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Summary: "Battle Of The Planets" grows up
Review: One of the first anime creations to hit it big in the U.S., "Gatchaman" (alias "Battle of the Planets") set off a whole new wave of sci-fi cartoons in the late 1970's. It was heavily edited to remove the violence, gore, and death that were thought to be unsuitable for American children at the time, but even that failed to dim its appeal. In 1994 Tatsunoko Studios decided to give its classic creation a 90's flair with updated characters and new-style animation. The result is the "Gatchaman" trilogy. Mark, Jason, Princess et al. have reclaimed their original names (Ken, Joe, Jun, etc.) and gotten a whole new look in the process. Even the Phoenix has been updated! The look is spectacular, if rather sharp-edged, and the animation is seamless. But if you're expecting the innocence of the early "Gatchaman/BOTP", you're going to be disappointed; this version is definitely aimed at adults and older teens. The violence is back in full force, there's blood, gore, and destruction aplenty, and Joe and Jun both have brief nude scenes (no, not together). Of course, not everything has changed; the classic themes of courage and sacrifice still prevail, even if the ending is somewhat ambiguous (are they dead or hallucinating?). This is a splendid update of an anime classic, and a worthy addition to any anime collection
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Summary: "Battle Of The Planets" grows up
Review: One of the first anime creations to hit it big in the U.S., "Gatchaman" (alias "Battle of the Planets") set off a whole new wave of sci-fi cartoons in the late 1970's. It was heavily edited to remove the violence, gore, and death that were thought to be unsuitable for American children at the time, but even that failed to dim its appeal. In 1994 Tatsunoko Studios decided to give its classic creation a 90's flair with updated characters and new-style animation. The result is the "Gatchaman" trilogy. Mark, Jason, Princess et al. have reclaimed their original names (Ken, Joe, Jun, etc.) and gotten a whole new look in the process. Even the Phoenix has been updated! The look is spectacular, if rather sharp-edged, and the animation is seamless. But if you're expecting the innocence of the early "Gatchaman/BOTP", you're going to be disappointed; this version is definitely aimed at adults and older teens. The violence is back in full force, there's blood, gore, and destruction aplenty, and Joe and Jun both have brief nude scenes (no, not together). Of course, not everything has changed; the classic themes of courage and sacrifice still prevail, even if the ending is somewhat ambiguous (are they dead or hallucinating?). This is a splendid update of an anime classic, and a worthy addition to any anime collection
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Summary: A very slick revamping of the original series
Review: This is not an updated version of "G-Force" but a modernization of Gatchaman, the original anime version of the series. It is a great DVD.
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Summary: A very slick revamping of the original series
Review: This is not an updated version of "G-Force" but a modernization of Gatchaman, the original anime version of the series. It is a great DVD.
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Review: this is one of my all time favorite anime series..EVER!
i watched gatchaman since it's conception back in the day..even the horridly butchered abomination that was BATTLE OF THE PLANETS. Gatchaman(94) kicks ASS by condensing some of the plotlines from the old series and revamping it with new animation,cool character designs, vehicles and a new score to accompany the original soundtrack. the theme song "let's fly"(LYRICS BY EARTH WIND AND FIRE'S MAURICE WHITE) adds a touch of soul to the 3 parter.
a mix of the old and new. although the dub version is decent, at best..purists such as me would rather watch it subbed. the last 50 seconds of the OVA were sentimental and along with a mini video playing a more techno version of gatchaman pays a great homage to a great series thanks tatsunoko/urban vision.i give it 4 out of 5 stars because
i wouldv'e loved to have seen more..it was short but fun while it lasted.
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Review: this is one of my all time favorite anime series..EVER!
i watched gatchaman since it's conception back in the day..even the horridly butchered abomination that was BATTLE OF THE PLANETS. Gatchaman(94) kicks ASS by condensing some of the plotlines from the old series and revamping it with new animation,cool character designs, vehicles and a new score to accompany the original soundtrack. the theme song "let's fly"(LYRICS BY EARTH WIND AND FIRE'S MAURICE WHITE) adds a touch of soul to the 3 parter.
a mix of the old and new. although the dub version is decent, at best..purists such as me would rather watch it subbed. the last 50 seconds of the OVA were sentimental and along with a mini video playing a more techno version of gatchaman pays a great homage to a great series thanks tatsunoko/urban vision.i give it 4 out of 5 stars because
i wouldv'e loved to have seen more..it was short but fun while it lasted.
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Summary: Excting update
Review: This was a Nice update of the Gatchaman characters. Great action,and a dark, intriguing storyline give punch to the episodes. Thankfully, it was missing "7-Zark-7" and 1-Rover-1, two characters in the Americanized "Battle of the Planets." However, I hated the music featured over the menu and wished there was a way to delete it. I bought this a few months before buying the Rhino releases of "Gatchaman"/"Battle of the Planets" and I must say the original '70's Japanese series is still superior.
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Summary: I thought it was good THEN
Review: When I first noticed that G-Force was "revamped" I must say I was disapointed. But once you give a shot you will realize it has all the cool elements of the 70's hit, though I saw it as a kid in the 80's. The first thing you'll notice is the characters and costumes are a little different as well as the ship. As for a previous review there is ONE instance where they use an original music track. And you'll know it right off the bat! But I do agree the original music score is the difference, it'll take you back to when cocoa puffs in front of the TV were the standard. But I figure they want to appeal to newer audiences also. Overall great DVD, I wish they would continue this line if only to see how much farther they can take it!
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Summary: I thought it was good THEN
Review: When I first noticed that G-Force was "revamped" I must say I was disapointed. But once you give a shot you will realize it has all the cool elements of the 70's hit, though I saw it as a kid in the 80's. The first thing you'll notice is the characters and costumes are a little different as well as the ship. As for a previous review there is ONE instance where they use an original music track. And you'll know it right off the bat! But I do agree the original music score is the difference, it'll take you back to when cocoa puffs in front of the TV were the standard. But I figure they want to appeal to newer audiences also. Overall great DVD, I wish they would continue this line if only to see how much farther they can take it!
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