Liberated from Paradise: A Sequel Worth Waiting For
A look into the unexpected sequel to the underrated gem, Expelled from Paradise.
The Long-Awaited Sequel
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After a decade of anticipation, fans of the beloved CG anime film, Expelled from Paradise, received thrilling news. The unexpected sequel, Liberated from Paradise: Resonance of the Heart, was finally announced in 2022, bringing together the talented staff members of the original film.
Expelled From Paradise Poster featuring the main character in a space station.
The original film, though underrated, has managed to maintain a dedicated following over the years, making the announcement of a sequel a cause for celebration among fans and critics alike. The collaboration of Seiji Mizushima, Gen Urobuchi, Masatsugu Saito, and NARASAKI on this new project has set high expectations for what's to come.
Expelled from Paradise scene of Angela surrounded by a starry sky.
The Mysterious Story
With the teaser trailer of Liberated from Paradise: Resonance of the Heart leaving fans in suspense, speculation is rife about what the sequel's storyline might entail. Angela, walking alone in a wintry wasteland, and Dingo's guitar lying abandoned, hint at a potential separation of the film's central characters.
The first film intricately developed the friendship between Angela and Dingo, and it's conceivable that the sequel will further explore and test their bond. Additionally, there's a possibility of incorporating elements from the original sequel novel, Expelled from Paradise 2.0: Paradise Reverberation -Godspeed You-, which introduced an intriguing narrative involving three citizens of DEVA and Frontier Setter in space.
The Underrated Gem
Despite being an underrated gem, Expelled from Paradise has always held its own as a unique and compelling animation project. Its thoughtful and endearing narrative, coupled with impressive CG visuals that continue to captivate audiences even a decade after its release, solidify its standing as a cinematic masterpiece.
The exceptional talent of Seiji Mizushima and Gen Urobuchi shines through in this standalone film, making it abundantly clear why the unexpected sequel, Liberated from Paradise: Resonance of the Heart, is a highly anticipated continuation of this remarkable story.
