Cast
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Kaito Ishikawa
as Seiya (Voice)
Ayaka Sasaki
as Saori Kido / Athena (Voice)
Kenji Akabane
as Shiryū (Voice)
Kensho Ono
as Hyōga (Voice)
Nobuhiko Okamoto
as Shun (voice)
Kenji Nojima
as Ikki (Voice)
Mitsuru Miyamoto
as Mu (Voice)
Rikiya Koyama
as Aldebaran (Voice)
Koichi Yamadera
as Saga (Voice)
Hiroaki Hirata
as Deathmask (Voice)
Go Inoue
as Aiolia (Voice)
Mitsuaki Madono
as Shaka (Voice)
Masumi Asano
as Milo (Voice)
Toshiyuki Morikawa
as Aiolos (Voice)
Shinji Kawada
as Shura (Voice)
Crew
Director
- Keiichi Sato
Producer
- Masami Kurumada
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Animation/Fantasy film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Keiichi Sato 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 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $8.0 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 118 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like 2005 Space Odyssey and Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: Light That Gathers explore similar territory, Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary 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: June 21, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 33m
- Budget: $8,000,000
- Revenue: $17,150,803
