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Space-Time Traveler - Time Stranger
In the new Calendar Year of 392, in Neo-Tokyo, a young man, Agino Jiro, steals a time synchronization system and tries to escape to the past. The authorities give chase and damage his ship in the pursuit, forcing him to land in modern day Tokyo, Determined, he breaks into a van and attaches the device, recklessly kidnapping Nobucho, Shinichi, Teko and their teacher, Hokubei. Their initial resistance force lands them in Tokyo on March 9th 1945, during the US bombing campaign. Escaping again to the past the group eventually arrives at the Warring States period. There the future and the past collide as factions from Jiro's era seek to alter their past at a pivotal moment at Honnoji.
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Plot Summary
A young boy discovers a mysterious time-traveling device and embarks on an extraordinary adventure through history. He encounters various historical figures and events, all while being pursued by a relentless villain who seeks to exploit the device for his own nefarious purposes. The boy must learn to control the device and outwit his pursuer to protect the timeline.
Critical Reception
Time Stranger is a beloved animated science fiction film, particularly praised for its imaginative concept and engaging storyline. While not a mainstream blockbuster, it has garnered a cult following among animation enthusiasts and science fiction fans for its unique take on time travel and its vibrant visual style.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its creative approach to time travel and animation.
Appreciated for its adventurous plot and memorable characters.
Seen as a charming, albeit niche, entry in the sci-fi animation genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by Sunrise, a renowned animation studio known for its work on iconic mecha and sci-fi series like 'Mobile Suit Gundam' and 'Cowboy Bebop'.
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