Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Conan Future Boy


The first time I saw Conan Future Boy, I should have been about five years. I remember that were on channel five, UCVtv, when Channel five was the best in animated programming. Today, remembering, I think in some ways this mini cartoon influenced my way of seeing the world, or at least part of it. I know it sounds exaggerated, but is true. The cartoons are no big deal, but some elements are very well developed, especially with regard to story, to the mystical, the apocalyptic world, etc. Then there are the characters, full of life, values such as courage and friendship, loyalty, even love.
The story tells about Conan, a child living with his grandfather on an island in the middle of the ocean, and they are the last survivors of a great catastrophe that hit the earth.
Conan one day realize they are not alone, and meets Lana, a beautiful girl who is pursued by some guys. from then on Conan will never be the same and leave the island to find the girl. on his adventure will know different people like Jimsy, Captain Dyce, etc. all great characters.
a curious fact is that the series is not well known, despite being directed by anime master Hayao Miyazaki in the late seventies. The character designs are also by him, and are great.
For some years, finally came out on DVD and I could see it again. I can only say it was all I remembered, and more. For me, Conan Future Boy is not just a mini cartoon series. Its my favorite animated movie of all time.

1 comment:

  1. I didn't know that Miyasaki directed this conan!

    I want to watch this!

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