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Ultraman Blazar 10 |Going Ultra – Going Ultra – Presented by Henshin Inspection
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Ultraman Blazar Episode 10 – “Parent and Child” (A Critical Analysis)
Hey tokusatsu fans! MJ Muñoz here, and today we’re diving into Ultraman Blazar episode 10, “Parent and Child.” I have to be honest – this episode left me confused and somewhat disappointed. Let’s break down why.
Confusion and Lack of Clarity
This episode seemed to struggle with clarity in both its narrative and visual language. Several elements left me scratching my head:
- Blazar’s actions with the golden cocoon created from his Prismatic Javelin.
- The unexplained activation of Gento while he was at home, which started with the vegetable juice in a previous episode.
- The visual representation of Blazar/Gento’s internal conflict.
The show usually excels at clear visual storytelling, but this episode fell short. The scenes of Blazar fighting himself were particularly confusing and seemed to encapsulate the episode’s overall lack of direction.
Themes and Parallels
Despite the confusion, there were attempts at thematic parallels:
- The Kaiju parent-child relationship mirroring Gento’s family.
- The dual nature of Blazar and Gento’s actions versus Earth Garon’s team.
- The potential conflict between Blazar and the GGF.
However, these themes weren’t developed clearly enough to make a strong impact.
The Bigger Picture: Ultraman and Kaiju
This episode touches on a larger issue within the Ultraman franchise: the relationship between Ultramen and Kaiju. It raises questions about the necessity of always destroying Kaiju and the potential for more nuanced approaches.
I appreciate shows like Ultraman Z and Kamen Rider Fourze (clearly, not part of the Ultra Series) that have explored alternatives to outright destruction. There’s potential for rich storytelling in exploring the existence of Kaiju alongside humanity, rather than always resorting to violence.
A Call for Nuance
As both a fan and a creator, I see opportunities for the Ultraman franchise to evolve its approach to Kaiju. While I understand the spectacle of kaiju battles, I believe there’s room for more diverse resolutions that don’t always end in destruction. I laud and appreciate Ultraman Rising doing this. I am hopeful that the film will get a sequel (or a handful of them) and it will become a bigger part of the conversation.
In my own work on the Grobug Chronicles, I’m exploring ways to incorporate monster elements without relying solely on violence. I believe it’s possible to create engaging stories that offer more nuanced solutions to conflicts between different beings.
Final Thoughts
While this episode of Ultraman Blazar didn’t work for me, it does highlight some interesting questions about the franchise as a whole. As tokusatsu evolves, I hope to see more diverse approaches to storytelling that can maintain the excitement we love while offering new perspectives on conflict resolution.
What did you think about this episode? Do you see potential for different approaches to Kaiju in the Ultraman franchise? Let me know your thoughts!
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