Kujira no Chouyaku
Glassy Ocean / クジラの跳躍
Genres: Award Winning, Drama, Fantasy, Kids | |
Demographics: Kids | |
Studios: Tamura Shigeru Studio | |
Producers: Ai ga areba Daijobu, Bandai Visual, Project Team Sarah | |
Rating: 6.59 / 10 | |
Rank: #6711 | |
Popularity: #6862 | |
Users Listed: 10,312 | |
Users Scored: 4,197 | |
NSFW: No | |
Last Updated: 10/12/2022 | |
Aired: November 14, 1998 (Fall) | |
Type: movie | |
Source: original | |
Age Rating: G | |
Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
The world exists in a state of suspended animation, subtly altered by the unexpected appearance of a colossal whale that traverses the skies. This anime presents a visually striking experience through its deliberate juxtaposition of artistic styles. The static landscapes – oceans and glaciers – are rendered in detailed 3D, while the characters, vessels, and the whale itself are meticulously hand-drawn.
This contrast creates a distinct sense of displacement, inviting viewers to contemplate the boundaries between reality and imagination. The animation unfolds like an evocative visual poem, exploring themes of wonder and the uncanny. The project’s meticulous craftsmanship results in a contemplative atmosphere, offering a uniquely layered viewing experience that lingers long after the credits roll. It's less about narrative progression and more about immersing oneself in a carefully constructed, surreal world.
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Characters:
- Narrator (Main)
- Old Man (Main) - Voice Actors: Nagai, Ichiro
- Artist R (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Noboru, Mitani
Staff:
- Shionaga, Atsuo (Producer)
- Tamura, Shigeru (Director, Theme Song Lyrics, Creator)
- Kashiwagi, Kyouko (Key Animation)
- Ogasawara, Hiroshi (Music)
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