Doraemon: Nobita’s Chronicle of the Moon Exploration is a Doraemon series movie and its 39th installment. This movie was directed by Shinnosuke Yakuwa and released in 2019. The writer was Mizuki Tsujimura. Yorimitsu’s Doraemon’s fantasy gadgets blended with fantasy of childhood with the science-and-moon-mysterious in this animated lunar movie.
The journey is equally entertaining and emotionally uplifting. Most importantly, it underlines the value of friendship, truth, dreams and believing in the magic of the impossible. a philosophy. That the story is focusing on. Folklore based story intertwines with science fiction to deliver the emotions.
Story Overview
The film starts with a classroom where students are learning about the moon. The Moon is described in the lesson, which is thought to have a teacher. She says the surface of the moon is a lifeless and rocky satellite with no life whatsoever. Nobita, who is always has dreams and is full of imaginations, strongly and Takes a stand on the opposite side. He bravely says there is life in the moon, it is just hidden from human vision. His class mates doesn’t agree with this. Suneo and Gian in particular like to laugh and bully Nobita.
With growing exasperation at having to prove his theory, Nobita goes to Doraemon for assistance. As usual, Doraemon produces one of his tools from the future, the Divergent View Badge, which formulates an alternative ‘reality’ based on the holder’s imagination. While using the badge, Nobita created a Moon which had a deeply hidden civilization. Only the people with the same badge can see the world which makes it a secret world full of mystery and wonder.
They then enhance the world with the help of yet another gadget, the “Animal Transformation Gun”. It allows them to turn Moonbites, adorable bunny-like beings which inhabit the fantasy Moon, into reality. They, along with their allies Shizuka, Suneo and Gian, erect a secret lunar kingdom on the far side of the Moon, out of sight from the prying eyes of humanity.
However, the situation becomes even more interesting with the addition of Nobita’s new classmate, Luka. War and lunacy never seem to touch Luka. With her delicate nature is a neverending stream of mystery. In no time, the kids discover the truth about Luka. She is, in fact, from the Moon. More specifically, based on the surface, her country of origin is from the hidden side of the Moon, which used to be inhabited by an advanced and ancient civilization.
Luka recounts how his people, the Espalians, were attacked by a dark power and were exiled from their homeland. He currently lives a fugitive life along with his comrades. Their job is protecting a rare source of energy, the Ether, whose uses can save or destroy civilizations.
The story’s antagonist, Diabolo, was once an Espalian, but a traitor from his own people who wishes to use the Ether for his own selfish needs. Diabolo possesses a sharp mind, is a smooth talker, and quite the schemer. He aims to rule the Moon and Earth by tapping into Ether’s energy. To do this, he needs to capture Luka, who, along with his allies, is the only one in the way of his plans to rule the galaxy.
This elevates the quest from a mere fantasy Moon vacation to an epic battle for the Moon’s peaceful civilization from an impending doom. This is when Doraemon and his friends decide to assist Luka.
As the children conquer their own personal issues, the power of their bonds, their gadgets, and the noble cause they fight for help them to face the many obstacles that lie ahead. The face the Moon’s wild terrains and thrilling challenges, conquer devious puzzles, and fight their own inner demons. There is a point in time when Nobita gets lost from the rest of the group, and needs to find the way on his own.
Ultimately, it is the friends who work together to defeat Diabolo and bring back the lost peace. Even the most formidable of opponents are bested by the unrivaled power of loyalty and friendship. Luka and his people successfully restore their homeland, and the children come back to Earth with unforgettable experiences.
Nobita Nobi: He is an imaginative and kind-hearted boy who is always full of dreams. In this particular movie, his Moon life fantasy spurs the life on Moon adventure.
Doraemon: He is a futuristic robotic cat who supplies Nobita with an array of gadgets and wisdom. Doraemon is a lot more composed and possesses the capacity to think critically which provides solutions to a lot of problems the group encounters.
Shizuka Minamoto: This is Nobita’s friend who is very intelligent and ever ready to lend a helping hand. Shizuka is always caring and thoughtful and most of the time she is the one providing the needed emotional support.
Suneo Honekawa: He is a very boastful and showy boy who tries to put on an act of superiority. He tends to learn the most about the value of teamwork and courage, which is something really important.
Takeshi “Gian” Gouda: Gian is very loud, strong, and short-tempered although, he is very loyal. He possesses the courage to protect his friends when s*** hits the fan.
Luka: A character that seemingly came from the moon. He is calm and wise beyond his age. To his people, he is a vision of hope and bears the weight of defending the Ether. He’s the most gentle of his people.
Diabolo: An antagonist and a Manipulative Espalian. He is a former Espalian that utilizes technology and influence to dominate others. He serves as a warning to the extent of how ambition can become dangerously unfocused.
Themes and Lessons:
- The Importance of Dreams
The rest of the world ridiculed Nobita’s belief in the existence of life on the moon, but that vision is the center of the narrative. The film illustrates that thoughts ought to be protected from neglect. Some of the most outrageous thoughts can create the most remarkable innovations.
- The Power of Imagination
With the aid of his eccentric gadgets, Nobita and Doraemon construct a Moon civilization. This serves to demonstrate how imagination, coupled with daring and invention, can craft undiscovered realities.
- The Value of Collaboration
The team faces challenges and disagreements, but works toward a common goal. Their triumph comes not from sheer power or intelligence, but from mutual trust and collaboration.
- Responsibility as a Creator
The movie teaches that with the creation of a world comes a heavy burden. We have a tendency to overlook the part where if we create or influence something, we have the responsibility and the power of controlling the outcome, especially if others are involved.
- Taking A Stand Against The Unjust
Diabolo continues his onslaught unhindered as children refuse to lose hope. They advocate for peace, kindness, and fairness. This is a powerful theme of courage and standing up for what is just.
Visuals and music
The animation has bright colors and is filled with details. The Moon landscapes with futuristic cities, silver sand, gleaming lights, and alien buildings look phenomenal. The difference in Earth and Moon is artistically portrayed. The action scenes, while being children appropriate, are engaging.
The music matches the emotional shifts in the story. It seamlessly transitions from exciting space scenes to more somber reflective moments. It enhances the wonder and adventurous spirit of the film.
Conclusion
Doraemon: Nobita’s Chronicle of the Moon Exploration is not merely a work of science fiction. It is a tale of dreams, imagination, courage and friendship. Like every other tale, this story reinforces the notion of children being more curious, courageous and in defense of their beliefs. Furthermore, kindness should never be underestimated.
The rounded characters along with the considerable themes and the exciting yet contemplative storytelling furthers the tradition of Doraemon films which do not just provide entertainment, but motivation too. This film, just like earlier ones, intends on inspiring the viewers. Irrespective of whether you’ve been a fan of Doraemon for a long time or you have just started, this film is bound to make you happy and even motivate you to ponder over the Moon a little more.
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