80s

AKIRA (1988) Near-future sci-fi action, driving the popularity of Japanese animation overseas Released in 1988, the theatrical animated film “AKIRA” is an anime adaptation of the manga by Katsuhiro Otomo. Set in the near future in Neo-Tokyo, this science fiction action film depicts a battle between boys with supernatural powers and the ensuing collapse of the city. Detailed and overwhelming visual expression “AKIRA” is characterized by its detailed and overwhelming visual expression. The visuals, which make full use of innovative technology at the time, were highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and had a major impact on later animated ...

The Super Dimension Fortress Macross (1982) A fusion of robot animation and idol stories The TV animation “The Super Dimension Fortress Macross,” broadcast from 1982 to 1983, is a science fiction robot animation depicting the battle between humans aboard the giant space battleship Macross and the alien Zentraedi. This work is characterized by its innovative setting and storyline that overturns the conventional wisdom of robot animation. A story in which singing plays an important role In “Macross,” idol singer Lin Ming-mei's songs play an important role in the war against the Zentraedi. This storyline seeks the possibility of mutual understanding ...

19. Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur (1980) The origin of seasonal theatrical animation, a milestone in children's films The 1980 animated feature film “Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur” is based on the manga “Doraemon” by Fujiko F. Fujio. The story begins when Nobita discovers the fossil of a dinosaur egg and hatches it using Doraemon's secret tools. A touching story of friendship and adventure “Nobita's Dinosaur” is a touching story about the friendship between Nobita and Pisuke (a hatched dinosaur) and their adventures in the world of the Cretaceous Period. As a milestone in animated films for children, it continues to be loved by ...