Kidou Senshi Gundam 00
Summary: In the distant future, mankind's dependence on fossil fuels will lead to their complete depletion, an energy crisis unlike anything the world witnessed. Out of retaliation and fear, humanity began focusing at an alternative source of energy: solar power. Different nations have united together to form three major factions—the Union of Solar Energy and Free Nations, the Advanced European Union, and the Human Reform League. Each of these sectors has access to a solar power generator, which gives them limitless energy.
As a result, countries that were once dependent on the sale of fossil fuels are now plunged in poverty, leading to years of warfare and internal strife over the control of solar energy. Amid this chaos, an unknown paramilitary organization appeared identifying themselves as "Celestial Being," aspire to end all warfare through armed intervention by using mysterious and technologically advanced Mobile Suits known as Gundams.
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 follows the story of Celestial Being's Gundam Meisters Setsuna F. Seiei, Lockon Stratos, Allelujah Haptism, and Tieria Erde. These four dive into the devastating battle between the three superpowers to accomplish their goal of changing the world.
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In the distant future, mankind's dependence on fossil fuels will lead to their complete depletion, an energy crisis unlike anything the world witnessed. Out of retaliation and fear, humanity began focusing at an alternative source of energy: solar power. Different nations have united together to form three major factions—the Union of Solar Energy and Free Nations, the Advanced European Union, and the Human Reform League. Each of these sectors has access to a solar power generator, which gives them limitless energy.
As a result, countries that were once dependent on the sale of fossil fuels are now plunged in poverty, leading to years of warfare and internal strife over the control of solar energy. Amid this chaos, an unknown paramilitary organization appeared identifying themselves as "Celestial Being," aspire to end all warfare through armed intervention by using mysterious and technologically advanced Mobile Suits known as Gundams.
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 follows the story of Celestial Being's Gundam Meisters Setsuna F. Seiei, Lockon Stratos, Allelujah Haptism, and Tieria Erde. These four dive into the devastating battle between the three superpowers to accomplish their goal of changing the world.
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Kidou Senshi Gundam 00 Review
Kidou Senshi Gundam 00 — In the distant future, mankind's dependence on fossil fuels will lead to their complete depletion, an energy crisis unlike anything the world witnessed. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Drama, Sci-Fi conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.1). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Kidou Senshi Gundam 00 offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Drama, Sci-Fi, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Erde, Tieria
Main
Kamiya, Hiroshi
Japanese
Erde, Tieria
Main
Vincent, Samuel
English
Erde, Tieria
Main
Baral, Michael
German
Erde, Tieria
Main
Pascal, Benjamin
French
Erde, Tieria
Main
Andreatto, Rodrigo
Portuguese (BR)
Haptism, Allelujah
Main
Yoshino, Hiroyuki
Japanese
Haptism, Allelujah
Main
Cox, Richard Ian
English
Haptism, Allelujah
Main
Jou, Masako
Japanese
Haptism, Allelujah
Main
Martz, Hendrik
German
Haptism, Allelujah
Main
Kozlowski, Mathias
French
Haptism, Allelujah
Main
Zilse, Felipe
Portuguese (BR)
Seiei, Setsuna F.
Main
Miyano, Mamoru
Japanese
Seiei, Setsuna F.
Main
Swaile, Brad
English
Seiei, Setsuna F.
Main
Bösherz, Konrad
German
Seiei, Setsuna F.
Main
Nishigaki, Yuka
Japanese
Seiei, Setsuna F.
Main
Doang, Mathieu
French
Seiei, Setsuna F.
Main
Figueira, Daniel
Portuguese (BR)
Stratos, Lockon
Main
Miki, Shinichiro
Japanese
Stratos, Lockon
Main
Zahara, Alex
English
Stratos, Lockon
Main
Lontzek, Peter
German
Staff
Ikeya, Hiroomi
Producer
Maruyama, Hiroo
Producer
Yatate, Hajime
Producer, Original Creator
Mizushima, Seiji
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Mima, Masafumi
Sound Director
Enomoto, Akihiro
Episode Director, Storyboard
Kitamura, Masaki
Episode Director, Storyboard, Assistant Director
Nagasaki, Kenji
Episode Director, Storyboard, Assistant Director
Ueda, Shigeru
Episode Director, Storyboard
Yamato, Naomichi
Episode Director, Storyboard
Yoshimura, Akira
Episode Director
Doang, Geneviève
Script
Kuroda, Yousuke
Script, Screenplay, Series Composition
Laurent, Arnaud
Script
Lesser, Mark
Script
Kimura, Shinichirou
Storyboard
Matsuo, Kou
Storyboard
Nishimoto, Yukio
Storyboard
Oohara, Minoru
Storyboard
Ootsuka, Ken
Storyboard, Animation Director, Key Animation