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That's the distant future compared to the ones I mentioned
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Then, as if that was not enough, they decide to get rid of me via sweepstakes as well
GameBanshee sells Xandax to make ends meet
Then, as if that was not enough, they decide to get rid of me via sweepstakes as well
Ok, boys and Girls. I'm back with more anime!
I've recently had the extreme pleasure to view Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence, and the only word I can think of to adequitely describe the sequel to one of the greatest anime's ever, is wow. So, without further adieu,
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
As many anime enthusists know, Ghost in the Shell is reknowned as one of the greatest anime films to ever grace the market (along with classics such as Akira and Vampire Hunter D). the story itself is set in the future, iin a time when people have become more machine than human, right down to having the use of cyber brains and cyborg bodies. Technology is available to the common person, with almost every body having at least the bare minimum of cybernetic enhancments. With this evolution of the human body, the question becomes asked that does the soul, or ghost, evole as well? Does the machine retain the ghost of the human, or is something new created, or perhaps even lost? How human is a human, if they are more machine? In a very existential experiance, the original Ghost in the Shell created a spin on such concepts, eventually conveying the idea that the ghost is eternal, that no matter how much of a machine you become, your soul remains yours.
Innocence picks up where the original left off. The Major and Puppet Master have merged and gone into the net, leaving Section 9's field commander as Batou, now partnered with Togusa. The scene is set with a homicidal gynoid (personal robot, with no ghost) having committed multiple murders, and then self destructing, leaving Batou and Togusa on the case to determine how it is that these machines have gone against the golden law of robots, set down by Asimov.
The animation of Innocence transcends fluid, with almost seamless integration of both CGI and drawn animation. It bypasses the usual, and often, fake appearance that CG has within mixed-animatedworks, with the animated characters complimenting the CG'ed backdrop.
The music, as with the first one, remains an amazing component. Again recreating a sureal environment for the viewed to become emerged, and at times, feel frightened in. There were numerous times that the music did more for the atmosphere of the movie than the images being shown, and at times, both worked together in a manner that simply sent a shiver done my spine.
The story progresses smoothly, with little being left unexplained. Aspects that don't become wrapped up in the end seem strangely appropriate, not in the sense that it could spawn another sequel, but in the manner that leaves the viewer questioning their own existence. To help create this existential feel, the film draws upon many great philosophical thinkers throughout history, quoting them distinctly. From Budha, to Plato, to Confuscious, all are used to create the feel and questioning nature of the film.
Be warned, though. Those who weren't fans of the first one may be quickly put off by the second for the same reasons, but fans of the first one will find Innocence to be more of what made the original great. Those looking for an anime that makes you think, as well as an anime to enjoy will find exactly what they need in Innocence, and if it leaves you questioning the very existence of your own 'ghost', then you can say you thoroughly enjoyed the film.
This is definatly one of the greatest pieces I've had the benefit to watch. Perhaps it's enough to replace Bebop as my favorite anime... Perhaps...
Until next time, keep enjoying your anime.
I've recently had the extreme pleasure to view Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence, and the only word I can think of to adequitely describe the sequel to one of the greatest anime's ever, is wow. So, without further adieu,
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
As many anime enthusists know, Ghost in the Shell is reknowned as one of the greatest anime films to ever grace the market (along with classics such as Akira and Vampire Hunter D). the story itself is set in the future, iin a time when people have become more machine than human, right down to having the use of cyber brains and cyborg bodies. Technology is available to the common person, with almost every body having at least the bare minimum of cybernetic enhancments. With this evolution of the human body, the question becomes asked that does the soul, or ghost, evole as well? Does the machine retain the ghost of the human, or is something new created, or perhaps even lost? How human is a human, if they are more machine? In a very existential experiance, the original Ghost in the Shell created a spin on such concepts, eventually conveying the idea that the ghost is eternal, that no matter how much of a machine you become, your soul remains yours.
Innocence picks up where the original left off. The Major and Puppet Master have merged and gone into the net, leaving Section 9's field commander as Batou, now partnered with Togusa. The scene is set with a homicidal gynoid (personal robot, with no ghost) having committed multiple murders, and then self destructing, leaving Batou and Togusa on the case to determine how it is that these machines have gone against the golden law of robots, set down by Asimov.
The animation of Innocence transcends fluid, with almost seamless integration of both CGI and drawn animation. It bypasses the usual, and often, fake appearance that CG has within mixed-animatedworks, with the animated characters complimenting the CG'ed backdrop.
The music, as with the first one, remains an amazing component. Again recreating a sureal environment for the viewed to become emerged, and at times, feel frightened in. There were numerous times that the music did more for the atmosphere of the movie than the images being shown, and at times, both worked together in a manner that simply sent a shiver done my spine.
The story progresses smoothly, with little being left unexplained. Aspects that don't become wrapped up in the end seem strangely appropriate, not in the sense that it could spawn another sequel, but in the manner that leaves the viewer questioning their own existence. To help create this existential feel, the film draws upon many great philosophical thinkers throughout history, quoting them distinctly. From Budha, to Plato, to Confuscious, all are used to create the feel and questioning nature of the film.
Be warned, though. Those who weren't fans of the first one may be quickly put off by the second for the same reasons, but fans of the first one will find Innocence to be more of what made the original great. Those looking for an anime that makes you think, as well as an anime to enjoy will find exactly what they need in Innocence, and if it leaves you questioning the very existence of your own 'ghost', then you can say you thoroughly enjoyed the film.
This is definatly one of the greatest pieces I've had the benefit to watch. Perhaps it's enough to replace Bebop as my favorite anime... Perhaps...
Until next time, keep enjoying your anime.
Well, the last installment (more than likely) for the year:
Gankutsuou
Translated into 'Ruler of the Cavern', this title is also known as, in English, the Count of Monte Cristo, based off the work classic work by Dumas, and which is more aptly named. This is the latest creation of Maeda Mihiro, who, if any of you are familar with his work, did Blue Submarine No.6, as well as work for the Animatrix, with the producers, Gonzo, being responsible for the remake of Samurai 7, and Lastexile.
The flow of this anime stays as close as possible to that of the actual story of the Count of Monte Cristo, but with some different spins on the whole thing. Instead of basing it in the historical Parisian setting, as with the original work, the people at Gonzo have turned the classic into a Space Opera. Civilization has spread throughout the Galaxy, and by the looks of things, the french won. While discussing the story in depth would give too much aware (for both those who have read the book, and those who haven't), the 12 episode arc seems a fitting time frame for establishing, and maintaining a solid plot throughout. Even with subtle changes made from the original tale, to Gonzo's interpretation, the flow is never disrupted, and it all moves together.
The most catching aspect of this title lies in the animation. At first, the lack of textures seemed to put me off, wary of the whole series. I tend to enjoy the anime much more, if I enjoy the animation. Upon watching a couple episodes, though, I quickly found a liking for the style of animation used. The animators have replaced the use of textures, with CG panelling, that works to create a very surreal visual experiance, and once accustomed to it, plays to the strengths of the product on whole. This texture-panelling is used to represent clothing and the characters hairs, as well as filler personna's for background material. Once accustomed to it, I found that it helped place focus on the main characters (Albert Morcerf and the Count of Monte Cristo), rather than on the less important figures in the smae shot. The style, though, can sometimes cause some headache, especially in character rich scenes, where there is a lot of CG panelling in one shot, but these instances are few and far between.
The settings of this anime are truly something else, as well. Never have I seen such a decadent amount of detail put into the backdrops of a title. Everything from the richly decorater mansions, to appearance of the finest posessions of the characters. Everything has been given what appears to be the finest attention to detail. This, in turn, leads to strengthing the feel of the European Parisian Aristocrat.
With the embellished style of animation, comes an inspiring operatic score. The entire anime flows with the music in the background, again playing up the grandiose nature of the aristocrat. After watching a couple episodes, it has the effect of drawing the viewer into the series, feeling right at home.
The biggest drawback to this series is that some might not care much for the style of animation. As I said, I was a little skeptical of it at first, myself, but I quickly found to enjoy it immencely. It was a beautiful change from the ordinary style I was used to, and offers some distinctive variety to the genre that is anime.
This title is definatly one of the fore-runners for my personal favorite of the year, if not the industry's pick. Definatly something to check out, if you get the oppertunity.
Gankutsuou
Translated into 'Ruler of the Cavern', this title is also known as, in English, the Count of Monte Cristo, based off the work classic work by Dumas, and which is more aptly named. This is the latest creation of Maeda Mihiro, who, if any of you are familar with his work, did Blue Submarine No.6, as well as work for the Animatrix, with the producers, Gonzo, being responsible for the remake of Samurai 7, and Lastexile.
The flow of this anime stays as close as possible to that of the actual story of the Count of Monte Cristo, but with some different spins on the whole thing. Instead of basing it in the historical Parisian setting, as with the original work, the people at Gonzo have turned the classic into a Space Opera. Civilization has spread throughout the Galaxy, and by the looks of things, the french won. While discussing the story in depth would give too much aware (for both those who have read the book, and those who haven't), the 12 episode arc seems a fitting time frame for establishing, and maintaining a solid plot throughout. Even with subtle changes made from the original tale, to Gonzo's interpretation, the flow is never disrupted, and it all moves together.
The most catching aspect of this title lies in the animation. At first, the lack of textures seemed to put me off, wary of the whole series. I tend to enjoy the anime much more, if I enjoy the animation. Upon watching a couple episodes, though, I quickly found a liking for the style of animation used. The animators have replaced the use of textures, with CG panelling, that works to create a very surreal visual experiance, and once accustomed to it, plays to the strengths of the product on whole. This texture-panelling is used to represent clothing and the characters hairs, as well as filler personna's for background material. Once accustomed to it, I found that it helped place focus on the main characters (Albert Morcerf and the Count of Monte Cristo), rather than on the less important figures in the smae shot. The style, though, can sometimes cause some headache, especially in character rich scenes, where there is a lot of CG panelling in one shot, but these instances are few and far between.
The settings of this anime are truly something else, as well. Never have I seen such a decadent amount of detail put into the backdrops of a title. Everything from the richly decorater mansions, to appearance of the finest posessions of the characters. Everything has been given what appears to be the finest attention to detail. This, in turn, leads to strengthing the feel of the European Parisian Aristocrat.
With the embellished style of animation, comes an inspiring operatic score. The entire anime flows with the music in the background, again playing up the grandiose nature of the aristocrat. After watching a couple episodes, it has the effect of drawing the viewer into the series, feeling right at home.
The biggest drawback to this series is that some might not care much for the style of animation. As I said, I was a little skeptical of it at first, myself, but I quickly found to enjoy it immencely. It was a beautiful change from the ordinary style I was used to, and offers some distinctive variety to the genre that is anime.
This title is definatly one of the fore-runners for my personal favorite of the year, if not the industry's pick. Definatly something to check out, if you get the oppertunity.
[QUOTE=Tamerlane]Has any one heard or seen Steam Boy, apparently its the most expensive anime film ever made and its by Otomo?, the director of Akira. Its been in the making for over 10 years and is currently showing at an art theatre down here so I don't know how recent it is. I'd love to see it sometime soon...[/QUOTE]
I'll see what I can pull up on it.
I'll see what I can pull up on it.
Well....
I guess I'm not so suprised to find this thread.
(EDIT: I c Naruto & One Piece made it, as did GTO XD)
Wait Naruto didn't make it here?
I dont think these are mentioned...
They're making a 2nd EVA
There's:
Bleach
Samurai Champloo
Elfen Lied
Serial Experiments Lain
Older ones:
Spriggen
Ninja Scroll
Macross Series
Trigun
Hunter x Hunter
No one mentioned Lupin the Third?
I guess I'm not so suprised to find this thread.
(EDIT: I c Naruto & One Piece made it, as did GTO XD)
Wait Naruto didn't make it here?
I dont think these are mentioned...
They're making a 2nd EVA
There's:
Bleach
Samurai Champloo
Elfen Lied
Serial Experiments Lain
Older ones:
Spriggen
Ninja Scroll
Macross Series
Trigun
Hunter x Hunter
No one mentioned Lupin the Third?
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I think Lain and Trigun are mention, aren't they? I know I've pretty much taken over for Kid, so I'm not 100% sure on what he included.
As for the other ones, if you want the longer reviews of them, it comes down to the one putting in the effort (Me, for the most part) to watch them all, and write them up. If it hasn't been mentioned in any great detail, it's because I've not gotten around to watching them in their entirety.
I try my best to update whenever I have time to check out something new. And seeing I'm currently working on Count of Monte Cristo, it'll be a week or so before I start on something new.
EDIT:
And I'm almost positive Ninja Scroll has been mentioned...
As for the other ones, if you want the longer reviews of them, it comes down to the one putting in the effort (Me, for the most part) to watch them all, and write them up. If it hasn't been mentioned in any great detail, it's because I've not gotten around to watching them in their entirety.
I try my best to update whenever I have time to check out something new. And seeing I'm currently working on Count of Monte Cristo, it'll be a week or so before I start on something new.
EDIT:
And I'm almost positive Ninja Scroll has been mentioned...
Okay, STEAM BOY (Man, I'm good )
Well, Tam, it's quite recent. Made in 2004. Not much I could find (in English, anyway) on it's development, but it's being published by Sunrise, which has a record of quality anime (I'll pull up some titles later, if anyone wants them), most notably being cowboy Bebop. I was also able to find a brief description for you:
)Well, Tam, it's quite recent. Made in 2004. Not much I could find (in English, anyway) on it's development, but it's being published by Sunrise, which has a record of quality anime (I'll pull up some titles later, if anyone wants them), most notably being cowboy Bebop. I was also able to find a brief description for you:
Anyway, the director is Ootomo Katsuhiro, and the script is by Murai Sadayuki. Most of the voice talent, though, does not appear familar to me (nor does the script writer, for that matter). When I get the chance, I'll check it out, and throw down my own little review of it.In the middle of the 19th century, in England, the world’s first expo was about to be held. Ray was waiting for his father, Eddy, and the grandfather, Lloyd. They were inventors and had been in the United States for their study, and Ray also liked to invent. One day, Ray received a mysterious metal ball sent from his grandfather. Then, men came to him, and said that they were the massagers from O’hara Foundation that had invited his father and grandfather. They tried to rob him of the ball, but he ran away with the ball riding his monocycle invented by him. However, they ran after by the steam geared car, and Ray was finally caught by them. He was confined in a pavilion of the expo. There, he met Eddy, who was supposed to be in the US, and knew the secret of the ball. It was a surprising inventory, “Steam Ball”. “Steam Ball” was the ball that confined the hyper pressure steam inside, and it had a possibility to turn a new page of the history. The foundation tried to sell the ball as a weapon.
“Grandfather didn’t invent the steam ball for war”
The fight between Ray and the foundation was getting so big that English military joined the fight. During the fight, another secret hidden in the steam ball came to a light. Science is a hope of the human being, or forbidden wisdom? Ray believed the true power of science, and he flew into the air as “Steamboy”.
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Does Howl's Moving Castle qualify as an Anime?
The evil nature of GameBanshee revealed below!
GameBanshee sells Xandax to make ends meet
Then, as if that was not enough, they decide to get rid of me via sweepstakes as well
GameBanshee sells Xandax to make ends meet
Then, as if that was not enough, they decide to get rid of me via sweepstakes as well
[QUOTE=Rookierookie]Does Howl's Moving Castle qualify as an Anime?[/QUOTE]
Howl's Moving Castle. Wow, talk about new works . This one isn't even available in English yet, and I doubt the subbing community has even got their hands on this one. This is, in fact, Miyazaki's latest work, written and directed by him, released on November 20th 2004. I'll see what more I can bring up on the title.
Anyway, yes, it is anime
Howl's Moving Castle. Wow, talk about new works
. This one isn't even available in English yet, and I doubt the subbing community has even got their hands on this one. This is, in fact, Miyazaki's latest work, written and directed by him, released on November 20th 2004. I'll see what more I can bring up on the title.Anyway, yes, it is anime
just because its not out in English means nothing...
Nausicaa isnt out in English and its fairly old...
Anyways the subbing community already has their hands on this one. Its out there.
Here's a snyopse
http://www.nausicaa.net/miyazaki/howl/howl_outline.txt
Nausicaa isnt out in English and its fairly old...
Anyways the subbing community already has their hands on this one. Its out there.
Here's a snyopse
http://www.nausicaa.net/miyazaki/howl/howl_outline.txt
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[QUOTE=Ekental]just because its not out in English means nothing...
Nausicaa isnt out in English and its fairly old...
Anyways the subbing community already has their hands on this one. Its out there.
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I know just because it's not out in English, doesn't mean it should be ignored. But there are people who do not have access to subbed material, or may prefer dubbed over subbed, hence why I mentioned it. In addition, a lot of Miyazaki's works are released in North American theatres, as well, and in English.
As for the subbing community having it, you obviously know about a community I don't, because I've searched for the availability of this title to watch it, and every sub group I know (which is quite extensive) says that they are either not handling the project, or that it is still in progress. So, if you know a group handling it, by all means, pass the wealth on.
Nausicaa isnt out in English and its fairly old...
Anyways the subbing community already has their hands on this one. Its out there.
[/QUOTE]
I know just because it's not out in English, doesn't mean it should be ignored. But there are people who do not have access to subbed material, or may prefer dubbed over subbed, hence why I mentioned it. In addition, a lot of Miyazaki's works are released in North American theatres, as well, and in English.
As for the subbing community having it, you obviously know about a community I don't, because I've searched for the availability of this title to watch it, and every sub group I know (which is quite extensive) says that they are either not handling the project, or that it is still in progress. So, if you know a group handling it, by all means, pass the wealth on.
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Personally, I couldn't care less about it not being in a language I understand. I'm perfectly cool with subtitles, although I have seen some really horrendous subtitles for some of Miyazaki's films in Hong Kong...
The evil nature of GameBanshee revealed below!
GameBanshee sells Xandax to make ends meet
Then, as if that was not enough, they decide to get rid of me via sweepstakes as well
GameBanshee sells Xandax to make ends meet
Then, as if that was not enough, they decide to get rid of me via sweepstakes as well
[QUOTE=Rookierookie]Personally, I couldn't care less about it not being in a language I understand. I'm perfectly cool with subtitles, although I have seen some really horrendous subtitles for some of Miyazaki's films in Hong Kong...[/QUOTE]
Very true. I once came upon an incredably horrible subbing of Cowboy Bebop... I cried.
For the die hards, subbing is what it's all about. There are, however (many of them self-titled anime fans who are only familar with DBZ, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh) who prefer the english dubs over the subs. Not something I can understand, as there is quite literally eight voice actors for anime in NA, but hey, all the power to them.
Very true. I once came upon an incredably horrible subbing of Cowboy Bebop... I cried.
For the die hards, subbing is what it's all about. There are, however (many of them self-titled anime fans who are only familar with DBZ, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh) who prefer the english dubs over the subs. Not something I can understand, as there is quite literally eight voice actors for anime in NA, but hey, all the power to them.
[QUOTE=Aegis]Very true. I once came upon an incredably horrible subbing of Cowboy Bebop... I cried.
For the die hards, subbing is what it's all about. [/QUOTE]
I wouldn't say its about being a die hard.. more of the fact that many dubs sound awful in English (Or dont make sense... or both).
I'll see about the info for Moving Castle. I think ZX or AL has it...
For the die hards, subbing is what it's all about. [/QUOTE]
I wouldn't say its about being a die hard.. more of the fact that many dubs sound awful in English (Or dont make sense... or both).
I'll see about the info for Moving Castle. I think ZX or AL has it...
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so were still talking about first and fav anime? well i got into it with the original Mega Man. what 15, 16 years ago? it was great. that really got me started into robotics in general. then was Macross, Gundam, i still dont believe that they made a live action gundam movie .(wasnt the greatest)
Dual, that show made me laugh so hard at times.
and you can never go wrong with trigun.
Sprigan(sp?) for some reason the japanesse (not all of them) are still pissed at us americans. two of the bad guys in that movie are named fat man and little boy.
Berserk short episodes but it makes up for it.
.(wasnt the greatest)Dual, that show made me laugh so hard at times.
and you can never go wrong with trigun.
Sprigan(sp?) for some reason the japanesse (not all of them) are still pissed at us americans. two of the bad guys in that movie are named fat man and little boy.
Berserk short episodes but it makes up for it.
Zombies are not real! The Government is still doin Human trails!
Have you ever wondered why, in a dream you can touch a falling sky? Or fly to the heavens that watch over you. - Godsmack
Have you ever wondered why, in a dream you can touch a falling sky? Or fly to the heavens that watch over you. - Godsmack
@Demortis: Thats spriggen...
Gundam seed wasnt bad
X
Inu yasha ( bleh)
Full Metal Panic
Full Metal Alchemist
Samurai Deeper Kyo
Initial D (XD)
EDIT: Record of Lodus Wars
(If you like crossdressing)
I me strawberry eggs >_<
EDIT: Oh yeah... what about Tenchi Muyo (and series)
Gundam seed wasnt bad
X
Inu yasha ( bleh)
Full Metal Panic
Full Metal Alchemist
Samurai Deeper Kyo
Initial D (XD)
EDIT: Record of Lodus Wars
(If you like crossdressing)
I me strawberry eggs >_<
EDIT: Oh yeah... what about Tenchi Muyo (and series)
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Full Metal Alchemist isnt bad from what I had seen
Inuyasha one word and pronounced as one word, is funnier then hell at times.
Samurai X is good and so is Ruroni Kenshin (sp?)
i havent seen much of Gundam Seed to pass judgment on
Inuyasha one word and pronounced as one word, is funnier then hell at times.
Samurai X is good and so is Ruroni Kenshin (sp?)
i havent seen much of Gundam Seed to pass judgment on
Zombies are not real! The Government is still doin Human trails!
Have you ever wondered why, in a dream you can touch a falling sky? Or fly to the heavens that watch over you. - Godsmack
Have you ever wondered why, in a dream you can touch a falling sky? Or fly to the heavens that watch over you. - Godsmack
[QUOTE=Ekental]I wouldn't say its about being a die hard.. more of the fact that many dubs sound awful in English (Or dont make sense... or both).
I'll see about the info for Moving Castle. I think ZX or AL has it...[/QUOTE]
Well, it's because the dub job is often so horrible, that the die hard fans will prefer to watch only the subs.
moving Castle is easy enough to find info. Though, question, neither or those sub groups tags look familar. Care to actually give their name?
Also, I'm just going to at Full Metal Alchemist. What bugs me about this series (which I fully enjoy), is that it went completely under the radar for so long, until all of a sudden being noticed by a couple band wagan anime junkies, and all of a sudden it balloned into this massive phenominom. While it is a great series (done by Sunrise, and the same staff who did Bebop), a lot of it's success is band wagan success...
I'll see about the info for Moving Castle. I think ZX or AL has it...[/QUOTE]
Well, it's because the dub job is often so horrible, that the die hard fans will prefer to watch only the subs.
moving Castle is easy enough to find info. Though, question, neither or those sub groups tags look familar. Care to actually give their name?
Also, I'm just going to
at Full Metal Alchemist. What bugs me about this series (which I fully enjoy), is that it went completely under the radar for so long, until all of a sudden being noticed by a couple band wagan anime junkies, and all of a sudden it balloned into this massive phenominom. While it is a great series (done by Sunrise, and the same staff who did Bebop), a lot of it's success is band wagan success...