Gravity Rush: The Animation - Overture

Synopsis

Gravity Rush: The Animation - Overture is a captivating anime short film released in 2016 that serves as a prelude to the video game Gravity Rush 2. The story follows Kat, a young woman with the extraordinary ability to manipulate gravity, as she embarks on a thrilling adventure to protect her floating city from looming threats. With breathtaking visuals and fluid animation, the film delves into Kat's origins and her evolving powers, setting the stage for the epic challenges she will face. Featuring Sanae Kobayashi's voice acting, the animation blends fantasy and action with a unique gravity-shifting mechanic that captivates fans of the original game and newcomers alike.

Cast

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  Sanae Kobayashi

  Kat (voice)

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  Sayaka Kinoshita

  Raven (voice)

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  Go Shinomiya

  Syd (voice)

Reviews

Gravity Rush: The Animation - Overture generally received positive feedback for its stunning animation quality and faithful representation of the game's unique gravity-defying mechanics. On IMDb, it has an average rating of 6.0/10, reflecting a mixed to positive audience reception. Critics praised the animation style and fluid motion, with Anime News Network highlighting the "visually impressive rendering of gravity shifts that remain true to the spirit of the game." However, some reviews, such as those from fans on forums and user comments on IMDb, noted that the short length limits character development and plot depth, making it more appealing to existing fans rather than newcomers. Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic do not have enough aggregated critic reviews to provide a score, but individual critic takes generally commend the artwork and action sequences while pointing out the narrative brevity. Overall, the piece is well-regarded as a beautifully animated extension of the Gravity Rush universe that sparks interest in the game's storyline.