OTTplay Lost and Found - Code Geass : Lelouch of the Rebellion

Welcome to another episode of OTTplay Lost and Found one podcast that talks about critically acclaimed films and shows that are lesser-known. I'm your host Nikhil

Japanese anime has become widely popular across the globe since the late 80s. The anime series, often inspired by Japanese manga comics, have pushed the boundaries of storytelling producing some of the most riveting stories ever created. These stories invariably range from period dramas to dystopian sci-fi with elements of fantasy incorporated into the narrative. Some of the more popular anime such as the Mobile Suit Gundam series, Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex, Transformers series, and Neon Genesis Evangelion are called mecha anime, featuring large humanoid robots used for battle.

However, despite being revered as one of the greatest mecha anime of all time, Code Geass: Lelouch Of The Rebellion is often overlooked. Created by Gorō Taniguchi, the series is set in an alternative timeline in a world similar to George Orwell’s 1984 where a dystopian world is split into three large countries, the Holy Britannian Empire, the Chinese Federation, and the Europa United. In this dystopian world, Japan is ruled by Britannia where its citizens are stripped of fundamental rights. An exiled prince of Britannia, Lelouch Lamperouge, launches a rebellion against the regime with the help of fighter robots.

The series received praise for its complex characters and exploration of Orwellian themes and imperialism. The riveting storyline and animation design elevates the series to one of the finest Japan has produced. The series ran for two seasons and has inspired animated film adaptations and manga comics.

You can watch this series on Netflix.

Well, that's the OTTplay Lost and Found episode for today, until the next podcast it's your host Nikhil signing out.

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Written by: Ryan Gomez