
Robot Carnival
This 1987 Japanese animated anthology film is a collection of nine short stories, each exploring different themes and styles centered around robots. The film showcases the work of several prominent directors, including Katsuhiro Otomo, known for his work on “Akira.” Each segment offers a unique narrative and visual style, ranging from whimsical to darkly philosophical, highlighting the versatility and creativity of Japanese animation. While it did not receive any major awards, it remains a cult classic for its innovative storytelling and animation techniques. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Director: Atsuko Fukushima, Hidetoshi Ōmori, Hiroyuki Kitakubo, Hiroyuki Kitazume, Katsuhiro Otomo, Koji Morimoto, Manabu Ohashi, Takashi Nakamura, Yasuomi Umetsu
Actors: Aya Murata, Chisa Yokoyama, Hideyuki Umezu, Ikuya Sawaki, Katsue Miwa, Keiko Hanagata, Kohji Moritsugu, Kumiko Takizawa, Nariko Fujieda, Satoru Inagaki
Country: Japan
Company: A.P.P.P., Studio 4°C
Worldwide Gross: $10,642








