Anime has found a new home in high definition. "Freedom," the first and thus far only anime title available in high-def in the US, makes up a group of a small handful of titles later to get the high-def treatment. Though some Blu-ray titles are available (in Japan) including "Innocence" and "Paprika."A six-part series from the legend who brought us the critically famed "Akira" and "Steamboy," "Freedom" brings us into the future in an animation style that only Katsuhiro Otomo can do. Nissin's collaboration will be evident when you notice the Nissin Cup Noodles scattered throughout the series.
The story begins in the 23rd century where the people of Earth have been forced to emigrate to the moon, later becoming the foundation of the Lunar Republic of Eden. In Eden, a council provides everything lunar citizens need to ensure a
peaceful existence, that is, except freedom. Takeru, an ambitious 15-year old has just finished the required education program all children must complete in Eden. Children are granted freedom for 6 months until the council later chooses what their assignment and social status will be. Revolved around the story is Takeru's love for machines and racing. And with that comes a great opportunity to show off Otomo's great animation skills. A mixture of CG animation with anime and manga superimposed on one another, you can definitely "feel' the creator's style.
The series will be released in 6 separate DVDs and since only Freedom 1 has been released, there isn't much else to review on. But this first volume has definitely got me hooked. No word yet on the release date for Freedom 2.
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