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"Planzet" - A fierce battle for the extinction of humanity

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

May 22, 2010 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Distribution: CoMix Wave Films, Inc.

■Frequencies

53 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Awazu Jun

■ Director

Awazu Jun

■ Production

Produced by CoMix Wave Films, Media Factory

■Works

©Jun Awazu/MEDIA FACTORY/CoMix Wave Films

■ Story

"2053, Humanity, rise up before your extinction"
The year is 2053. Earth has lost most of its population to an invasion by mysterious life forms that suddenly appeared from outer space. As all of humanity's counterattack plans end in failure, the Japanese Frontline Army's Fuji Base plans a final operation, "Plan Zette," to strike at the enemy's base. Akeshima Taishi, a robot weapon pilot, is ordered to defend the base at all costs in this operation, which cannot afford to fail. Before the battle, Taishi evacuates his only remaining family member, his younger sister Koyomi, to the safety of Mars. As Taishi and his comrades set out, they are faced with an overwhelming number of enemies. How will humanity fight back against the threat of extinction?

*Quoted from the official Comix Wave Film website

■Explanation

The director is Jun Awazu, who directed the previous film "Planet Giant Monster Negadon". Popular voice actor Mamoru Miyano plays Taishi Akishima, and Kaori Ishihara plays Koyomi Akishima. The highlight of the film is the spectacular visuals that combine the image production, which reproduces the film quality of the Showa era, and is sprinkled with homages to good old special effects movies, with CG technology.

*Quoted from the official Comix Wave Film website

■Cast

・Akeshima Taishi/Miyano Mamoru・Akeshima Koyomi/Ishihara Kaori・Yuura Yoshizawa/Takeuchi Junko・Tazaki Ken/Tsuda Kenjiro・Sagawa Kaori/Terasaki Yuka・Akeshima Takashiro/Iwasaki Masami・Yoshizawa Area Chief/Yusaku Yara

■ Main staff

・Original story, script, storyboard, director: Awazu Jun・CG director: Miyahara Makoto・CG production: Kawai Kanji, Takeuchi Yoshitaka・Matte painting: Taniji Takumi, Shimada Minako・Animation cooperation: Shirogumi, Shirogumi Human Studio, Taiyo Kikaku, Marine Post, Samurai Pictures, Kondo Nozomi・Sound director: Yamada Akira・Music, effects: Terasawa Shingo・Production cooperation: Ogawa Tomohiro, Ito Koichiro・Executive producers: Kawaguchi Noriyoshi, Nagata Katsuji, Nitta Tatsuhiro・Line producer: Sakai Yuichi・Producer: Kazumi Kadonami・Production: Comix Wave Film, Media Factory・Distribution, promotion: Comix Wave Film

■ Main Characters

・Taishi Akishima
25 years old. Six years ago, he enlisted in the Planetary Self-Defense Force to avenge his father, who died during an invasion by the extraterrestrial lifeform FOS. He trains hard every day as a pilot for the robot weapon GL. He lives apart from his younger sister and rarely sees her.
・Akishima Koyomi
13 years old. Taishi's younger sister. She is attending a training school for military officers at her brother's suggestion. She is always worried about her brother, who chose to become a soldier just like their father, who died in a battle to intercept the FOS.
Yura Yoshizawa is a major in the Planet Self-Defense Forces Alliance. She is obsessed with getting promoted in the military and is ruthless in carrying out her operations.
Ken Tazaki is a captain and the leader of the GL squad. He is like an older brother to Taishi and Kaori.
Kaori Sagawa is Akishima's junior. A GL pilot. She speaks fluent Kumamoto dialect, but thinks she speaks standard Japanese.
Takashi Akishima: Taishi and Koyomi's father. An ace pilot of the Defense Forces. He was called up to intercept the FOS six years ago and never returned.

■ Theme songs and music

・TM1
・The Dragon Palace Messenger・Lyrics by Ueda Gen・Music by Ueda Gen・Singer by Moto Chitose

The appeal and reputation of "Planzet"

Set on Earth in the year 2053, "Plan Zett" depicts the fierce battle to protect humanity from the invasion of the mysterious life form FOS. Director Jun Awazu pursued visual beauty that paid homage to special effects films in his previous work "Negadon: The Giant Monster of the Planet," and continues that style in "Plan Zett." The images, which reproduce the quality of Showa-era film while making full use of CG technology, recreate the atmosphere of good old special effects films with modern technology, and are full of visual appeal.

The central character of the story is Akishima Taishi, and Miyano Mamoru's voice acting skills are fully displayed. Ishihara Kaori, who plays Taishi's younger sister Koyomi, also carefully expresses her anxiety and feelings towards her brother, and the relationship between the two adds depth to the story. The acting of the cast, including Takeuchi Junko as Yoshizawa Yuura and Tsuda Kenjiro as Tazaki Ken, is also superb, and the individuality of the characters stands out.

The story of "Plan Zett" depicts the fight for the survival of humanity against the backdrop of a science fiction setting of an extraterrestrial invasion. In particular, the tension of the final operation "Plan Zett" and the scenes depicting family love are deeply moving and deeply move the audience. The scene in which Taishi evacuates his sister to Mars during the battle with FOS evokes the bond of family and symbolizes the harshness of the battle.

Visually, the fusion of CG and live action is superb, with the intensity of the battle scenes being particularly impressive. The design and movements of the robot weapon GL are also realistic, creating a visual impact. In addition, the images, which reproduce the quality of Showa era film, give a sense of both nostalgia and newness at the same time, making this a must-see for fans of special effects movies.

In terms of music, the theme songs "TM1" and "Ryugu no Tsukai" sung by Moto Chitose add to the atmosphere of the work. The music, written and composed by Ueda Gen, deeply reflects the theme of the story and has the effect of evoking the emotions of the viewer.

Recommended points of "Planzet"

"Planzet" is a must-see for fans of special effects movies and science fiction anime. Here are some recommended points:

1. A tribute to Showa era special effects movies

The images that reproduce the quality of Showa era film are irresistible for fans of special effects movies. The beauty of the images that reproduce the atmosphere of good old special effects movies with modern technology provides a visual treat.

2. A touching story about family love

The relationship between Taishi Akishima and his sister Koyomi, and their struggle to overcome the death of their father, is a touching story of family love. In particular, the scene where Taishi evacuates his sister to Mars is sure to bring tears to your eyes.

3. Powerful battle scenes

The battle scenes, which combine CG and live action, are extremely realistic and powerful. The design and movements of the GL robot weapons are also impressive, creating a strong visual impact.

4. Cast performances

The performances of the cast, including Miyano Mamoru and Ishihara Kaori, bring out the individuality of the characters, and the performances of these two voice actors especially stand out in the scenes depicting the relationship between Akishima Taishi and Koyomi.

5. The appeal of music

The theme songs "TM1" and "Ryugu no Tsukai" sung by Moto Chitose are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the work. The songs, written and composed by Ueda Gen, deeply reflect the theme of the story and enhance the emotions of the viewer.

summary

Planzetto is a work with many charms, including a beautiful visual that combines homage to special effects movies with modern CG technology, a moving story about family love, powerful battle scenes, the acting of the cast, and charming music. It is a must-see for fans of special effects movies and science fiction anime. This work, which depicts a fierce battle and family ties set on Earth in 2053, will satisfy you both visually and emotionally.