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Diverse sci-fi anime features war, violence, and blood.
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Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance
What's the Story?
GUNDAM: REQUIEM FOR VENGEANCE follows Iria Solari (voiced by Celia Massingham), a female captain who leads a squad called the Red Wolves in the Zeon Army during the One Year War. Her squad lands on Earth eleven months into the war, and they fight a violent and difficult battle trying to reclaim their Zeon-occupied base from the Earth Federation. She and her squad pilot gundam robots; they're faced with the Earth Federation's new gundam that are extremely strong, leaving them struggling to win the battle.
Is It Any Good?
This anime is a typical war story with a sci-fi twist. Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance delivers some solid moments of action and suspense, but overall, it feels like an average entry in the long-running Gundam franchise. One standout aspect of is the diversity of the cast. The show includes a fairly diverse range of characters, both in terms of nationality and background. There are moments of genuine suspense, however, the pacing is uneven at times. It's worth a watch for those who appreciate the franchise's mix of action and human drama.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the diversity portrayed in Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance. How does this show portray diversity among its characters, and what messages do you think it sends about the roles of different cultures and identities within the context of war?
Families can talk about Iria's position as a captain. What challenges might she face as a high-ranking female officer in the Zeon military? How do her leadership and combat decisions reflect or challenge traditional gender roles in military settings?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 17, 2024
- Cast : Celia Massingham , Lavance , James Watt
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Anime
- Topics : History , Robots
- Character Strengths : Integrity , Perseverance , Teamwork
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- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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