Pokemon Leaks: Movie Plans and More We Know So Far; report

A recent major leak from Pokemon has revealed that the franchise is struggling with behind-the-scenes issues with its anime films. For decades, Pokemon released films regularly, starting with the first film in 1998. This streak continued until 2020, when the franchise unexpectedly stopped releasing annual films. Now a new leak seems to explain why the 24th Pokémon movie was delayed.

According to Comicbook, the alleged terabyte-sized leak surfaced online earlier this week and is said to contain data from Game Freak, the company behind the Pokemon video games. Details about the next Pokémon movie have been revealed in the leaked files. According to the information, the production of the 24th film codenamed “Bauer” began in 2021. However, its release has been postponed indefinitely and there is no clear release schedule.

The leak also provided a rough synopsis of the film’s plot. It suggested that the film would have rebooted the Pokemon film universe to attract older fans. Set in modern-day Kanto, the film would feature Mew as the main mythical Pokémon and focus on two original characters: Light and Akari. The plot would have dealt with darker themes, including cyberbullying and suicide, which worried some executives. The film’s serious tone raised concerns about whether it would be suitable for younger viewers, a large portion of the Pokémon fan base.

Despite these concerns, Pokemon has dealt with dark themes before. The first Pokemon movie, released in 1998, had intense moments, like Ash’s sacrifice and Mewtwo’s battles. These themes resonated with fans and added depth to the story. Some fans believe that Pokémon shouldn’t shy away from adult themes and that the franchise could benefit from expanding its audience.

Fans have been disappointed with the lack of new Pokémon films since 2020. Annual Pokémon movie releases have become a tradition, and as anime continues to grow in popularity worldwide, there is potential for the franchise to find success in theaters. The leaked plot for the 24th film has sparked interest, particularly among older fans who grew up with Pokémon and are looking for stories with more depth.

For now, it remains uncertain when and whether this film will be released. However, fans are hoping that “Pokémon” returns to the big screen soon and continues its legacy of successful anime films.

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