Someone Is Crazy!
1960/08/01
STORY
Seven crew members, including a boy named Kiyoshi, are sent into space to destroy a small planet called Medusa. However, it is revealed that one of the seven members has accidentally administered a poisoned injection. The person affected by the poison may become irrational and pose a threat to the other crew members. Despite the growing skepticism among the crew, including Kiyoshi himself, they continue their mission to the planet.
DESCRIPTIONS
1960/08 Appeared in Shukan Shonen Sunday Summer Issue (Shogakukan)
The technique of portraying each character's mental state and actions within a confined space is commonly used in horror and sci-fi films. For example, the movie "Alien" effectively heightened fear and tension by setting its story in a completely enclosed spaceship. Similarly, "The Thing" generated skepticism and conflict through the characters' unseen fears. While this story may seem simple, featuring only seven crew members, without dramatic monsters or major Tezuka characters, it represents an authentic sci-fi narrative that reflects Tezuka's intention to create genuine storytelling.
Talking about Black Jack, he is confined in various places, such as a shelter under the basement, an elevator, and a cave. Such settings may be suitable for short stories.
