In this episode, Masie & Stuart return to the world of animation to cover the strange 2002 anime film, A Tree of Palme, directed by Takashi Nakamura. A critical and financial failure upon its release, this odd Pinocchio-inspired sci-fi adventure movie has faded into obscurity over the years, but our hosts are here to spread the word that this film may be deserving of a reappraisal! Listen as they discuss its gorgeous art design and fascinating worldbuilding, as well as its overstuffed and often confusing script.

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Addtional Reading:

Tree of Palme ADV Films DVD Booklet

Animetudes: Takashi Nakamura