Kunihiko Ikuhara, known for his unique visual style.

Set during the second season ( Sailor Moon R ), specifically appearing to take place after Chibiusa learns the guardians' identities but before the final battle with the Black Moon Clan. Story Summary

Years later, Fiore returns to Earth, but he has been corrupted by the , a parasitic and sentient space plant that feeds on negative emotions like loneliness and jealousy.

This guide covers ( The Promise of the Rose ), the first theatrical film in the classic 90s Sailor Moon franchise.

The plot centers on , an alien who befriended a young, lonely Mamoru Chiba (Tuxedo Mask) after his parents died. Before leaving Earth as a child, Mamoru gave Fiore a single rose; Fiore promised to return one day with a flower worthy of that gift.

Originally released in Japanese theaters on December 5, 1993.