AMBot | 07/08/2008 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
Chrono Crusade
Start: Tuesday, 29.07.2008, 9:35 PM, then: Mon.-Fri. 9:35 PM Action/Comedy, Japan, 2004, Dir: Koh Yuh
The monthly tip from Animax program coordinator Doris Wyplel:
"The animation of this breathtaking and highly amusing demon adventure from GONZO maintains its absolutely high quality throughout all episodes. The story is set in New York during the golden 1920s, where the economy is booming but dark shadows lurk at night. If it weren’t for the mobile exorcist duo Rosette and Chrono, who rush to the scene when demons appear and give the fiends a good kick in the pants. The fact that Chrono himself is a demon whose powers are fueled by Rosette’s life force makes the story even more exciting.
My conclusion: Chrono Crusade is a mix of tension and humor, fantasy and Christian mythology centered around the nun Rosette and her demonic companion Chrono. The setting in New York during the global economic boom evokes associations with the mafia and corruption. A devilishly entertaining series—make sure to have tissues ready for the ending!"
More highlights:
Samurai 7
Mon.-Fri. 5:40 PM Sat./Sun. 5:15 PM Fantasy, Japan, 2004, Dir: Toshifumi Takizawa
With this fantasy adaptation of the Japanese film classic "Seven Samurai" (1954), Studio GONZO delivers a successful mix of adventure, fun, and flawless animation. The series is set in Japan’s distant future. The war of the samurai has finally ended, but now ruthless merchants and bandits have seized power. Villages are plundered without restraint, women are abducted, and shady deals are made. The villagers stand no chance alone. So they set out to find the seven samurai who will bring lasting peace. The series impresses with stunning CGI effects and the diverse, lovingly crafted characters.
Solty Rei
Mon.-Fri. 7:50 PM Sat./Sun. 8:15 PM Action Drama, Japan, 2005, Dir: Yoshimasa Hiraike
One of the newer series from the famous animation studio GONZO, which creates breathtaking atmosphere through a combination of computer-generated imagery and anime techniques. The entertaining yet equally sophisticated story revolves around bounty hunter Roy, whose daughter disappeared twelve years earlier in an accident that claimed thousands of lives. Most survivors were left mutilated. As a result, the business of high-tech replacement body parts is booming—but it also attracts criminals. While hunting down the "invincible mutations," Roy hopes for a miracle to prevent himself from losing his humanity. And the miracle happens: in the form of a young girl named Solty...
Also in the program:
Gundam Seed,
Mon.-Fri. 5:15 PM, Sat./Sun. 5:40 PM Fantasy, Japan, 2002, Dir: Mitsuo Fukuda
Final Fantasy: Unlimited
Mon.-Fri. 6:55 PM, Sat./Sun. 7:25 PM Adventure, Japan, 2001, Dir: Mahiro Maeda
Elfen Lied
Mon.-Sun. 11:45 PM Horror, Japan, 2002, Dir: Kanbe Mamoru
Black Jack
Mon.-Fri. 8:40 PM, Sat./Sun. 9:10 PM Mystery-Thriller, Japan, 1993, Dir: Osamu Dezaki
Start: Tuesday, 29.07.2008, 9:35 PM, then: Mon.-Fri. 9:35 PM Action/Comedy, Japan, 2004, Dir: Koh Yuh
The monthly tip from Animax program coordinator Doris Wyplel:
"The animation of this breathtaking and highly amusing demon adventure from GONZO maintains its absolutely high quality throughout all episodes. The story is set in New York during the golden 1920s, where the economy is booming but dark shadows lurk at night. If it weren’t for the mobile exorcist duo Rosette and Chrono, who rush to the scene when demons appear and give the fiends a good kick in the pants. The fact that Chrono himself is a demon whose powers are fueled by Rosette’s life force makes the story even more exciting.
My conclusion: Chrono Crusade is a mix of tension and humor, fantasy and Christian mythology centered around the nun Rosette and her demonic companion Chrono. The setting in New York during the global economic boom evokes associations with the mafia and corruption. A devilishly entertaining series—make sure to have tissues ready for the ending!"
More highlights:
Samurai 7
Mon.-Fri. 5:40 PM Sat./Sun. 5:15 PM Fantasy, Japan, 2004, Dir: Toshifumi Takizawa
With this fantasy adaptation of the Japanese film classic "Seven Samurai" (1954), Studio GONZO delivers a successful mix of adventure, fun, and flawless animation. The series is set in Japan’s distant future. The war of the samurai has finally ended, but now ruthless merchants and bandits have seized power. Villages are plundered without restraint, women are abducted, and shady deals are made. The villagers stand no chance alone. So they set out to find the seven samurai who will bring lasting peace. The series impresses with stunning CGI effects and the diverse, lovingly crafted characters.
Solty Rei
Mon.-Fri. 7:50 PM Sat./Sun. 8:15 PM Action Drama, Japan, 2005, Dir: Yoshimasa Hiraike
One of the newer series from the famous animation studio GONZO, which creates breathtaking atmosphere through a combination of computer-generated imagery and anime techniques. The entertaining yet equally sophisticated story revolves around bounty hunter Roy, whose daughter disappeared twelve years earlier in an accident that claimed thousands of lives. Most survivors were left mutilated. As a result, the business of high-tech replacement body parts is booming—but it also attracts criminals. While hunting down the "invincible mutations," Roy hopes for a miracle to prevent himself from losing his humanity. And the miracle happens: in the form of a young girl named Solty...
Also in the program:
Gundam Seed,
Mon.-Fri. 5:15 PM, Sat./Sun. 5:40 PM Fantasy, Japan, 2002, Dir: Mitsuo Fukuda
Final Fantasy: Unlimited
Mon.-Fri. 6:55 PM, Sat./Sun. 7:25 PM Adventure, Japan, 2001, Dir: Mahiro Maeda
Elfen Lied
Mon.-Sun. 11:45 PM Horror, Japan, 2002, Dir: Kanbe Mamoru
Black Jack
Mon.-Fri. 8:40 PM, Sat./Sun. 9:10 PM Mystery-Thriller, Japan, 1993, Dir: Osamu Dezaki
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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