monster / Masayuki Fukusaki ・New employee / Ryuichi Azuma ・Department store clerk / Izumi Nomiya ・Kindergartener / Airi Sakino ・Singing brother / Yoshio Kojima ・Announcer / Sayaka Shimodaira (TV Asahi announcer)
・Gingin (Kuro) / Kurumi Mamiya ・Kinkin / Tomoko Kaneda ・Ass Dark Dark / Banjō Ginga ・Doudou / Narration / Yusaku Yara

■ Main staff

・Original work: Yoshito Usui (Rakudasha)
・Animation directors / Hara Katsunori, Hariganeya Hideo ・Character design / Hayashi Shizuka, Takakura Yoshihiko, Hara Katsunori, Sueyoshi Yuichiro ・Art director / Ishida Akiko, Murakami Yoshiko ・Set design / Yuasa Masaaki ・Director of photography / Umeda Toshiyuki ・Color design / Nonaka Sachiko ・Key animation / Sueyoshi Yuichiro, Hayashi Shizuka, Takakura Yoshihiko, Izumi Kinuko, Omori Takatoshi, Matsuyama Masahiko, Akiyama Kazunori, Kaiya Toshihisa, Okubo Hiroshi, Takahashi Hideki, Nishimura Hiroyuki, Shigemoto Masahiro, Nishiyama Tsutomu, Fukano Toshihiko, Akagi Hiroaki, Nakanishi Aya, Mogi Takuji, Yamaguchi Yasunori, Matsuda Hiromi, Hariganeya Hideo, Hara Katsunori ・Editing / Kojima Toshihiko ・Clay animation / Ishida Takuya ・Sound director / Okuma Akira・Music/Wakakusa Megumi, Arakawa Toshiyuki, Maruo Minoru・Chief Producer/Motegi Hitoshi, Sugiyama Noboru, Matsushita Yoko, Nakajima Kazuki・Director, script, direction/Hongo Mitsuru・Storyboard/Tada Shunsuke, Suma Masato, Hashimoto Masakazu, Hongo Mitsuru・Original character designs for Dog, Cat and Monkey/Ishida Naomi・Animation check/Ohara Kenji・Color design/Ebina Kayoko・Assistant director/Tokonji Satomi・Animation/Jungle Gym, Kyoto Animation, OH Production, Studio Kuma・Finishing/Kyoto Animation, Lightfoot, Trace Studio M, Office Fuu, Wish
・Special effects/Yutaka Hoshiba (animation film)
Background: Studio Uni, Atelier Roque 07
Composite photography/Animation film ・Filming cooperation/Lightfoot ・CGI/Noriyuki Tsutsumi ・Air combat CG production/Sim Image Co., Ltd. ・Opening clay crew/Shiho Hirayama, Tomoko Matsumoto, Radon Ishida (operator), Oshiyo Katada (camera), Tadashi Miyajima (lighting)
・Ending animation: Shizuka Hayashi ・Cooperation: Diomedea, Megaten Studio ・Sound production: AUDIO PLANNING U
Effects: Fizz Sound Creation, Akihiko Matsuda, Atsushi Harada, Masahiro Shoji, Kentaro Washio Recording studio: APU MEGURO STUDIO
・Mixer: Hisanori Oshiro ・Assistant mixers: Nao Murakoshi, Takaaki Uchiyama, Hisashi Yamamoto, Nobutaka Taguchi ・Sound production desk: Keiko Urakami ・Music cooperation: Imagine, Yuji Saito, Masaru ・Music engineer: Mitsutoki Nakamura ・Dolby Film consultants: Tsutomu Kawahigashi, Mikio Mori, Continental Far East Co., Ltd.
・Digital optical recording / Nishio Noboru・Editing / Okayasu Promotion, Miyake Keiki / Nakaba Yumiko, Murai Hideaki, Fujimoto Riko・Shooting data management / Kashiwabara Kenji・Development / Tokyo Development Laboratory・HD editing / Kanazawa Akihiro, Yamamoto Yohei, Kanazawa Yoshiaki, Nomoto Kenichi・Film recording / Masuda Yoshifumi・Timing / Ide Yoshio・Lab coordination / Inoue Junichi・Lab management / Toshida Asami・Lab producer / Kato Yoshito・Production committee / Matsuhisa Tomoharu (TV Asahi), Ono Hitoshi (TV Asahi), Ogawa Kunie (ADK), Tsutsumi Naoyuki (ADK), Nakano Masashi (Futabasha)
Producers: Yasushi Wada, Yuki Yoshida, Naomi Nishiguchi (TV Asahi), Rika Tsurusaki (ADK), Toru Masuo (Futabasha)
Assistant Producer: Masayuki Osawa Production Desk: Yoshishi Chonan, Yoshiki Mabuchi Production Assistants: Yosuke Suzuki, Satoshi Yamazaki, Kenichi Suzuki, Kazuki Nakamura Production: Shin-Ei Animation, TV Asahi, ADK, Futabasha

■ Main Characters

●The Nohara Family: Shinnosuke The most troublesome 5-year-old boy in Japan. He likes beautiful women and the sweet "Chocobi." His foolish behavior causes trouble for adults. Misae is the only one who can stop him!
Misae is Shinnosuke's mother. She always fails at dieting and is often teased about her big butt. She has three sisters, the younger sister "Musae" who is an aspiring photographer, and the older sister "Masae".
・Himawari Shinnosuke's younger sister. Even though she is still an infant, she loves handsome men and shiny things. I wonder who she takes after.
・Hiroshi Shinnosuke's dad. Futaba Shoji Sales Department 2nd Section Chief. Is Shin-chan's love for older women the result of his upbringing?
・Shiro The Nohara family's pet. Shiro is the most reliable member of the family.

Masao of the Kasukabe Defense Force is timid and prone to making mistakes. His dream is to become a manga artist.
・Kazama-kun has wisdom and confidence beyond what you would expect from a kindergartener.
・Nene-chan is a precocious girl. When she gets angry, she takes out her frustration on stuffed animals...
・Bo-chan is quiet and spacey, but he can be relied on in times of need.

●Teacher and principal of Futaba Kindergarten (group leader) The teacher looks intimidating, but he is a kind principal. He is not a group leader.
・Teacher Yoshinaga Shinnosuke's homeroom teacher.
・Matsuzaka sensei is a very arrogant and proud person. He often clashes with Yoshinaga sensei.
・Mr. Ageo is easygoing and does things at his own pace. He sometimes lets his true colors show.

■ Related works

・Crayon Shin-chan TV series

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・De-O in a relaxed atmosphere!
Lyrics by Yuji Muto, Music by Yasunari Nakamura, Arrangement by Takafumi Iwasaki, Singer by Shinnosuke Nohara (Akiko Yajima)

・IN1
・Money, Money, Money ・Lyrics by Mitsuru Hongo ・Music by Toshiyuki Arakawa ・Singer by Mac La Kuranosuke (Mitsuru Miyamoto)

・IN2
・Viva Bibazunzun Exercise ・Lyrics by Mitsuru Hongo ・Music by Toshiyuki Arakawa ・Singer by Uta no Onii-san (Yoshio Kojima)

・IN3
・The Dreams of Small Birds・Lyrics by Mitsuru Hongo・Music by Megumi Wakakusa・Singer by Mata Tami (Yui Horie)

・ED1
・Let's be popular!
・Lyrics by DJ OZMA
・Composition/Seiranmaru ・Arrangement/DJ OZMA
・Vocals: DJ OZMA

Review and recommendation of the movie Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called: The Hero of the Golden Spear!

"Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Storm Called: The Hero of the Golden Spear!" is the 16th film in the Crayon Shin-chan series, released in 2008. This film combines the traditional humor and adventure of the series, making it a must-see for fans. Below, we will take a closer look at the story, characters, production background, music, and recommendations for viewers of this film.

Story and Themes

The story of this film begins when Shinnosuke accidentally opens the "Door of Darkness." This door connects Earth to the dark world "Don Kurai," and hides a plot by invaders who want to rule Earth in darkness. Shinnosuke is the only person who notices this plot, and takes the legendary sacred artifact "Golden Spear" in his hand and begins the battle to protect the Earth.

The story depicts Shinnosuke's growth as a hero and the bonds he forms with his family and friends, making it enjoyable for both children and adults. In particular, the scene in which Shinnosuke rises up as the "chosen hero" is a touching moment for fans of the series, and the story is a perfect blend of adventure and humor.

character

The main characters of the series are featured in this work. The protagonist, Nohara Shinnosuke, continues to be a troublesome 5-year-old, but this time he shows a new side as a brave man. Shinnosuke's family, Misae, Hiroshi, Himawari, and his pet Shiro also play important roles, and family ties are at the heart of the story.

Also, the mysterious boy Mata Tami, who appears as a new character, is an important presence who supports Shinnosuke. Mata Tami's character adds depth to Shinnosuke's adventure and adds new appeal to the story. In addition, Masao-kun, Kazama-kun, Nene-chan, and Bo-chan, members of the Kasukabe Defense Force, also make use of their individual personalities to liven up the story.

Background

The film is directed by Mitsuru Hongo, who also wrote the script. Hongo has worked on many of the Crayon Shin-chan film series, and is known for his unique humor and moving storytelling. The animation directors are Katsunori Hara and Hideo Hariganeya, and the character designs are Shizuka Hayashi, Yoshihiko Takakura, Katsunori Hara, and Yuichiro Sueyoshi, providing beautiful visuals.

The film is a joint production between Shin-Ei Animation, TV Asahi, ADK, and Futabasha, and is based on the manga "Crayon Shin-chan" by Yoshito Usui. Thanks to the efforts of the production team, they were able to depict new adventures and characters while still maintaining the traditional style of the series.

music

The film's music was composed by Megumi Wakakusa, Toshiyuki Arakawa, and Minoru Maruo. The theme song, "Yuru Yuru de DE-O!", is particularly well-known to fans of the series, and is sung by Akiko Yajima, who plays Shinnosuke Nohara. The insert songs "Money, Money, Money," "Viva Bibazunzun Exercise," and "The Dreams of Little Birds" also liven up each scene and add depth to the story. The ending theme, "Let's Be Popular!", is by DJ OZMA, and is a song that livens up the ending of the film.

Recommendation to viewers

"Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Storm Calling: The Hero of the Golden Spear!" is a must-see for fans of the Crayon Shin-chan series. The story combines the series' traditional humor and adventure, making it enjoyable for children and adults alike. Other highlights include the introduction of new characters Mata Tami and Shinnosuke's growth as a hero.

In addition, the film's beautiful visuals and moving music are also appealing, and have the power to draw viewers into the world of the story. Watching it with family and friends will make it even more enjoyable. In particular, the story of Shinnosuke's adventures and the ties of family will provide viewers with emotion and laughter, allowing them to spend a heartwarming time.

This movie is recommended not only for fans of the Crayon Shin-chan series, but also for those who like anime and comedy movies. Be sure to watch the movie "Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called: The Hero of the Golden Spear!" and enjoy Shinnosuke's adventures and humor.