Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked
Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked

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Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked

1982
Movie
98 min
Japanese

The epic conclusion to the Ideon saga, featuring what was meant to be the final 5 episodes of the TV series. The Solo Ship and its crew continue their intense battle with the Buff Clan leading to a final battle that will determine the fate of all life in the universe. This movie was the second part of a double feature along with "The Ideon: A Contact".

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IMDb7.6/10
Director: Yoshiyuki TominoGenres: Mecha, Sci-Fi, Drama, Adventure, Space Opera

Plot Summary

The film concludes the story of the Buff Clan's relentless pursuit of the Ideon and the Solo Ship. As humanity faces annihilation, the crew must make a desperate final stand, culminating in a choice that will determine the fate of the universe. The Ideon's immense power is unleashed, leading to a cataclysmic confrontation with their enemies.

Critical Reception

As the finale to a seminal mecha anime series, 'Be Invoked' is often praised for its ambitious scope and dramatic conclusion. While the series itself was sometimes criticized for its bleak tone and slow pacing, the film is generally seen as a powerful and impactful resolution that explores themes of war, revenge, and the destructive nature of humanity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its epic and emotionally charged conclusion to a complex narrative.

  • The film delivers a visually striking and destructive climax that is typical of Yoshiyuki Tomino's style.

  • Explores profound themes of humanity's capacity for both creation and destruction.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's intense and thought-provoking ending, though some found the philosophical undertones challenging.

Awards & Accolades

None notable, as it is primarily recognized within anime fandom.

Fun Fact

The film's ending is famously controversial and nihilistic, with director Yoshiyuki Tomino intending to convey a message about the futility of war and the cyclical nature of destruction.

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