Why Live Action Anime Adaptations Are Notoriously Terrible
Anime has become increasingly popular around the world in recent years, and with that popularity comes a desire for live-action adaptations of beloved anime series. However, historically, live-action adaptations of anime have been notoriously terrible for a number of reasons. In this article, we will explore some of the biggest reasons behind this unfortunate trend and see whether or not if live-action adaptations are cursed or just not done right.
Origins Of Notoriety
The earliest cases of live-action anime adaptations date back to the 1960s and 1970s, with the popularity of Japanese tokusatsu shows such as Ultraman and Kamen Rider. However, these shows were not adaptations of anime or manga, but rather original series that utilized live-action special effects and featured superheroes battling monsters and aliens.
One of the first live-action anime adaptations was the 1978 film Lupin III: Strange Psychokinetic Strategy, it was based on the popular manga and anime series Lupin III. The film was directed by Takashi Tsuboshima and starred Yuki Meguro as Lupin III, the master thief, and Shiro Kishibe as his arch-nemesis, Inspector Zenigata.
