Kyouryuu Wakusei

Dinosaur Planet / 恐竜惑星 / Kyoryu Wakusei / Dino-Planet / Virtual Trilogy part 1
Kyouryuu Wakusei
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Historical, Sci-Fi
Themes: Historical
Producers: Studio Junio
Rating: 6.39 / 10
Rank: #7913
Popularity: #15452
Users Listed: 799
Users Scored: 149
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 12/13/2014
Aired: April 5, 1993 – January 27, 1994 (Spring)
Type: tv
Source: original
Age Rating: PG
Episodes: 60

Synopsis:

In a near-future world where entertainment blurs the line between reality and simulation, a team of skilled "TV Warriors" are tasked with a unique mission. They are sent into a meticulously crafted virtual environment, a recreation of Earth’s distant past, specifically an era dominated by beings who possess both human and dinosaurian traits.

The narrative explores themes of adaptation, cultural understanding, and the complexities of history when experienced firsthand. The Warriors must navigate this unfamiliar world, facing challenges that demand not only combat prowess but also careful observation and diplomatic skill. Blending live-action elements with animated sequences, the series offers a visually distinct experience, prompting reflection on the nature of entertainment and the potential consequences of manipulating the past.

Staff:

  • Furukawa, Masami (Director)
  • Oka, Yoshihiro (Episode Director, Storyboard)
  • Shinbou, Akiyuki (Episode Director)
  • Amiya, Masakazu (Storyboard)
  • Kanbe, Mamoru (Storyboard)
  • Hiraoka, Masayuki (Animation Director)
  • Kouzai, Takao (Character Design, Animation Director)
  • Mihara, Michio (Character Design)
  • Nagamori, Yoshihiro (Animation Director)

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