Cast
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Minami Takayama
as Conan Edogawa (voice)
Kappei Yamaguchi
as Shinichi Kudo (voice)
Wakana Yamazaki
as Ran Mouri (voice)
Akira Kamiya
as Kogoro Mouri (voice)
Kenichi Ogata
as Hiroshi Agasa (voice)
Megumi Hayashibara
as Ai Haibara (voice)
Yukiko Iwai
as Ayumi Yoshida (voice)
Ikue Otani
as Mitsuhiko Tsuburaya (voice)
Wataru Takagi
as Genta Kojima / Wataru Tagagi (voice)
Naoko Matsui
as Sonoko Suzuki (voice)
Gara Takashima
as Eri Kisaki (voice)
Asako Dodo
as Midori Kuriyama (voice)
Kōji Nakata
as Toshirou Odagiri (voice)
Chafurin
as Inspector Megure (voice)
Atsuko Yuya
as Miwako Sato (voice)
Crew
Director
- Kenji Kodama
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Kenji Kodama 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2000, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 134 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2018 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2000, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Hunting Matthew Nichols, which focuses more on action than character development, Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Passion of Slow Fire and Remotely Killed: Behind the Scenes of Murder explore similar territory, Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
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: April 22, 2000
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Revenue: $23,211,413
