A Tank Jumped Out from the Fridge!!

During his time at university, acclaimed filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki's classmate, Hideaki Anno, created a short animated film that showcases both the artistic flair and thematic depth for which they would later become known. This early work of Anno's explores a range of human emotions and experiences, with a focus on character-driven storytelling and visually rich animation that hints at the creative powerhouse he would later become. Despite its modest origins as a university project, this short film serves as an intriguing insight into the minds and talents that would go on to shape Japanese animation for years to come, offering a glimpse into the early career of one of Japan's most influential animators.