PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.1 "Crime and Punishment" Review: Exploring the sinfulness of the system

PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.1 "Crime and Punishment" - In-depth review and comprehensive guide

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

January 25, 2019 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

・Distribution company: Toho Video Division

■Frequencies

60 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Based on story concept: Gen Urobuchi ^{PSYCHO-PASS series}

■ Director

Director: Naoyoshi Shioya

■ Production

・Animation production: Production IG
・Production: Psycho-Pass Production Committee

■Works

©Psycho-Pass Production Committee

■ Story

In the winter of 2117, a runaway vehicle crashes into the Public Safety Bureau building. The driver is Izumi Yasaka, a psychological counselor at the Sanctuary, a facility for isolating potential criminals in Aomori. However, just before the interrogation, it is decided that Yasaka will be immediately deported. Supervisor Mika Shimotsuki and Enforcer Nobuchika Ginoza head to Aomori to deport Yasaka. What awaits them there is a false paradise.

■Cast

・Ginoza Nobuchika/Nojima Kenji/Shimotsuki Mika/Sakura Ayane/Yasaka Izumi/Yumiba Saori/Kukuri Takeya/Hirai Yoshie/Tsujikai Kyoka/Oka Hiroe/Matsurai Logion/Koyama Rikiya/Genzawa Aiko/Saito Kimiko/Noto Koji/Tadano Yohei/Karam Akira/Nakagawa Keiichi/Tsunemori Akane/Hanazawa Kana/Sugo Teppei/Tochi Hiroki/Hinakawa Sho/Sakurai Takahiro/Rokuitsuka Yayoi/Itou Shizuka/Karanomori Shion/Sawashiro Miyuki

■ Main staff

・SS Story Original Story・Director: Shiotani Naoyoshi・Scriptwriter: Yoshigami Ryo・Chief Animation Director: Nakamura Satoru・Director of Production: Kurokawa Tomoyuki, Shimojya Yasuhiro・Director of Photography: Arai Eiji・3D: Sublimation・Color Design: Ueno Emiko・Art Director: Kusamori Shuichi・Sound Director: Iwanami Yoshikazu・Music: Kanno Yugo・Character Design: Onda Naoyuki, Asano Kyoji, Abe Tsune・Series Original Story: Urobuchi Gen・Character Original Story: Amano Akira・Animation Production: Production IG

■ Main Characters

・Ginoza Shin, former enforcer of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's Public Safety Bureau Criminal Affairs Division, Section 1. He has a sharp mind and keen observational skills. He was formerly an elite inspector, but was demoted to enforcer due to the worsening crime coefficient. He decided to continue his career as an enforcer, just like his father, Masakuni, who was killed in the line of duty while investigating a crime.
Mika Shimotsuki is an inspector in the First Division of the Criminal Affairs Department of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's Public Safety Bureau. She was appointed as an inspector at the youngest age in history at the time, thanks to the Sibila System's career aptitude test. She is a true believer in Sibila, and believes that preventing crime is absolute justice.

■ In-depth review

"PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.1: Crime and Punishment" is a new chapter in the Psycho-Pass series that was released in theaters in 2019. This work further deepens the worldview of the series and provides viewers with a new perspective. Below, we will take a detailed look at the story, characters, production aspects, and recommendations for viewers.

Story and Themes

The story of this work begins with the incident of Izumi Yasaka, the driver of a runaway vehicle that crashed into the Public Safety Bureau building. Yasaka is a psychological counselor at the Sanctuary, a facility for isolating potential criminals in Aomori, and his actions are full of mysteries. As Supervisor Mika Shimotsuki and Enforcer Nobuchika Ginoza head to Aomori to deport Yasaka, a new theme of "false paradise" emerges.

This "False Paradise" further explores a theme that has been consistently depicted in the Psycho-Pass series: the boundary between "justice" and "sin." Izumi Yasaka's actions symbolize the darkness in the hearts of those living under the Sibila System, asking the viewer, "What is true justice?" Additionally, the conflict between Ginoza Nobuchika's past and present is depicted, further deepening his character.

character

Ginoza Nobuchika is the central character of this series, and the conflict between his past and present drives the story. The story of how he was demoted from an elite inspector to an enforcer due to a worsening crime coefficient resonates deeply with viewers. The death of his father, Masakuni, in the line of duty also has a major impact on his actions. Nojima Kenji's voice acting also realistically portrays Ginoza's inner thoughts.

Mika Shimotsuki appears as a young inspector who is a believer in the Sibila System. Her interpretation of "justice" and "crime" offers a new perspective to the audience. Ayane Sakura's voice acting also brings out the purity and strength of Mika Shimotsuki.

Izumi Yasaka is a key character in the story, and her actions and psychology form the core of the story. Saori Yumiba's voice acting skillfully expresses Yasaka's complex inner world.

Production

The film is directed by Shioya Naoyoshi, whose vision is reflected throughout the film. The screenplay was written by Yoshigami Ryo, who expertly developed the story and character development. The team, including animation director Nakamura Satoru, directors Kurokawa Tomoyuki and Shimojyo Yasuhiro, and cinematographer Arai Eiji, all worked together to create a visually stunning film.

Production IG's animation production maintains the quality of the series while pursuing new expressions. The 3D sublimation images in particular create a visual impact. Yugo Kanno's music also enhances the atmosphere of the story and enhances the emotions of the viewer.

Recommendations and messages to viewers

"PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.1: Crime and Punishment" is highly recommended for fans of the Psycho-Pass series as well as new viewers. This work further deepens the worldview of the series and offers viewers a new perspective. The theme of exploring the boundary between "justice" and "crime" is a very important issue in modern society and gives viewers deep insight.

The growth and struggles of characters such as Nobuchika Ginoza, Mika Shimotsuki, and Izumi Yasaka will evoke empathy and emotion in viewers, while Production IG's high-quality animation and Yugo Kanno's music will allow viewers to enjoy the work visually and aurally.

This film will be released in theaters and will depict a deep theme in a compact 60-minute film. Through this film, viewers will be able to discover new charms of the Psycho-Pass series and have the opportunity to reconsider their own values.

■ Related information and recommended content

After watching "PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.1 'Crime and Punishment'", we will introduce related information and recommended content to help you enjoy the series even more.

Related Titles

・PSYCHO-PASS (Season 1)
It is the beginning of the series and depicts the Sibyl System and life under it. It is the first time that the characters Ginoza Nobuchika and Shimotsuki Mika are introduced.

・PSYCHO-PASS 2 (Season 2)
New characters and incidents will appear, expanding the world of the series even further. There will also be an episode where Ginoza Nobumoto's past will be revealed.

・PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.2 "First Guardian"
This work is told from a different perspective to the series, depicting the conflicts faced by those who operate the Sibila System.

・PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.3 "Beyond the Gratitude and Vengeance"
This is the final chapter of the series, concluding the story of Ginoza Nobumoto, and is a work that sums up the theme of the entire series.

Recommended Content

・PSYCHO-PASS The movie version of the Psycho-Pass series depicts a new side of the Sibyl System. The characters of Nobuchika Ginoza and Mika Shimotsuki are further developed.

・PSYCHO-PASS 3
The latest season of the series introduces new characters and incidents, and follows the evolution of the Sibila System and its repercussions.

・PSYCHO-PASS This is a game that allows you to experience the world of the Psycho-Pass game series. Players solve cases as enforcers and experience life under the Sibila System.

Related Books

・This is a guidebook containing detailed information about the PSYCHO-PASS Official Guidebook series. It is full of must-see content for fans, including character settings and behind-the-scenes stories.

・PSYCHO-PASS This is a novelized version of the story of the novel series. It delves deeply into episodes and characters' inner thoughts that were not depicted in the anime.

Related Events

・PSYCHO-PASS Fan Event This is an event held for fans of the series. It is a valuable opportunity for fans to attend talk shows and screenings by voice actors and staff.

・PSYCHO-PASS Exhibition This event will display the series' production materials and character designs. It will be an opportunity for fans to gain a deeper understanding of the series' worldview.

Conclusion

"PSYCHO-PASS Sinners of the System Case.1: Crime and Punishment" is a new chapter in the Psycho-Pass series that will provide viewers with deep insight and emotion. The growth and struggles of characters such as Ginoza Nobuchika, Shimotsuki Mika, and Yasaka Izumi, as well as the theme of exploring the boundary between "justice" and "sin" will leave a strong impression on viewers. In addition, Production IG's high-quality animation and Yugo Kanno's music will make the work a visual and aural delight.

After watching this film, you can enjoy other works in the series and related content to gain a deeper understanding and be moved by it. It is highly recommended not only for fans of the Psycho-Pass series, but also for new viewers. We hope you will discover new charms of the Psycho-Pass series through this work.