Case Closed Movie 05: Countdown to Heaven
Synopsis
Conan Edogawa, the Detective Boys, and Professor Hiroshi Agasa decide to visit the Nishitamashi Twin Towers. There they run into Ran Mouri; her closest friend, Sonoko Suzuki; and Ran's father, the famous Kogorou. Learning the trio are attending the towers' grand opening, Conan and company tag along for a private tour of its floors. However, as preparations are finalized for the opening ceremony, their visit takes an unexpected turn—three brutal murders occur, seemingly linked to a mysterious Porsche 356A. Soon after, as Conan and the detectives dive deeper into the case, the towers are rocked by an explosion. With fire rapidly spreading and lives in danger, police desperately seek to evacuate everyone. But when the elevator, their only means to escape goes down, Conan and company are left behind. With help on its way, they frantically try to keep everyone safe, but time is running out if they want to bring the perpetrators to justice. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The movie is highly regarded, particularly for its character interactions, engaging plot twists, and exciting action sequences. While some find minor flaws in the story's reasoning or the dated animation, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive. Many fans consider it one of the best Detective Conan movies, praising its nostalgic feel and dramatic delivery.
Strengths
- Great character moments for the main cast, especially Conan, Ran, and Haibara.
- Well-told story with engaging twists and a satisfying conclusion.
- Impactful action scenes and dramatic elements enhance the viewing experience.
- Strong animation and score, working well together.
Weaknesses
- Some find the reasons for the murders far-fetched.
- New characters lack significant development.
- Dark scenes in the latter part of the film diminish the visual impact.
- Animation may appear outdated to some viewers.