Penguin no Mondai Max - In-depth review and recommended points

Penguin no Mondaimax - Penguin no Mondaimax

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

April 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011 TV Tokyo series April 3, 2010 to March 26, 2011 (Episodes 1 to 51) Every Saturday 8:30 to 9:00

*Broadcast on TV Tokyo's "Oha Coliseum" anime slot

■Broadcasting station

TV Tokyo series

■Frequencies

10 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 51

■Original Story

Yuji Nagai

■ Director

Jun Kamiya

■ Production

Animation Production: Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment Production: Shogakukan Shueisha Productions, TV Tokyo

■Works

©Yuji Nagai/Shogakukan, ShoPro, TV TOKYO

■ Story

Kinoshita Beckham, a Penguin Elementary School student in class 5-1 at Kirikabu Elementary School!
This super troublemaker is full of things to point out, and he causes one problem after another, dragging everyone around him down!
He also has many catchphrases such as "What is it?", "Sure Beckham", and "Please pen it."
Beckham has a lot of strange friends around him!
His classmate, Yamada Naoto, is always being bossed around by Beckham. He's a good friend and a good straight man! His classmates include Yumi and Okamoto Paul.
Although Yumi-chan is an idol-like figure, she is also a bit of an airhead and sometimes does things that are unimaginable!? Okamoto Paul is a mohawk boy who is usually quiet and it's hard to tell what he's thinking.
The Mohawk has a secret!
And there's Beckham's 74-year-old grandmother, Charlotte Takahashi, who looks after him like a mother.
Despite its appearance, it possesses incredible power and sometimes grows to a gigantic size!
Inoue Michael is a cute squirrel who looks up to Beckham as an older brother.
And the naked gentleman, Gordon Watanabe, wearing nothing but a hat.
There are lots of strange characters!!
Beckham's rival penguin, Johnny Kobayashi, also appears, and the issues that arise become even more extreme!!

...It's so funny, please give it a go!

■Explanation

It was broadcast on TV Tokyo's "Ohakoro" every Saturday morning from 8:30.
Penguin Elementary School student Kinoshita Beckham creates absurd gags!
It's so funny, "Please pen it!"
This is a full 3D CG animation where unique CG characters cause mayhem every time!

*Quoted from Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment official website

■Cast

・Kinoshita Beckham／Ito Miyako・Yamada Naoto／Matsumoto Sachi・Matsui Yumi／Goto Saori・Takahashi Charlotte／Aikawa Rikako・Okamoto Paul／Kawada Shinji・Kobayashi Johnny／Morikawa Toshiyuki・Inoue Michael／Cho・Watanabe Gordon／Miyake Kenta・Matsuura Sensei／Terada Haruhi

■ Main staff

・Original story by Yuji Nagai (serialized in Monthly CoroCoro Comic)
・Conceptual cooperation: Toshiyuki Arai ・Supervisors: Yasuyuki Sakami, Toshihiro Nakazawa ・Advisor: Akira Ishiseki ・Director: Jun Kamiya ・Assistant Director: Takuya Minezawa ・3DCG Director: Maiko Nakata, Takuya Minezawa ・Series composition: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu ・Screenplay: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu, Yui Enatsu, Hiro Masaki, Jun Kamiya, Toshihisa Arakawa, Takuya Masumoto, Yuko Fukuda, Shigenori Tanabe ・Character Screenplay by Mitsuru Kuwabata, Storyboard by Jun Kamiya, Takuya Minezawa, Masahiko Ota, Atsuo Tobe, Akihiro Enomoto, Hajime Nishi, Makoto Moriwaki, Toyoo Ashida, Masatoshi Hakata, Takayuki Chiba, Asuka Abe, Tsutomu Naniwa, Masato Tamagawa, Yusuke Takita, Tsukasa Kawasaki, Director by Takuya Minezawa, Sound Director by Jun Watanabe, Editor by Mutsumi Takemiya, Music by Shuhei Naruse, Sound Effects by Masami Kitakata (Fizz Sound Creation)
・Sound Mixer: Nobutaka Hirooka ・Sound Editor: Akane Yamago ・Animation Production: Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment ・Animation Producer: Takehito Ueno, Yukio Noda ・Production: TV Tokyo, Shogakukan Productions

■ Main Characters

A mysterious penguin suddenly appears at Kinoshita Beckham Kirikabu Elementary School. Is he a super problem child with too many things to point out?
・Yamada Naoto Although he is always bossed around by Beckham, they are very good friends. He is a good friend of Beckham and a good straight man!!
・She's an idol on the same level as Matsui Yumi, but she also has a slightly naive side...!?
・Takahashi Charlotte A motherly old lady. Despite her appearance, she has incredible power. She's really strong!!!
・Okamoto Paul A quiet boy with a mohawk who is Beckham's classmate. His mohawk has a big secret...!!
・Kobayashi Johnny A penguin who is quick to get into a fight and has a grudge against Beckham. What will be the outcome of his showdown with Beckham...?
Inoue is a cute squirrel who looks up to Michael Beckham as an older brother. However, he's not very smart...!?
Gordon Watanabe is a true gentleman who treats everyone with courtesy. However, his appearance is different, even though he wears a hat.

■Subtitle

・Episode 1: The Shumai Problem (2010/04/03)
・Episode 2: Ecological Issues (2010/04/10)
・Episode 3: The Problem of the Pen (2010/04/17)
・Episode 4/The Ninja Problem (2010/04/24)
・Episode 5: The Werewolf Problem (2010/05/01)
・Episode 6: The Young Master's Problem (2010/05/08)
・Episode 7: Pattern Problems (2010/05/15)
・Episode 8: Dodgeball Problem (2010/05/22)
・Episode 9: The chime problem (2010/05/29)
・Episode 10: The Chase Problem (2010/06/05)
・Episode 11: The Lost Problem (2010/06/12)
・Episode 12: The Cow Problem (2010/06/19)
・Episode 13/Switch Problem (2010/06/26)
・Episode 14/Camping Problems (2010/07/03)
・Episode 15/House Beckham Problems (2010/07/10)
・Episode 16/The Retirement Problem (2010/07/17)
・Episode 17: Adult Problems (2010/07/24)
・Episode 18/Happy's Problem (2010/07/31)
・Episode 19/Pension Problems (2010/08/07)
・Episode 20: The Problem of Tights (2010/08/14)
・Episode 21/Max's Problem (2010/08/21)
・Episode 22/Summer Vacation Problems (2010/08/28)
・Episode 23/Grand Prix Problem (2010/09/04)
・Episode 24: The problem of eating as much as you want (2010/09/11)
・Episode 25: The Problem of Insects (2010/09/18)
・Episode 26: Railway Issues (2010/09/25)
・Episode 27/Hawaii's Problems (2010/10/02)
・Episode 28: Problems at the Sports Day (2010/10/09)
・Episode 29/Bathroom Problems (2010/10/16)
・Episode 30/Glove Problem (2010/10/23)
・Episode 31: Sleeping Problems (2010/10/30)
・Episode 32/Bento Problem (2010/11/06)
・Episode 33: The Super Detective's Problem (2010/11/13)
・Episode 34/Diet Problems (2010/11/20)
・Episode 35: My Brother's Problems (2010/11/27)
・Episode 36/The Mummy Problem (2010/12/04)
・Episode 37: Lucky's Problem (2010/12/11)
・Episode 38/Reading Problems (2010/12/18)
・Episode 39: Problems of the Wild (2010/12/25)
・Episode 40/Experiment Problem (2011/01/08)
・Episode 41: The 3D Problem (2011/01/15)
・Episode 42: Problems of Growth (2011/01/22)
・Episode 43: Problems of the New Continent (2011/01/29)
・Episode 44: The Problem of Double Kururinpa (2011/02/05)
・Episode 45/Game Problems (2011/02/12)
・Episode 46: Magic Trick Problem (2011/02/19)
・Episode 47: The Problem of Beauty (2011/02/26)
・Episode 48/Shop Problems (2011/03/05)
・Episode 49: The Goodbye Problem (2011/03/19)
・Episode 50: The Super Hero Problem (2011/03/26)
・Special Edition/News Issues (2011/03/26)

■ Related works

・Penguin no Mondai ・Penguin no Mondai DX?
・Penguin Problem POW
・The Movie Penguin no Mondai: Pen with the Blue Bird of Happiness

Penguin no Mondai Max - Detailed Review and Recommendation

"Penguin no Mondai Max" is a full 3DCG animation based on the original work by Yuji Nagai, which aired on TV Tokyo from 2010 to 2011. This anime is a comedy anime that depicts a series of problems caused by Kinoshita Beckham, a penguin elementary school student who attends Kirikabu Elementary School, and is characterized by humorous stories that unfold with unique characters in each episode. Below, we will provide a detailed review and recommendation of this work.

Story and Characters

The story of "Penguin no Mondai Max" revolves around a penguin elementary school student named Kinoshita Beckham. Beckham is a super troublemaker with plenty of things to point out, causing one problem after another and involving the people around him. His catchphrases such as "What's up?", "S-Beckham", and "Please pen" leave a strong impression on viewers.

Many unique characters appear around Beckham. His classmate Yamada Naoto is a good friend of Beckham, even though he is at the mercy of Beckham, and plays an active role as a straight man. Matsui Yumi is an idol of the class, but she is also a little naive and sometimes behaves unpredictably. Okamoto Paul is a mohawk boy who is quiet and difficult to understand what he is thinking, but his mohawk hides a secret. Takahashi Charlotte is a 74-year-old grandmother, but despite her appearance, she has incredible power and sometimes grows to a giant size. Inoue Michael is a squirrel who adores Beckham like an older brother, and his not very smart character makes the story more interesting. Watanabe Gordon is a naked gentleman who is wearing nothing but a hat, and his politeness and eccentric appearance are impressive. And Kobayashi Johnny, Beckham's rival, is a good fighter, and his confrontations with Beckham add excitement to the story.

The stories woven by these characters are themed around a new issue each time, so viewers never tire of them. For example, "The Shumai Problem" depicts an episode in which Beckham stirs up a fuss over shumai, while "The Ecology Problem" features a humorous development themed around environmental issues. "The Penguin Smell Problem" deals with the issue of penguins' smell, while "The Ninja Problem" focuses on playing ninja. By dealing with a wide variety of themes in this way, the show provides viewers with fresh surprises and laughter.

Animation and performance

"Penguin no Mondai Max" was created using a technique called full 3DCG animation. This technique allows for smooth character movements and realistic expression. In particular, Beckham's movements and expressions are made comical while taking advantage of the characteristics of a penguin, enhancing the visual interest. In addition, 3DCG-specific expressions are used effectively in scenes such as the scene where Takahashi Charlotte becomes gigantic and the scene where the secret of Okamoto Paul's mohawk is revealed.

In terms of directing, Takuya Minezawa and other staff members have put in a lot of effort under the direction of Director Jun Kamiya. In terms of storyboards and directing, different themes are skillfully depicted for each episode, and efforts have been made to keep viewers from getting bored. Additionally, the sound effects and background music by Sound Director Jun Watanabe and Music Composer Shuhei Naruse are also important elements in livening up the atmosphere of the work. In particular, the timing of Beckham's catchphrase, "Please pen it," and the sound effects that match the movements of the characters are key points that draw laughter from the viewers.

Cast and voice actors

The cast of Penguin no Mondai Max is supported by voice actors who bring out the individuality of each character. Miyako Ito, who plays Kinoshita Beckham, skillfully expresses Beckham's humorous personality, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Sachi Matsumoto, who plays Yamada Naoto, is Beckham's good friend and straight man, and adds tsukkomi at the right time to liven up the story. Saori Goto, who plays Matsui Yumi, cutely plays a naive character, and Rikako Aikawa, who plays Takahashi Charlotte, powerfully expresses the powerful personality of the grandmother. Shinji Kawada, who plays Okamoto Paul, quietly plays a silent mohawk boy, and Toshiyuki Morikawa, who plays Kobayashi Johnny, shows off a voice that makes you feel the strength of a rival. Cho, who plays Inoue Michael, exquisitely expresses the cuteness and stupidity of a squirrel, and Kenta Miyake, who plays Watanabe Gordon, politely plays a gentlemanly character. The performances of these voice actors further enhance the individuality of the characters and increase the appeal of the work.

Related works and recommendations

"Penguin no Mondai Max" is one of the "Penguin no Mondai" series created by Yuji Nagai, and other related works include "Penguin no Mondai", "Penguin no Mondai DX?", and "Penguin no Mondai POW". In addition, a movie version, "Penguin no Mondai The Movie: Pennaise with the Blue Bird of Happiness", has also been produced, so you can enjoy the whole series.

The reasons why I recommend this work are as follows:

1. **Humorous story**: Each episode deals with a new issue, and the story development keeps viewers engaged. The humorous exchanges between the characters, centered around Beckham, can be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

2. **Unique characters**: Each character has their own unique personality, and each character adds excitement to the story. In particular, Beckham's humorous personality and Charlotte Takahashi's powerful character capture the hearts of viewers.

3. **Full 3DCG animation**: The full 3DCG animation technology makes the character movements and expressions smooth and realistic. In particular, the movements of Beckham and the giant-sized scene of Charlotte Takahashi are visually interesting.

4. **Excellent voice acting**: The voice actors who play each character are excellent and bring out the personality of the characters. In particular, the performances of Miyako Ito as Beckham and Sachi Matsumoto as Naoto Yamada will make you laugh.

5. **Existence of related works**: There are many other related works in the "Penguin no Mondai" series, and you can enjoy the whole series. In particular, the movie version "Penguin no Mondai: Pennaise with the Blue Bird of Happiness" can be enjoyed as the culmination of the series.

As mentioned above, "Penguin no Mondai Max" is a work with many charms, including a humorous storyline, unique characters, full 3DCG animation technology, excellent voice actors, and the existence of related works. This work can be enjoyed by both children and adults, so we recommend that you check it out.