Osamu to Musashi

Osamu and Musashi / オサムとムサシ
Osamu to Musashi
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Kids
Demographics: Kids
Producers: Tezuka Productions
Rating: 6.09 / 10
Rank: #9664
Popularity: #16631
Users Listed: 605
Users Scored: 222
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 05/16/2020
Aired: April 25, 1994 (Spring)
Type: movie
Source: original
Age Rating: PG
Episodes: 1

Synopsis:

This anime offers a contemplative glimpse into the formative years of Osamu Tezuka, the renowned manga artist. Set against a backdrop of rural childhood, it explores the deep connection between a young Osamu and a carabid beetle he names Osamushi. Through their interactions, the narrative subtly reveals influences that shaped Tezuka's artistic vision and his enduring fascination with life and nature. The animation style evokes a gentle nostalgia, mirroring the museum's focus on the artist’s personal history and the origins of his creative inspiration. It’s a thoughtful exploration of early influences, presenting a quiet character study interwoven with elements of natural observation and imaginative storytelling – a unique look at the genesis of a legendary artist.

Characters:

  • Tezuka, Osamu (Main)

Staff:

  • Rintarou (Director)
  • Ueda, Hidehito (Episode Director)
  • Hirata, Toshio (Storyboard)
  • Morita, Seiji (Editing)
  • Nishida, Minoru (Art Director)
  • Oohashi, Manabu (Key Animation)
  • Sugino, Akio (Character Design, Animation Director)
  • Tezuka, Makoto (Original Creator)
  • Tomita, Isao (Music)

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