Only watch if you have watched and enjoyed the original series or compilation movies, because this film is more defined by its character interactions and dialogue than its action. Bright, Mirai, Kai, and Sleggar especially get some deserved spotlight with some solid scenes with Sayla, M'Quve, and the White Base kids.
The titular Doan is also well fleshed out and compelling. The mobile suit fights are well directed and carry emotional weight, though they are not the focus. Think of it as a drama movie with action rather than an action movie with drama.
If you didn't watch the original series, don't watch this.
If you didn't like the kids or the quiet moments from the original series, don't watch this.
If you watched the original series and only cared about Amuro and Char, don't watch this.
Otherwise, give it some time when you're in the mood for a touching, slow burn film largely about rural farm life during wartime and you're likely to be glad you did.
The titular Doan is also well fleshed out and compelling. The mobile suit fights are well directed and carry emotional weight, though they are not the focus. Think of it as a drama movie with action rather than an action movie with drama.
If you didn't watch the original series, don't watch this.
If you didn't like the kids or the quiet moments from the original series, don't watch this.
If you watched the original series and only cared about Amuro and Char, don't watch this.
Otherwise, give it some time when you're in the mood for a touching, slow burn film largely about rural farm life during wartime and you're likely to be glad you did.