Blue Submarine 6 - Special Edition
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Movie Reviews of Blue Submarine 6 - Special Edition
Movie Review: Definitely worth owning
Summary: 5 Stars
Despite the price factor, and only one episode per DVD, this series is so fantastic, and I'm glad I own it. If you are a DVD fanatic, love anime, have a great home theater setup, and want to watch some very pleasurable eye-candy, this is the set for you. The story is compelling enough to keep your attention, and the visuals are just plain awesome! Sad side note for the sub-title haters; 5.1 is only offered in Japanese! But, for you purists that hate bad english dubbing, you will be very pleased. Actually, the english voice overs could have been a lot worse, but I would much rather enjoy it in its original form. This is a must-have series, so get it!Movie Review: I love this show!
Summary: 5 Stars
If u love mecha, military movies then this is the show for u! With beautiful aniamtion and greate action with an excellent story line. A must buy for any anime fan.Movie Review: Awesome, but not for beginners!
Summary: 4 Stars
Blue Sub No. 6 is an incredible short anime series. You can read the synopsis above, so I won't reiterate...the animation, both cel and CG, is beautiful, and the story is intriguing, although somewhat difficult to follow. I wouldn't recommend it for someone who's just getting into anime, as the plotline and storytelling is definitely Japanese; it doesn't develop the same way an American animation or movie would (or even as most newer anime does), and if you're not familiar with the difference in style, it'll confuse you. (Especially since you have to buy four DVDs/videos to see it all, and if you're like me, that'll take a little time!) However, I highly recommend this series if you're an anime appreciater. Well, maybe you truly hardcore folks won't like it, and if you're into blood, power armor, or jiggling, this won't do for you, either. If you enjoy a good story, though, as I do, this is for you.One of the best newer series I've seen of late, and I've been watching for a number of years. My only real complaint is the length-to-price ratio. Each disc is rather short for what you pay...but I was addicted enough after the first episode to shell out the cash for the other three!
Movie Review: Blue had the blues
Summary: 2 Stars
I saw the commercials for this on Cartoon Network, and I was hooked-I had my Tivo record all the episodes. The beginning was slow going, and I waited for it to get better. And waited, and waited... I don't think the characters were well-developed at all; the only characters that held my interest were the submarine itself and the fish-people, specifically the girl that saved our hero. The ending left much to be desired, since it explained even less than the "beginning" did. I have to admit, the graphics were excellent, which is the only redeeming thing about this series. I would recommend almost any other anime series for an "introduction" series, or I might bore the Newbie to death.Movie Review: Amazing visuals!
Summary: 5 Stars
This DVD is the edited version of "Blue Submarine No. 6",for the Cartoon Network's "Toonami" program.
I'm somewhat
old-school when it comes to edited and dubbed anime programs. I don't
like 'em. However, the dubbing for BS6 is actually pretty good. There
are some annoying moments with the disc, such as the intro credits
popping up out of left field, and slight "hiccups" where the
commercial breaks are suppossed to be. Also, in the chopped version
there are characters with absolutely no development, yet you get the
sense they must be important to the plot. The ending is a bit
confusing, too.
Other than that, I was wholeheartedly impressed with
the quality of the show. The music isn't bad, the action is very
intense, and the characters interesting.
The artwork is
impressive. There is extensive computer generatated animation, but it
only occasionally jumps out at you as being obvious CGI. The
underwater battle sequences are breathtaking. The underwater
explosions take on a realistic quality, and the minisub fighters move
like jets in a dogfight. Torpedoes move in a believable fashion, and
control panels and video displays are clean, clear, and neatly
designed.
I cannot recommend the series enough, and I'm sure the
uncut version is far better. There seems to be something for all anime
fans, short of swordfights and sorcery. There is some use of mechs,
and lots of cool tech. Interesting creatures, too.
This is no poor
man's "seaQuest DSV", that's for sure! In fact, if
"seaQuest" had been more like BS6, it might have fared
better in the ratings.
I really hope there's a follow-up to the
series. This is easily one of the best tech animes I've seen in a
while. For the price, I'd recommend this cut version so you can get a
feel for the show, especially if you're unsure if you'll like it and
can't rent it anywhere. If you do like it, you can then proceed to get
the four seperate volumes.