A thorough review of the first movie in the Butt Detective series!

A thorough review of the first movie in the Butt Detective series!

The appeal and evaluation of the "Butt Detective" series and the movie version

Introduction

"Butt Detective" is a popular series based on a children's book written by Troll, and as of May 2017, it has become a huge hit, with a total of over 1.5 million copies sold. It is extremely popular among children from toddlers to those in the early elementary school years, and its unique characters and story development have captivated many fans. The movie version of "Butt Detective", which was released on April 26, 2019, attracted attention as a work that further enhanced the appeal of the series. In this article, we will provide detailed information and reviews about the "Butt Detective" series and its movie version.

Overview of the "Butt Detective" series

"Butt Detective" is a mystery-solving story starring a great detective whose face looks like a butt. The main character, Butt Detective, solves many difficult cases with a peep, saying the usual line, "Hmm, it smells." The impact of the character and the special move he uses to corner the culprit are very popular with children.

original work

The original is a picture book by Troll, published by Poplar Publishing. The series has become a huge hit, with over 1.5 million copies sold, and is loved by a wide range of people, from young children to boys and girls in the early elementary school years.

Animated

"Butt Detective" has also been made into an anime, produced by Toei Animation, with series director Hiroki Shibata, series composition by Natsuko Takahashi, character design by Hideaki Maniwa, art design by Ryutaro Masuda, color design by Aya Mori and Sanae Kawabe, and music by Hiroshi Takagi.

Details of the movie "Butt Detective"

The film version of Butt Detective was released on April 26, 2019, and was distributed by Toei. It is made up of one 29-minute episode and was produced by the 2019 Toei Manga Matsuri Production Committee. Copyright ©Troll/POPLAR ©2019 Toei Manga Matsuri Production Committee.

story

The story of the movie version has been scaled up while retaining the charm of the original. It depicts Butt Detective taking on new difficult cases, and is enjoyable for both children and adults.

cast

The cast of the movie version is as follows:

  • Butt Detective: Yuuko Sanpei
  • Brown: Ayaka Saito
  • Maltese Headmaster: Ikkei Watanabe
  • Ear sharpening: Katsuyuki Konishi
  • Permanent: Tetsuhiro Ikeda
  • Neck fat: Kenji Sugimura
  • Lovely eyebrows: Makoto Nakamura
  • Fujisaki: Miyu Tomita
  • Suzuki: Yuhei Takagi
  • Samoyed: Hirohiro Uzugi
  • Glasses: Haruki Ishitani
  • Pirate U: Takahiro Sakurai
  • Suzu: Reika Uyama
  • Master: Takayuki Sugo
  • Koala-chan: Satomi Kobashi
  • Butt Dandy: Kazuhiro Yamaji
  • Bunny lily: Romi Park
  • Kero XVI: Takashi Nagatsune

Main Staff

The main staff of the movie version are as follows:

  • Director: Hiroki Shibata
  • Series Director: Hiroki Shibata
  • Series Composition: Natsuko Takahashi
  • Character design: Hideaki Maniwa
  • Art design: Ryutaro Masuda
  • Color design: Aya Mori, Sanae Kawabe
  • Music: Hiroshi Takagi

The appeal of the "Butt Detective" series

The appeal of the Butt Detective series lies in its unique characters and story development. The main character, Butt Detective, is calm at all times, likes hot drinks and sweets (especially sweet potatoes), and his hobbies are tea time and reading, making him a character that is easy for children to relate to. His catchphrase, "Hmm, it smells," is also memorable and has become a hot topic among children.

Brown, Butt Detective's assistant, is a careless person who gets carried away because of his honesty, and his combination with Butt Detective makes the story more exciting. Throughout the series, Brown's growth and the bond with Butt Detective are depicted, which has touched children's hearts.

Movie version review

The theatrical version of "Butt Detective" brings out the charm of the original work, and has been highly praised as a work that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. In particular, the scale and visual beauty unique to the theatrical version have been highly praised, and the story development has also satisfied fans of the original work.

The acting of the cast is also superb, with Yuuko Sanpei as Butt Detective and Ayaka Saito as Brown showing off their talent as voice actors. The music is also great, with Hiroshi Takagi's wonderful compositions adding excitement to the story, and the theme song "Pupu to Humu to Kaiketsu Dance" is also very popular with children.

Subtitles and episodes

The subtitles and episodes of the "Butt Detective" series are as follows. Each episode depicts a different incident, making it an interesting read for children.

  • Episode 1: Pppp ...
  • Episode 2: The little chief is in big trouble!?
  • Episode 3: A great thief appears!
  • Episode 4: The Battle of the Fate Part 1
  • Episode 5: The Battle of Fate Part 2
  • Episode 6: A guest forgets something
  • Episode 7: The Story of Brown
  • Episode 8: The Purple Fiend's Secret Incident (Part 1)
  • Episode 9: The Purple Fiend's Secret Incident, Part 2
  • Episode 10: Koala's Great Adventure
  • Episode 11: The ghost that floats in the shop
  • Episode 12: The Detective, Part 1
  • Episode 13: The Detective and the Thief (Part 2)
  • Episode 14: SOS from the Ruins, Part 1
  • Episode 15: SOS from the Ruins, Part 2
  • Episode 16: The Suspicious Agent
  • Episode 17: Dangerous Round Thing
  • Episode 18: Pirate U's Big Plan
  • Episode 19: The Monster Who Disappears in the Darkness, Part 1
  • Episode 20: The Monster Who Disappeared in the Darkness, Part 2
  • Episode 21: Who is the Snack Thief?
  • Episode 22: The Miharashi Sou Solvent Incident (Part 1)
  • Episode 23: The Miharashiso Incident (Part 2)
  • Episode 24: The Night of the Burglary
  • Episode 25: The Doubtful Policeman
  • Episode 26: Get Your Bag Back
  • Episode 27: Find the Rainbow Diamond! Part 1
  • Episode 28: Find the Rainbow Diamond! Part 2
  • Episode 29: Haha, Pirate U loves hot things
  • Episode 30: There are two Butt Detectives!? Part 1
  • Episode 31: There are two butt detectives!? Part 2
  • Episode 32: The Crime Scene Police Station (Part 1)
  • Episode 33: The Crime Scene at the Police Station, Part 2
  • Episode 34: Daddy is worried
  • Episode 35: The Ghost of the Clock
  • Episode 36: A Jungle Full of Traps
  • Episode 37: The Scenario of a Trade War
  • Episode 38: Pirate U vs Pirate U!? Part 1
  • Episode 39: Pirate U vs Pirate U!? Part 2
  • Episode 40: The White Monster of Snow Mountain!? Part 1
  • Episode 41: The White Monster of Snow Mountain!? Part 2
  • Episode 42: The Mystery of the Disappeared One
  • Episode 43: The Maltese and Chihuahua Masters
  • Episode 44: Brown's Detective Job
  • Episode 45: The bride targeted by a thief, part 1
  • Episode 46: The bride targeted by a thief, part 2
  • Episode 47: The Plan in the Cage, Part 1
  • Episode 48: The Plan in the Cage, Part 2
  • Episode 49: The Gorikawa Transformation Incident
  • Episode 50: Haha, Rot is Hard
  • Episode 51: Hahaha, Dangerous Goods
  • Episode 52: The Great Pelham Adventure

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and music of the "Butt Detective" series are as follows. The theme song "Pupu to Humu to Kaiketsu Dance" was written by Noriko Fujimoto, composed by Yasuo Kosugi, arranged by Hiroshi Takagi, and sung by Daiki Ise. This song is very popular with children and further enhances the appeal of the series.

Recommended points and how to watch

The "Butt Detective" series and its theatrical version are recommended as works that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. In particular, the unique characters and story development, as well as the large-scale visual beauty, are appealing. In addition, the acting of the cast and the music are also superb, making it a moving story for children.

You can watch it by purchasing it on DVD or Blu-ray, or by streaming it on a video streaming service. It's especially great for the whole family to enjoy together, so be sure to give it a try.

summary

The "Butt Detective" series and its theatrical version are highly acclaimed as very popular works among children. The unique characters and story development, as well as the large-scale visual beauty, are appealing, and the acting and music of the cast are also superb. Please watch it once and experience its charm for yourself.

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