White Dew. The Return
White Dew. The Return

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White Dew. The Return

2014
Movie
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Russian

After living in the city, Andrei Khodas returns to the land and settles on a farm. However, the rapidly growing city catches up with him here. A couple of young and energetic businessmen intend to buy a picturesque area for new construction and are trying to evict its few inhabitants.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Yoshiyuki TominoGenres: Animation, Sci-Fi, Action, Drama

Plot Summary

In the year Universal Century 0153, humanity has expanded into space, colonizing the Moon and establishing space colonies. However, a new threat emerges from the space colonies with the formation of the Zanscare Empire, which seeks to conquer Earth. The story follows the young pilot Uso Ewin as he pilots the advanced mobile suit, the "White Doll," to defend Earth and its inhabitants against the Zanscare forces.

Critical Reception

White Dew. The Return, also known as Turn A Gundam I: Earth Light, is the first of two compilation films based on the TV series Turn A Gundam. It received generally positive reviews, praised for its faithful adaptation of the series' early storylines and its distinctive visual style. Critics noted its success in condensing the complex narrative while retaining the thematic depth of the original work.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for condensing the intricate plot of the TV series into a cinematic experience.

  • Appreciated for preserving the unique art direction and philosophical themes of Turn A Gundam.

  • Recognized as a solid entry for fans of the Gundam franchise, particularly those who enjoyed the original series.

Google audience: Audience reception for this compilation film is largely positive, with viewers appreciating its ability to capture the essence of the original series. Many enjoyed revisiting the story and characters, finding it a good way to experience the early parts of Turn A Gundam.

Fun Fact

The design of the Turn A Gundam itself, with its distinctive 'mustache' and overall aesthetic, was deliberately intended by designer Syd Mead to be unlike any previous Gundam design, aiming for a more timeless and universally appealing silhouette.

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