Great Teacher Onizuka (GTO) – Crowd Scene – Production Cel on Background Copy Cut Out (Pierrot, 1999)

This dynamic production cel features a detailed crowd scene from the beloved Great Teacher Onizuka series, beautifully layered over a cut-out copy of the original background art. Created by Studio Pierrot in 1999, this cel exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and vibrant animation style that defined the show. Directed by Noriyuki Abe and with character designs by Yoshiyuki Suga, GTO remains a fan favorite for its unique blend of comedy, drama, and heartfelt storytelling.

Crowd scenes like this are often some of the most challenging in animation production, requiring careful layering of numerous characters to convey a lively and authentic atmosphere. In GTO, these scenes help emphasize the bustling school environment and highlight the chaotic yet humorous life of Eikichi Onizuka and his students. This cel offers a rare glimpse into the complex production techniques used by Pierrot to bring the series’ energetic world to life.