Ever since I heard that The Sky Crawlers would be released in local cinemas, I’ve been looking forward to watching it. I finally did so, and I felt that it was totally worth the 2 hours of my time.
The setting’s European-like, and the plot revolves around the Kildren, genetically engineered humanoids existing for the purpose of fueling the never-ending war between 2 companies, Rostock and Lautern. The battles resulting from the warfare serve as entertainment for the normal people living in peace. Kannami Yuuichi, the main character, is one of the Kildren who flies and fights aerial warfare. The movie begins with him being transferred to a new base, him meeting and interacting with his new workmates such as his superior, Kusunagi Suito, and eventually expanding onward to Kannami as a pilot in the war. I shall stop here for the movie’s plot summary since it’s not like me to do summaries for reviews.
