Cast
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Toru Furuya
as Amuro Ray (voice)
Shuichi Ikeda
as Char Aznable (voice)
Fuyumi Shiraishi
as Mirai Yashima (voice)
Hirotaka Suzuoki
as Bright Noa (voice)
Kazue Ikura
as Rezin Schnyder (voice)
Koichi Yamadera
as Gyunei Guss (voice)
Maria Kawamura
as Quess Paraya (voice)
Mayumi Shou
as Cheimin Noa (voice)
Mitsuki Yayoi
as Chan Agi (voice)
Nozomu Sasaki
as Hathaway Noa (voice)
Shin Mori
as Astonaige Medoz (voice)
Shinobu Adachi
as Kayra Su (voice)
Yoshiko Sakakibara
as Nanai Miguel (voice)
Crew
Director
- Yoshiyuki Tomino
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Animation/Action/Science Fiction film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Yoshiyuki Tomino brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1988, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack took approximately 28 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 119 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 165 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 49 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1988, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Metropolis, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Case Closed: The Crimson Love Letter explore similar territory, Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: March 12, 1988
- Runtime: 1h 59m
- Revenue: $7,000,000
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