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Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: Apocalypse 0079

Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: Apocalypse 0079 (2006)

Apr 26, 2006 1h 30m Animation Science Fiction War

Lieutenant Oliver May and the 603 Technical Division Unit aboard the Jotunheim continue testing and evaluating experimental weapons to aid the Zeon war effort against the Federation Forces. At the end of each experiment, the tale of the trials and tribulations faced by the weapon and its test pilot adds a small chapter to the long history of the One Year War

Directed by Takashi Imanishi

Cast

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Miki Nagasawa
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Miki Nagasawa

as Monique Cadillac (voice)

Hideo Ishikawa
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Hideo Ishikawa

as May Oliver (voice)

Shozo Iizuka
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Shozo Iizuka

as Prochnow Martin (voice)

Jun Fukuyama
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Jun Fukuyama

as Hideto Washiya (voice)

Sayaka Aida
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Sayaka Aida

as Erwin Cadillac (voice)

Kenyu Horiuchi
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Kenyu Horiuchi

as Werner Holbein (voice)

Ikuya Sawaki
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Ikuya Sawaki

as Herbert von Kuspen (voice)

Tamio Ohki
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Tamio Ohki

as Gihren Zabi (voice)

Crew

Director
  • Takashi Imanishi

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Thematic Analysis

As a science fiction narrative, Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: Apocalypse 0079 explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.

Director Takashi Imanishi 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 2006, 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 Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: Apocalypse 0079 took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 148 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
  • The musical score contains over 38 unique compositions.
  • The film contains approximately 1409 individual shots.

Historical Context

  • In 2006, when this film is released:
  • Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
  • 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

Details

  • Release Date: April 26, 2006
  • Runtime: 1h 30m

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