Movie Name: Trigun: Badlands Rumble(劇場版TRIGUN(トライガン) -Badlands Rumble-)
Length : 1 hour and 30 minutes
Plot: "The story is set in Macca, a town surrounded by quicksand. With rumours spreading that the legendary robber Gasback has his sights set on the town, the mayor Kepler has brought together bounty hunters to protect the town. These bounty hunters have been following Gasback from town to town in hopes of bagging the prize. Meryl and Milly have come to town to assess the situation as insurance agents, but are shocked by this turn of events. Moreover, Vash the Stampede is also in town, along with the female bounty hunter Ameria and Nicholas D. Wolfwood."
For every anime fan, there is a show, or shows, that they will always hold dear. This could be because it was the first anime they saw, it was their "gateway" anime, or that the series made a unique impression upon them. For me, one of the first series I watched DVD to DVD was Trigun. Decades old now, Trigun was only eclipsed by Cowboy Bebop back in the days of Toonami. Although unlike Bebop, Trigun seemed to lack the staying power and interest level that Spike and the gang commanded.
So imagine my surprise when it turned out that my first anime viewing of 2011 would be an old friend from years past. For those who've seen the original series, you'll be right at home with the movie. It's like coming back to your hometown after years away and finding your favorite local burger joint still open. The movie itself plays out like an extended episode, with a good part of the beginning being dedicated to back story. Vash is still enjoyable as always, and fan favorite Wolfwood is also a focal point.
Along with the normal cast of characters, we get the new character "Amelia". The best parts of the movie are the scenes where Vash tries to cozy up to a chilly Amelia in town. For fans of Trigun, or those who haven't had the pleasure, the movie is a great way to spend an evening. Highly recommended for fellow Trigun fans.
Movie Score: 4 out of 5
1 comment:
Great little review. Totally agree with every word.
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