Lupin III: Swallowtail Tattoo
Synopsis
In the middle of an airborne heist, Lupin goes from stealing to stolen as he's carted off and forced to do a job for a mysterious man identifiable only by the brand of cigarette he smokes. Lupin's mission: to steal the infamous "Bull's Eye", a small green jewel best-known for the fact that everyone who's ever stolen it has ended up dead. Along with the challenge of alternately evading and pursuing a young thief with a competitive streak, Lupin and the gang must unravel the mystery of the Bull's Eye before its curse - or their mysterious taskmaster - gets the better of them. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The Lupin III special is generally well-received as a fun and clever heist story, although some find the comedy jarring and the voice acting and character design inconsistent. The plot's surprises are a highlight, making it an entertaining experience despite its flaws. This particular installment seems to be a good entry point into the franchise for new viewers.
Strengths
- Clever plot with unexpected twists.
- Entertaining and well-blended mixture of styles.
- Smooth animation.
Weaknesses
- Out-of-place comedy.
- Poor voice acting.
- Inconsistent character designs (retro vs modern).