Dive into our review of Lost in Starlight, Netflix’s first Korean original animated film! This visually breathtaking sci-fi romance, set in a retro-cyberpunk Seoul of 2050, follows astronaut Nan-young and musician Jay as they navigate love, ambition, and the vast distance between Earth and Mars. With stellar voice acting by Kim Tae-ri and Hong Kyung, a moving soundtrack featuring BTS’ V, and a heartfelt story, is this a must-watch? We break down the visuals, themes, and why it’s a milestone for Korean animation. 🌌✨ Watch now to see if Lost in Starlight lives up to the hype! Available on Netflix. #LostInStarlight #KoreanAnimation #NetflixReview
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00:00lost in starlight netflix's first korean original animated film is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant sea-fire romance that premiered on may thirtieth twenty twenty five directed by han ji one and co-written with kang
00:14this one hour thirty six minute feature produced by climax studio blends a retro cyberpunk aesthetic with heartfelt storytelling earning praise as a significant milestone for korean animation set in a futuristic soul of twenty fifty the film follows nan
00:29voiced by kim tae ri an astronaut driven by her dream to explore mars and uncover traces of her mother who vanished during a mars mission and j hong kyung
00:40a musician repairing retro audio equipment whose own dreams have stalled their chance encounter at an audio repair shop where nan young seeks to fix her mother's record player sparks
00:51a tender romance however nan young's selection for a mars expedition tests their bond across the vast distance between earth and mars exploring themes of love ambition sacrifice and the value of life's unexpected detours
01:05the narrative emphasizes the importance of embracing side-quests in life offering a universal message about balancing dreams with relationships in a dystopian world the animation is a stand-out with a pastel infused retro cyberpunk aesthetic
01:19that vividly captures twenty fifty soul and the cosmic expanse shifting color palettes blues pinks reds and greens masterfully convey emotion creating an immersive atmosphere
01:31familiar soul landmarks like suam plaza are reimagined with a futuristic yet nostalgic touch enhanced by retro elements like vinyl records and record players critics including director bong joon ho have lauded it as a visual masterpiece
01:46with its slick moody visuals drawing comparisons to makoto shinkai's works like your name the soundtrack is a driving force with music serving as a narrative anchor connecting nan young and j the song bon voyage featuring bts kim tae hyung vi is a highlight though the english dubbed version is critiqued for lacking the emotional depth of the korean
02:08original kim tae ry and hong young deliver compelling voice performances infusing nan young and j with emotional authenticity however the english voice acting has been noted as a weak point with a quality gap compared to the korean verge on the film excels in its intimate story-telling and breath-taking visuals
02:27offering a fresh take on the star-crossed lover's trope by grounding it in real choices and emotional stakes it's celebrated as a win for korean animation pushing the industry onto the global stage with netflix's backing
02:40however some critiques highlight the english localization particularly the dubbed songs and voice acting which don't always
02:47match the korean performances intensity lost in starlight has garnered widespread acclaim for its beauty intimacy and universal message it's seen as a landmark for korean animation with hopes it will inspire more global projects lost in starlight is a must watch for fans of kdramas cfi and romance offering a poignant narrative and gorgeous animation while the english dub has flaws the korean version bolstered by its evocative soundtrack and
03:17stellar voice acting delivers a deeply moving experience available now on netflix it's a heartfelt journey that dares to dream beyond earth rating 910