Saber Marionette J (Collection 3)

Rating:
Summary: Pretty good--not perfect
Review: First off, I must admit that I really like the Saber Marionette concept, and all three DVD's in this series are top quality and well-produced. That being said, I felt the conclusion to this series was a bit rushed and the dialogue failed to fully explain what was happening. I believe the "big message" of this series is that love can be either obsessive and destructive, or healthy and liberating; if you watch the conclusion of the series with that in mind (and boy, I wish it was better expressed in the show!), I think it's a lot more satisfying. I think the only thing that really bugged me about the conclusion was that Otaru--who learns that he is effectively the innocent pawn of an elaborate scheme concocted by Faust, his own shogun and the mysterious Lorelei--does not react with more shock and rage when his relationship with Lime, Cherry and Bloodberry is threatened. But it's a minor point; if you liked the rest of the series, you'll probably like the conclusion.

Rating:
Summary: Pretty good--not perfect
Review: First off, I must admit that I really like the Saber Marionette concept, and all three DVD's in this series are top quality and well-produced. That being said, I felt the conclusion to this series was a bit rushed and the dialogue failed to fully explain what was happening. I believe the "big message" of this series is that love can be either obsessive and destructive, or healthy and liberating; if you watch the conclusion of the series with that in mind (and boy, I wish it was better expressed in the show!), I think it's a lot more satisfying. I think the only thing that really bugged me about the conclusion was that Otaru--who learns that he is effectively the innocent pawn of an elaborate scheme concocted by Faust, his own shogun and the mysterious Lorelei--does not react with more shock and rage when his relationship with Lime, Cherry and Bloodberry is threatened. But it's a minor point; if you liked the rest of the series, you'll probably like the conclusion.

Rating:
Summary: Fantastic ending
Review: For those of you who have been following this series this far, you had best see the collosal ending. the Mesopatamia is attacking Terra 2, and the true reason for Otaru's Saber dolls is revealed. An awesome ending to a super series, plus Hanagota gets beat up a lot too, what more do you need?!

Rating:
Summary: Fantastic ending
Review: For those of you who have been following this series this far, you had best see the collosal ending. the Mesopatamia is attacking Terra 2, and the true reason for Otaru's Saber dolls is revealed. An awesome ending to a super series, plus Hanagota gets beat up a lot too, what more do you need?!

Rating:
Summary: A Classic. A True Classic.
Review: I just finished watching the entire series of Marionette J and I have to write a review of it. I have watched a great many anime and I have to say going in that I thought this would be like Tenchi but in fact although it certainly shares a similarity it far excells the aforementioned show. In fact it has gone to the top of my chart along with such exalted favorites as Evangelion and classics like Sailor Moon. In case you didn't notice I watch a little of everything. This show really excells in giving you the viewer the feeling that you actually know the characters. In fact the show is nearly as good as Sailor Moon in that respect. In any case the only real problem is that at the ending the show seems to lose a little cohesion, but the story possesses a large scope and struggles to portray it in a few episodes. Well I won't ramble any more, just know I heartilly recommend it to any anime lover.

Rating:
Summary: I can think of nothing to say except I love it!
Review: I just went and bought it and find myself craving more. This from a long time anime adict who usually is a lot more reserved. This is a great anime! I heartilly recommend it to any anime fan!

Rating:
Summary: I love this series
Review: Ok, Let me put it this way... If you liked the Tenchi Muyo series or the Fushigi Yugi series you will LOVE this one!!! It has some of the best elements an anime can have to make you fall in love with it. Cute lovable characters (Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry), lots of humor and drama (which, for all the romantic types that get into this :), will keep you wanting more), and some awesome fighting action to boot. I love how this one really hits on your emotions when it focuses on the relationships between the Marionettes and their masters and how each Marionette is special in their own way. I could easily spoil it, :P but you'll just have to pick up on this awesome series! It's not to be passed up and should belong in any true anime lover's collection!!!

Rating:
Summary: I love this series
Review: Ok, Let me put it this way... If you liked the Tenchi Muyo series or the Fushigi Yugi series you will LOVE this one!!! It has some of the best elements an anime can have to make you fall in love with it. Cute lovable characters (Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry), lots of humor and drama (which, for all the romantic types that get into this :), will keep you wanting more), and some awesome fighting action to boot. I love how this one really hits on your emotions when it focuses on the relationships between the Marionettes and their masters and how each Marionette is special in their own way. I could easily spoil it, :P but you'll just have to pick up on this awesome series! It's not to be passed up and should belong in any true anime lover's collection!!!

Rating:
Summary: A Great Story...sniff....
Review: Saber Marionette J is one of my fav anime titles. In this final part of the story the truth behind the maiden circuits is at last revealed. We learn the truth behind the creation Of Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry as well as the Saber Dolls. We also see Otaru's desperate struggle as he tries preserve everything he knows and loves without giving up what is most dear to him. What drives SMJ is the emotional bond between Otaru and is Marionettes. It's this bond that is put to the test in this final collection as the Marionettes are torn between doing what's needed and obeying Otaru. The final scenes are some of the most emotional scenes in all of anime. I'm not the type of guy that gets all teary eyed, but I admit a tear fell from my eye during these final episodes. SMJ is a beautiful series that proves that it takes more then flesh and blood to make someone human. The story deals with heavy subject matter and really gets to root of what it means to "be alive". If you loved anime titles like Oh My Goddess, Hand Maid May, and Tenchi Muyo you'll love SMJ. A truly beautiful series.

Rating:
Summary: Okay....but...
Review: This Anime is different from other Animes, in that I can't see a plot in it. Or maybe that is why it is like other Animes. The drawing techniques are great, but every thing else seems to be lacking. When compared to Neon Genesis, it has nearly no plot at all. I felt that 3 stars should do it right, because it was interesting to watch, and funny at times, but that is about it.