Made in Abyss Movie 1: Journey’s Dawn Anime Movie

Made in Abyss Movie 1: Journey’s Dawn (Anime Movie)

_{Genre: Adventure / Dark Fantasy / Sci-Fi}

Japanese Title: (メイドインアビス旅立 (たびだ) ちの夜明 (よあ) け (Meido in Abisu Tabidachi no Yoake)

Year of Release: 2019

Origin: Japan

Runtime: 1 hour and 59 minutes

Director: Masayuki Kojima

Production: Kinema Citrus

Other Related Anime Movies: Made in Abyss Movie 3: Dawn of the Deep Soul (2020), Made in Abyss Movie 2: Wandering Twilight (2019)

TV: Made in Abyss Anime Series 2017 (13 episodes)

Manga: Made in Abyss Manga 2012 – 2026 (14 volumes)

Plot Overview

“Made in Abyss: Journey’s Dawn” centers on the remarkable spirit of Riko, an energetic and curious 12-year-old girl residing in the unique town of Orth. Orth is perched precariously above a colossal, enigmatic, and deeply dangerous chasm known as the Abyss. This vast, unexplored pit is a place of profound mystery, teeming with ancient, powerful relics and inhabited by terrifying, monstrous creatures, making it a realm of extreme peril for the brave individuals known as Cave Raiders. Riko’s life is irrevocably altered when she discovers Reg, a peculiar and amnesiac boy distinguished by his robotic arms and an integrated laser cannon.

A deep and immediate bond forms between Riko and Reg. Driven by Riko’s unwavering determination to uncover the fate of her long-lost mother, Lyza—a legendary and highly respected Cave Raider who vanished into the Abyss years ago—they make a momentous decision: to embark on an unprecedented journey into the chasm’s depths. As they descend further into the unknown, they are confronted by a relentless barrage of challenges and formidable dangers. Their perilous adventure becomes not only a quest for Riko’s mother but also a journey of discovery, as they begin to unravel the profound secrets of the Abyss itself and the mysteries surrounding Reg’s own enigmatic origins. This film effectively serves as a comprehensive recap of the first half of the anime series, offering a rich introduction to the intricate world-building and the initial, captivating adventures of Riko and Reg.

Main Characters

Riko: A clever, resilient, and incredibly adventurous 12-year-old girl. Her primary motivation is to find her mother, Lyza, a legendary cave-raider, and she approaches the dangers of the Abyss with a unique blend of bravery and childlike wonder.

Reg: A robot boy who awakens with no memory of his past. He possesses remarkable mechanical arms and a powerful laser cannon, abilities that prove invaluable in their journey. He develops into Riko’s fiercely loyal and protective companion.

Lyza: Riko’s mother, a legendary and highly esteemed cave-raider. Her disappearance into the Abyss years prior serves as the primary catalyst for the events of the story, driving Riko’s quest and fueling the central mystery.