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Otaku Evolution Episode 260 – Lupin III: Takeshi Koike Movies
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Otaku Evolution Episode 248 – Lupin III: The Woman Called Fujiko Mine
I’ve got to say, The Woman Called Fujiko Mine is probably my favorite piece of Lupin III media, at least outside of Castle of Cagliostro (which is mostly because of the pure craftsmanship of the film). You’d think that if somebody tried to make a Lupin series a commentary on sexual politics and feminism (which I don’t go that much into in the video, mind you), they would fail miserably and the show would be a laughing stock of the franchise. But no, it’s very formidable. It may take a couple of viewings to really drive home how good it is, but when it does, it does it hard. I was glad I took this opportunity to talk about it.
Otaku Evolution Episode 235 – Lupin III: Tokyo Crisis
What, me, reviewing a Lupin III feature? Couldn’t be! It’s only been about a half hour since the last time I did one. This one, Tokyo Crisis, is kind of complicated, quality-wise. It’s got plenty of good elements, but it doesn’t quite come together all that well. What I mostly appreciated was the relationship between Inspector Zenigata and Maria. Though I have a hard time defining it. Was it meant to be a romantic relationship or more of a father-daughter like thing? Whatever it was, it led to some great moments. But there’s really nothing this feature excels at beyond that.
Otaku Evolution Episode 228 – Lupin III Part I
It’s the oldest anime I’ve reviewed here on Otaku Evolution, and the oldest in my collection, 1971’s Lupin III Part I, the original Lupin TV series! I’m super happy to get to talk about this groundbreaking show, it’s mood change, and how fun the whole thing can be (and how lame it can be, too). I’m also thrilled that it’s finally been dubbed into English with a voice cast I adore. But whether or not you watch it dubbed or in its original Japanese, you’re going to have a good time with these hilarious heists… usually. So this Thanksgiving season, stuff yourself with a cornucopia of fun, as I take a look at an anime classic.
Lupin Zero PV
I have my reservations (Lupin is an adult series, they’re not going to try to appeal to young kids, are they?), and I wish it was a new Takeshi Koike project (still waiting for that fourth movie), but I guess I’ll check it out. I bet it’ll be better than Part 6.
Otaku Evolution Episode 217 – Lupin III: Episode 0: First Contact
I’m happy to review my favorite Lupin III TV special, Episode 0: First Contact. Actually, it’s one of my favorite Lupin features period, and one of my favorite anime movies. It’s got everything I’m looking for in a Lupin feature: a great heist, excellent character balance, spot-on action and comic beats, a living atmosphere, good tone, and enjoyable music. It’s a blast from start to finish, hitting all the right emotional notes. Fortunately, Discotek recently had this dubbed into English and put on Blu-Ray. I jumped at the chance to do a video on this.
Lupin III Part VI Episode 24 Review (SEASON FINALE)
Episode 24, “What Crooks Love”
*****SPOILERS*****
Synopsis: Tomoe discovers that hypnotizing Lupin III isn’t as easy as she thinks. The influence of Lupin’s friends in his mind prove more powerful than her power of suggestion. The past Lupin forgot is finally recalled as he confronts his teacher. After this, an injured Lupin duels Mattea and manages to counter his opponent, despite her fierce attacks. Zenigata takes Mattea into custody. After obtaining the special box he once stole from his grandfather’s vault, Lupin and his gang decide to burn down the mansion. Lupin refuses to be tied down to his past, as he continues his path with his friends, on the run from the law as usual.
Lupin III Part VI Episode 23 Review
Episode 23, “The Memories of a Beloved Witch”
*****SPOILERS*****
Synopsis: Lupin and the gang are confronted by Mattea, who utters a phrase that sends Lupin into a seemingly hypnotized state. He attacks and then flees his allies, having visions of Tomoe speaking a mysterious poem to him. While Zenigata questions Mercedes, Jigen and Goemon are forced to turn to a surprising source of information to find their colleague. Lupin journeys to the mansion he grew up in and finds himself face-to-face with his “mother”. It’s not a sweet reunion!
Lupin III Part VI Episode 22 Review
Episode 22, “My Mother’s Documents”
*****SPOILERS*****
Synopsis: A young woman named Finn Clark follows in her mother’s footsteps as she travels to a Nordic country, looking for answers about her past. There, she finds recordings that chronicle her mother’s lessons from a teacher of a questionable moral character. Converging on Finn’s location is both the Lupin gang and Mattea and Inspector Zenigata is on the case. What do these tapes reveal? It’s an aurora of mystery!