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Summary: VERY COOL MOVIE...
Review: I first saw <i>Vampire Hunter D</i> one random Saturday evening on TV in 1995 and loved it. I couldn't believe that I was actually getting to see an anime flick on 'mainstream' television; it was the coolest feeling, and the best feature-length anime film that I had ever been exposed to at the time. In addition to the action, adventure, mystery and suspense in the film, I especially enjoyed the themes of mixed-race heritage that this film explored. I had never witnessed a work of animation that so intriguingly dealt with the societal complexities of being biracial. D (the main character) was 'vampeel', meaning he was half-human, and half-vampire. D's dual racial heritage allowed him to function in daylight, while retaining the supernatural powers that full-blooded vampires enjoy; in other words, 'vampeels' like D enjoy the best of both worlds. However, it is D's constant inner-battle between his vampire and human sides that force him to stay away from humans (to avoid temptation) and to battle evil by slaying vampires. D is a lonely figure. The vampires in the film are cast as an evil, yet noble race in a twisted sense. Count Magnus Lee (the supreme villain) is a gray-haired, 'Blake-Carrington-from-Dynasty-type' vampire who is supremely powerful. His daughter Ramika is a spoiled, pretty being who thinks she's a full-blooded vampire, and is proud of it. Lee's deadly foot soldier Reiginsei (and I mean deadly) longs to become a vampire in order to attain a status of nobility in his own right. Doris is a human who has become Count Magnus Lee's object of affection to the endless disgust of Ramika who feels humans as mere mortals are beneath vampire nobility. Doris hires D to help her defeat Magnus. The battle that ensues between D, Magnus, Reiginsei, and others is utterly engaging. Vampire Hunter D makes for a great story indeed. Now it is 2001, and a sequel to the original <i>Vampire Hunter D</i> entitled <i>Bloodlust</i> has been finally scheduled for release this fall. I highly suggest you see this film for the first time, or reacquaint yourself with it now. As far as 'Bloodlust' is concerned, well...see you at the theatres! Thanks for reading! C.H.R.
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Summary: Vampire Hunter D - The Anime that started it all!
Review: No, I do not mean this was the first Anime movie or anythinkg like that. I mean this is the Anime that started my interest in the genre. **MILD SPOILERS** D is a half human half vampire warrior who travels and huntd down his own kind. He has a talking hand (freaky). He ends up protecting a young girl from the evil vampire Magnus Lee. She ends up being kinapped and D has to enter The House of Lee to save her. In the process D goes up against vampires, some ghouls and many other creatures leading up till the climatic end. I definately suggest getting Vampire hunter D. I am gonna give it the ol' 5 stars. If I could Give it more belive me I would. Oh this one is DEFINATELY NOT FOR CHILDREN!
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Summary: The first anime I've ever seen.
Review: All right, let's get to business. For one thing, this is the first anime I've EVER seen. And after that, I liked anime sense. Sure the quality is bad, and maybe the background is always a dark color. But, it's a classic, and rightfully so. It totally deserves the 5 stars. Make sure to buy this, you won't regret it. D is really an interesting character....
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Summary: A Bloody Fest
Review: This movie gives all vampire fans a blood and gore fest. Although it becomes slow at times, the overall story is dynamic and entertaining. If you liked Darkstalkers 1, 2, 3 and 4, you'll love Vampire Hunter D. Great animation and a fair good story.
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Summary: One of the must have classics!
Review: This Anime, along with Bubble Gum Crisis, Akira, Legend of the Overfiend, Ghost in the Shell and Ninja Scroll, is one of the must have movies. You can't go wrong by buying this film. It takes place in a futuristic environment with a dark, gothic (under)tone. For those that think that all vampires are evil, guess again! The transfer to DVD is very well done, making this a great entry-film to Anime. One of the big advantages of putting all of these films on DVD is obvious, you can listen to the English dub(amateurs)...sorry...until you get accustomed to listening in Japanese and reading the subtitles. Try using English in both audio as well as subtitles and you'll see why we prefer the subs... As far as the plot, heheheheh, buy the movie! You won't regret it, enjoy!
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Summary: One of the best Japanese Animated films of all time
Review: A combination of chilling horror, twisted with an imaginative sci-fi edge, Vampire Hunter D is one of the most exceptional works ever to come out of the Japanese Anime genre. Lined with some beautifully crafted imagery and animation, ( Not to mention some scenes with incredibly intense violence) this film is a treat for all the senses. Even though the style and film techniques seem somewhat dated (1985 picture), it is still worth the viewing for anyone interested in a good action packed gothic thriller. The plot is somewhat simple. In the far future, humans are reduced back to a menial feudal system in which vampires become the ruling class, and subject the humans as slaves. One of the local girls in a village, Doris becomes targeted by Count Magnus Lee, the local ruling vampire. In distress she hires a vampire hunter known only as "D", to protect her. Graphic, but visually stunning film. Not recomended for children, but use viewer discretion.
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Summary: One of the best anime's I've ever seen
Review: Vampire Hunter D was the first anime movie I ever bought and one of the first I've ever seen. Hard to believe the it's over 15 years old, and the dated animation shows it, but thats only a minor gripe. The movie's moody atmosphere and dark, gothic design really set it apart from other anime's, and D is one of the best anime heroes I've ever seen. Combine that with the all out bloodfest and an actually good storyline, Vampire Hunter D is an all time classic.
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Summary: A good buy for any anime fan.
Review: If you want the quickest possible idea of what this movie is like, think "Castlevania: Symphony of the Night; the movie" except with some characters changed around. Still, obvious draws can be made, as the game has several parts that pay obvious homage to this movie. For those who haven't played Castlevania (and Good Lord why not!?) you can expect a "classic" anime film about vampires in the far, far future (think 12,000 AD or so). Vampires have returned and have ruled the world for several thousand years. Humanity has been kept in an almost medieval state by the vampires, with the occasional odd bit of technology (cyborg horses, laser rifles, etc.) showing up amidst the antiquity of the rest of the film. The plot is fairly basic damsel in distress kind of stuff, and while the ending is a surprise, it's not exactly a shocker. What makes this movie is simply the way it is presented. The artwork is quite good, there's violence and blood enough to show Mortal Kombat how it's REALLY done, and the weird synergy of old world and dead furture ties together so well that you almost wish the movie would go into the plot of how the world came to be like this a bit more than it actually does. Despite this, it makes an excellent backdrop. It's unique and creative, and not a little weird. If this doesn't sound like something you'd like, however, it's not going to surprise you and turn out to be something you love, so don't bother. For those looking for some creative storytelling and a decent action anime, look no further. Highly recommended if you're a fan of the genre, or if you need something to wow the kiddies with.
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Summary: worst anime movie i've ever seen
Review: I was going to make this review really long and just tear this film apart but instead I'll say it's an extremely poor example of a really great genre. Everything about this film is bad. The art, the story, the action scenes, there is nothing in this film worthy of even a rental. If you're in the mood for anime save your money and see 'Ghost in the Shell', 'Akira', 'Perfect Blue', 'Princess Mononoke', or 'Ninja Scroll'. Please do not see this film.
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Summary: BRILLIANTLY CRAFTED & EXECUTED FOR ALL VAMPIRE& ANIME FANS!!
Review: This film is one of the the best anime (not to mention classy vampire)films I have seen in a long time. The plot is twisted in its own way with a few drops of blood, the characters are fantastic, and the story itself is very tautly written withouut the nudity and violence going to excess. So if if you're into the vampire folklore or anime, then this one's for you.
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