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Hashire Melos (Movie)

Synopsis: Run, Melos is an anime that tells the story of Melos, a young musician who becomes a slave in the hands of a cruel tyrant. Determined to prove his loyalty and honor, Melos is challenged to race against time and save an innocent friend from imminent execution. The anime portrays Melos' internal and external struggles on his journey to rescue his friend and confront the injustices of the world around him. With a mix of suspense, action, and drama, Run, Melos captivates the viewer with an exciting and visually striking narrative.

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- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Hashire Melos (Movie)
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 走れメロス
  • Anime Name in English: Run Melos!
  • Other names:

Production information

  • Producers: Toei Video
  • Licensors:
  • Studios: Visual 80

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: Jun 25, 1992
  • Genres: Ação, Aventura, Elenco Adulto, Histórico
  • Subjects: Drama
  • Target: Shounen

Anime Reviews

  • note: 6.89
  • Popularity: 7291

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Hashire Melos (Movie) Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://skdesu.com/animage/122786.jpg
  • Date: 2024-04-18T15:03:05-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Hashire Melos (Movie)": 

    • The movie "Hashire Melos" is based on the short story "Run, Melos!" by the renowned Japanese author Osamu Dazai.
    • The story takes place in Ancient Greece and follows Melos, a young man who vows to save his friend Selinunte from unjust execution.
    • The plot addresses themes such as friendship, loyalty, and redemption, making it an exciting and memorable story for the audience.
    • The movie has a unique animation, with features that refer to classical Greek art, creating a unique and captivating atmosphere.
    • Despite not being as well-known as other anime titles, "Hashire Melos" is considered a masterpiece for its deep narrative and captivating characters.
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    Manga and Products from Hashire Melos (Movie)

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Hashire Melos (Movie)"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Melos: A young and brave gladiator who is unjustly sentenced to death and has his faith in humanity shaken.
    • Selinunte: A tyrant and cruel king who holds power over Melos' life and tests the protagonist's friendship and loyalty.
    • Claire: A young and kind woman who believes in Melos's innocence and fights by his side to prove his truth.
    • Dionysios: A childhood friend of Melos, who accompanies him on his journey to try to save his life and restore his honor.
    • Lyciskos: The loyal squire of Selinunte, who does everything to ensure that Melos does not escape his death sentence.

    Summary and events

    • A young man named Melos is unjustly imprisoned and sentenced to death, but his brother Lysias offers himself as a guarantee so that Melos can participate in a religious festival before his execution.
    • During the festival, Melos escapes from prison and runs to save his beloved, fulfilling a promise he made to a friend.
    • However, Lysias is captured in his place and condemned to death, with Melos realizing that only he can save his brother.
    • But the authorities, following your word, are preparing to execute Lysias, putting Melos in a dilemma: he must decide whether to betray his word and save the brother who saved his own life.
    • This tale of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice is an exciting journey that explores the limits of commitment and brotherly love.

    What happens in the end?

    Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Hashire Melos (Movie)We have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

    "Run, Melos!" is a film based on the short story "Run, Melos!" by Osamu Dazai. At the end of the story, Melos, who had promised to arrive in time to save his friend Selinuntius from execution, finally reaches the city just as Selinuntius is about to be executed. However, to his surprise, he discovers that Selinuntius has persuaded the king to postpone the execution so that Melos could test his honesty and fulfill his promise. Melos is then faced with the choice of lying to the king and saving Selinuntius or keeping his promise and telling the truth, which would lead to his death. Melos decides to honor his word and tell the truth to the king, being condemned to death. Before being executed, Selinuntius intervenes and sacrifices his own life to save Melos, showing that true friendship and loyalty are above all. The film ends with Melos, deeply touched and regretful, promising to live his life in honor of Selinuntius's sacrifice, carrying with him the powerful example of love and friendship that they both shared.

    Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials

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    Meaning of Hashire Melos (Movie)

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    走れメロス
    • 走れ (hashire) - It means "to run."
    • メロス (merosu) - possibly comes from the Greek word "Méros" which means "part" or "fragment"
    The name "走れメロス" translates to "Run, Melos". "Melos" is the name of a character in Osamu Dazai's short story "Run, Melos!", which is a modern adaptation of the story of the "Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian". The story is about friendship and loyalty, where the main character, Melos, runs against time to save the life of his best friend, Selinuntius. The expression "Run, Melos" can be seen as a call to act quickly and decisively for an important goal.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Hashire Melos (Movie) has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Hashire Melos (Movie) on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Hashire Melos (Movie) usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 7291