Movie
Description
"Nadia - The Secret of Blue Water: The Motion Picture" is a condensed retelling of the 1990 anime series "Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water," reimagined as a feature-length film. The narrative centers on Nadia, a young circus performer of mysterious origins, and Jean, an inventive and optimistic boy. Their paths cross when Nadia is pursued by a group of villains seeking a powerful artifact known as the Blue Water, a gemstone tied to the lost civilization of Atlantis. Together, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind the Blue Water while evading the relentless forces of the Neo-Atlantean organization, led by the enigmatic Gargoyle.

The story begins in late 19th-century Paris, where Nadia and Jean meet during the 1889 World's Fair. After a series of events, they escape aboard the advanced submarine Nautilus, commanded by the noble Captain Nemo. The Nautilus becomes a sanctuary and a base of operations as the group travels across the globe, facing threats from Gargoyle's forces, who seek to harness the Blue Water's power to dominate the world. Along the way, Nadia grapples with her identity and her connection to Atlantis, while Jean provides unwavering support and ingenuity.

The film condenses the series' key arcs, focusing on the central conflict between the protagonists and the Neo-Atlanteans. It highlights themes of friendship, resilience, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. The narrative culminates in a climactic confrontation where Nadia and Jean must prevent Gargoyle from using the Blue Water to awaken ancient Atlantean technology capable of catastrophic destruction. The resolution emphasizes the importance of unity and the rejection of destructive power, as Nadia and Jean's bond becomes a symbol of hope and humanity's potential for good.
Information
Nadia - The Secret of Blue Water: The Motion Picture
ふしぎの海のナディア 劇場用オリジナル版
Nadia of the Mysterious Seas
Type: Movie
Movie/Episode length: 90 min.
Date: 06/29/1991
Categories
Genre
Action
Settings
Sci-Fi
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Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Shō Aono
  • Storyboard
    Yūji Kawahara
  • Original Work
  • Art Director
    Masanori Kikuchi
  • Sound Director
    Katsunori Shimizu
  • Producer
    Kenjirō Kawando
    Kōji Yoritsune
  • Screenplay
    Kaoru Umeno
  • Music
    Shirō Sagisu
  • Character Design
    Yoshiyuki Sadamoto
    Kōichi Takada
  • Animation Director
    Kōichi Takada
  • Executive producer
    Yukichi Ōhashi
    Shinji Ichimura
    Hideki Higuchi
Production
  • Production
    TOHO
    NHK
    Group TAC
    GAINAX
    Sogo Vision
    SEI YOUNG
    Ichimura Collection