Lupin III: Lupin wa Ima mo Moete Iru ka?

Lupin the Third: Is Lupin Still Burning? / ルパンは今も燃えているか？

Genres: Action, Adult Cast, Adventure, Comedy, Seinen
Themes: Adult Cast
Demographics: Seinen
Studios: TMS Entertainment
Licensors: Discotek Media
Rating: 6.93 / 10
Rank: #4786
Popularity: #8744
Users Listed: 5,706
Users Scored: 2,303
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 09/17/2021
Aired: July 25, 2018 (Summer)
Type: ova
Source: manga
Age Rating: PG 13
Episodes: 1

Synopsis:

Set against a backdrop of serene, secluded islands steeped in tradition, the series follows a young woman unexpectedly drawn into a hidden world of ancient rituals and forgotten histories. She finds herself navigating complex social dynamics within a close-knit community while grappling with a growing sense of displacement and self-discovery. The narrative explores themes of belonging, cultural preservation, and the weight of inherited legacies. Atmospheric visuals emphasize the beauty and isolation of the island setting, contrasting with the internal struggles of its characters as they confront their pasts and consider their futures within this unique environment. The story unfolds at a measured pace, prioritizing character development and nuanced relationships over high-action sequences, offering a contemplative viewing experience.

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Characters:

Ishikawa XIII, Goemon (Main) - Voice Actors: Namikawa, Daisuke, Rossion, Jean-François, Lang, Lex, Palumbo, Antonio
Jigen, Daisuke (Main) - Voice Actors: Kobayashi, Kiyoshi, Hinderyckx, Michel, Epcar, Richard, D'Errico, Alessandro
Lupin III (Main) - Voice Actors: Kurita, Kanichi, Donnay, Maxime, Oliver, Tony, Onofri, Stefano
Mine, Fujiko (Main) - Voice Actors: Sawashiro, Miyuki, Devos, Audrey, Ruff, Michelle, Korompay, Alessandra
Zenigata, Kouichi (Main) - Voice Actors: Yamadera, Kouichi, Dubois, Robert, Erholtz, Doug, Bianchi, Rodolfo
Mamou, Kyosuke (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Muraji, Manabu, St. Peter, Paul, Grünspan, Erwin, Benedetti, Marco
Mister X (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Chafurin, Van Dorslaer, Benoît, Prince, Derek Stephen, Zucca, Mario
Momochi, Sandayuu (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Waleffe, Patrick, Sorich, Michael, Rasini, Cesare
Poon (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ono, Atsushi, Tang, Kaiji
Pycal (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yanaka, Hiroshi, Simon, Jonathan, Tang, Kaiji, Rosa, Luigi
Stoneman (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Colfs, Didier, Silverstein, Keith

Staff:

Kawagoe, Jun (Director)
Monkey Punch (Director, Original Creator)
Oonishi, Shinsuke (Script)
Epcar, Richard (ADR Director)
Hirayama, Satoshi (Character Design)
Inage, Hiroyuki (Publicity)
Kadokura, Yooko (Key Animation)
Kakinouchi, Narumi (Key Animation)
Katou, Ryouta (Planning)
Kawahara, Kumiko (2nd Key Animation)
Kishida, Takuma (Publicity)
Komatsu, Kanae (2nd Key Animation)
Kurahashi, Hiromune (Sound Effects)
Machida, Shinichi (Key Animation)
Mizumura, Yoshio (Animation Director)
Oono, Yuuji (Music)
Sakamaki, Sadahiko (Key Animation, Animation Director)
Sakamoto, Ryuu (Background Art)
Shikishima, Hirohide (Key Animation)
Takagi, Shinichirou (Key Animation)
Tazawa, Jirou (Director of Photography)
Yamagami, Aiko (Color Design)
Yokobori, Hisao (Character Design)

Reviews:

User Aiaigasa (Score: 8/10):
WHAT A RIDE! In the 50 years of Lupin Sansei, he has only gotten better and better. This Special was brilliant and an amazing callback to lupin of old. Now I'm currently writing this having watched Part 5 and I can tell that this was definitely a precursor to the new groove that Lupin has flowed in recent times. Even if this special falls under part 4 it feels like 5's fresh take. Now don't get me wrong Lupin III is an amazing series with a great cat and mouse dynamic(ala Zenigata and Lupin) and brimming ideas of many people who have contributed to the seriesbut this special is HEAVY fanservice so be warned to a bit of confusion but other than that I hope you enjoy it.

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