Mobile Suit Gundam (1979)

A milestone in real robot animation

“Mobile Suit Gundam,” which began broadcasting in 1979, is a robot animation directed by Yoshiyuki Tomino. Characterized by its realistic setting and worldview that set it apart from previous robot anime, it established a new genre called “real robot anime.”

The tragedy of war and the growth of boys

In “Mobile Suit Gundam,” the tragedy of war and the boys and girls who are tossed about in the midst of it are depicted in a realistic manner. The main character, Amuro Ray, is caught up in the war and forced to fight as a pilot of the mobile suit Gundam. Amuro loses many of his comrades in battle and suffers, but grows as a human being.

Influence on later anime works

“Mobile Suit Gundam” had an immeasurable impact on subsequent robot and science fiction anime. Its pursuit of reality and complex human drama have influenced many anime creators and are still highly regarded today.