"Trinity Seven" movie review: What is the appeal of Heavenly Library and Crimson Lord?

Trinity Seven the Movie: Heavenly Library and the Crimson Demon Lord Review and Recommendation

Overview

Trinity Seven: Heavenly Library and the Crimson Lord, released on March 29, 2019, is an anime film based on the popular manga Trinity Seven by Kenji Saito and Akihito Nao. It was distributed by Avex Pictures and animated by Seven Arcs Pictures. It is a 61-minute episode, directed by Hiroshi Nishikori and written by Kenji Saito.

■ Story

Arata Kasuga, a candidate for the role of Demon King who possesses the "Demon King Factor" that can destroy the world, was investigating ruins with Lilith Asami, one of the Trinity Seven. A strong force reacted to Arata's power, and the surrounding area was covered in a dazzling light. When he realized it, he was in the "Heavenly Library," a place that has existed in the sky since ancient times and controls the wisdom of the entire world.

Suddenly, along with a flash of crimson lightning, a man who looks just like Arata appears. His name is the Crimson Demon King, "Abyss Trinity." He is a demon king who comes to destroy demon kings, and possesses the great power to wipe out cities in an instant. He had been sealed away in the "Library of the Sky" for a long time. When he reacted to Arata's demon king gene and was released from his seal, he regained his powers as a demon king, and plotted to return the world, and everything, to nothingness. The key to achieving this was his daughter, Lilith. To his surprise, Lilith was the daughter of the strongest demon king...!

Lilith is held captive by the dangerous power of Abyss. Arata and his friends decide to search for the Demon King's Weapon in order to save Lilith and defeat the strongest demon king. However, using it comes with the risk of losing one's human heart and becoming a complete demon king. Will he control his magical powers, or will he be controlled by them? Arata is about to reach his greatest crisis!

■Explanation

Following on from the first movie, the main staff, including director Nishikori Hiroshi, character designer Tomooka Shinpei, and TECHNOBOYS PULCRAFT GREEN-FUND (music), have been joined by talented animators Kiso Yuuta and Miyazawa Tsutomu, and the action-packed battles against more powerful foes than ever before and forbidden "lust" competitions between beautiful magicians are about to begin!

■Cast

・Arata Kasuga/Yoshitsugu Matsuoka・Lilith Asami/Yumi Hara・Arin Kannazuki/Aya Uchida・Levi Kazama/Ayane Sakura・Mira Yamana/Yoko Hikasa・Akio Fudo/Suzuka Yuzuki・Yui Kurata/Rie Murakawa・Lieselotte Sherlock/Nao Toyama

■ Main staff

・Original story: Kenji Saito, Akihito Nao (serialized in KADOKAWA Monthly Dragon Age)
・Director／Hiroshi Nishikori・Screenplay／Kenji Saito・Character design・Chief animation director／Shimpei Tomooka・Creature design／Yasushi Moriki・Art director／Megumi Yamamoto, Studio Tulip・Color setting／Kaoru Nishimura・Director of photography／Mami Goto・Art setting／Hiroshi Izumi・Special effects／Naoyuki Fukuda・3DCG／Naoto Yamaguchi／Koji Kawashima (Kamenami)
・Editor: Kazuhiko Seki ・Sound Director: Yasunori Ebina ・Sound Director: Studio Mouse ・Music: TECHNOBOYS PULCRAFT GREEN-FUND
Music Production: Avex Pictures, TV Tokyo Music Animation Production: Seven Arcs Pictures Production: Trinity Seven HC Production Committee Distribution: Avex Pictures

■ Main Characters

Arata Kasuga loses his cousin, Hijiri, who he lived with, due to the sudden "Collapse Phenomenon." After learning the truth from Lilith, he decides to become a magician in order to get his loved one back, and enters the Magic Academy. He has a serious personality, but is a cool pervert at heart.
Asami Lilith is one of the "Trinity Seven" enrolled at the Magic Academy and the Royal Biblia Academy. She is a professor at a young age and usually has a strict personality, but when she is with Arata, she loses her cool.
One of the "Trinity Seven" enrolled at the Kannazuki Arin Magic Academy and the Royal Biblia Academy. She calls herself the woman who will become the Demon King's bride. Although she has an airheaded character, she shows interest in Arata who has come to the academy.
She is one of the "Trinity Seven" enrolled at the Kazama Levy Magic Academy and the Royal Biblia Academy. She is a ninja girl who uses various techniques, including lethal techniques. Her combat abilities are top class.
He is one of the "Trinity Seven" who attends the Yamana Mira Magic Academy and the Royal Biblia Academy. He is the head of the Royal Library Censors who maintain order at the academy. He has a pure and honest personality, and is cold towards the perverted Arata.
One of the "Trinity Seven" enrolled at the Fudo Akio Magic Academy and the Royal Biblia Academy. Her close-combat power alone is unmatched. She wears a white shirt and a long black skirt, and her thighs are revealed through the slits, making her look brave and attractive.
Yui Kurata is one of the "Trinity Seven" enrolled at the Royal Biblia Academy. She has the strongest magical power after Academy Town. She was imprisoned for a long time by her own will, but since being awakened by Arata, she has had feelings for him.
・Lieselotte Sherlock is one of the "Trinity Seven" enrolled at the Magic Academy and the Royal Biblia Academy. She was once the second-in-command of the Royal Library Censors. She parted ways with Mira to pursue her own theme.

■ Related works

Trinity Seven Trinity Seven: The Eternal Library and the Alchemist Girl

■ Theme songs and music

・Theme song・Against The Abyss

■Review

"Trinity Seven: Heavenly Library and the Crimson Lord" is highly acclaimed for bringing out the best in the original work while adding new developments. In particular, the spectacular setting of the Heavenly Library and the showdown with the Crimson Lord Abyss Trinity are full of highlights. The relationship between Arata and Lilith also deepens, adding depth to the story.

The animation quality is also high, and under the direction of character designer and chief animation director Shinpei Tomooka, the characters' movements and expressions are drawn in great detail. The music by TECHNOBOYS PULCRAFT GREEN-FUND also adds to the atmosphere of the work, and the theme song "Against The Abyss" is particularly memorable.

The story unfolds quickly, creating tension and excitement in the short 61 minutes. It also depicts Arata's growth and the bond he forms with his friends, drawing the viewer in. However, for those unfamiliar with the original work, it may be difficult to understand the characters' backgrounds and the worldview. For this reason, we recommend reading the original work before watching the film.

■Recommendation

"Trinity Seven: Heavenly Library and the Crimson Lord" is recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who want to enjoy action and fantasy. It is especially perfect for those who like beautiful girls and battle scenes. It can also be enjoyed as a sequel to the series, so it is a must-see for those who have already enjoyed "Trinity Seven".

Furthermore, this movie is also great to watch with your family and friends. The story of Arata and his friends' bond and growth will resonate with many people. However, it does contain some naughty scenes, so you should be careful when watching it with children.

Overall, "Trinity Seven: Heavens Library and the Crimson Lord" is a worthwhile work that retains the charm of the original while adding new developments. Be sure to enjoy it on the big screen at the theater.