A neon-soaked, silent space opera where disco rhythms drive a cosmic struggle for artistic freedom, painting a vibrant visual metaphor of music as a universal bridge across the stars.
Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem
"The animated House Musical."
Director:
Kazuhisa Takenouchi
Leiji Matsumoto
Hirotoshi Rissen
Daisuke Nishio
Cast:
Romanthony, Thomas Bangalter, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, Todd Edwards, DJ Sneak
Animation
Adventure
Science Fiction
Music
Budget:
$4,000,000
Box Office:
$6,664,789
Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
Daft Punk Cameo
During the songs 'High Life' and 'Too Long,' animated versions of Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo appear in the audience and at an awards ceremony, wearing their iconic robot helmets.
France vs. Japan Football
In one scene, security guards are shown watching a soccer match between France and Japan on television, a nod to the two countries that collaborated to create the film.
Leiji Matsumoto References
The film contains numerous references to Matsumoto's earlier works; for instance, the guitar ship is reminiscent of the Arcadia from Captain Harlock, and Stella shares a strong resemblance to Maetel from Galaxy Express 999.