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Origin: Spirits of the Past

2006Movie1 h 35 min

Animation
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes–60%

A thrilling, wondrous animated movie about the future and technology, with standout world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want something quiet and calm

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Not for laughs.

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Story

Together, we can face the future...

It is 300 years into the future. Earth's environment had been devastated by mankind's own foolish plans and humankind is beleaguered by the sentient forests which they have awoken. The world balance is tipped when a young boy named Agito stumbles across a machine that glowed in a strange blue hue inside a forbidden sanctuary.

Feels like

  • Post-apocalyptic Sci-Fi
  • Environmental Allegory
  • Anime Adventure
  • Sentient Nature
  • Humanity's Struggle
  • Youthful Protagonist
  • Visually Immersive
  • Ecological Disaster
  • Action-Packed
  • Thought-Provoking

Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Keiichi Sugiyama
Written by
Naoko Kakimoto, Nana Shiina
Produced by
Yasuaki Kurata, Noboru Sugiyama, Tsutomu Yanagimura
Music by
Taku Iwasaki

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Facts

January 7, 2006 · 1 h 35 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery

Released
January 7, 2006
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Animation, Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Action
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
89 countries

Tropes

Detonation Moon, Fanservice, "Save the World" Climax +9

  • Detonation Moon
  • Fanservice
  • "Save the World" Climax
  • Really 700 Years Old
  • Scenery Porn
  • Took a Level in Badass
  • Faux Affably Evil
  • This Is Unforgivable!
  • 20 Minutes into the Future
  • Goomba Springboard
  • My God, What Have I Done?
  • Well-Intentioned Extremist

12 of 95 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Origin: Spirits of the Past?"

Questions about Origin: Spirits of the Past

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Origin: Spirits of the Past?

Crunchyroll

In the United States, Origin: Spirits of the Past streams on Crunchyroll. It also streams in 86 other countries.

Is Origin: Spirits of the Past worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 6.3).

Is Origin: Spirits of the Past okay for kids?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: its content advisories are violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Origin: Spirits of the Past good for date night?

and 5 moreFamily Movie NightKidsPartner WatchAdultsFriends Night

It's better for a family night: romance is 2 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for kids and families.

Is Origin: Spirits of the Past in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.

What tropes does Origin: Spirits of the Past use?

Detonation MoonFanservice"Save the World" ClimaxReally 700 Years OldScenery PornTook a Level in BadassFaux Affably EvilThis Is Unforgivable!20 Minutes into the FutureGoomba SpringboardMy God, What Have I Done?Well-Intentioned Extremistand 83 more

TV Tropes lists 95 tropes for it, including Detonation Moon, Fanservice, and "Save the World" Climax.