On This Day in Anime

Twelve years ago, Expelled from Paradise landed in theaters, a bold CG animated film from Toei Animation. Set in a distant future where humanity has abandoned Earth for digital existence, the movie follows Angela Baladwin, a cybernetic agent sent to the ravaged planet on a critical mission.

It was a rare standalone CG feature at the time, showcasing ambitious visuals and a surprisingly complex narrative that explored themes of identity and reality. While it didn't spawn an immediate continuation, its quality has kept it a notable entry in the sci-fi mecha genre for those seeking something visually distinct and thematically engaging.