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Project BLUE Earth SOS Promises High Quality Date: 5/11/2006 |
| On May 10th in Tokyo Producers Amuse Soft Entertainment and Animation Studio A.C.G.T. held a production symposium for their upcoming OVA "Project Blue Earth SOS". Based on a series of illustrations drafted by Shigeru Komatsuzaki over 60 years ago titled "Earth SOS", the anime is directed by Tensai Okamura (Wolf's Rain), with script by Ryota Yamaguchi, Character designs by Noriyuki Matsutake and Mecha designs by Shinji Aramaki and Jin Fukuchi. To be released on 6 DVD volumes from August 25th, each one hour episode will also broadcast on AT-X starting July 2nd with a new epsidoe airing every month. Komatsuzaki's originals first serialized in "Adventure Action Film Pocket Edition" in 1948. After World War II, Komatsuzaki published his works in a lot of boy magazines. He took charge of mechanical design in special effects movies such as "Earth Defense Army". In Japan, such is his status that even if one doesn't know Komatsuzaki's name they have probably seen his illustrations somewhere. TRILOGY developed the CG for the project. Those who saw the preview at the event thought the unique mecha (Think Japanese Thunderbirds) of Mr. Komatsuzaki stood out as the best feature. Likewise, it is said the plot is no old-fashioned, monotonous story. The power of the action and battle scenes are said to be on par with that of modern high quality Japanese animation product. The anime was produced in HD resolution, and 5.1ch Dolby Digital audio. It's being said the audio and visual experience is very near that of a quality approaching theatrical film. Mr. Komatsuzaki will unfortunately not be able to see this great homage to his artistic vision, having passed away in 2002 at 86 years of age. Official Website: www.projectblue.jp |
| Source: Anime News Service |
