Blu-ray Neo-Heroic Fantasia Arion by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko. Ancient Greek mythology, worldbuilding, music, Joe Hisaishi. Beautiful visuals. 80s animation. Production process. Comprehensive bonus features. Gallery. Included. North American import Blu-ray.

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"Neo Heroic Fantasia Arion" Blu-ray

The world of ancient Greek mythology presented by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko

"Neo Heroic Fantasia Arion" is a 1986 film adaptation of the manga by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, a highly acclaimed manga artist and animation director. Yasuhiko Yoshikazu himself served as director, character designer, and animation director, fully demonstrating his unique artistic sense and world-building abilities. The music was composed by Joe Hisaishi, who would later become widely known for works such as "My Neighbor Totoro" and "Princess Mononoke." The impressive music, befitting the epic story, further enhances the film's appeal.

A grand story depicting the battle of the gods and the suffering of humans

The story is set in a majestic fantasy world inspired by ancient Greek mythology. The protagonist, Arion, lives a peaceful life with his blind mother, Demeter, until one day, his mother's brother, Hades, suddenly appears. Hades cleverly lures Arion, claiming to have a cure for Demeter's eyesight, and then takes him to the underworld. Arion's origins, in fact, hide a profound secret: he is the fateful child of Poseidon and Demeter, siblings of the Titans, a clan of gods. Hades, who harbors a deep grudge against Zeus, king of the gods, plans to train Arion as a tool for his own revenge and send him to the temple of Olympus. This tale of fate and conflict between the gods eventually develops into universal themes of revenge and love. Arion's growth and struggles unfold in this epic tale, beautifully blending a mythological worldview with human drama.

Overwhelming visual beauty that brings together the best of 80s animation

This film is also acclaimed as a masterpiece that brings together the best of 1980s animation technology. Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's distinctive delicate yet dynamic drawing style draws viewers in in every scene, from the characters' subtle emotional expressions to the spectacular action scenes. The scenes depicting the battle of the gods in particular feature stunning visual expression that pushed the limits of animation technology at the time, evoking a timeless allure even in today's age of digital technology. The background art is also meticulously detailed, beautifully depicting mythical worlds such as ancient Greek temples and the underworld. These visual elements, combined with Joe Hisaishi's music, create a sense of immersion that transports the viewer completely to another world.

Rich recording content

This Blu-ray includes a variety of bonus features in addition to the 118-minute feature film. "The Making of Arion" offers a detailed look into the production process of this epic work and serves as a valuable record of animation production in the 1980s. Also included are promotional videos, teasers, trailers, and other video materials from the time, further enhancing the work's historical value. Additionally, multiple art galleries are available, allowing viewers to enjoy Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's delicate and dynamic original drawings and setting materials in high resolution. The numerous visual materials that built the world of the work, including character designs and background art, make this a must-see for animation researchers and fans.

A masterpiece of Japanese anime that is also highly acclaimed overseas

Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's unique visual sense and epic storytelling have a universal appeal that transcends borders and captures the hearts of many people. "Neo Heroic Fantasia: Arion" transcends the boundaries of simple animation and continues to be loved by many fans today as a grand tale woven with myth and human drama. This will be a rare opportunity to enjoy this important work, one of Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's masterpieces, in the comfort of your own home, and leave its mark on animation history.

About the North American Blu-ray Disc

North American Blu-ray discs use the same region code as Japan: Region A. However, some imported Blu-ray discs have a country code lock in addition to the region code. Discs with this country code lock may not be playable on Blu-ray players made in Japan.

Devices that can play discs with country code locks

• Blu-ray player with country code change function
• Region-free Blu-ray player
• PlayStation 3/4/5
• Blu-ray player software for PC

Also, many imported discs have English subtitles that are forced to be displayed, but depending on the player, you can disable the subtitles in the settings.

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