"PEACE MAKER Kurogane Soudou" movie version: A thorough review of the moving story and beautiful visuals

"PEACE MAKER Kurogane Soudou": A moving animated film where history and beauty intersect

The animated film "PEACE MAKER Kurogane Soudou", which was released on June 2, 2018, is based on the popular manga of the same name by Nanae Kurono. Distributed by Shogakukan and animated by WHITE FOX, this work depicts deep history and beautiful visuals in a short time of just 58 minutes. Below, we will introduce in detail the appeal of this work, the production background, and recommended points.

Story and Characters

"PEACE MAKER 鐵 想道" is a story that depicts the growth and conflict of the protagonist Ichimura Tetsunosuke, set in the turbulent period of the late Edo period. Tetsunosuke was born as the younger brother of Shinsengumi vice-commander Hijikata Toshizo, and while influenced by his older brother, he seeks his own path. The historical background and human drama of the characters, which are the charms of the original manga, are faithfully reproduced in the movie version.

The individual backgrounds and feelings of the characters, including Tetsunosuke, are carefully depicted, evoking deep sympathy from the audience. In particular, the relationship between Tetsunosuke and his older brother Toshizo symbolizes their torn feelings between brotherly love and a sense of duty. Furthermore, Shinsengumi members such as Tetsunosuke's friends, Okita Soji and Kondo Isami, are also portrayed not just as historical figures, but also as people who are appealing.

Visuals and Music

WHITE FOX's animations are known for their beautiful visuals and precise movements. "PEACE MAKER Kurogane Soudou" also fully demonstrates their technical capabilities, depicting the landscapes and battle scenes from the end of the Edo period with realism. In particular, the detailed depictions, such as the flashes of swords and the splatter of blood, have the power to draw the audience into the world of the story.

Music is also an important element that enhances the appeal of this work. The background music skillfully expresses the feelings of the characters while creating the atmosphere of a period drama. In particular, the music in the tension of the battle scenes and the scenes depicting Tetsunosuke's inner conflict stir the emotions of the audience. In addition, the ending theme "Sodo" is a beautiful melody that symbolizes the theme of the story and will stay deeply in the hearts of the audience.

Production background and director's intentions

Director Hiroshi Takeuchi approached this film as a fan of the original work. According to an interview, he focused on the characters' feelings and historical background in order to bring out the best in the original work. He also focused on selecting and depicting the most important scenes in order to complete the story in a short period of time.

Director Takeuchi especially focused on depicting Tetsunosuke's growth and conflict. He aimed to deeply move the audience by depicting the upheaval of the end of the Edo period from his perspective and his bond with the Shinsengumi members. He also placed importance on finding a balance between respecting historical facts and drawing out the appeal of the story as fiction.

Recommended points and audience

"PEACE MAKER Kurogane Soudou" is recommended not only for history buffs and anime fans, but also for those who enjoy human drama. It will be deeply moving for those who can empathize with the feelings of the characters who are torn between brotherly love, friendship, duty and personal freedom. It is also a satisfying work for those who enjoy beautiful visuals and music.

The target audience is mainly young people in their teens to 30s who are interested in history and anime. However, the content is also enjoyable for middle-aged and older people who want to enjoy human drama and beautiful visuals. It is also recommended for watching with the family, as it will be a good opportunity for parents and children to talk about history and anime.

Related works and recommendations

For those who enjoyed "PEACE MAKER Kurogane Sōdō," we recommend reading the original manga "PEACE MAKER Kurogane." The original manga provides deeper character backgrounds and historical facts, which can complement parts that were not fully depicted in the movie version. We also recommend the anime "Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story" and "Gintama," which are also set in the late Edo period. These works also depict fascinating stories where history and fiction intersect.

Additionally, be sure to check out other works produced by WHITE FOX, such as "Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-" and "STEINS;GATE", which are known for their beautiful visuals and deep stories, and you can enjoy other works from the same studio.

summary

"PEACE MAKER: Kurogane Soudou" is a moving animated film that depicts deep history and beautiful visuals in a short time. The protagonist Ichimura Tetsunosuke's growth and conflict, and the emotions of the characters torn between brotherly love and friendship, and a sense of duty and personal freedom, will evoke deep empathy in the audience. The beautiful visuals and music are also appealing, and the film is recommended not only for history buffs and anime fans, but also for those who want to enjoy human drama. Please watch this film and feel the turmoil of the end of the Edo period and the bond between the members of the Shinsengumi.