Name: Mobile Suit Gundam 00 The Movie: -A Wakening of the Trailblazer-
Director: Seiji Mizushima
Genre: Action, Animation, Drama, Science Fiction, War
Released: 2010-01-01
Duration: 123 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Mamoru Miyano, Shin-ichiro Miki, Hiroyuki Yoshino, Hiroshi Kamiya, Ryo Katsuji

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Runtime2h 3m

Released2010

DirectorSeiji Mizushima

About This Movie

So, this film, 'Mobile Suit Gundam 00 The Movie: -A Wakening of the Trailblazer-'—it’s kind of a big deal in the Gundam universe. Directed by Seiji Mizushima, it brings back a lot of familiar faces and themes but takes a sharp turn into some existential territory. The pacing, while a bit uneven at times, builds tension well, especially with its action sequences that blend 2D animation with some really impressive CGI. The atmosphere is darker than the series, reflecting the consequences of previous conflicts. There’s this whole exploration of humanity’s evolution through the lens of technology and war, which is pretty interesting. The voice performances deliver a lot of emotional weight, even if you’re not a die-hard fan of the franchise.

Released in Japanese theaters on September 18, 2010.Features both 2D and 3D animation techniques.Includes a unique score by Kenji Kawai.Japanese language with English subtitles available.