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Ultraman: The Next

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2004 · 97 min Family Science Fiction Action Adventure
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

First Lieutenant Shun'ichi Maki of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force is a prestigious F-15 Eagle jet pilot (or "driver" as he is called in the film). A lifelong fan of flying since he was a child, being a pilot is his ultimate dream. Unfortunately, his duties distance himself from his wife, Yoko, who always ends up being neglected, and his son, Tsugumu, who has a congenital blood disease and has a high risk of dying at a young age.Maki decides to quit the Air Force to devote more time to his family and to spend whatever is left for his son. He takes a part-time job as a commercial tour guide run by a kindly group of people who allow him time to work and to also take care of his family.

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Original Title ULTRAMAN
Year 2004
Country Japan
Genre Family, Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
Director Kazuya Konaka
Runtime 97 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (23 votes)

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This film blends family drama with classic kaiju action, delivering spectacle alongside a story of redemption and paternal love. The focus on human relationships gives the giant battles a genuine emotional core.

What lingers after the credits roll is the warmth of a tale where personal sacrifice and courage truly make a difference. It's a reminder that heroism is defined not by the cockpit, but by the heart. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Kazuya Konaka

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