Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone

Set in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo-3, the film follows Shinji Ikari, a reluctant teenage pilot summoned to operate the Evangelion mecha units against monstrous beings known as Angels. The story explores themes of trauma, family conflict, and humanity’s survival amid alien threats. This remake condenses and reinterprets the early narrative from the original television series, focusing on key relationships and battles.

The production was handled by khara, a studio founded by Hideaki Anno, the creator of the original series. Kazuya Tsurumaki, who had been involved in the original Evangelion project, directed this film. The voice cast features several returning actors from the TV series, including Megumi Ogata (Shinji), Megumi Hayashibara, and Kotono Mitsuishi, preserving the characters’ established vocal identities.

Collectors might note that the film underwent several releases with incremental changes: the theatrical debut as Evangelion: 1.0, followed by the DVD edition labeled Evangelion: 1.01, and later Evangelion: 1.11, which included additional scenes and updated visual effects. These iterations offer slight variations in presentation, reflecting the ongoing refinement typical in this franchise.

Evangelion: 1.0 is significant for how it bridges the original 1990s series and the new film saga, contributing to Evangelion’s enduring legacy in anime culture. Its mixture of science fiction, psychological depth, and intense action sequences continues to engage collectors interested in the evolution of this influential property. The film is available on DVD, Blu-ray, and other formats, allowing collectors to choose among various editions depending on their preferences.