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Summary: a peak at revolutions on avantstrangel.com
Review: As far as this DVD goes. From what I've seen on the matrix web site. They are shorts that kind of give you more insight/background about the matrix as a whole by chroniciling various events, happenings in the matrix from others who have escaped.
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Summary: Beyond and Kid's Story
Review: Beyond is based on a glitch in the matrix. These kids exploit the glitch and you see leaks of the reality and freeness of the matrix by their actions. Also, agents are tracking the leaked area, and on the way to fix it and make the people forget what they saw. This girl also goes to save her cat.
Kid's Story is about a kid who cannot sleep, like Neo, and Neo sends him a message, in which causes a pursuit through his school to where he falls to his death-- in the matrix-- and is free'd into the real world through self-substantation(sp) he is also the Kid who wishes to carry neo's bags in Reloaded. I was quite glad to see the Animatrix, Enter the Matrix and Reloaded work with eachother to un cover the story of the 2nd movie.
Also, this is definately worth the buy, i couldn't pull myself away when I saw them personally. Ended up going to bed 2 hours after I really needed to. Also, World Record is an incredably good story of this man who is aware of the matrix through his extreme abilties in his muscles, and lack of the Matrix to define his strength and speed without making him free. THe 2nd Renassiance (1 and 2) tell an amazing history story of everything behind the matrix (in their world) and keeps you glued to what goes on. They describe how they "scortch the sky" too.
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Summary: Tight animation, terrible illustration
Review: When they say this DVD contains considerable violence and grotesque imagery they aren't kidding. If the Matrix had been anything more than an action movie I might bother to discuss the social ramifications of its themes and the legitimacy of art expression, but I will keep this a review of this DVD.
I enjoy anime, but I am one of those who does not think sanitized should be a pejorative term.
The violence against women (or pseudowomen, in certain incidents) disturbed me but the rending of screaming people was reckless disregard for taste. I cannot in good conscience recommend this DVD as a whole.
The idea behind telling the back story was innovative, but the execution was gruesome. The good points (i.e. why it should get any stars):
The behind the scenes are intriguing.
The "Scrolls to Screen: The History and Culture of Anime" documentary was a pleasant, if mundane, introduction to the history of anime. Nevertheless, it may help those inspired by the Matrix to understand why the Wachowski brothers were inspired by anime.
"Program" is Yoshiaki Kawajiri at his finest. I am impressed at the character interaction, and the inscrutable integration of the Matrix design into a compelling short. I am likewise impressed at his restraint. The action is intense but it is not gratuitous (like in The Second Renaissance). At the heart of the action is the testing of a woman's love and her dedication to freedom.
If you cannot content yourself with downloading the free version of Program then get the DVD. But, I must say, I was sorely disappointed with the rest of the features.
Watch your friend's copy and you'll get what you pay for.
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Summary: Outstanding animation and stories
Review: Very good animation. Very good stories. As you can see by reading the reviews, only one twit with a hatred for the matrix and probably animation in general thought it would be a good idea to post a review. What would you consider a "star" as far as animation goes? You do realize they aren't real, huh? Maybe if they would have included Mickey Mouse in a couple of them you would have been able to better relate? And I would like to know what you consider [good] animation? Anyway, if you are a fan of animation then this DVD is for you. If not, don't write reviews, ok "A viewer from The Real World". Instead, how about you get a life? Just so you know who I am referring to, here is what they had to say below... Reviewer: A viewer from The Real World
In this collection of [bad] animation based on the brain dead science fiction series we get to see the adventures of people we have no reasons to care about. ZERO STARS
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Summary: This is a brilliant way to introduce Americans to Anime....
Review: I recently had the chance to view the entire Animatrix, and I walked away incredibly impressed. From the ultra-lifelike beginning of "Final Flight" to the ties-directly-to-the-Matrix-Reloaded ending, I really enjoyed it and more importantly I think that those who view this will enjoy it as well and be turned on the by possibility of adult animation (ie, anime). In some ways, I even believe that this is better than the Matrix Reloaded, because each individual peice (especially "The Second Reniassance I & II" - they are incredible) is so well done and so enthralling. This film is a treasure chest of animated gems, and should be cherished by any one who enjoyed The Matrix at all.
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Summary: A must for true Matrix fans
Review: The Animatrix is a part of "The Matrix" trilogy, no matter how you look at it. True Matrix fans will have to have this one-of-a-kind DVD featuring 9 short animated stories revolving around The Matrix world. To fully understand The Matrix and get the entire experience of it, this DVD is must. Also recommended: "Enter The Matrix" video game, for further understanding the Matrix.
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Summary: A must for matrix, sci fi and anime friends who appreciate
Review: the importance of good story lines. The CG animation, with diverse style, is excellent. However, if you are not one of those true matrix or sci fi fans, you may not be able to appreciate the whole DVD in 100%. My wife kept on asking me why this why that and I could not satisfy her in her understandable language, though she likes the movie still (even without Keanu). The stories, which distinguished this DVD from tons of other CG OVA in rental shops, are short but great. It should be viewed as a supplement to the Matrix trilogy, I believe, though I dont know what Reloaded and Revolution are all about yet.
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Summary: An insult to the human mind
Review: In this collection of [bad] animation based on the brain dead science fiction series we get to see the adventures of people we have no reasons to care about. ZERO STARS
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Summary: my god
Review: I can't believe it, when I read the reviews, no one mentioned the thong. Yah the cartoons are ok but the digitally created stunny "Final Flight of the Osiris" (made by the final fantasy team is truely the heart of the thing. It's just cool-looks sweet, fighting, and, well, a fairly fairly erotic play-fight sceen between the two main characters, in which the clothing of the individuals (especially the girl) becomes less and less (aka thong).
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Summary: One of the best DVDs of the year!
Review: I got an advanced copy of this DVD w/out the features and I personally think that this is an amazing series. Most of the shorts are good but some aren't that good. I am going to rate all of the shorts and give my opinion. THE FINAL FLIGHT OF THE OSIRIS (10/10)
The best short on here! THE SECOND RENAISSANCE PART ONE (5/10)
This is alright not the best. The Second Renaissance Part Two (6/10)
Slightly better than the first part World Record (7/10)
Pretty interesting! Detective Story (9/10)
Really really good! Kid's Story (10/10)
The second best short on here! Beyond (10/10)
I loved this One Matriculated (1/10)
The most boring and least interesting one on here) OVERALL This is an interesting set and I think everyone who buys it will enjoy all of it. The best thing about it is that every short is presented in anamorphic widescreen (2.35:1) CHECK IT OUT!
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