Dr. Who Anime Gives the Cult Classic the 80s Japanese Animation Treatment
Jason Soy — June 5, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: youtube & geektyrant
The iconic Dr. Who has been given an aesthetic makeover in this Doctor Who anime. Created by the enthusiastic Paul "OtaKing" Johnson, this sci-fi remix is sure to please fans of the British cult hit as well as anime enthusiasts.
The 13-minute episode took a total of 2.5 years to create, but the fruits of Johnson's labor are spectacular. Johnson even voiced segments of the Doctor Who anime himself, making this 80s-style toon tribute probably one of the greatest pieces of fan dedication to have ever been produced. Johnson also noted, "This is old school Who, so fans of the new reboot show may be confused by the fact that the Doctor is doing martial arts and Cybermen say 'excellent.' Watch the classics and you'll understand. You'll also become almost instantly more handsome by watching classic Who." With such an endorsement from such a talented fan, how can I not?
The 13-minute episode took a total of 2.5 years to create, but the fruits of Johnson's labor are spectacular. Johnson even voiced segments of the Doctor Who anime himself, making this 80s-style toon tribute probably one of the greatest pieces of fan dedication to have ever been produced. Johnson also noted, "This is old school Who, so fans of the new reboot show may be confused by the fact that the Doctor is doing martial arts and Cybermen say 'excellent.' Watch the classics and you'll understand. You'll also become almost instantly more handsome by watching classic Who." With such an endorsement from such a talented fan, how can I not?
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1. Anime Remakes - The trend of creating anime versions of popular TV shows provides a new creative outlet for fans and introduces the original content to a different audience.
2. Fan-made Projects - Fan dedication and passion lead to the creation of unique and visually impressive tributes, showcasing the potential for collaborative and community-driven projects in various industries.
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