Blu-ray Gunbuster OVA series, director Hideaki Anno's debut work, featuring legendary animation, vivid, vibrant colors, and film grain. Includes all 6 episodes. Widescreen and fullscreen compatible. North American import Blu-ray.

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"Gunbuster" OVA series Blu-ray

The debut work of renowned director Hideaki Anno is finally available in high definition

Gunbuster is a legendary OVA series produced from 1988 to 1989, marking the debut of anime master director Hideaki Anno. This Blu-ray edition brings Gunbuster to life for the first time in HD for home enjoyment. The crisp, vibrant, high-definition imagery brings out the beauty of cel-era animation to the fullest, allowing you to fully appreciate the work's true essence. The high-quality transfer preserves natural film grain, while colors are rich and consistent, resulting in excellent detail.

A moving story and fascinating characters

The story follows Takano Naoko, whose father was killed by a space monster (alien). She vows to go into space for revenge and enrolls in the prestigious Okinawa Girls' Space Pilot High School. However, as the daughter of a defeated admiral, she is looked down upon by those around her, and her lack of piloting talent makes her future look bleak. However, when the two candidates for space are announced, Naoko is surprised to find her name alongside that of her school's star (and her own idol), Amano Kazumi. Has her hard work paid off? Or does Coach Ota have another reason for choosing her? And above all, is Naoko truly ready to face the terrors of space?

"Gunbuster" is a work that highlights the protagonist's growth through hard work and perseverance, as well as the cosmic threat depicted on the grand scale that only a space opera can offer. This monumental work, which marks the beginning of director Hideaki Anno's career and influenced his later work, "Neon Genesis Evangelion," can be enjoyed with the highest quality image and sound.

Excellent video and audio quality

You can enjoy the film in the original 4:3 fullscreen format, but parts of Episode 4 and Episode 6 are included in both the original widescreen and fullscreen versions, so you can watch in your preferred format.

Rich content

The "Gunbuster" OVA series Blu-ray includes all six episodes of the anime OVA directed by Hideaki Anno. Additionally, after each episode, short bonus animations called "Science Lessons" are included, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of the world of the work.

• Episode Title: Big Sister! I'm going to be a space pilot!!
• Science Lesson 1: Aether Space Theory
• Science Lesson 1: A genius girl's challenge to the theory of ether space
• Science Lesson 2: Starbow and the Rip Van Winkle Effect
• Science Lesson 2: Starbow and the Rip Van Winkle Effect First Love * First Sortie
• Science Lesson 3: Traveling Faster Than Light (c-plus)
• Science Lesson 3: Travel Faster Than Light (c Plus) Science Lesson 4: Evil Space Monsters

The appeal of "Gunbuster"

"Gunbuster" is more than just a mere robot anime; it combines a profound human drama with a grand space adventure. It exquisitely balances the protagonist Naoko Takano's coming-of-age story with the grand scale of a battle against space monsters that threatens the very survival of humanity. Director Anno's talent shines through in this work, as he incorporates scientific elements such as the theory of relativity into the story while also portraying a heartwarming human drama. This must-see masterpiece for all anime fans has finally been reborn on high-definition Blu-ray.

"Gunbuster" is a timeless masterpiece in the history of Japanese animation. Enjoy its unique worldview and moving story in the best possible environment at home. Experience the thrill of seeing this 80s anime masterpiece brought back to life with modern technology.

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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