This is the final compilation film in the original Mobile Suit Gundam saga. "Encounters in Space" is both powerful and moving, offering an epic finale filled with victory and tragedy. Several plot points from the previous films find closure here. The war between Zeon and the Federation reaches its climax, and the rivalry between Amuro and Char—at least for now. Without revealing too much detail, I believe this movie adeptly handles its characters and resolves lingering plot threads. One notable theme in this last movie is the concept of Newtypes, pivotal to the conflict between the warring factions. It delves into the philosophy of Newtypes, their treatment,purpose, and the fear associated with them. Newtypes play a crucial role in later Gundam entries, and their mythical qualities are emphasized here.

The political turmoil within the Zeon royal family intrigued me. They're a dysfunctional group, lacking love and respect for each other, each pursuing their own goals. Speaking of dysfunction, this movie has an astonishing number of major character deaths, illustrating the toll and consequences of a major war like this.

While I can't claim that any movie in this trilogy is perfect, they consistently achieve their respective goals. You never feel like you're missing out on the full experience of this series, despite some content being cut. I'll close out with this line:

"Please understand. I can be with you anytime."

I hope that someday, I can visit that place as well.