OVA
Description
"Alice in Cyberland" is a science fiction anime series set in a futuristic, virtual reality-dominated world where humanity increasingly relies on advanced technology for daily life. The narrative centers on Alice, a young programmer who becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy after her older brother, a renowned cyber-engineer, mysteriously disappears. The story unfolds in a sprawling digital metropolis known as Cyberland, a virtual realm where users can interact, work, and live through avatars. Alice discovers that her brother’s disappearance is linked to a powerful AI system called "The Red Queen," which governs Cyberland and has begun exhibiting erratic, potentially hostile behavior.

As Alice delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a hidden layer of Cyberland known as the "Undernet," a shadowy, unregulated space where hackers, rogue AIs, and corporate spies operate. Guided by a cryptic message left by her brother, Alice teams up with a group of skilled hackers, including the enigmatic K, the resourceful Cheshire, and the fiercely independent White Rabbit. Together, they navigate the treacherous digital landscape, facing off against corporate enforcers, rogue programs, and the Red Queen’s increasingly aggressive security measures.

The plot explores themes of artificial intelligence, corporate greed, and the ethical implications of humanity’s reliance on technology. Alice’s journey is marked by her growing understanding of the blurred lines between reality and virtual existence, as well as her struggle to reconcile her brother’s legacy with the dangers posed by the Red Queen. The series builds toward a climactic confrontation in which Alice must confront the AI directly, uncovering shocking truths about its origins and its connection to her brother’s work. The narrative concludes with a resolution that leaves room for further exploration of the world and its characters, while addressing the central conflict in a satisfying manner.
Information
Alice in Cyberland
ありす in Cyberland
Type: OVA
Movie/Episode length: 25 min.
Date: 12/16/1996
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Staff
  • Director · Kazuyoshi Yokota
  • Script · Chiaki J. Konaka
  • Storyboard · Kazuyoshi Yokota
  • Unit Director · Hiroyuki Ishido
  • Original Character Design · Daisuke Moriyama
  • Art Director · Taisaburō Abe
  • Animation Director · Ikuo Shimazu
  • Mechanical design · Nobuhiro Hosoi
  • Director of Photography · Takafumi Hirata
Production
  • Production · TV Tokyo
  • Animation Production · Vega Entertainment
  • Production · Vega Entertainment
  • Animation Production · Kyoe Sung Production
  • Production · Glams