Urusei Yatsura Movie 1: Only You

"Urusei Yatsura: Only You" (Japanese: うる星やつら オンリー・ユー) is a 1983 Japanese animated fantasy comedy film directed by Mamoru Oshii, marking his film directorial debut and the first theatrical film in the "Urusei Yatsura" franchise. The story revolves around Ataru Moroboshi, who accidentally stepped on the shadow of an alien princess named Elle when he was a child. In Elle's culture, this is seen as a marriage proposal. Eleven years later, Elle arrives on Earth to marry Ataru, who is now engaged to Lum. This sets off a series of comedic events surrounding the wedding. The film is known for its unique humor, vibrant characters, and blend of science fiction, comedy, and romance. It is a significant entry in the "Urusei Yatsura" series and also marks Mamoru Oshii's first foray into theatrical film direction. The film was produced by Kitty Films, primarily animated by Studio Pierrot, and released by Toho in Japan on February 12, 1983.