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Big O [Anime Series] (2001)

Big O  [Anime Series] (2001)
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The first Japanese anime series created specifically for America's Cartoon Network, The Big O nevertheless made its official debut over Japanese television on October 13, 1999. The series was set in Paradigm City, some forty years after the metropolis was devastated by "the Event," an unspecified catastrophe which also wiped out everyone's memories. The citizenry of this post-apocalyptic society lived under martial law with Roger Smith (aka "The Negotiator") forsworn to look after the best interests of the populace. Helping Roger are his butler, Norman; his android companion, Dorothy; and his robot "bodyguard," the titular Big O. Although Roger was at first loyal to the leaders of Paradigm City, he began to seriously question their right to rule as he delved deeper and deeper into the secrets of the distant past. The Big O made its American premiere as part of the Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming block on April 2, 2001. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
David LucasLia Sargent, (more)
Director(s):
Kazuyoshi Katayama
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Big O [Anime Series]

The first Japanese anime series created specifically for America's Cartoon Network, The Big O nevertheless made its official debut over Japanese television on October 13, 1999. The series was set in Paradigm City, some forty years after the metropolis was devastated by "the Event," an unspecified catastrophe which also wiped out everyone's memories. The citizenry of this post-apocalyptic society lived under martial law with Roger Smith (aka "The Negotiator") forsworn to look after the best interests of the populace. Helping Roger are his butler, Norman; his android companion, Dorothy; and his robot "bodyguard," the titular Big O. Although Roger was at first loyal to the leaders of Paradigm City, he began to seriously question their right to rule as he delved deeper and deeper into the secrets of the distant past. The Big O made its American premiere as part of the Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming block on April 2, 2001. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
325 mins

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Director(s):
Kazuyoshi Katayama
Writer(s):
Hajime YatateMasanao AkahoshiShin Yoshida
Producer(s):
Eiiji SashidaYutaka MasebaCharles McCarter
Categories:
Sci-Fi & FantasyAction / Adventure
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    Connie and paul F.

    I have been waiting and waitng for this classic piece of japanimation (along with 'Reboot') to come out at Blockbuster. A year ago it was promised, but don't hold your breath.....

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    Dan V.

    This is an excellent show. Mr. Smith is like Bruce Wayne, but instead of wearing a Cape, he wears a suit and Pilots the Big O. Each episode is like a cohesive part, telling a different story, but providing you the story/subplot which will provide them with the truth. The Robot battle scenes with Big O and his opponents are very cool, as well as the battle theme song. Not exactly a family friendly show, but Highly recommended for everyone who like Robot Mecha & a great story!

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    Timothy G.

    While this entire series was completed several years ago, you still can't rent it here. Why? I don't know, but you can BUY it right now at BlockBuster online. Perhaps they are too cheap or lazy to put a copy in the rental queue...

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