The Oppenheimer Of Anime - ROYAL SPACE FORCE

[@mohammedosman4902]

Watched it when it became available state side. It blew my mind how good it was, and I had never even heard of it. Only watched it because a friend recommended it. Extremely original, complicated and nuanced. It makes me happy that the movie lives on and still get appreciated now. The movie is still one of a kind

[@bob38028]

Where the heck can you watch it???

[@Fricasso79]

I had this on VHS in the 90s, but my version had the attempted rape scene removed, so that whole passage made even less sense. I think Shirotsugh is kind of unique as a protagonist in this kind of story, because it's clear from the beginning that he really isn't very bright at all, and even though Riquinni inspires him to apply himself for the first time in his life, he still remains a rather unlikely scientific hero. I think this underdog status also applies to his country, as the Kingdom seems to have some parallels with the USSR in that it's corrupt, poverty-stricken and technologically inferior to its rival, the Republic, but somehow it still manages to be the first to put a man in space.

[@matten_zero]

There's a lot of classics that are slept on.

[@j.2512]

Because of localization issues and bad marketing a lot of 80s and 90s stuff kinda bombed when it came to sales and public reception, its unfortunate. I am fascinated by a lot of 90s ovas at the tail end of the bubble economy , lots of cancelled projects and mishandled properties that deserve better.

[@jonnywick4611]

Please name them, brother

[@matten_zero]

@@jonnywick4611 Kino's Journey (2003) Now and Then, Here and There Vampire Hunter D Samurai Champloo Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex GTO Golden Boy

[@jonnywick4611]

@@matten_zero lol he said bomb and underrated like this movie all those are entering mainstream

[@manuelpalomosoto]

It bothers me when someone says an anime film doesn’t feel like one just because it doesn’t include over-the-top animation or exaggerated action. That’s not what anime is; it’s simply a medium for storytelling

[@matttaylor308]

This is my single favourite anime film, and one of my favourite films of all time. The final launch sequence is one of the most incredible action-tension sequences I've ever seen, the transfer from the petty territorial squabbles of two nations to the immensity of space is absolutely astounding.

[@cnmnnaturalist]

This is one of my favorite anime of all time. Hell, it is one of my favorite MOVIES of all time. The launch sequence just overwhelms you with awe and delight.

[@RobAlberto_4]

I saw this in the 90's on a cartoon channel here in Canada. It's a incredible execution in visual world building with a deeply flawed character story. But boy is it inspirational as to what can be achieved when imagination builds a world.

[@Jay828__]

Thanks for reminding me of this! Saw it on VHS in the early '90s, should probably revisit it.

[@JanHell666]

Saw it in the 90´s a few times and the first time(s) it did not work for me but i guess i was hoping/suspecting something of "high energy" like Gunbuster or other Gainax titles....later when i was a bit more "mature" it clicked with me and now its a classic for me.

[@j.2512]

weird, i was just thinking about this anime these last couple days. Highly underated if you ask me, whats weird is that it doesn't deal with the usual themes you'd expect from a sci fi anime, specially from its era but it makes much more sense when you rewatch it as an older person. I was also thinking a lot about Venus Wars, its another incredible anime from a visual standpoint that bombed in the box office and just about killed its creator's career but it could have easily been one of the all time great anime movies with just a little better script.

[@nobodyhere8257]

YOU FINALLY WATCHED IT, LET'S FUCKING GO!!!!!!!!!! I've said it multiple times and I'll say it again, This might be my favorite film of all time. Absolute Masterpiece (aside from that scene). R.I.P. Ryuchi Sakamoto, you will be very missed

[@lapiswolf2780]

I recently saw clips from this movie featuring the planes.

[@Tenoko321]

Fun fact, this movie almost killed Gainax

[@triplehate6759]

I consider this and End of Evangelion to be the greatest anime movies of all time; when Gainax was at their peak (this, Evangelion, Gunbuster/Diebuster, Nadia (sans Higuchi), FLCL, Gurren Lagann, Panty & Stocking, etc.), they gave us the best of the best.

[@664chrisman]

7:50 never noticed the statue's eyes move before. 😮😮😮😮

[@applecrow8]

Their mistake was making the first Space Warship out of a rocket instead of a Battleship. I mean come on! I loved this movie though, its awesome to see a scifi version of another space race.

[@Lee86THUNDER]

Just watched this for the first time. Its an absolute gem and seeing the film hit on so many issues leading up to the mission was so smooth and believable. Aside from THAT scene, i really enjoyed everything. I can see the scene being in the film to say this guy is super flawed despite wanting to do a good thing and sometimes thats just how people are. But there are great characters, atmosphere, voice acting, story, beautiful art work, uniquely awesome music and montages, and just an awesome film with some deep messages and themes. I dont have a top list but its easily a favorite.

[@linsaysturrup2201]

Glad to see this classic get some well deserved appreciation

[@larrybell1859]

I saw this movie on the internet and I was amazed by the animation. This fictional story was so well made that it actually looked like it happen in real life.

[@edgarej]

This movie skyrocketed into my top five after watching it for the first time in the 90's.

[@ROMANTIKILLER2]

I had never heard of this movie, but it sounds interesting. After all, discovering some retro gems is one of the great things about this channel.

[@krono5el]

Animation is still mind shattering, anno went ballistic. truly beyond masterpiece level.

[@j.2512]

Its crazy how for a decade or so before evangelion Anno was involved in absolutely everything. The man was even involved in Cream Lemon for gods sake, he was the only one not to use a pseudonim in the credits, the mad lad.

[@bake-io1cf]

my favorite part is how Gainax stuff only looks so good only because of raw talent, even in Gunbuster who has insanely good action they ran out of money and the ending was in black and white because they could not afford paints. They were always working with shoestring budgets and still somehow made some of the best stuff ever.

[@FanGirl9463]

Just got home from school about to watch this new video from Ryan like the new episode of dragon ball Z.

[@nundulan]

I'm gonna check this out, looks cool

[@blast_processing6577]

7:03 I think you're waaay off. That scene occurs right after Shirotsugh criticizes the power company for bulldozing Riquinni's home, saying they 'can't push her around like that'. The point of it is to emphasize that Shirotsugh isn't a _righteous_ hero and that he isn't really in control of the events he finds himself at the center of. It should have been conveyed in some other way, but the biggest problem with it is Riquinni's response -- she acts like Shirotsugh did nothing wrong and that she is to blame, which reduces her character to a 2-dimensional prop meant to hold Shirotsugh up.

[@karariekstins366]

Sorry to get way too personal, but I'm old and grew up in this era. I was SAed....and I hate to say it but the culture in the 90s totally embraced this behavior. I did blame myself, people actively encouraged me to shut my mouth, I was to blame for feeling so emotional about it, and I was told to focus schoolwork. No one ever referred me to psychological counseling. "She should have stood up for herself" is so easy to say in hindsight. I'm so grateful that our global culture is different now, but I personally wish you would view this scene to understand why it was so hard for victims to come forward. The whole structure of society made us out to be the problem, I received that message again and again growing up.

[@AbelMcTalisker]

There are a couple of points in the story that kind of establish that women in this society don`t have equal rights ( or, for that matter have any rights at all) and are very much seen as subordinate to men. Taken in that context Riquinni's attitude is understandable as a poor lower class woman without any other relatives to support her, all she really has is the vague support of her religion (or cult) and whatever her relationship with Shirotsugh is. The Kingdom is portrayed as a society with a lot of serious social problems hinted at but not explained directly though its not hard to make some assumptions based on Earth history. But remember, this is NOT Earth, just a world that resembles it in some ways. When you say "she acts like Shirotsugh did nothing wrong and that she is to blame", you miss the point that from the point of view of the society portrayed she is to a degree and the religion she follows teaches that everybody is a sinner and damned but the way to act is to forgive anyway, no matter what.

[@Jack_InnaBox]

Must have been an anime thing, after that whole 'scene' i'm shocked he didn't get kicked out of the space force or she didn't come for his throat later on. RPing is one thing, but no is no.

[@blast_processing6577]

That scene occurs right after Shirotsugh criticizes the power company for bulldozing Riquinni's home, saying they 'can't push her around like that'. The point of it is to emphasize that Shirotsugh isn't a _righteous_ hero and that he isn't really in control of the events he finds himself at the center of. It should have been conveyed in some other way, but the biggest problem with it is Riquinni's response -- she acts like Shirotsugh did nothing wrong and that she is to blame, which reduces her character to a 2-dimensional prop meant to hold Shirotsugh up.

[@jester1027]

Hey, that’s a solid review. Yeah, I think I’m gonna check it out. I’m looking forward to see the execution , mood and animation, especially from 80’s anime.

[@soulsboyrne]

Added to the long need to watchlist cheers amigo

[@MeadowGaze]

It's set on an alien planet by the way not an alternate history.

[@brettcoster4781]

Have been watching this movie since sometime in the 90s and love everything about it except "that" scene, which truly seems to come from nowhere. Have it on DVD, (thankyou Madman Aust) it probably will never make it to Blu-ray. Ah well.

[@jynniferspencer861]

I’ve never seen this, but will add it to the list.

[@giladpellaeon1691]

I've seen clips, probably from the ending action scenes used in some AMVs.

[@Bornagainvillain]

I got this some years ago, and only watched it recently. Might need a second viewing.

[@joshualutes6536]

I love your videos man and this one made my day. Thank you and I hope you have a good day as well👍

[@plussum3255]

2:10 considering the time the movie was released it may have been more relevant then.

[@SageCortez]

TY! Will add it to the list! Sounds very interesting

[@IuliusPsicofactum]

One of my favorite movies ever. There was a time I watched it every other morning 😂

[@adamquenano8563]

I’d say the 2001 Space Odyssey of anime is Legends of the galactic heroes. Highly recommend watching the OVA

[@TrevRockOne]

They don't have much in common at all. Ideon: Be Invoked is a much better candidate.

[@guts-0077]

aight bet

[@FracturedImage]

Star Trek or even Babylon 5 have more in common with Galactic Heroes than 2001

[@adamquenano8563]

@@TrevRockOne I mean in terms of writing quality

[@TrevRockOne]

@@adamquenano8563 So they're just two things that are good. That's fine but not a very valuable comparison. Many of the works of Yoshiyuki Tomino are actually analogous to 2001. He had something of an obsession with that film.

[@onithedemonslayer3142]

I dont get why some people think religion and science doesn't go together some of the first scientists were Christian monks.

[@Sadler4]

I haven't watched yet but I will now. Is it streaming anywhere, or do I need to buy a physical copy?

[@muserweaver]

More people need to see it

[@scottgimple8107]

Never even heard about this before. I’ll give it a go

[@devonstart2758]

The whys and all the world building are irrelevant to the story and frankly we dont always need a fully fleshed out world

[@Sadler4]

I literally just finished this movie for the first and its amazing!

[@LoutenatKernel]

This anime looks amazing

[@Resilient_Chora]

Please review Love, Death and Robots.

[@lawrencefrost9063]

OK I just watched this. Such a weird thing. Cool.

[@fakesmile172]

It's getting a sequel

[@AbelMcTalisker]

Its been getting a sequel for decades. At this point its highly unlikely that if a sequel happens it will be any good.

[@isaiasrach7503]

Give one piece more time bro!😂 im not saying it will get less silly because the jokes will stay but i can say the fights do get alot more serious as time goes on

[@lazedreamor2318]

Weird way to spell "The Wind Rises"

[@apollorampage]

Gang

[@BPJJohn]

Wouldn't Interstellar be a more comparable film to this?

[@DURDEN_DA_DUKE]

I love when ryan reviews older stuff🦾

[@RealLifeRyan]

Thank you! 🙏

[@DURDEN_DA_DUKE]

@@RealLifeRyan 🦾🦾🦾

[@FracturedImage]

Your title sucks and is very clickbaity Oppenheimer didn’t invent the procedural drama

[@j.2512]

american media is garbage but hollywood has those 200 million usd marketing budgets so you never stop hearing about the latest movie meme and people have to reference it to be able to float above the algorithm.

[@MrM9819]

"Clickbaiting" is part of the game. This is youtube.

[@bake-io1cf]

Oppenheimer sucks though

[@InfamyOrDeath-__-]

Never heard of it before, doesn’t sound like something I’d bother watching. I do like the look of the animation.