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Future Boy Conan episode 5: Industria
Conan and Gimsy finally arrive in Industria aboard the Barracuda, beginning an Industria-located story arc. There’s bravery, action and cool looking mechanical stuff…what more could you ask for?
The contrast between Conan and Gimsy is highlighted in this episode: Gimsy’s laid-back attitude that often borders on laziness instead becomes the voice of reason in the dangerous situations they face; needless to say a voice that Conan ignores. His impulsive actions get him into trouble once again and he has to make some more desparate escapes.
We learn a little more about the land of Industria, the situation it is in and the role that Lana and her grandfather play in the grand scheme of things. It’s still unclear whether the people who run Industria are good or bad; no doubt because it’s a Miyazaki piece, the motives of both the Industrians and Lana are complex and believable. Of course there is one especially nasty and ruthless guy who, to my eyes, looks like some early incarnation of Laputa’s villainous Muska. He’s evil, I tells ya!
A lot of details are revealed in this episode, and there is plenty of cartoony action to boot. A fast chase on foot, a railway truck ride and Conan dodging gunfire are all part of another exhilerating episode; the story has really picked up pace and I’m awaiting the next viewing with high hopes as Conan sets out to rescue his damsel in distress.
Future Boy Conan becomes an exciting sci-fi adventure as he begins to explore the vast, austere environment of Industria. A little dated perhaps but still well-written, edge-of-your-seat stuff.
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