At the “One Piece Day 2024” event, author Eiichiro Oda shared an intriguing and thought-provoking perspective on the “One Piece” anime remake project being undertaken by WIT Studio.
In particular, instead of demanding a faithful replication of the original manga, Oda encouraged the production team to embrace creative freedom and infuse the project with their own unique takes.
Golden Advice from the Author
In particular, Oda emphasized that the anime remake is not simply a copy of the manga. Instead, he wants the filmmakers to capture the spirit of the story and express it in a completely new way. This not only helps to revitalize a classic work but also creates unique artistic values.
“Rather than reproducing the manga of One Piece, the anime staff should digest it and remake it in their own style. I want you all to express rather than copy and paste the work”, said Eiichiro Oda
The reasons behind Oda’s insightful advice can be boiled down to 3 explanations. First, he wants the anime to create its own unique impact that carries the soul of the production team. Additionally, he likely believes in maximizing the true strengths of an animated format, as anime has its own advantages over manga, such as the ability to depict movement, sound, and color, and creative freedom will help fully exploit these strengths.
Finally, Oda believes that filmmakers have their own vision and creativity, and he wants to provide them the freedom to realize their full potential, thereby respecting their creativity.
Oda’s advice received enthusiastic support from the fan community. Many people consider it a wise decision, ensuring that the remake will not be just a dull replica of the original but rather a unique and worthwhile piece of art.
“They grew up watching One Piece at a young age and now working on this project, still have the joy and excitement as a reader. They have a strong sense of what they felt when they were young because they were the target audience back then”, the author also said.
Expectations for the Remake
With the creative freedom Oda has granted to the production team, fans are eagerly awaiting fresh and surprising elements in the “One Piece” remake. They hope to witness an anime version with breathtaking action scenes, more deeply developed characters, and a story told from a completely new perspective.
Conclusion
Eiichiro Oda’s advice has opened up a promising new era for the “One Piece” anime remake. With creative freedom and support from the author, this project promises to bring exciting and unexpected experiences to the audience.
Let’s wait and see what wonders WIT Studio will create with this classic work!
Source: Lag, GR
