(When
the night has come and the land is dark)
For
23 years and still counting, Fujiko Fujio’s robotic feline became a Filipino habit
for those who can still watch anime in the morning. It won the hearts of all
ages because of its humor, values and futuristic gadgets. Unlike in other
countries, we pronounce his name as “Do-Rei-Mon” and Takeshi is usually called
“Damulag” (Tagalog term for huge kid). Luckily, I’m one of those kids who grew
with the show. Loved a lot of episodes even if the plot is oftentimes the same.
I only saw what’s aired in TV, probably half of the entire series, but this
film made me relive those memories of wonder, fun and learning as if I was
brought back through time.
