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Movie Review: A Depressing Masterpiece???
Summary: 4 Stars
What can I say the cover art of the DVD sucked me in and I bought it. Well I was expecting a lot from the story line, because of the outside cover, but you should not judge anything by what is on the outside. What was inside was definitely far different from what I perceived it to possibly have in it. The plot line was disjointed, but very intriguing, though the messiah image is a bit cliqued, even though it works superbly into this movie. The messiah plot did have some of its own quirks in this movie that are fairly original. The whole mood and tone of the movie was oppressing and brooding, the animation surely made a proper set-up for the end of the world. The characters were excellent, the ones that actually spoke and did not die randomly, especially Fuuma and Kamui. The visuals were remarkable, definitely better than most animation out there. The ending was kind of drawn out with a quick conclusion, and a time of mourning. This is one of the most depressing animes I have seen, even more so than Akira, or the finale of Cowboy Bebop. Well cheer for the Dragon of Heaven, but weep for the Dragon of Earth and watch something funny after this movie, because it really is depressing. One complaint, like recent movies, notably Blood, this movie is too short what is the deal extend the movie so we can see some more character development. Recommended watch for those who aren't afraid of crying and don't mind a couple decapitations here and there.Movie Review: Where did the plot go?
Summary: 4 Stars
Very pretty anime as with most CLAMP works. The story dies in compacting it into 98 minutes. I know the story and like the anime even though they splice and cut to make entire story fit into the time. Personally I thought the Japanese track was much better than the English. Not for the normal reasons I have (bad voice acting being one) but because whoever wrote the script for the English track must have assumed that American audiences would have no clue what was going on. Most of it is such overkill. I tend to think Kanoe gives off the evil creepy vibe but it was explained within the first five minnutes that she was not the one to trust. Come now, if Kamui's mother did tell him such a thing do you really think he'd be that mean to the one he was told he could trust? The whole plot is a bit grim and with how little time there is between battles it can almost be summarized in saying "You're going to die. Face the fact. Your only choice is are you going to make your death a memorable one?" In closing the manga gives more to the story than just fighting and death. I'd recomend reading over watching if Viz could get their act together and regain their publishing rights.Movie Review: Very Depressing Anime - _ -
Summary: 4 Stars
It wasn't what I'd expected, to tell you the truth. It had turned out more depressing than I thought. Maybe I would say they lacked developing the characters, but all the same, if you know about the story and manga, you'd fall in love with the characters - even the bad guys. Unlike the other reviewers, I'd say there WAS a plot(if you know CLAMP very well, you'd understand) The story is sooooo CLAMP-like. Nanase Ohkawa - one of the CLAMP members, who creates the stories and plots, likes putting twists and turns you'd never expect and fate plays a huge part in the stories of CLAMP. But the results are not always pretty. I'd cried my heart out for hours after watching this movie. *_* Don't ask why and yes, I KNOW it's just an anime, but the characters seem so real. Just imagine you are in the characters' shoes. I'm sure you'd feel SOMEthing. :p I'd give it a 4-half stars if not for the character-developing thing. And I don't know why some of the reviewers said the ending song was terrible. It suited the anime perfectly if you ask me. Well, that is if you understand the lyrics. But well, this is just my opinion.Movie Review: A bueatiful film with only a couple of flaws
Summary: 4 Stars
Everything about this movie is great;the animation blends perfectly with the CG effects (unlike some American cartoons),the soundtrack is one of the best I ever heard and acting is top-notch.This movie isn't complete without a couple of flaws however. The depressing and disappointing ending will only make you say "That's it?". This is due to the fact that the manga series is unfinished and still far from completion (the manga is said to be 22 books long and so far only 11 of them has been published as of this writing,with vol.12 coming soon).
Another flaw is that certain points of the storyline aren't explained in the movie,only in the manga,and most of the characters lacks development. You barely get to know a supporting character before they die.
It is still a good film,but I recommend you to read the Manga before watching the film (which is available in English through Viz Communications) in order to have a general understanding of the story.
Movie Review: If you haven't seen the series/read the series..
Summary: 4 Stars
You'll probably like this.
I'm far from an 'anime nerd' but this is one of my favorites, right up there with Perfect Blue, The Professional, 8Man, Wicked City, Fist of the North Star, etc. While nothing can really touch, IMO, the Streamline classics, this is definitely enjoyable.
I have never seen the series or read the manga, so this was fresh for me and the story works just fine. It makes your brain work a little bit, but that's ok and one of the reasons I watch anime flicks from time to time.. most of then usually have a plot that requires some mental interaction on the part of the viewer.
The animation and imagery are well done and extremely cool, the story - as mentioned - definitely holds your interest, the fight scenes are awesome, especially the finale.
For as inexpensive as you can scoop this here on Amazon, it's definitely worth a look, especially if you have no knowledge of the tv series/manga.