Expelled from Paradise
A.D. 2400, DEVA's central council detects an incident of unauthorized access into their mainframe. Someone on Earth was trying to hack into the system. The only information DEVA was able to retrieve was that hacker referred to themselves as "Frontier Setter." To investigate the mysterious hacker's motives, the high officials of DEVA dispatch system Security Third Officer Angela Balzac to the Earth's surface. Equipped with a prosthetic "material body," Angela attempts to make contact with a local agent Dingo, but what awaited her instead was a swarm of Sandworms now infesting the Earth's surface. Angela intercepts the gruesome pests with her exoskeleton powered suit Arhan.
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Plot Summary
In the year 2399, humanity has abandoned the desolate Earth for a digital paradise called DEVA. However, a hacker infiltrates DEVA, leading to a crisis that requires a special agent, Angela Balzac, to travel back to Earth to investigate. She teams up with a terrestrial security officer, Dingo, to uncover the truth behind the digital world's vulnerabilities.
Critical Reception
Expelled from Paradise was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly for its stunning animation and ambitious storytelling. It was praised for blending mature themes with exciting action sequences, though some found the plot a bit convoluted at times. The film is considered a standout in modern anime productions for its visual quality and thematic depth.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its high-quality, dynamic animation and fluid action sequences.
- Appreciated for its mature exploration of transhumanism and the nature of reality.
- Some viewers found the plot pacing and complexity to be uneven.
Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the film's impressive visuals and engaging action. The philosophical themes and character development also received positive remarks, contributing to a high overall satisfaction rate.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Animation at the 39th Japan Academy Film Prize.
Fun Fact
The film's character designs were handled by the renowned artist Saitom, known for his distinct illustration style.
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