HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle
Shoyo Hinata joins Karasuno High's volleyball club to be like his idol, a former Karasuno player known as the 'Little Giant'. But Hinata soon learns that he must team up with his middle school nemesis, Tobio Kageyama. Their clashing styles form a surprising weapon, but can their newfound teamwork defeat their rival Nekoma High in the highly anticipated 'Dumpster Battle', the long awaited ultimate showdown between two opposing underdog teams?
- Released: 2024-02-16
- Runtime: 85 minutes
- Genre: Animation, Drama
- Stars: Miyu Irino, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Mark Ishii, Shinnosuke Tachibana, Soma Saito, Toshiki Masuda, Koutaro Nishiyama, Kaori Nazuka, Sumire Morohoshi, Hiroshi Kamiya, Hisao Egawa, Hiroshi Naka, Takanori Hoshino, Seigo Yokota, Ryuichi Sawada, Kyousuke Ikeda, Takumi Watanabe, Fumiyoshi Shioya, Nobuaki Fukuda, Kanehira Yamamoto
- Director: Susumu Mitsunaka
Comments
- nikhilsawant09 - 22 June 2024
A Thrilling Journey That Leaves You Wanting More
As a big fan of Haikyu!!, I approached "The Dumpster Battle" with high expectations and a strange, almost personal connection to the series. The movie delivered in many aspects with great scenes and compelling storytelling, capturing the essence of what makes Haikyu!! So special.
The animation quality was top-notch, and the intense volleyball matches were as exhilarating as ever. The character dynamics and emotional moments were handled beautifully, and surprisingly, the flashbacks integrated well without feeling disruptive.
However, despite these strengths, I couldn't shake off a feeling of unfulfillment. While the movie did an admirable job of compiling the story, it felt like there wasn't enough time to dive deeply into the intricacies and character developments that a full anime season could have provided. The depth and nuance that come with episodic storytelling were missed, leaving me wishing for more.
In conclusion, "Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle" is a great watch and a satisfying experience for fans who have waited so long for this installment. Yet, it left me yearning for the richer, more detailed exploration that only an anime season can offer. - diahnurani-71723 - 5 June 2024
I highly recommend catching it on the big screen for that extra level of immersion.
I recently watched this movie in the cinema and found it to be a thrilling experience. I highly recommend catching it on the big screen for that extra level of immersion.
As a competitive volleyball player, I found the choreography and animation incredibly immersive and breathtaking. It felt like watching a real match in real time, keeping me on the edge of my seat. While the movie starts off feeling a bit rushed, it soon settles into a steady rhythm. The fast pace was a refreshing change from the anime's frequent internal monologues and pauses, enhancing the overall immersion.
I watched the dubbed version in the cinema, which was entertaining as I was used to the subbed version. Although some might find the new voice actors jarring, I enjoyed the change.
I haven't read this far in the manga, so I couldn't be disappointed by any omissions. As a standalone movie that picks up where season 4 left off, it was an amazing experience.
I recommend recapping the end of season 4 if it's been a while since you last watched it. I'm really looking forward to seeing how they conclude this series with the next movie.
