Appeal and Review of the Movie "TIGER & BUNNY The Rising": The Heroes' New Challenge

"TIGER & BUNNY The Rising": Heroes' Bonds and New Challenges

"TIGER & BUNNY The Rising" is an anime film produced by Sunrise that was released on February 8, 2014. This work is a sequel to the TV series "TIGER & BUNNY" and depicts the heroes' new adventures and growth. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this movie, as well as recommended points.

■ Public Information

Release media: Theatrical Original media: Original anime Release date: February 8, 2014 Distributors: Shochiku, T-Joy Running time: 108 minutes Number of episodes: 1 Original work: Sunrise Director: Yonetani Yoshitomo Production: Sunrise, T&B MOVIE PARTNERS
Copyright: ©SUNRISE/T&B MOVIE PARTNERS

■ Story

Wild Tiger, also known as Kotetsu T. Kaburagi, and Barnaby Brooks Jr., who have returned to being heroes, continue to argue as heroes in the second division, but are working to solve the city's crimes. Meanwhile, Barnaby, seeing the members of the first division, says that he wants to return to the first division. Kotetsu tries to advise Barnaby, but has mixed feelings about it.

Meanwhile, Apollon Media, the company Wild Tiger and Barnaby belong to, welcomes charismatic businessman Mark Schneider as its new owner and is trying to turn the company around. As part of this, Schneider decides to get Barnaby back into the first division, but Barnaby's partner is not Wild Tiger, but the new hero Golden Ryan (Ryan Goldsmith).

At the same time, a series of strange incidents occur in Sternbild. The incidents, reminiscent of divine punishment meted out to Sternbild by the legendary goddess, may foretell the destruction of the city... Three NEXTs lurk in the shadows of the incidents. What is the true purpose of the incidents? As Justice Day, the day to celebrate the legend of the goddess, approaches, the heroes, who are at the mercy of the mystery, face a further crisis.

■Cast

・Kaburagi T. Kotetsu (Wild Tiger) / Hirata Hiroaki Barnaby Brooks Jr. / Morita Masakazu Ryan Goldsmith (Golden Ryan) / Nakamura Yuichi Karina Lyle (Blue Rose) / Kotobuki Minako Antonio Lopez (Rock Bison) / Kusunoki Daisuke Huang Paolin (Dragon Kid) / Ise Mariya Nathan Seymour (Fire Emblem) / Tsuda Kenjiro Keith Goodman (Sky High) / Inoue Tsuyoshi Ivan Karelin (Origami Cyclone) / Okamoto Nobuhiko Yuri Petrov (Lunatic) / Yusa Koji Richard Max / Koyama Rikiya Kasha Graham / Mizuki Nana Johnny Wong / Mugito Mark Schneider / Otsuka Yoshitada Virgil Dingfelder / Hirakawa Daisuke

■ Main staff

・Planning, original story / Sunrise ・Director / Yonetani Yoshitomo ・Script, story director / Nishida Masashi ・Original character concept, hero design / Katsura Masakazu ・Character design, chief animation director / Hayama Kenji, Itagaki Norihiro, Yamamoto Mika ・Design works / Ozone Masami ・Mecha design / Ando Kenji ・Title logo design / Umino Daisuke ・Color design / Nagai Rumiko ・Art setting / Kodama Yohei ・Art director / Okubo Kinichi ・3DCG director / Sasagawa Keisuke ・Director of photography / Tanaka Yui, Goto Haruhi ・Editing director / Okuda Hiroshi ・Music / Ike Yoshihiro ・Sound director / Kimura Eriko ・Sound effects / Kurahashi Hiromune ・Sound production / Tohokushinsha ・Production / Sunrise ・Production / T&B MOVIE PARTNERS
Distribution: Shochiku, T-Joy

■ Main Characters

●HERO
・Wild Tiger Style 2
Affiliation: Apollon Media A veteran hero with over 10 years of experience. His real name is Kotetsu T. Kaburagi. He once retired due to a decline in his abilities, but returned as a hero in the second league. Although he may seem careless at first glance, deep inside he has a firm belief in "how a hero should be." His ability is "Hundred Power," which allows him to dramatically improve his physical abilities for just one minute.
・Barnaby Brooks Jr. Style 2
Affiliation: Apollon Media. Same real name. A "cool and smart" hero, the complete opposite of Kotetsu. After the incident involving Maverick, who had adopted and raised him, he retired at the same time as Kotetsu, but made a sudden comeback to the second division. Due to his dark past, he kept his distance from people, but as he interacts with Kotetsu, he gradually opens up to him. His ability is "Hundred Power," which allows him to dramatically improve his physical abilities for five minutes.
・Gold Ryan Affiliation: A hero hired by Schneider, the new owner of Apollon Media, to be marketed as a new hero for Apollon Media. His real name is Ryan Goldsmith. Although he is younger than Barnaby, he has experience working overseas and is very capable. He has the ability to "amplify gravity within a certain range (approximately a 30m radius)."
Blue Rose Affiliation: Titan Industries A very popular idol hero who can sing and dance. Her real name is Karina Lyle. She has the ability to "control ice" and has a queenly character, but she is usually a lively high school girl. In the past, she struggled to balance her dreams of singing and being a hero. She seems to be starting to notice Kotetsu.
Rock Bison Affiliation: Chronos Foods A veteran hero with a solid design and large build. His real name is Antonio Lopez. His ability is "tough (hard) skin." He has been best friends with Kotetsu since their school days. Contrary to his tough appearance and behavior, he is a very kind and good-natured man.
・Dragon Kid Affiliation: Odysseus Communication A talented hero with high fighting power despite his small physique. His real name is Huang Bao Ling. He can emit lightning (electricity) from his body. He received elite training in martial arts from a young age, and left his parents' home to work for Sternbild. He refers to himself as "boku".
Affiliated with Fire Emblem: Helios Energy. A hero with a macho style and a masculine manner of speech. His real name is Nathan Seymour. He has the ability to control fire. He is also the owner of Helios Energy, the company he belongs to. He is friendly and acts as a mediator, often giving advice to keep the heroes in balance.
・Sky High: Poseidon Line A popular King of Heroes among men and women of all ages. His real name is Keith Goodman. He can control the wind. Even though he reigns at the top of the rankings, he never neglects his daily efforts. He has a serious and sincere personality, but can also be a bit airheaded.
・Origami Cyclone Affiliation: Heliperides Finance
A ninja hero who loves the spirit of "Wa". His real name is Ivan Karelin. His ability is "mimicry", which allows him to transform into anything he touches. HERO He aims to be a hero who is more than just visible on TV broadcasts.

●ENEMY
Lunatic: A mysterious NEXT who controls high-temperature blue flames. With his own sense of justice, he mercilessly eliminates murderers who cannot be punished by law. He is at odds with heroes who work to save people, but his true identity is Yuri Petrov of the Sternbild Justice Bureau's Hero Management Office.
-One of the three mysterious NEXTs who attack Richard Maxsternbild.
-Kasha Graham One of the three mysterious NEXTs who attack Sternbild.
-One of the three mysterious NEXTs who attack Johnny Wonsternbild.

●PEOPLE
Kotetsu T. Kaburagi Affiliation: Apollo Media Ability: "Hundred Power" that can dramatically improve physical ability for one minute
A veteran hero with over 10 years of experience. He retired once due to a decline in his abilities, but returned as a hero in the second league. Although he may seem careless at first glance, deep down he has a firm belief in "how a hero should be."
Barnaby Brooks Jr.
Affiliation: Apollon Media Ability: "Hundred Power" that can dramatically improve physical ability for one minute
A "cool and smart" hero, he is the polar opposite of Kotetsu. After the Maverick incident, he retires at the same time as Kotetsu, but makes a sudden return to the second division. Due to his dark past, he has kept his distance from people, but as he interacts with Kotetsu, he gradually opens up.
-Ryan Goldsmith Affiliation: Apollo Media Ability: Can amplify gravity within a certain range (radius of about 30m).
A hero who was hired by Schneider, the new owner of Apollon Media, to be marketed as a new hero. Although he is younger than Barnaby, he has experience working overseas and is very capable.
Huang Paolin Affiliation: Odysseus Communication Ability: Ability to emit lightning (electric shock) A talented hero with high fighting ability despite his small physique. He received special training in martial arts from a young age and is active in Sternbild after leaving his parents. He refers to himself as "boku".
Ivan Karelin Affiliation: Heliperides Finance Ability: "Mimicry" - Transform into anything you touch
A ninja hero who loves the spirit of "Wa". HERO He was a hero who was cut off on TV broadcasts to show off sponsor logos, but he aims to be a hero who is more than just cut off.
Karina Lyle Affiliation: Titan Industries Ability: Ability to control ice A very popular idol hero who can sing and dance. Normally an active high school girl. In the past, she struggled to balance her dream of singing and being a hero. She seems to be starting to notice Kotetsu.
Antonio Lopez Affiliation: Chronos Foods Ability: Strong (tough) skin A veteran hero with a thick design and large body. He has been best friends with Kotetsu since their school days. Contrary to his tough appearance and behavior, he is a very kind and good-natured man at heart.
Keith Goodman Belongs to: Poseidon Line Ability: "Control the wind" A popular King of Heroes among people of all ages and genders. Even though he reigns at the top of the rankings, he never neglects his daily efforts. He has a serious and sincere personality, but he can also be a bit airheaded.
Nathan Seymour Affiliation: Helios Energy Ability: Ability to control fire A hero characterized by his effeminate speech and macho style. He is also the owner of Helios Energy, the company he belongs to. He is friendly and acts as a mediator, often giving advice to balance the heroes.
Mark Schneider: The new owner of Apollon Media. A charismatic businessman who started his own business at a young age and has been successful ever since.
Virgil Dingfelder is Schneider's loyal secretary. He calmly follows even unreasonable work orders.

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Nemesis ・Lyrics by Mao Takeuchi
・Composer: Mao Takeuchi
・Song: NOVELS

・ED1
・Harmonized Finale
Lyrics: Tomoya Tabuchi Composition: Tomoya Tabuchi Singer: UNISON SQUARE GARDEN

■ Evaluation and impressions

"TIGER & BUNNY The Rising" is a long-awaited sequel for fans of the TV series, depicting the heroes' growth and bond from a new perspective. Below, we will give our evaluation and impressions of each element, including the story, characters, visuals, and music.

story

The story of this work unfolds smoothly as a continuation of the TV series, depicting the heroes' new challenges and growth. Particular highlights include the conflict surrounding Barnaby's return to the first division and the unraveling of the mysterious incident that befalls Sternbild. The story, set against the backdrop of the legend of the goddess, delves deeper into the heroes' sense of mission and justice, leaving a strong impression on viewers. The climax of the battle on Justice Day is a mix of tension and emotion, making it a worthwhile scene to watch.

character

In this film, the relationship between Wild Tiger and Barnaby has been further developed, and their bond is at the heart of the story. Kotetsu's belief in what a hero should be and Barnaby's "cool and smart" style are contrasted, yet they are portrayed supporting each other. The appearance of new hero Golden Ryan adds new tension to the story and plays an important role in encouraging Barnaby's growth. Furthermore, the other heroes also demonstrate their individuality in action, emphasizing their unity as a team.

picture

The visuals produced by Sunrise are of the same high quality as the TV series, and the action scenes are particularly impressive. The heroes' battle scenes are dynamically produced using 3DCG, making for a visually impactful performance. The beauty of the Sternbild cityscape and the scenes symbolizing the legend of the goddess are also noteworthy. The color design and art settings are also excellent, making the film easy to watch overall and allowing viewers to enjoy beautiful visuals.

music

The theme songs "Nemesis" and "Harmonized Finale" are the opening and ending themes, respectively, and add to the atmosphere of the story. "Nemesis" in particular is a powerful song that expresses the tension of the heroes' battle, drawing the audience in. Meanwhile, "Harmonized Finale" is a gentle melody that symbolizes the end of the story, creating a moving finale. The music in the film was also composed by Yoshihiro Ike, providing an emotional sound that matches the story.

■ Recommended points

"TIGER & BUNNY The Rising" is recommended for the following reasons:

1. Heroes' Growth and Bonds

This series will deeply touch viewers as it focuses on the growth and bond between Wild Tiger and Barnaby. Their relationship and teamwork with other heroes will add excitement to the story and draw viewers in.

2. Beautiful visuals and powerful action

The high-quality images produced by Sunrise and the dynamic action scenes using 3D CG provide a visual treat, especially the climax battle, which is sure to satisfy viewers.

3. Inspiring Music

The theme song and music throughout the film add to the atmosphere of the story and stir the emotions of the audience. In particular, "Nemesis" and "Harmonized Finale" color the important scenes of the story and create a moving finale.

4. A must-see for fans of the TV series

This sequel to the TV series "TIGER & BUNNY" is a must-see for fans of the series. It introduces new characters and shows the growth of existing characters, allowing you to enjoy the world of the series even more deeply.

Conclusion

"TIGER & BUNNY The Rising" is a moving film that depicts the growth and bonds of heroes. Beautiful images, powerful action, and moving music liven up the story and leave a strong impression on viewers. This is a film that can be recommended not only to fans of the TV series, but also to viewers who are experiencing this work for the first time. Please experience the excitement at the theater.