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Blue Submarine No. 6
The once famous and well respected scientist Zorndyke has bred a new genre of living being, one that thrives on the oceans and lives to destroy humans. Zorndyke believes it is time that the humans were relieved of their rule of the earth. It is up to Blue Submarine No. 6 and the rest of the Blue fleet to put an end to Zorndyke's madness and creations.
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Plot Summary
In the year 2008, humanity is on the brink of extinction after a radical scientist named Professor Kôjiro Kôji created a vast, sentient ocean that drowned 70% of the planet. His weapon, the Blue Submarine No. 6, is the key to his ultimate plan. A small group of survivors, led by the gritty marine explorer Hayami, must fight back against Kôji's creations and find a way to stop his world-ending agenda before it's too late.
Critical Reception
Blue Submarine No. 6 was a landmark anime OVA, particularly noted for its groundbreaking use of CGI blended with traditional animation, which was revolutionary for its time. While its story was sometimes seen as thin, the visual spectacle and innovative techniques earned it critical acclaim and a dedicated following. It is considered a significant step forward in anime production values.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its pioneering blend of 2D animation and 3D CGI.
Lauded for its ambitious visual design and unique aquatic world-building.
Criticized by some for a convoluted or underdeveloped plot in favor of visual flair.
Google audience: Audience reception for Blue Submarine No. 6 often highlights its stunning visual presentation and impressive CGI integration for its era, setting a new standard for anime. While some viewers found the narrative less compelling than its aesthetics, many appreciated its inventive concept and action-packed sequences.
Fun Fact
The OVA was instrumental in popularizing the use of advanced CGI techniques in anime, influencing many subsequent productions.
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