A thorough review of the emotion and depth of bonds in "NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: Bonds"!

Appeal and evaluation of "NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: Bonds"

■Overview of the work

Naruto Shippuden the Movie: Kizuna is an anime film that was released on August 2, 2008. It is the second film in the series based on Masashi Kishimoto's popular manga Naruto. It was directed by Kamegaki Hajime, animated by Studio Pierrot, and distributed by Toho. The 93-minute film is set in the Hidden Leaf Village and follows Naruto and his friends as they face off against a new enemy known as the "Sky Ninja."

■ Story

The Hidden Leaf Village is suddenly attacked by a group of ninjas called the Sky Ninjas who fly in from the sea. The ninjas from the Sky Country, which was supposed to have been destroyed by Konoha, attack the village with incredible technical skills and fearsome offensive power. Learning of the village's crisis, Naruto and his friends meet a skilled doctor, Shennong, and begin their journey with Amaru, a girl who claims to be his disciple. Amaru's village has also been attacked by someone, so Naruto and his friends set out on a journey to find out the cause. Then, as it becomes clear that the Sky Ninjas' goal is revenge against Konoha, Naruto's old friend Sasuke appears before him.

■Explanation

The movie "NARUTO Shippuden: Kizuna" revolves around the theme of whether the bonds between ninjas can save the village. The deadly battle with the "Sky Ninja" army, which takes place in the skies above Konoha Village, creates visual impact and tension. The reunion of Naruto and Sasuke is also a major highlight for fans of the series. The importance of "bonds" is depicted through the relationships between characters such as Shennong and Amaru, and Naruto and Sasuke.

■Cast

The voice actors for the main characters are as follows:

• Naruto Uzumaki: Junko Takeuchi
• Sakura Haruno: Chie Nakamura
• Sasuke Uchiha: Noriaki Sugiyama
• Shinno: Ishizuka Unsho
• Amal: Kumai Motoko
• Hatake Kakashi: Kazuhiko Inoue
• Yamato: Rikiya Koyama
• Nara Shikamaru: Morikubo Shoutarou
• Hinata Hyuga: Nana Mizuki
• Rhino: Satoshi Hino
• Shino Aburame: Shinji Kawada
• Choji Akimichi: Kentaro Ito
• Hinata Neji: Tono and Koichi
• Shizune: Keiko Nemoto
• Orochimaru: Whale
• Healing Kabuto: Kanna Nobutoshi
• Fifth Hokage Tsunade: Masako Katsuki
• Jiraiya: Otsuka Houchu

■ Main staff

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

• Original author: Masashi Kishimoto
• Director: Kamegaki Hajime
• Screenplay: Junki Takegami
• Character design: Tetsuya Nishio
• Main visual concept: Hidetsugu Ito
• Storyboard: Mamoru Sasaki, Kazunori Mizuno, Futoshi Higashide, Hajime Kamegaki
• Directed by: Junyasu Furukawa, Kazunori Mizuno, Futoshi Higashide
• Chief animation director: Mamoru Sasaki
• Animation directors: Mamoru Sasaki, Hiroyuki Horiuchi, Yuko Kusumoto, Kenichi Konishi, Hiroshi Masuda, Hirofumi Suzuki
• Effects animation director: Hiroshi Masuda, Shuji Ito
• Art: Hitoshi Nagasaki, Yuji Ikeda
• Color design: Iwami Mika
• 3D CGI Director: Wu Hsinhong
• Director of photography: Atsuho Matsumoto
• Edited by Yukie Oikawa and Seiji Morita
• Music: Yasuharu Takanashi, Yaiba
• Sound Director: Yasunori Ebina
• Recording direction: Chiharu Kamio
• Producers: Mikihiko Fukazawa, Masashi Matsui
• Animation production: studio Pierrot
• Produced by: Naruto the Movie Production Committee (TV Tokyo, Shueisha, Pierrot, Aniplex, Dentsu, Bandai)

■ Main Characters

Let's take a closer look at the main characters of this work.

• Uzumaki Naruto : He has extraordinary stamina and a fantastic imagination, and the great demon "Nine-Tailed Fox" is sealed within his body. Naruto is depicted as continuing to fight to protect his friends.
• Sakura Haruno : A kunoichi who is good at genjutsu and brain warfare. Although she often provides rear support during missions, her natural strength gives her great fighting ability. Sakura's growth and consideration for her comrades are emphasized.
• Sasuke Uchiha : He left everything behind and left Konoha Village to join Orochimaru. In this work, he tries to contact Shinno in order to obtain the secret book he has. Sasuke's conflict and his relationship with Naruto are depicted.
• Shennong : A wandering doctor who traveled across the continent to treat people. He learns of the crisis in Amaru's village and acts together with Naruto. But behind the scenes... Shennong's true purpose is an important key to the story.
• Amaru : A girl who lives in a village on the outskirts of the Land of Fire. When her village is attacked, she visits the village of Konoha to ask for help. Amaru's purity and strong will add depth to the story.

■ Related works

"NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: Bonds" is related to the following works:

• NARUTO
• Naruto the Movie: The Great Action! Yukihime Ninja Scroll!!
• NARUTO: The Movie - The Great Clash! The Phantom Underground Ruins
• 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: 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
• BORUTO NARUTO NEXT GENERATIONS

■ Theme songs and music

The theme song for this film is "NO RAIN NO RAINBOW" by HOME MADE KAZOKU. The lyrics are by KURO, MICRO, and U-ICH, the music is by KURO, MICRO, U-ICHI, and Yuji Kano (Taja), and the arrangement is by HOME MADE KAZOKU and Yuji Kano. This song contains a powerful message that symbolizes the battles and bonds between Naruto and his friends.

■ Evaluation and impressions

"NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: Kizuna" is a work that fans of the series cannot miss. In particular, the scene where Naruto and Sasuke reunite is a scene that strongly conveys the core theme of the series, "bonds," and moved many viewers. In addition, the introduction of a new enemy, the "Sky Ninja," and new characters, Shennong and Amaru, add freshness and depth to the story.

The quality of the animation is also high, especially the powerful battle scenes and beautiful backgrounds. Studio Pierrot's technical skills are fully displayed, providing plenty of visual enjoyment. The music is also used effectively to match the development of the story, and the theme song "NO RAIN NO RAINBOW" in particular contains a powerful message that symbolizes the battles and bonds between Naruto and his friends.

However, some viewers have commented that the story is a bit monotonous and predictable, and fans of the original work have also noted some discomfort with the setting and character behavior. Overall, however, it has been a satisfying work for fans of the series, and has been praised for delving deeper into the relationship between Naruto and Sasuke, and the theme of "bonds."

■ Recommendation points

Here are some reasons why we recommend "NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: Bonds."

• Naruto and Sasuke's reunion : This is one of the most touching scenes for fans of the series, and explores the relationship between the two and the theme of "bonds."
• Introduction of new characters : The appearance of Shennong and Amar gives the story new perspectives and depth. In particular, Shennong's hidden side and Amar's purity add excitement to the story.
• Visually stunning : Studio Pierrot's high-quality animation makes for powerful fight scenes and beautiful backgrounds.
• The strength of the theme song : HOME MADE KAZOKU's "NO RAIN NO RAINBOW" contains a powerful message that symbolizes the battles and bonds between Naruto and his friends.
• Deepening themes of the series : This film delves deeply into the theme of "bonds," making it a must-watch for fans of the series.

Conclusion

"NARUTO Shippuden the Movie: Bonds" is a must-see for fans of the series, and has been praised for its deep depiction of Naruto and Sasuke's reunion and the theme of "bonds." The introduction of new characters and visual beauty are also highlights, making it a satisfying film overall. This is a film that can be recommended not only to fans of the series, but also to viewers looking for action anime and a moving story.