Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack is an anime movie set in the primary (UC) timeline of Gundam, taking place in UC0093. This movie is the final culmination of the original saga begun in Mobile Suit Gundam and continued through Zeta Gundam and Double Zeta Gundam, marking the final conflict between Char Aznable and Amuro Ray. The movie is based on the novel by Yoshiyuki Tomino.
In addition to being the first original Gundam theatrical release, it was also the first Gundam to make use of computer graphics.
Story
The year is UC 0093. Char Aznable re-appears out of self imposed hiding with a declaration that he now commands his own Neo-Zeon movement. Unlike movements of the past, Char intends to force the immigration of Earth's inhabitants to space by bringing about an ice age. The Federation tasks the elite Londo Bell unit to contain the threat before Char can carry out his plan. With time running out on both sides, its up to Amuro Ray and his RX-93 Nu Gundam prevent the Axis Asteroid Drop Operation.
See also
Preceded by: Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ
Followed by: Mobile Suit Gundam F91
External Links
http://www.mahq.net
http://www.gun-plus.com
http://www.gun-plus.com/screenshots
