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Memories is a compilation of three standalone short films encompassing different genres. Magnetic Rose In the far reaches of space, after tracing a distress signal to a large abandoned space station, a pair of engineers—Heintz Beckner and Miguel Costrela—find a derelict mansion and decide to explore on foot. Their investigation reveals a dark secret surrounding the fate of Eva Friedel, a renowned opera singer with a tragic history. Hallucinations soon begin to plague them, and they must fight to retain their sanity in order to escape the station alive.
Stink Bomb Hapless lab technician Nobuo Tanaka consumes some pills at his laboratory to cure a cold.
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What are the three short films in the Memories anime?
The 1995 anthology film "Memories" consists of three distinct segments. They are "Magnetic Rose," "Stink Bomb," and "Cannon Fodder," each encompassing a different genre from psychological sci-fi horror to dark comedy.
Who directed Magnetic Rose in the Memories anthology?
"Magnetic Rose" was directed by Satoshi Kon, who would later become famous for directing "Perfect Blue" and "Paprika." The script was based on a manga short by Katsuhiro Otomo, the creator of "Akira."
What is the plot of Magnetic Rose?
It follows two engineers, Heintz Beckner and Miguel Costrela, who trace a distress signal to an abandoned space station. Inside, they discover a derelict mansion that manifests their deepest memories and desires using advanced holographic technology.
Is the Memories anime based on a manga?
Yes, the compilation film is based on a collection of short manga stories by Katsuhiro Otomo. While the other two shorts, "Stink Bomb" and "Cannon Fodder," were also adapted from his works, "Magnetic Rose" was expanded significantly for the film.
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