Galaxy Express 999: The Movie 1979
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What is Galaxy Express 999: The Movie?
Galaxy Express 999: The Movie is a 1979 animated science fiction adventure. It follows a young orphan named Tetsuro who travels on a space train to acquire a cyborg body, allowing him to achieve immortality and seek revenge for the death of his mother.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 128 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 4, 1979
- Studios
- Toei Animation
- Genres
- Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction
- Updated
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Overview
Galaxy Express 999: The Movie is a 1979 animated science fiction adventure. It follows a young orphan named Tetsuro who travels on a space train to acquire a cyborg body, allowing him to achieve immortality and seek revenge for the death of his mother. During his travels, he is accompanied by Maetel, a woman who resembles his deceased mother.
The film was released while the corresponding manga was still running in Weekly Shonen King and the television series was beginning its run. It blends elements of adventure and science fiction to tell a story centered on the desire for immortality and the bonds formed during a journey through space.
Should you watch it?
“An orphaned boy travels via space train to obtain a mechanized body and avenge his mother.”
- Explores the concept of achieving immortality through mechanized bodies
- Features a journey on the unique Galaxy Express 999 space train
- Follows the emotional quest of an orphan seeking justice for his mother
- The film may be too long for some viewers at 2 hours and 8 minutes
Watch it if you enjoy science fiction adventures involving space travel and cyborgs.
The film is an animated science fiction adventure with a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes.
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What is the runtime of the movie?
The movie has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes.
Who is the main character?
The main character is an orphaned boy named Tetsuro.
What is the goal of Tetsuro's journey?
Tetsuro hopes to obtain a mechanized cyborg body to avenge his mother's death.
When was the film released in the US?
The film was released in the US on August 8, 1981.
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