Doraemon the Movie "Nobita's Treasure Island" Review: A moving story of adventure and friendship

Doraemon the Movie "Nobita's Treasure Island" - A story of adventure and friendship

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

March 3, 2018 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Distributor: Toho

■Frequencies

109 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

・Original work: Fujiko F. Fujio

■ Director

・Director: Kazuaki Imai

■ Production

Produced by: Fujiko Productions, Shogakukan, TV Asahi, Shin-Ei Animation, ADK, ShoPro

■Works

©Fujiko Pro, Shogakukan, TV Asahi, Shinei, ADK 2018

■ Story

One day during summer vacation, Nobita is told about the book "Treasure Island" by Dekisugi, and declares to Gian and the others that he will also find the treasure island. Nobita searches for the treasure island with Doraemon's secret gadget, the "treasure hunting map." The location indicated on the map is a new island that recently appeared in the Pacific Ocean. Nobita and his friends head for the island on the assembled sailing ship "Nobita Aura," but are attacked by pirates just before landing on the island. Shizuka is kidnapped by the pirates, and the island disappears. Nobita and his friends meet Flock, a boy drifting at sea, and his pet parrot robot Quiz. The island is a huge pirate ship, and Flock is a mechanic who escaped from the pirate ship. Nobita and his friends rescue Shizuka from the pirates and set sail to find the secret hidden in the treasure hidden on the treasure island.
Shizuka meets Sarah, a girl who looks just like her, on the pirate ship. Silver, the captain of the pirate ship and Sarah's and Flock's father, is trying to carry out the "Noah's Ark Plan" to absorb the Earth's energy and move to a new planet. Nobita and his friends rush to the pirate ship. Flock and Doraemon's efforts prevent the energy from being stolen. Persuaded by Nobita and his friends, Silver has a change of heart and reconciles with his son Flock. Silver and his friends travel back to their own time, transcending time and space. Nobita is playing in the usual vacant lot when he sees a gold coin fall from his pocket and reminisces about his summer adventure.

■Explanation

"Doraemon: Nobita's Treasure Island" (Doraemon: Nobita's Treasure Island) is a Japanese animated film released on March 3, 2018. It is the 38th film in the Doraemon film series (the 13th film in the second anime series). It is sometimes abbreviated to "Nobita's Treasure Island".
The catchphrases are "What we found was more than just treasure," "Courage and friendship are treasures that even pirates cannot take away," and "It was love that built the island."

■Cast

Doraemon/Wasabi MizutaNobita/Megumi OharaShizuka/Yumi KakazuGiant/Subaru KimuraSuneo/Tomokazu SekiNobita's Mom/Kotono MitsuishiNobita's Dad/Yasunobu MatsumotoIdekisugi/Shihoko HaginoMini Dora/Hisako Kanemoto

■ Main staff

Original work / Fujiko F. Fujio Screenplay / Kawamura Genki Director and Storyboard / Imai Kazuaki Planning and Concept / Fujiko Productions Producers / Yoshida Kenji, Takahashi Reina, Kawakita Momoko, Matsui Satoshi Music / Hattori Takayuki Director / Hatta Yosuke Assistant Director / Negishi Hiroki Character Design and Chief Animation Director / Kameda Yoshinori Animation Director / Kameda Yoshinori, Oshiro Masaru, Kishino Michi, Yamakawa Hiroomi, Matsui Keiichiro, Mataga Daisuke, Masuda Hiroshi, Maruyama Koichi Animation Inspection / Kamiya Yuki Art Director and Art Setting / Akiyama Kentaro, Kawai Shinji Assistant Art Director / Fukuda Kenji Color Design / Matsutani Sanae Color Design and Inspection / Kurauchi Miyuki Director of Photography / Suehiro Takashi Cinematography and Special Effects / Oya Sota Editor / Kojima Toshihiko Sound Director / Tanaka Akiyoshi Effects / Itokawa Yukiyoshi
3D layout / Tsutsumi NoriyukiQuiz supervision / Furukawa YoheiBonus footage / Yakuwa Shinnosuke, Okano Shingo, Sugizaki SatoshiPublicity producers / Doi Naoto, Kojima SoshiProduction desk assistant / Shinoda YutoshiProduction desk / Sato Taishin, Takei Ken, Ochiai RyutaroTelevision animation producers / Shirakura Yukiko, Kasai MarikoChief producers / Okura Shunsuke (Fujiko Pro), Ogane ShuichiProduction / Fujiko Pro, Shogakukan, TV Asahi, Shin-Ei Animation, ADK, ShoPro

■ Main Characters

・Doraemon
A cat-shaped robot from the future world of the 22nd century. In order to do something about the lazy and crybaby Nobita, Nobita's great-grandson Sewashi sends him to the present day in a time machine. He pulls out a lot of secret gadgets from the fourth-dimensional pocket on his stomach. His favorite food is dorayaki. He doesn't like mice.
Nobita is a boy who is not good at studying or sports, but he has a bright personality and a caring heart. He has a talent for string figures, shooting, and napping that is unmatched by anyone else. He loves Shizuka and wants her to become his future wife.
Shizuka is Nobita's classmate. She is beautiful and smart, so she is popular in class. She has a strong sense of purpose and doesn't like crooked things. She is learning the piano and violin, but her violin skills are not that great.
・Giant: A bully with a strong, violent personality, but also a very reliable leader among the kids. His dream is to become a singer, but he has an incredibly bad voice and is tone-deaf. He causes trouble for his friends when he performs at a concert in a vacant lot.
・Suneo's father is a company president, so his family is very wealthy. He often brags about his wealth, making Nobita jealous. He tries to please Gian, and he also has a mother-boy side. His dream is to become a fashion designer.

■ Theme songs and music

Ending theme "Doraemon"
Lyrics/Composition/Arrangement/Song/Gen Hoshino
Interlude Composition: Shunsuke Kikuchi (SPEEDSTAR RECORDS)


Insert song "To You Who Isn't Here"
Lyrics, composition, arrangement and vocals: Gen Hoshino (SPEEDSTAR RECORDS)

Doraemon the Movie "Nobita's Treasure Island" - Detailed Review and Recommendation

The Doraemon movie "Nobita's Treasure Island" is the 38th film in the Doraemon series, released in 2018. It faithfully recreates the world of the original Fujiko F. Fujio while telling a new story of adventure and friendship. This movie brings out the best of Doraemon, which is loved by a wide range of people from children to adults. Below, we will take a closer look at the story, characters, visuals, music, and overall evaluation.

story

The story of the movie begins when Nobita is told about the book "Treasure Island" by Dekisugi and declares to his friends that he will find the island. This declaration triggers the adventure to begin using Doraemon's secret gadget, the "Treasure Hunt Map." The story unfolds as Nobita and his friends head for a new island on the assembled sailing ship "Nobita Aura," but there they are attacked by pirates and Shizuka is kidnapped, creating a tense scene.

The core of the story is that Silver, the captain of a pirate ship, is trying to carry out the "Noah's Ark Plan" to absorb the energy of the Earth and move to a new planet. Nobita and his friends, along with Flock and Quiz, struggle to thwart this plan. In the end, Silver has a change of heart and reconciles with Flock, leading to a touching ending. This story deeply touches the audience by depicting adventure, friendship, and family ties.

Additionally, as the story progresses, Nobita's growth is depicted. At first, he makes reckless declarations, but through his adventures he acquires the courage and sense of responsibility to protect his friends. This growth is a good teaching material for teaching children the importance of courage and friendship.

character

The characters in the film are portrayed with more depth while retaining the charm of the original. Doraemon is portrayed as a reliable presence that supports Nobita, and solves various problems using his secret gadgets. Nobita grows through his adventures and finds the courage to protect his friends. Shizuka maintains her strong will and believes in her friends even after being kidnapped by pirates. Gian and Suneo also fulfill their respective roles in the adventure and deepen their friendship.

The new characters Flock and Quiz are also fascinating. Flock appears as a mechanic who escaped from a pirate ship and goes on an adventure with Nobita and his friends. His relationship with his father, Silver, is also an important element of the story. Quiz supports Flock as a parrot-type robot, providing humor and knowledge. These new characters add new perspectives and depth to the story.

picture

The film's visuals depict beautiful sea and island scenery, drawing the audience into the world of adventure. In particular, the scenes of the assembled sailing ship "Nobita Aura" and the depiction of the interior of the pirate ship stand out for their attention to detail. In addition, the battle scenes with the pirates and the scenes where the energy of the earth is absorbed use powerful visual expressions, creating a sense of tension in the audience.

The character designs also faithfully reproduce the images of the original work while bringing out the film's own unique charm. In particular, the depiction of the gadgets that come out of Doraemon's fourth-dimensional pocket stimulates children's imaginations. Additionally, the interior of the pirate ship and the scenery of the new island are characterized by colorful and beautiful visuals. These visual expressions leave a strong impression on the audience and enhance the appeal of the film.

music

The film's music is characterized by a magnificent score by Takayuki Hattori. In the adventure scenes, powerful orchestral music heightens the tension, while gentle melodies enhance the emotions in the scenes of friendship and family. In addition, the ending theme "Doraemon" by Gen Hoshino and the insert song "To You Who Is Not Here" express the theme of the story through lyrics and melody, deeply moving the audience. These pieces of music further enhance the story and characters of the film.

Overall rating

The Doraemon movie "Nobita's Treasure Island" is a moving story of adventure and friendship that is loved by a wide range of people, from children to adults. The story depicts Nobita's growth and the bonds between his friends, teaching the audience the importance of courage and friendship. The characters are portrayed with more depth while retaining the charm of the original. The visuals draw the audience in with beautiful landscapes and powerful battle scenes, and the music enhances the theme of the story. These elements combine to make the movie leave a strong impression on the audience and provide a moving experience.

This movie is perfect for the whole family to watch, and is a great way to teach kids about the importance of courage and friendship. Doraemon fans will enjoy a new adventure that faithfully recreates the world of the original. Overall, Doraemon: Nobita's Treasure Island is a wonderful film that deeply touches audiences with its heartwarming story, beautiful visuals, and moving music.

Recommendation

The Doraemon movie "Nobita's Treasure Island" is a work that can be recommended to a wide range of people, from children to adults. It is especially perfect for watching with the family, and is a good teaching material for teaching children the importance of courage and friendship. In addition, Doraemon fans will be able to enjoy a new adventure that faithfully reproduces the world view of the original work. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy beautiful images and moving music. This movie is a wonderful work that deeply moves the audience with its heartwarming story, beautiful images, and moving music. Please watch it at the theater and experience its charm.