Cast
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Keiko Han
as Sarah Cyanbaker
Toshio Furukawa
as Akira Tsukuba
Katsuji Mori
as Mitsuo Itami
Kazuhiko Kishino
as Thompson Tomonaga
Kazuyuki Sogabe
as Tōru Nara
Norio Wakamoto
as Naoki Ryo
Takeshi Katō
as Takeshi Suzuka
Tessyo Genda
as Belgel
Toru Furuya
as Jiro Ishige
Yoku Shioya
as Bōichi Nekota
Akio Nojima
as Yamakawa (voice)
Gorō Naya
as Shonosuke Kuramoto / Narrator
Hirokazu Hiramatsu
as Mizutani Yamamoto
Hiroyuki Taira
as Fukuroi
Ichirô Murakoshi
as Announcer
Crew
Director
- Toshio Masuda
- Takeshi Shirato
- Eiichi Yamamoto
Producer
- Tomoharu Katsumata
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Odin: Starlight Mutiny 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 Toshio Masuda 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 1985, 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 Odin: Starlight Mutiny took approximately 16 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 139 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 172 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 416 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1985, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Odin: Starlight Mutiny shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike 2001: A Space Odyssey, which focuses more on action than character development, Odin: Starlight Mutiny offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Armageddon and Dark Star explore similar territory, Odin: Starlight Mutiny 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: August 10, 1985
- Runtime: 2h 19m
