Blame!: A cyberpunk masterpiece that explores the labyrinths of a futuristic cityoverview"BLAME!" is a theatrical animation based on the popular manga of the same name by Tsutomu Nihei. It was released on May 20, 2017, and the high-quality CG animation by Polygon Pictures became a hot topic. Directed by Hiroyuki Seshita and distributed by Clockworks, the film tells an epic 105-minute story. story"BLAME!" is set in the megacity of the future, "Megastructure." This city continues to expand endlessly and has fallen into an unmanageable state. The protagonist, Kirie, sets out on a journey to find a "net terminal" that exists somewhere in the city. His goal is to confirm the survival of humanity through the net terminal. Kirie is accompanied on his journey by the cyborg warrior Saffater, and the two of them face numerous dangers and difficulties. character
Animation and visualsThe visuals of "BLAME!" fully demonstrate Polygon Pictures' technical capabilities. The CG animation realistically expresses the grandeur and inhumanity of the futuristic city, making for a strong visual impact. In particular, the vast spaces of the megastructures and the dynamism of the battle scenes are stunning. Additionally, the character designs also faithfully recreate the atmosphere of the original work, which will be a delight for fans. Music and SoundMusic is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the futuristic city. The background music heightens the tension and enhances emotions as the story progresses. The music in battle scenes in particular has the power to draw the audience in, combined with the visual impact. The sound effects are also realistic, emphasizing the inorganic nature of the city and the intensity of the battles. Theme and Message"BLAME!" deals with the theme of the infinite expansion of futuristic cities and human survival. The infinite expanse of the megastructures symbolizes the consequences of human desires and technological advancement. Kirie's journey is also a journey to find human survival and hope. Throughout the story, the importance of how humans should live and finding hope for the future is depicted. Recognition and Awards"BLAME!" has been highly praised for its CG animation technique and ingenious storytelling. In particular, fans of the original work praised it for faithfully recreating the atmosphere of the original work, while general audiences praised the beauty of the visuals and the depth of the story. The film has also attracted international attention, being screened at numerous film festivals. Recommended points
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Conclusion"BLAME!" is an epic story about the infinite expansion of a futuristic city and the survival of humans. It is a fusion of Polygon Pictures' high-quality CG animation and the deep themes of Tsutomu Nihei's original work, and combines visual beauty with the depth of the story. It is a work that can be highly recommended not only to fans of the original work, but also to those who like science fiction and cyberpunk. Please join us on Kirie's journey as she explores the labyrinth of the futuristic city. |
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