Now and Then, Here and There

Synopsis

Shu is a typical Japanese boy, but has an unbeatable, optimistic and determined attitude. However, when he sees a mysterious girl with strange eyes named Lala-Ru up on a smokestack, he is soon pulled into a strange desert world. Shu soon discovers the true terrors of war, which includes genocide, brutal torture, hunger, thirst, and child explotation. Now Shu is trying to save Lala-Ru, as well as his hard earned, and often relunctant, new friends from the insane dictator, Hamdo. Whether Shu can possibly accomplish saving those he cares about while still holding up to his values remains to be seen.

About

Now and Then, Here and There premiered on October 14, 1999. It falls under the Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 13 episodes. with each episode running approximately 25 minutes. It airs on WOWOW Prime. and concluded its run on January 20, 2000.

Why viewers enjoy Now and Then, Here and There

Now and Then, Here and There targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics elements. This combination of Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.

Production

Now and Then, Here and There was animated by Anime International Company, and broadcast on WOWOW Prime.

Critical reception

Now and Then, Here and There holds a rating of 7.4 out of 10 based on 47 user reviews on TMDB, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated viewership.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Now and Then, Here and There include: dystopia, alternate dimension, water shortage, child soldier, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.