Lupin III: Seven Days Rhapsody
Synopsis
Lupin and Jigen planed to steal enormous money from a racetrack in New York. Their plan is perfect and the only thing remains is to wait for 6 days. To celebrate the success beforehand, they go to a town. Lupin parts from Jigen because he recalls another engagement. Then, Lupin saves a girl, Michelle, being chased by suspicious men. She asks Lupin to steal a diamond from her father in order to stop him from doing evil things. Lupin thinks he can get both money and a diamond 6 days later, and he accepts her request to guard her for 6 days. Meanwhile, Jigen meets his old fellow soldier, Ryatte, and they’re talking about another business. Then, Jigen is supposed to spends 6 days with Ryatte before the plan with Lupin. On the other hand, Fujiko and Goemon are planning to steal a diamond at a diamond exhibits. The host of the exhibition is… (Source: AniDB)
Audience Consensus
The audience generally enjoys 'Seven Days Rhapsody' as a fun Lupin adventure with stylish animation and entertaining character dynamics. Some find the plot and some character elements repetitive or derivative of older Lupin stories. Overall, the special is considered an enjoyable addition to the Lupin III franchise, praised for its humor, music, and animation.
Strengths
- Entertaining dynamic between classic characters.
- Slick animation and attractive character designs.
- Great jazz soundtrack.
- Clever character development.
- Good music.
Weaknesses
- Similar to Stolen Lupin in some aspects.
- The 'female of the week' is almost a replication of the one in Stolen Lupin.
- An enormous exploding diamond on a black choker weapon is re-used.