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Summary: Great movie.
Review: I've been a hardcore anime fan for a long time now and have seen almost anything you can name and I must say that this has to be the best I've ever seen. Hayao Miyazaki is a great director and this is a masterpiece. One thing that makes this movie so good is that you almost forget its animation when you are watching it. A great movie for long time anime fans down to those who have yet to experience Japanese animation. BUY THIS DVD, you won't regret it. :)
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Summary: If I had to recommend only one anime movie...
Review: First off I would like to address an issue many people have with Japanese Animation. Much of it is trashy, silly, sexually overt rubbish targeting sexually deprived teenage males. I can see why many people steer clear from anything classified as anime. I urge any potential view with these concerns to open your mind and watch this film.If I could only recommend one Japanese animated film this would definately be it. Hayao Miyazaki is often referred to as the Japanese Walt Disney. If you see his other films (which are all excellent) you can see why, however this film does not fit that role. Princess Mononoke despite it's fairy-tale-like sounding name is definately not targeting a younger audience. This movie is for adults. While some of the scenes may be a little to strong for children, that's not to say there is anything lewd or obcene in the film, but the story is a drama written for the adult mindset. I was fortunate enough to see this film in the theatres where I was left amazed and speechless as the credits rolled up. This movie is simply fantastic. If you are speculative, I urge you to rent a copy at your nearest video store and watch it with your full attention. Then come back here to write your own review as you place your order for your own copy.
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Summary: If your not an anime fan, you will be after this
Review: Princess Mononoke, the beautiful wolf girl. The humans are destroying the forest which contains the essence of life, the forest spirit. many people say that anime has no characterization or storyline, well this film proves them all wrong. THIS IS A MUST SEE FOR ANYONE WHO ENJOYS FINE FILM.
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Summary: Princess Mononoke
Review: This movie sucks. I have a 11 year old daughter and 7 year old son, and the level of violence in this "cartoon" was simply unacceptable. The story was an obscure "myth" of what happens without environmentalism- the makers of this film ought leave their social commentary in Japan. Like violence will help trees grow-don't buy or even rent this movie.
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Summary: Maybe a turning point for Anime as mainstream movies?
Review: A lot has been written about Princess Mononoke, here, in the press and in other sources all over the world. Pretty much all of it (after the DVD release) has been positive, so I won't waste much time on that aspect in this review. All I can say is that it's an amazing movie, and from such a simple, yet intriguing concept. This, as said in other reviews is not Ghost or Akira, but then it's not trying to be, and doesn't need to be in that genre to succeed. This is a film which at first seems to follow a standard format, good versus bad, but on closer inspection, and through repeated viewing, the characters seem neither good nor bad, but all viewing the world through their own eyes and so justifying their actions according to their own situations and understandings. All trying to prosper and make the best for themselves with their limited view of the world. Truly it is only Ashitaka who can see the whole picture and attempts to unite the factions under this, to truly bring together the civilised world and the forest like in the past. This is the work of Hayao Miyazaki the same artist who gave us Nausicaa, and the quality and depth of the story shows. In fact anyone who is familiar with Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind, will be familiar with this quality of work, and the flow and depth of the story is similar, both in ideas and content. In both stories a lone warrior struggles to better the world for all people. This is not a post-apocalyptic tale, or the story of a civilisation nearing collapse, it's the story of two worlds trying to be reunited through the efforts of the few. This is both an excellent movie and a very good DVD with some worthwhile extras. If you're new to Anime, or if you don't buy another animated titles this year, then please make sure you buy this one. If you think that maybe this is not your thing as it is animated, try to move past that and appreciate the film for what it is. It is not a childs cartoon, it is simply that the Japanese choose to animate most of their features, as in this format the film can become more expressive than in live action pictures. This is truly a standout Movie and may yet become a modern masterpiece, experience it for yourself.
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Summary: One of the best anime ever
Review: I just starting about a year ago to go into other anime other than DragonBall Z. I've seen DragonBall, DragonBall Z, DragonBall GT, and some of the new DragonBall episodes just coming out in Japan. I've also seen Blue Sub 6, Gundam 0080, Gundam Wing, Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz, Tenchi Muyo, Tenchi Universe, Tenchi in Tokyo, (some Sailor Moon to kill time), and Outlaw Star, and am now searching for new anime to watch. This was my first pick that I found to rent. This is one of the best anime I have ever seen. Of course, I'd rather watch it in Japanese with English subtitles than English dubbed. I would recommend this to all beginner and moderate anime fans out there. I can't speak for true anime fans since I have not gone as far with it as others have. In short, this is a must have.
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Summary: Great animation, but...
Review: Without a doubt, Mononoke is one of the best anime movies ever made, great art and an amazing world. The only thing that I did not like, is the fact that for my taste, the movie is too "light", there are a few real action scenes (with blood and arms rolling down the hill), but there are some key scenes, where the-bad-guy-most-be-killed, and instead, the "good-guys" just try to make them change their mind, or worst, just don't do anything. At the end, this turned out to be a disappointment. If you can handle this (I did ), just go, buy the movie and enjoy the ride. For animation, a gave the movie 5 stars, for the plot, I gave it 3.
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Summary: Solid Story-Telling, Adventure, and Action
Review: "Princess Mononoke" was recommended by a friend at college, a fellow Anime fan. From the get-go, this had all the marks of a high-quality, entertaining movie. The animation quality is among the best I have seen, the sound is excellent, and the voice acting is top-notch (being a die-hard, I watched it in Japanese w/ subs). There are a lot of themes in this movie taken directly from Japanese mythology and tradition, and I knew going in that I had to watch with an open mind. Throughout the movie, there are strong natural conservation and "girl power" themes, but they're incorporated into the plot nicely and don't take away from the story. I know in some movies, such themes can be overpowering and obnoxious, but not in "Mononoke." IMHO, there's enough action and enough drama to keep everyone happy, with the occasional comic relief that lightens the mood. I sincerely enjoyed the picture, and if this review perks your interest even slightly, I'd recommend you get a hold of a copy and get some popcorn ready.
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Summary: Cross-Genre, Multi-Cultural, Epic Fantasy/Respect for Anime
Review: This movie takes the word "Cartoon" out of your vocabulary, when describing "Anime" and related films. "Princess Mononoke" is a visually stunning movie, with very Realistic scenes that make you understand what all the fuss is about, with this form of animation. The techniques used in the creation of this film give respect to the Artist(s) & the story gives a respectful nod to "Pagan" motifs. The Story and Artistic Wonder of this movie will bring many people to Anime, who have not given it a try, before. This is definately a Cross-Genre movie, with something for everyone. I will never forget the beautiful, fantastic scenes and Graceful Flowing of the Imagery!!! I was not interested in Anime, until my fiance' and I watched this Adventure, together....then, I was hooked. However, once you have seen this movie, most animation seems of a "lesser" standard and doesn't give you the same Impact! It's like gaining Knowledge, once you acquire it, you cannot go-back.... So, hope that the Anime Artists continue their work & support their endeavors! I recommend this one for Adults, not just Children!
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Summary: Don't regret not seeing this anime after life
Review: As simple as emotions this anime is all about, it's full fill of it.The main carecter is the best carecter i have ever seen in my life, it really presents the MAN personality. The graphics are amaizing, the back ground sound is fantastic, but the subtitel is really bad it just flashs, so if you are going to watch this movie (buy-rent-borrow) it and that is what you are going to do PICK the english version of it. Actually guys I find my self out of words to talk about an anime like that. I JUST CAN SAY DO NOT REGRET NOT SEEING THIS ANIME AFTER LIFE
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