Guilstein
Synopsis
The theatrical anime film is a full digital (3-D) action/horror film based on a manga by Tamaki Hisao, best known to Western fans for his manga adaptation of Star Wars: A New Hope. Characters were designed by Yasushi Nirasawa, a well acclaimed maker of creature action figures. Monkey Punch (Lupin III creator) served as the film's script superviser. Set in the year 2088, it depicts a dark future in which humans have been transformed into the "Guilstein," creatures with no human souls in them... (Source: AniDB)
Audience Consensus
Guilstein is viewed as a fairly average anime film, particularly for its time. While the monster designs and action sequences are enjoyable, the animation quality, predictable plot, and lack of character depth leave much to be desired. It's considered a decent time-killer but ultimately forgettable.
Strengths
- Enjoyable monster designs
Weaknesses
- Wooden and disjointed CGI animation
- Standard and predictable plot
- Lack of backstory and character development