Steins;Gate Movie: Fuka Ryouiki no Déjà vu
Summary: After a year in America, Kurisu Makise returns to Akihabara and reunites with Rintarou Okabe. However, their reunion is cut short when Okabe begins to experience recurring flashes of other timelines as the consequences of his time traveling start to manifest. These side effects eventually culminate in Okabe suddenly vanishing from the world, and only the startled Kurisu has any memory of his existence.
In the midst of despair, Kurisu is faced with a truly arduous choice that will test both her duty as a scientist and her loyalty as a friend: follow Okabe's advice and stay away from traveling through time to avoid the potential consequences it may have on the world lines, or ignore it to rescue the person that she cherishes most. Regardless of her decision, the path she chooses is one that will affect the past, the present, and the future.
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After a year in America, Kurisu Makise returns to Akihabara and reunites with Rintarou Okabe. However, their reunion is cut short when Okabe begins to experience recurring flashes of other timelines as the consequences of his time traveling start to manifest. These side effects eventually culminate in Okabe suddenly vanishing from the world, and only the startled Kurisu has any memory of his existence.
In the midst of despair, Kurisu is faced with a truly arduous choice that will test both her duty as a scientist and her loyalty as a friend: follow Okabe's advice and stay away from traveling through time to avoid the potential consequences it may have on the world lines, or ignore it to rescue the person that she cherishes most. Regardless of her decision, the path she chooses is one that will affect the past, the present, and the future.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Steins;Gate Movie: Fuka Ryouiki no Déjà vu — After a year in America, Kurisu Makise returns to Akihabara and reunites with Rintarou Okabe. 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 Movie work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.45). 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, Steins;Gate Movie: Fuka Ryouiki no Déjà vu 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
Makise, Kurisu
Main
Makise, Kurisu
Main
Makise, Kurisu
Main
Makise, Kurisu
Main
Makise, Kurisu
Main
Makise, Kurisu
Main
Okabe, Rintarou
Main
Okabe, Rintarou
Main
Okabe, Rintarou
Main
Okabe, Rintarou
Main
Okabe, Rintarou
Main
Okabe, Rintarou
Main
Akiha, Rumiho
Supporting
Akiha, Rumiho
Supporting
Akiha, Rumiho
Supporting
Akiha, Rumiho
Supporting
Akiha, Rumiho
Supporting
Akiha, Rumiho
Supporting
Amane, Suzuha
Supporting
Amane, Suzuha
Supporting
Staff
Cook, Justin
Producer
Gomi, Kenjirou
Producer
Yoshikawa, Tsunaki
Producer
Hamasaki, Hiroshi
Director, Key Animation
Satou, Takuya
Director, Key Animation
Wakabayashi, Kanji
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Fujiyama, Fusanobu
Sound Director
Kobayashi, Tomoki
Episode Director, Storyboard
Ozawa, Kazuhiro
Episode Director, Storyboard
Tsuchiya, Hiroyuki
Episode Director
Katou, Toshiyuki
Storyboard
Ayane
Theme Song Performance
Itou, Kanako
Theme Song Performance
Shikura, Chiyomaru
Theme Song Composition, Theme Song Lyrics, Original Creator
5pb.
Original Creator
Abo, Takeshi
Music
Aisaka, Naoki
Key Animation
Aoki, Yuu
Key Animation
Araki, Yutaka
Key Animation
Chiba, Mitsuru
Key Animation