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Summary: Very charming Romantic Comedy!
Review: I sought this title out for two reasons, one being the fact that I am a big fan of the manga, and two being the fact that "Oh My Goddess" is a pretty popular series. After watching it it is easy to see why. Each episode is incredibly fun to watch, has beautiful artwork, delightful characters, and more.In "Episode 1: Moonlight and Cherry Blossoms",Keichi Morisato lies alone in his desolate, lonely apartment. Starving, Keichi desperatly trys to find some restaurant that is still open so he can get some takeout. But he never knew a simple desire for food could change his life so abruptantly. For Keichi misdials and finds himself with a different delivery, a wish granting goddess named Belldandy. But when Keichi jokes about Belldandy living with him, Belldandy activates his wish and becomes assigned to stay with him forever. In "Episode 2: Midsummer Night's Dream" Belldandy and Keichi have been living together pleasantly for five months now. That day, Keichi checks his mail and finds what he believes to be a pornograhic video, Entitled "Sexy sister #2". He eargerly puts it in his VCR. Low and behold, Urd, Belldandys sister, jumps out of the T.V. set and persuades Keichi to seduce Belldandy during Keichi and Belldandys vacation. Keichi makes attempt after attempt but to no avail; he's not brave enough. And so Urd decides to drug Keichi. But Urds plan goes from clever to disasterous. This Episode is my personal favorite; I love the character Urd. She is generally a pretty attractive person, but she's not at all like Belldandy, Personalitie-wise. When Urd gets interested in something, it literally becomes her passion. Urd is very dedicated to spiceing up Belldandy and Keichi's relationship, which results in some of the funniest moments in the "Oh my Goddess" series. I noticed a little racy behavior due to the arrival of Urd, however, some of which might be found objectionable to the parent, but its overall pretty innocent. The climax to this episode was, in my opinion, quite touching. In "Episode 3: Burning Hearts on the Road" We are introduced to Skuld (I believe it's pronouced like School) who is totally against Keichi and Belldandy being together. Skuld is deeply attached to Belldandy, and wants her to leave Keichi's side and join her in heaven (or wherever Goddess's live). This particular tale has a solid plot and, at times, has delightful tension. In "Episode 4: Evergreen Holy Night", "Oh My Goddess" becomes much more serious. Melodrama haters need not apply. In this episode, troublesome bugs, which Skuld was meant to elimanate, have arrived on earth. Bug mainly cause Pandemonium to an almost dangerous level, and the only way to get rid of them is for all three of our goddess's are to cease interaction with Keichi (gasp). "Episode 5: For the Love of Goddess" This is an incredibly tounching episode. Belldandy Belldandy has been confined to her room whenever Keichi is around due to the destructive nature of their getting too close to each other. Soon she will be forced to leave earth. Keichi is saving up money and working all kinds of jobs so that he can buy Belldandy a going-away present: a ring. This Episode is Triumphant as it is teary-eyed. Ultimatly, "Oh My Goddess" is a charming, above average comedy/romance. Fan's of "Ranma 1/2" or "Tenchi muyo!" with undoubtfully enjoy this anime. Its may not be the most complex, but it should be praised highly for what it is, a very enjoyable anime that remains to be one of sweetest love comedy's to date.
Rating: 
Summary: A Refreshing Feel Good Series Not to Be Missed
Review: This has got to be one of my all time favorite anime series. It is by far the best "feel good" series I have watched in anime to date and very funny. My other favorites include Ruroni Kenshin, Ranma 1/2 and Neon Genesis Evangelon so I do not normally watch this genre of anime.
Oh My Goddess is quite different, there is virtually no violence a refreshing change from all the violence in other animes. The main characters are really nice people. Belldandy would be almost any guys fantasy girlfriend/wife. She reminds me a little of a smarter version of Jeannie in the old TV series "I dream of Jeannie". Keichi although no hunk, is a true nice guy, cute, shy but not really a nerd. The characters are college age so you can imagine there are some scenes with light sexual innuendos.
The only negative in my opinion is the fact that the series is so short only 5 OVA episodes on the 2 discs (Vol 1 and 2) and the movie set 3 years in the future. This makes it difficult to allow time to develop the characters of Belldandys' sisters.
Rating:
Summary: Not To Be Missed
Review: "Oh My Goddess" (or "Ah! My Goddess") is a sweet, 5-part, romantic-comedy anime series based off of the manga of the same title. It technically falls into the "harem" genre (loser guy surrounded by hot babes), but it doesn't follow the standard formula. In this DVD, we have the first three episodes. These three episodes set the table to introduce us to the main characters and major supporting characters. The story is pushed very fast -- too fast in my opinion. So the main characters of Keiichi and Belldandy suffer from a lack of development. Supporting characters of Skuld and Urd have more development with less screen time. However, the sweetness and wholesomeness of the romance between Keiichi and Belldandy covers a lot of ground. The DVD is done by AnimEigo and they did an outstanding job. The Enlish dub is very well done. Liberties are taken with the English version of the script, but I actually found that this was not offensive to me. And things like the title "sempai" are actually used in the English version! The English subtitles are nearly dead-on in being a literal translation of the original Japanese. This is very appreciated, especially to one learning Japanese! Another welcome extra on the DVD is the English cast and director having audio commentary. They do give out some interesting information about certain things (like why they didn't do a literal English dub translation in spots). They crack a lot of jokes which are quite funny as they watch the episodes. Bottom line: Anime fans of "Love Hina" or "Hand Maid May" should get this DVD! Purist will appreciate the job done on the English subtitles.
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Summary: A wonderful anime
Review: I've seen a lot of great anime, but this one will always be my favorite. The story has all the aspects of a really good romantic comedy: it can make you laugh and I think that it is the only anime thus far that has made me cry. This tied in with the wonderfully developed characters, amazing seiyuu, and great animation makes this anime all the more endearing. It's a must see for anyone who truly loves the genre. The one thing wrong with the DVD realse of this anime is the fact that it is two volumes. All five OVAs would easily have fit onto one DVD, and ($) for two and a half hours of anime and mediocre extras seems a trifle expensive. But because the anime is so good, I would say it is definitely worth it (and it costs far less than the 5-volume VHS version).
Rating:
Summary: Good family anime
Review: This is a series I don't mind watching with my daughter. It has good animation and a storyline that doesn't drag. :) If you like this, also see:
Ah! My Goddess: the movie (even better)
Tenchi Universe & movies Next steps:
Tenchi Muyo! OVA series
Blue Seed
Rating:
Summary: My favorite anime show
Review: After viewing the theatrical version, I started a search for any Ah! My Goddess anime. When I located the two DVDs with the 5 OVA episodes, I had to get them, and the purchase was worth it!
The animation isn't the same quality as the movie, but the story is wonderful. The meeting of Keiichi and Belldandy is great, especially after his "senpai" return home. From the beginning, you can see the strength of the bond between the central characters.
We are introduced to Urd in the second episode, and she displays her idea of romance. Her meddling results in trouble for the "happy" couple and lands her on earth semi-permanently.
The third episode bring Skuld into the picture, as she attempts to bring Belldandy to her senses. Afterall, a goddes shouldn't be MADE to wait on a mere human boy!
If you haven't seen this series yet, definitely get it. The story is adorable and fun. It's short and sweet.
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