TV-Series
Description
"Blue Gender" is a science fiction anime series set in a dystopian future where humanity faces extinction due to an alien species known as the Blue. The story begins with Yuji Kaido, a young man diagnosed with a rare disease, placed in cryogenic sleep in the late 20th century. He awakens over two decades later to find Earth overrun by the Blue, insect-like creatures that have decimated human civilization. The remnants of humanity have retreated to a space station called Second Earth, orbiting the planet.

Yuji is rescued by a military unit known as the Space Cryogenics Tactical Squad, led by the hardened soldier Marlene Angel. The squad's mission is to retrieve cryogenically frozen individuals like Yuji, who are believed to hold the key to humanity's survival. Yuji, initially disoriented and unprepared for the harsh realities of this new world, struggles to adapt to the constant threat of the Blue and the militarized society of Second Earth.

As the narrative progresses, Yuji and Marlene develop a complex relationship, with Yuji's idealism clashing against Marlene's pragmatic and survivalist mindset. The series explores themes of humanity's resilience, the ethics of survival, and the consequences of technological advancement. Yuji's unique condition, which grants him a mysterious connection to the Blue, becomes a focal point of the story, raising questions about the nature of the creatures and humanity's role in their creation.

The plot delves into the political and social dynamics of Second Earth, where a rigid hierarchy and authoritarian rule dominate. The leadership, led by Director General Howe, prioritizes the preservation of the human race at any cost, often resorting to morally questionable methods. Yuji and Marlene's journey uncovers dark secrets about the origins of the Blue and the true intentions of Second Earth's leaders, leading to a climactic confrontation that challenges their understanding of humanity's future.

Throughout the series, the characters grapple with their identities and the moral dilemmas of a world where survival often comes at the expense of compassion. The narrative balances intense action sequences with introspective moments, creating a compelling exploration of human nature in the face of existential threats. "Blue Gender" presents a thought-provoking and emotionally charged story, blending science fiction elements with a focus on character development and ethical questions.
Information
Blue Gender
ブルージェンダー
Blue Breed
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 25 min.
Date: 10/08/1999 – 03/31/2000
Categories
Genre
ActionDramaHorror
Settings
MilitarySci-Fi
Tags
MechaReal Robots
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1One Day
2Cry
3Trial
4Agony
5Priority
6Relation
7Sympath
8Oasis
9Confirm
10Tactics
11Go Mad
12Progress
13Heresy
14Set
15Calm
16A Sign
17Eclosion
18Chaos
19Collapse
20Versus
21Joker
22Dogma
23Soliste
24Compass
25Adagio
26Let Me
Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Masashi Abe
  • Scenario
    Sumio Uetake
    Yasunori Yamada
    Mitsuhiro Yamada
    Yoshimasa Takahashi
  • Storyboard
    Masashi Ikeda
    Kōichi Ōhata
    Kunitoshi Okajima
    Katsuhito Akiyama
    Hiromichi Matano
    Hidekazu Satō
    Takashi Kobayashi
    Yasuhiro Matsumura
    Nobuaki Nakanishi
    Hiroshi Ishiodori
    Takashi Hashimoto
    Yukio Nishimoto
    Masashi Abe
    Satoshi Nakagawa
    Kiyoshi Fukumoto
    Yasuhiro Minami
    Yasushi Muraki
    Yukihiro Makino
    Saburô Suzuki
  • Unit Director
    Masashi Abe
    Yasushi Muraki
  • Original creator
    Ryōsuke Takahashi
  • Art Director
    Hidetoshi Kaneko
  • Animation Director
    Kenichi Ōnuki
    Makoto Furuta
    Hideo Maru
    Junichi Takaoka
    Kunihiro Abe
    Takashi Hashimoto
    Hideki Kakita
    Fuminori Kizaki
    Keiichi Sasajima
    Haruo Sotozaki
    Hideo Shimosaka
    Hiromitsu Morishita
    Toshiaki Iino
    Kazuhiko Abe
    Katsumi Shimazaki
    Gi Du Kim
    Maikara Hirojio
    Masanori Yasutoku
    Maikara Amano
    Kōji Watanabe
  • Sound Director
    Yoshikazu Iwanami
  • Producer
    Hiroaki Inoue
    Yasuo Hasegawa
    Bag Min Beob
    Hiroshi Tazaki
  • Series Composition
  • Screenplay
    Ryōsuke Takahashi
  • Episode Director
    Akihiko Nishiyama
    Yasuhito Kikuchi
    Hiromichi Matano
    Hidekazu Satō
    Yasuhiro Matsumura
    Nobuaki Nakanishi
    Hiroshi Ishiodori
    Yukio Nishimoto
    Masashi Abe
    Satoshi Nakagawa
    Kiyoshi Fukumoto
    Yasuhiro Geshi
    Rion Kujo
    Masakazu Amiya
    Yasuhiro Shimotsukasa
    Ryôta Kitagawa
  • Music
    Kuniaki Haishima
  • Character Design
    Fuminori Kizaki
    Kōji Watanabe
  • Chief Animation Director
    Fuminori Kizaki
  • Mechanical design
    Hitoshi Fukuchi
    Minoru Yamasaki
    Kōji Watanabe
  • Director of Photography
    Yasuyoshi Toyonaga
Production
  • Production
    AIC
    Toshiba EMI
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