The First Slam Dunk- Movie Review
First Reaction – The First Slam Dunk is a wonderful intense game.
Where to Watch
Acclaimed sports anime releases on 4K UHD + Blu-ray Collector’s Edition, Steelbook, Blu-ray, and DVD on 24th March
Director: Takehiko Inoue
Writer: Takehiko Inoue (Screenplay)
Cast (voice talents)
- Shugo Nakamura
- Jun Kasama
- Shinichiro Kamio
- Subaru Kimura
- Kenta Miyake
Plot: Follows 17-year-old Ryota Miyagi, who struggles to accomplish his late elder brother’s dream of becoming a basketball star.
Runtime: 2 Hours 4 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Story: The First Slam Dunk starts when Ryota Miyagi’s older brother passes away. They shared a love for basketball and Ryota continues his passion to help him remember his brother. However, his high school team are always the underdogs, and he must fight for a spot on the team.
When Ryota learns a new style, he begins using his disadvantages to his advantage. He inspires the team to improve, and the plucky underdogs begin to shock the best team in the league.
Verdict on The First Slam Dunk
Recap
The movie follows an underdog team playing one of the best teams in the league. An unlikely star steps up and turns the plucky underdogs into a determined well-oiled machine. All in the name of his late brother.
Best Parts
The game is the backbone of the movie, and the story comes from the memories which drive Ryota. They show the difficult life he has lived through and the battles he wants to prove to himself. This is an inspiring story proving people can achieve greatness in the sport they love. There is also a wonderful soundtrack which brings the story to life.
Final Thoughts –The First Slam Dunk is an enjoyable inspiring story behind a game.
