| Episodes: 1 | Score: 7.9 (14253)
Updated every at | Status: Finished Airing
Type: Movie
Producers:Shochiku | Kodansha | Ultra Super Pictures | Avex Pictures
Streaming: HIDIVE | Shahid
Synopsis
After spending his summer racing against some of the best racers in Gunma, Takumi Fujiwara receives a formal challenge from the leader of the Akagi Red Suns, Ryousuke Takahashi. Despite his initial reluctance to get into the hobby, Takumi cannot help but feel excited to go up against the former "White Comet of Akagi." In preparation for the battle, Ryousuke downgrades his car, putting his pride and racing career at stake. With the title of the fastest racer in all of Gunma on the line, will Takumi and his panda-colored Toyota AE86 be able to defeat Ryousuke's Mazda RX-7 FC? [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Voice Actors
Miyano, Mamoru
Ono, Daisuke
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Reviews
CyanCheetah
Ok, this was a bit of a dissapointment coming off hot from the first movie. The first movie had so much energy and flowing of characters. This one served less purpose. Also ill talk about something later. The story: Same as Legend 1 + 2 but way worse than 2. I felt a bit better than 1 but then again its apples to apples. The animation: Was it worse this time around?!??! Maybe my eyes are bad but I swear the roads felt empty. the background felt soulless, I am not sure. It was something all right. Characters: Ill be honest at this point im just exhausted fromthe Initial D multiverse so it is what it is. They have no soul again and man Takumi oh Takumi please dont be a stiff cardboard character. The music: No eurobeat again so 2/10. Worse than last movie even. Dont bother I say. Final Score: 2/10 Thanks! -CyanCheetah
PanzerIV-J
This portion of initial D focuses mostly on the battle between Ryousuke in his Mazda Savanna RX-7 FC3S, and Takumi in the AE86 Toyota Sprinter Trueno GT-APEX. Nothing is changed in the major story arcs. (Small spoilers from here, mostly consisting of what is changed from the original arc) The real only removals from the series consist of many side battles, with much less focus on them, and the removal of much of the Mogi arc. In all a large portion is removed from the First Stage of Initial D to fit in this film. Takumi in this arc is racing "Akagi's White Comet" also known as RyousukeTakahashi. This focuses on the main battle between the two on the Mountain named Akina, which is Takumi's homeground. Review of Initial D Movie: Legend 3 (minor spoilers, none involving big plot-points) Starting with the Bad: 1. Huge parts of the Initial D First stage was taken out, with some of what happens story wise would be difficult to analyze if one wouldn't have watched the First Stage of Initial D. 2. Pacing is very quick, obviously for time constraints to the movie, but it cuts between scenes very quickly 3. The actual place where Project D starts out is after the credits, hidden to those who do not wait or skip to see them. A possible teaser for the MF Ghost series that was before that scene would've been a better choice as an after the credits scene. The Great: 1. Awesome graphics that really show off the cars, not to mention add a flair to the styling to keep in line with the original Initial D Manga. This art-style looks 5-10X better than Initial D 5th and Final Stage, especially in character design. 2. Although shortened arcs, you still see what is intended throughout the movie, maybe with different ideas to what makes the characters feel the way they do though. 3. Full 1st Stage in all takes 3 hours. 4. I wouldn't feel embarrassed to show this to family with the show cut down this much, it takes not too much time and gets points across and doesn't take too long. Especially if your family has a short attention span (Tip: Alcohol might help though). In all a great show to watch during an event like being on a vacation in a hotel after a long day or if you are on a hunting trip. If you agree with me at all or like the review, don't feel shy to hit the Helpful button!
Ahodesuga
To be honest I'm just happy to see more of Initial D. I can't say that it's better than just sit down and watch the first season sadly but it can't be helped since the movie need to cut down some details for limited run time. Well first things first, the art style and animation is in my opinion definitely improved. The characters got modern touch as well (especially the girls, they got more moe factor) which is subtle but noticeable. They really followed the manga for the visual instead of going the realistic route that season 5 and 6 went for. The smokes are drawn insteadof using CG FX, the cars have jagged lines which gives off the "this is a manga" feel. Other thing that is miles better than the TV series are the sounds of the cars, specifically the engines and tires. Unfortunately the same cannot be said for the soundtracks and BGM, it's not bad per se but definitely not great either because somehow they decided not to use Eurobeats or even having M.O.V.E. to sing the theme at all (which at this point, has shaped Initial D as an anime). The story is basically a recap of the first season highlighting the races taking place in Akina, following our underdog Tofu delivery boy Fujiwara Takumi. In this movie however, the characters have slight difference from their anime counterpart (probably due to the changes of voice actors). Personally I find these change to be quite interesting, although it does breaks the characters I already knew from the anime, it's not exactly as bad as it sounds. TL;DR: If you have the time, just watch the tv series. This movie is a nice alternative if you don't have the time to watch the first season or if you didn't like the dated visuals.
fameONE
When it comes to culturally significant, iconic media, purists are often concerned that any origin story or adaptations run the risk of trying too hard to reinvent the wheel. Initial D is no exception to this rule. The Legend Trilogy has faced a considerable amount of criticism. Much of this was focused on the removal of Eurobeat from the score and soundtrack, and it was argued that it took away the essence that was Initial D. I will argue tooth-and-nail against that because the final installment of the Legend Trilogy proved that the essence of Initial D is the character development of relatable hometown heroes.As far as origins stories are concerned, the Legend Trilogy is a phenomenal example of a modern adaptation that is in keeping with the origin story while appropriately improving the visuals and highlighting nuance of character that wasn’t shared with viewers before. The story follows Takumi Fujiwara on his ascension to street racing greatness. Instead of glossing over his complex personality, or the nuanced relationships he has with others around him, Mugen dives head first into the intricacies of a young man’s life and how he deals with the ever-changing landscape of his world. Fujiwara finds himself embracing who he’s becoming as a street racer and forces him to confront the reality of the future beyond driving without a care in the world on his home course. Through this, he bonds with his father; a relationship that has shown little depth in both the original manga and anime adaptation. We, as viewers, get a front-row seat and better understanding of the romance he has with his then-love interest. While his friendship with his Akina Speed Star brethren remains as consistent as it always was, Fujiwara’s budding friendship and appreciation for his street racing constituency is explored in a way it has never been before. As Fujiwara grows, we get a true glimpse of how observant he is of his surroundings and his knowledge of self. Artistically, Initial D has always grown with the times. As technology improves, as does the artwork of Initial D-related media. Gone are the days of poorly constructed 3D models of classic Japanese automobiles. Vehicles look real in the Legend Trilogy because they are. Advanced cell-shading techniques have given way to an immersive experience that truly shows off the direction of anime for the future. The characters’ facial expressions are individual to their personalities and add a layer of depth and understanding to who they are as individuals. Picking up where Final Stage left off, the roads and the surrounding landscapes look absolutely stunning, even during the street races in the twilight hours. The original storyline was done justice with this modernization. The voice acting is solid, but foreign. Viewers have grown accustomed to 16 years of consistent, recognizable talent. Having new actors, though talented, makes a few of the characters feel foreign. With the lack of Eurobeat, the Legend Trilogy feels like a separate story entirely, at times. I have no personal qualms with replacing Eurobeat for Japanese alternative rock, however, the score feels flat and uninspired. In fact, many Initial D inspired audio that can be found in far corners of Soundcloud tend to favor instrumental, jazzy hiphop, often inspired by the vibes of the late, great Nujabes. However, the quality isn’t bad, but the choice in music simply feels out of place. Thankfully, the car sounds are as genuine as it can possibly get. You can easily distinguish the sounds from 13BT, 4AGE, and RB26DETT engines. The tire sounds are also accurate with how the characters are driving. In its production, there was an exceptional amount of attention to detail that went into the racing experience. As mentioned before, the Legend Trilogy has taken character development in Initial D to an entirely new level. Instead of sullen melancholia, near-comical seriousness, and uncomfortable comic relief; we get a range of human emotion that allows us to fall in love with personalities, as opposed to simply the common underdog story. We see Fujiwara falling in love. We see him praise the opponents he’s beaten on Akina. We see him struggle with his own identity in finding his place in this world he was suddenly thrust upon. Even better, we get much-needed backstory on the RedSuns and Takahashi Ryosuke. Previously, these things were mentioned in passing and it was left up to readers of the manga to interpret these nuances in context. For anime watchers, such details may have been missed. Additionally, Takumi’s father, Bunta, shows a considerable amount of compassion and respect for his son during this period of growth. They even share a moment or two of shared stubbornness that only happens between father and son. The enjoyment factor of Initial D has changed. The story itself has long ended so longtime fans may lack the excitement of finding out what happens next. One could argue that the enjoyment factor has now become the satisfaction of knowing. For individual viewers, some may feel relief in knowing details that went unmentioned previously. Others may develop a new respect for certain characters. Or, like me, you could fall in love with the underdog story all over again as the Legend Trilogy offers new perspectives. What’s most pleasing is that it can be equally enjoyable for both longtime fans and new viewers alike. Overall, Initial D is Initial D. It’s a cultural staple. A legend in itself. It’s responsible for many pilgrimages to Gunma Prefecture, Japan. It’s the reason why an cheap, fuel-efficient, economy car from the 1980s gained unthinkable popularity since production ceased nearly 30 years ago. It’s the ridiculously esoteric, and still personally relatable story of a teenage boy from a single-parent household finding himself and growing into a man with goals and ambition. It’s the dream we see become a reality.
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