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Blue Sky
The story revolves around a pachinko parlor worker named Shiori (Aoi) and her aspiring musician boyfriend, Tetsu. The two of them travel from Kyushu to Tokyo together and struggle to stay afloat while Tetsu chases his dream. Tetsu’s younger brother eventually shows up and the two brothers form a duo and start to play some shows together. Later, Shiori gets recruited as a gravure idol while Tetsu gets involved with a local yakuza and cheats on Shiori with another woman. Tetsu continues loving Shiori, but big city life gradually tears them apart.
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Plot Summary
A lonely, ambitious factory robot named Blue Sky dreams of a life beyond the assembly line. When he accidentally discovers a hidden world of vibrant nature and sentient creatures, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he must protect his newfound friends from a greedy corporation intent on exploiting their resources.
Critical Reception
Blue Sky was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its stunning animation and heartfelt message, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. It was generally considered a charming and visually impressive family film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its breathtaking visual design and imaginative world-building.
Appreciated for its positive themes of environmentalism and friendship.
Some critics noted a familiar narrative structure.
Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Blue Sky,' highlighting its beautiful animation, engaging story, and positive messages. Many found it to be a delightful experience for the whole family, though a few felt the plot could have been more original.
Fun Fact
The character of Blue Sky was originally conceived as a bird, but the filmmakers decided to make him a robot to explore themes of artificiality versus nature.
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