Cast
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Minami Takayama
as Conan Edogawa (voice)
Kappei Yamaguchi
as Shinichi Kudo (voice)
Wakana Yamazaki
as Ran Mouri (voice)
Rikiya Koyama
as Kogoro Mouri (voice)
Toru Furuya
as Rei Furuya (voice)
Wataru Takagi
as Wataru Takagi / Genta Kojima (voice)
Atsuko Yuya
as Miwako Sato (voice)
Nobutoshi Canna
as Jinpei Matsuda (voice)
Shin-ichiro Miki
as Kenji Hagiwara (voice)
Hiroki Touchi
as Wataru Date (voice)
Hikaru Midorikawa
as Hiromitsu Morofushi (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)
Crew
Director
- Susumu Mitsunaka
Producer
- Takeshi Shioguchi
- Shuho Kondo
- Kiyoaki Terashima
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Animation/Action/Crime/Mystery film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Susumu Mitsunaka 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 2022, 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 Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 111 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 158 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Beverly Hills Cop II and Princess Mononoke explore similar territory, Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween 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: April 15, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 51m
- Revenue: $72,699,093
