Ao Oni THE ANIMATION review: The height of horror and suspense

Ao Oni THE ANIMATION - Ao Oni the Animation

overview

"Ao Oni THE ANIMATION" is a Japanese animated film that was released on February 11, 2017. The film is based on the horror game "Ao Oni" originally developed by noprops, and recreates the game's worldview and story as an animation. It was directed by Toshiro Hamamura, produced by Studio Deen, and distributed by Asmik Ace. Each 60-minute episode is a self-contained story that combines horror and suspense.

story

The story of "Ao Oni THE ANIMATION" begins with the protagonists, a young boy and girl, being locked in a mysterious mansion. As they attempt to escape, they come face to face with a terrifying entity known as the Ao Oni. The Ao Oni roams the mansion, cornering the protagonists, and this sense of fear has been carried over from the game. As the protagonists try to escape from the Ao Oni and leave the mansion, the story depicts friendship, betrayal, and the determination to survive.

character

The main characters are unnamed, just like in the game. Below is an introduction to the main characters:

• Protagonist (Boy) : The boy at the center of the story, he and his friends try to escape from the mansion. There are many scenes where his courage and wisdom are put to the test, and his decisiveness is crucial in the battle against the blue demon.
• Main character (girl) : A friend of the boy, her actions and choices have a big impact on the development of the story. Her emotional fluctuations leave a strong impression on the viewer.
• Blue Demon : A terrifying being that lives in the mansion and is responsible for hunting down the main characters. Its true identity and purpose will be revealed as the story progresses.

Background

"Ao Oni THE ANIMATION" is based on "Ao Oni", which was originally released as a free game. This game attracted many players with its simple graphics and storytelling, and was highly praised as a horror game. When adapting it for animation, it was necessary to visualize it without compromising the atmosphere of the original. Director Toshiro Hamamura utilized his experience in horror anime to direct the film in a way that maximized the sense of fear from the original. Furthermore, thanks to Studio Deen's technical capabilities, the visual expression of Ao Oni has also been realistically reproduced.

Evaluation and response

"Ao Oni THE ANIMATION" was highly praised by fans of the original work. It was especially praised for faithfully recreating the terror of the Ao Oni and the atmosphere of the Western-style mansion. The portrayal of the protagonists' psychology and relationships also left a strong impression on viewers. On the other hand, it was also pointed out that it was difficult to pack all the elements into the short 60-minute time frame, and it was said that if the film had been given a little more time, it could have been a deeper work.

Recommended points

"Ao Oni THE ANIMATION" is especially recommended for those who like horror and suspense. Fans of the original game can re-experience the horror of the animated Ao Oni. Also, those who are experiencing the world of Ao Oni for the first time will enjoy the tense story and character drama. In particular, do not miss the confrontation scene with Ao Oni and the escape scene from the mansion.

Related Titles

"Ao Oni", the original work of "Ao Oni THE ANIMATION", is released as a free game and can be played for free. Also, for those who want to know more about the world of Ao Oni, we recommend the sequels and spin-off works. Below is a list of related works.

• Ao Oni : An original free game featuring simple graphics and storytelling.
• Ao Oni 2 : A free sequel game with new characters and storylines.
• Ao Oni 3 : A sequel free game. The world of Ao Oni is expanded even further.

summary

"Ao Oni THE ANIMATION" is a horror animation that faithfully reproduces the sense of terror from the original game. The protagonists' escape from the mansion and their confrontation with Ao Oni will give viewers a strong sense of tension and excitement. This is a work that is especially recommended for fans of horror and suspense, and fans of the original game. Please experience the world of Ao Oni.