Sanctuary
Sanctuary / サンクチュアリ
| Genres: Action, Detective, Drama, Organized Crime, Seinen, Suspense | |
| Themes: Detective, Organized Crime | |
| Demographics: Seinen | |
| Studios: Pastel | |
| Producers: TOHO, VAP | |
| Licensors: VIZ Media | |
| Rating: 6.35 / 10 | |
| Rank: #8147 | |
| Popularity: #8397 | |
| Users Listed: 6,249 | |
| Users Scored: 2,261 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 07/01/2024 | |
| Aired: May 1, 1996 (Spring) | |
| Type: ova | |
| Source: manga | |
| Age Rating: R | |
| Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
Akira Houjou and Chiaki Asami’s lives diverge dramatically after a seemingly casual pact made in their youth. Akira embraces a path of direct action, entering the world of organized crime, while Chiaki pursues a more conventional route, aiming for influence within the political sphere. The series explores the complex relationship between these two individuals as they navigate vastly different worlds, both driven by a shared conviction to reshape Japanese society.
The anime delves into themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of pursuing one's ideals through unconventional means. It presents a nuanced portrayal of contrasting approaches to societal change, examining whether radical action or gradual influence can truly effect lasting reform. The narrative unfolds within a contemporary Japanese setting, highlighting the tensions between tradition and modernity and the personal sacrifices demanded by both power and principle.
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Characters:
- Asami, Chiaki (Main) - Voice Actors: Nakata, Kazuhiro, Dobson, Paul
- Houjou, Akira (Main) - Voice Actors: Kaye, David, Hayami, Show
- Don Sagara (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sasaoka, Shigezou, Perry, Ward
- Hojo's Lover (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Katsuki, Masako, Jaud, Janyse
- Isaoka, Norimoto (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Brown, Don, Watabe, Takeshi
- Ishihara, Kyoko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Tsuru, Hiromi, Oliver, Nicole
- Murata (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Satou, Masaharu, Smith, Robert
- Ozaki (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ishizuka, Unshou, Perry, Ward
- Sakura, Shuichi (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Okabe, Masaaki, Tickner, French
- Tashiro, Reiji (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Seki, Tomokazu, Drummond, Brian
- Tokai (Supporting) - Voice Actors: McNeil, Scott, Hashi, Takaya
Staff:
- Watanabe, Takashi (Director)
- Terada, Kenji (Script)
- Aoi, Kiyotoshi (Key Animation)
- Buronson (Original Creator)
- Ikegami, Ryouichi (Original Character Design)
- Katou, Hiroshi (Art Director)
- Nakagawa, Satoshi (Production Manager)
- Oda, Fujio (Assistant Animation Director)
- Okada, Terumitsu (Editing)
- Sakazaki, Tadashi (Key Animation)
- Sakurai, Konomi (Assistant Animation Director)
- Seymour, Kevin (ADR Director)
- Tanaka, Masaya (Key Animation)
- Willems, Karl (ADR Director)
- Yagi, Motoki (Key Animation)
- Yoshinari, Kou (Key Animation)
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