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Description
"Cyber Team in Akihabara: The Movie" is a 1999 anime film that serves as a condensed retelling of the 1998 television series "Cyber Team in Akihabara." The story centers on Hibari Hanakoganei, a cheerful and determined high school girl living in Akihabara, Tokyo. Hibari discovers a small, bird-like mechanical companion named Tama, who transforms into a powerful battle android known as a "Dragonite." Tama is one of several Dragonites created by the mysterious organization Pandora, each designed to bond with a specific individual. Hibari learns that she is the chosen "Princess" of Tama, destined to compete in a high-stakes tournament against other Princesses and their Dragonites.

The tournament, orchestrated by Pandora, is a battle for supremacy, with the ultimate prize being a wish granted by the organization. Hibari, alongside her friends and fellow Princesses—Sakura, Asuka, and Subaru—must navigate the challenges of the competition while uncovering the truth behind Pandora's motives. Each Princess has a unique Dragonite with distinct abilities, reflecting their personalities and strengths. Hibari's journey is marked by her growth as a leader and her deepening bond with Tama, as well as her determination to protect her friends and the world from Pandora's potentially dangerous ambitions.

The narrative explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-discovery, as Hibari and her companions face both external battles and internal struggles. The film condenses the series' plot, focusing on key moments and character dynamics while maintaining the core elements of the original story. The setting of Akihabara, known for its vibrant electronics and otaku culture, plays a significant role in the story, blending futuristic technology with the everyday lives of the characters. The film balances action-packed sequences with moments of humor and emotional depth, offering a cohesive and engaging adaptation of the series.
Information
Cyber Team in Akihabara: The Movie
劇場版 アキハバラ電脳組 2011年の夏休み
Cyberteam in Akihabara: 2011 Summer Vacations
Type: Movie
Movie/Episode length: 60 min.
Date: 08/14/1999
Categories
Genre
Comedy
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Staff
  • Director · Hiroaki Sakurai
  • Director · Yoshitaka Fujimoto
  • Screenplay · Katsumi Hasegawa
  • Storyboard · Hiroaki Sakurai
  • Unit Director · Tamaki Nakatsu
  • Unit Director · Masayuki Onchi
  • Music · Shinkichi Mitsumune
  • Original creator · Tsukasa Kotobuki
  • Original Manga · Tsukasa Kotobuki
  • Original Character Design · Tsukasa Kotobuki
  • Character Design · Yoshiki Yamakawa
  • Art Director · Shunichiro Yoshihara
  • Art Director · Mitsuharu Miyamae
  • Animation Director · Yoshiki Yamakawa
  • Animation Character Design · Seiji Kishimoto
  • Sound Director · Hideyuki Tanaka
  • Director of Photography · Seiichi Morishita
  • Producer · Atsushi Moriyama
  • Producer · Masatomo Nishizawa
Production
  • Animation Production · Production I.G
  • Production · Production I.G
  • Production · Starchild Records
  • Animation Production · Xebec
  • Production · Toei Video Co., Ltd
  • Production · Cyberteam in Akihabara Production Committee