A touching crossover between "Hugtto! PreCure♡" and "Futari wa PreCure"! A thorough look at the appeal of All Stars Memories

The appeal and reviews of the movie "HUGtto! PreCure ♡ Futari wa PreCure All Stars Memories"

■Overview of the work

The movie "Hugtto! PreCure♡ Futari wa PreCure All Stars Memories" is a special work produced to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the PreCure series. It was released on October 27, 2018, and is a condensed version of the history and charm of the PreCure series. The movie boasts a Guinness World Record-certified number of magical warriors, making it a must-see for PreCure fans.

■ Story

The story of the movie begins with the Pretty Cure All Stars being shrunk to tiny pieces. This is the work of Miden, who is after the Pretty Cure's memories. The Pretty Cures are faced with the threat of forgetting everything that has happened up until now if their memories are stolen. They are in a big pinch, with only "Hugtto! Pretty Cure" and "Futari wa Pretty Cure" remaining. However, the movie depicts the group joining forces and struggling to bring back their precious, sparkling memories.

■Explanation

This movie was made to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Pretty Cure series. It was released on October 27, 2018, and features so many magical warriors that it was certified by the Guinness World Records. The main Pretty Cures that appear are "Hugtto! Pretty Cure" and "Futari wa Pretty Cure", but all the other Pretty Cures also appear. In addition, children up to junior high school age were given special Mirai Crystals and Miracle ♥ Memories Lights as presents at the cinema. These items are important elements for enjoying the world of the movie more deeply.

■Cast

The film cast is an important element that enhances the appeal of the PreCure series. Here are the main cast members:

• Cure Yell (Nono Hana) / Hikasa Rie
• Cure Ange (Saaya Yakushiji)/Rina Motoizumi
• Cure Etoile (Homare Kagayaki)/Yui Ogura
• Cure Amour (Lulu Amour) / Yukari Tamura
• Cure Macherie (Emiru Aisaki)/Nao Tamura
• Harryham Harry/Junko Noda
• Hugtan/Tada Konomi
• Cure Black (Nagisa Misumi) / Yoko Honna
• Cure White (Yukishiro Honoka) / Yukana
• Miden/Mamoru Miyano

■ Main staff

Many staff members who support the quality of the PreCure series are involved in the production of the film. The main staff members are introduced below.

• Director: Hiroshi Miyamoto
• Screenplay by Junko Komura
• Chief animation director: Akira Inagami
• Music by Yuki Hayashi
• Art Director: Tomomi Sugimoto
• BG concept artist: Fujihiko Sawai
• CG Director: Yasuhiro Kato
• CG animation supervisor: Hiroki Kanai
• Color design: Satoshi Takezawa
• Director of photography: Keiko Ishizuka, Kenji Takahashi

■ Main Characters

Here's a detailed introduction to the main characters that appear in the film.

• Cure Yell (Nono Hana)
  She is a second-year junior high school student who transfers to a new school at the start of the new semester. She aims to become a cool, grown-up woman. Her strong desire to protect a mysterious baby named Hugtan who suddenly appears transforms her into the energetic Pretty Cure Cure Yell.
• Cure Ange (Saaya Yakushiji)
  She is the class representative of Hana's class. She is a kind, angelic girl. Wanting to help Hana, who fights as a Pretty Cure, and wanting to become stronger herself, she transforms into the wise Pretty Cure "Cure Ange".
• Cure Etoile (Homare Kagayaki)
  A fashionable and mature girl in the same class as Hana. She is cool in everything she does. When she overcomes her weak self, she transforms into the powerful Pretty Cure "Cure Etoile".
• Cure Amour (Lulu Amour)
  She was originally an android from Cryus Corporation. After interacting with Hana and the others, her heart began to grow and she quit Cryus Corporation. After meeting Emiru, she learned about music and developed a friendship with her. With her feelings for Emiru, the two of them transformed into "Cure Amour".
• Cure Macherie (Emiru Aisaki)
  A sixth grade girl. She has perfect pitch and loves music. Her brother didn't understand her guitar, but Lulu accepted it, and she feels a strong friendship with her. With her feelings for Lulu, the two of them transform into "Cure Macherie".
• Harryham Harry is a hamster who speaks in the Kansai dialect. He came to Hana with Hugtan. He has a secret: he can also become human.
• Hugtan One day, a mysterious baby falls from the sky to Hana. He is a very cute baby, and Hana and her friends raise him with great care.
• Cure Black (Nagisa Misumi)
  She is a member of the Bellone Academy Junior High School Girls' Lacrosse Club. She is an all-around athlete with a boyish demeanor, but she also has a very girly side, dreaming of a wonderful romance and longing to be a bride. She is asked for help by Mapple, who has come from the "Garden of Light," and transforms into Cure Black.
• Cure White (Honoka Yukishiro)
  She is a member of the science club at Bellone Academy for Girls. She is intelligent, always has top grades in her class, and serves as a class representative. Although she appears reliable, she also has a dim-witted side. After meeting Mipple in the Garden of Light, she transforms into Cure White.

■ Main robot items

We will introduce the main robots and items that appear in the movie.

• Mirai Crystal is a crystallized form of "Asupawawa", the power of hope to create a better tomorrow. HUGtto! PreCure fights with the power of the Mirai Crystal.
• Pretty Heart
  This is one of the items necessary for HUGtto! PreCure to transform.
• Card Commune Two is an item necessary for Pretty Cure to transform. This is what Maple and Mipple transform into.
• Miracle♥Memories Light is a light that sends power to support PreCure.

■ Related works

The movie "Hugtto! PreCure♡ Futari wa PreCure All Stars Memories" was produced as part of the PreCure series. Here are some related works:

• Futari wa Pretty Cure Max Heart
• HUGtto! PreCure
• Futari wa Pretty Cure Splash Star
• yes! PreCure 5 GoGo!
• Fresh Pretty Cure!
• HeartCatch PreCure!
• Suite PreCure♪
• Smile PreCure!
• DokiDoki! PreCure
• Happiness Charge PreCure!
• Go! Princess PreCure
• Magical Girls PreCure!
• Kirakira☆Precure A La Mode

■ Evaluation and impressions

The movie "Hugtto! PreCure♡ Futari wa PreCure All Stars Memories" is a special work for fans of the PreCure series. This movie, which looks back on the history of PreCure while developing a new story, has been highly praised by many fans. In particular, the setting in which the PreCure All Stars become tiny was a fresh and fun element for children. Also, the fight to protect the memories of the PreCure makes us feel once again the importance of friendship and bonds.

The visual quality of the film is consistent with the PreCure series. The colorful and beautiful animation can be enjoyed by both children and adults. Music is also an important element in enhancing the appeal of the PreCure series, and Yuki Hayashi's music enhances the atmosphere of the film.

Furthermore, the campaign held in conjunction with the release of the movie also became a hot topic. Mirai Crystals and Miracle ♥ Memories Lights, which were distributed to children up to junior high school age, became important items for experiencing the world of the movie more deeply. These items made the story of the movie feel more real, and further increased support for PreCure.

■ Recommendation points

Below are some reasons to recommend the movie "HUGtto! PreCure♡ Futari wa PreCure All Stars Memories."

• This movie, which looks back on the history of the PreCure series , was produced to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the series. You can enjoy a new story while looking back on the history of PreCure. It is a must-see for PreCure fans.
• The appeal of PreCure All Stars The setting of the PreCure All Stars becoming tiny is a fresh and fun element for children. The battle to protect the PreCure's memories makes us realize the importance of friendship and bonds.
• Beautiful animation and music The visuals are of the same quality as the Pretty Cure series, and the music by Yuki Hayashi enhances the atmosphere of the film. It can be enjoyed by both children and adults.
• The Mirai Crystal and Miracle♥Memories Light given to children up to junior high school age are important items that allow them to experience the world of the movie more deeply. These items make the story of the movie feel more real and will make your support for PreCure even more exciting.

Conclusion

The movie "Hugtto! PreCure♡ Futari wa PreCure All Stars Memories" is a special work for fans of the PreCure series. This movie, which looks back on the history of PreCure while developing a new story, has been highly praised by many fans. The setting in which the PreCure All Stars become tiny and the fight to protect PreCure's memories were fresh and fun elements for children. In addition, the beautiful animation, music, and the attractive gifts for moviegoers also enhance the appeal of the movie. This work is recommended not only for fans of the PreCure series, but also for those who are experiencing PreCure for the first time.