Doraemon, the blue Robot Cat from the 22nd century, is not just a cartoon character but has become an emotion that shaped millions of childhood worldwide.
Tokyo: Today, September 3, marks the 12th Birthday of everyone’s once favorite cartoon, Doraemon. The iconic blue robotic cat from the 22nd century has captured the hearts of millions of viewers worldwide since its inception. With his extraordinary gadgets like “Anywhere Door” and “Take-Copter”, robotic cat and his human friend Nobita have embarked on enormous adventures, exploring diverse themes of friendship, courage, kindness and imagination. While there are more than 40 movies in the Doraemon series, some stand out as timeless classics. Here’s a list of 5 such movies that you wouldn’t want to miss.
Doraemon: Nobita’s Dinosaur (1980)
This movie holds the honor of being Doraemon’s foremost feature-length film. The story follows Nobita discovering a dinosaur’s egg, accidentally, that hatches into a little friendly dinosaur, who goes by the name Piisuke. Soon, Nobita grows affectionate towards Piisuke, however he realizes that he belongs to another world and they need to part ways.
With the help of Doraemon’s gadgets, Nobita and his friends embark on a journey back in time to return Piisuke to his right place. However, little did they know, their journey is fraught with dangers as they are pursued by time-traveling hunters.
Doraemon: Stand by Me (2014)
The series, “Stand by Me”, is a CGI-animated film that revists some of the most iconic episodes of the original series. The story follows with Doraemon’ mission to improve Nobita’s future and his half-hearted departure after completing his task. This movie is a roller-coaster of emotions, capturing the essence of Doraemon and Nobita’s friendship.
Doraemon: Nobita and the Steel Troops (1986)
Nobita stumbles upon a mysterious robot foot, with help of Doraemon’s gadgets he assembles it into a giant robot named Zanda Claus, only to realize later that it was a part of an invasion plan by an advanced robot army to conquer Earth.
The movie combines a gripping narrative with deep emotional moments, Nobita and the robot in particular. The film’s theme of war, empathy and peace still resonates with viewers, decades after its release. Doraemon:
Nobita’s New Great Adventure into the Underworld (2007)
A remake of the 1984 classic, this film takes Nobita and his friends to an alternate dimension, in a world where magic exists doing wonders. There, they must use their wits combined with spells to fight against an evil sorcerer who threatens both their world and the magical one.
This film marks a perfect blend of fantasy and undivulged adventure, promising a fresh take on the original story with updated animation and a more ravelled plot. It’s a delightful watch for every age group from kids to adults who enjoy fantasy, magic and mystery.
Doraemon: Nobita’s Treasure Island (2018)
Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island”, this movie follows Nobita with his friends on a treasure-hunting adventure. However, during the quest, they realized the hidden meaning behind the hunt.
Uncovering the deeper meaning of true friendship and bravery, they continue their hunt for gold. “Nobita’s Treasure Island” is one of the more recent films that incorporates the intriguing adventurous spirit of the series. It is a perfect blend of humor with actions and emotions, making it a fantastic film that resonates with all generations.
The Doraemon movies are more than just cinematic experience, they’re timeless stories that explore important and deeper life lessons through the graphics of friendship, adventure, and imagination. Whether you’re a newbie to Doraemon series or a long-time fan, these films offer broader understanding of the series and offer something to everyone, making them stand out as must-watch films.
