Expelled from Paradise

Expelled from Paradise is a Japanese science fiction anime film directed by Seiji Mizushima and written by Gen Urobuchi. Set in a future where the Earth's environment is destroyed, humanity has uploaded their consciousness to a virtual space called "Diva." The protagonist, Angela Balzac, is a Diva investigator dispatched to the ruined Earth to collaborate with a ground investigator named Dingo. They investigate a hacking incident that leads Angela to question the essence of humanity and the limitations of the virtual world. The film explores the complex relationship between technological advancement and human existence, as well as the challenges of finding balance between virtual and real life. It features a unique visual style that combines 3D CG and hand-drawn animation, depicting the technological feel of a futuristic world and the desolation of a wasteland. The film delves into profound themes, contemplating free will and human values, prompting the audience to reflect on technological progress and the fate of humanity.