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Summary: Rent it...
Review: "Blue Submarine No. 6" is one of the more interesting and well-animated anime series (as opposed to feature productions) I've seen in quite some time. To be sure, there's nothing particularly unique about the plot--think "Waterworld" a la Tom Clancy. And many of the characters are straight out of anime central casting. But the chief antagonist--that is, besides the requisite mad scientist--is a walking, talking, mutant shark creature, a cross between Ahab and Long John Silver (and, yes, somebody stuck a parrot in one scene). Throw in a bunch of mermaids (with very sharp teeth) and some real killer whales, and the series caroms back and forth between taking itself way too seriously and turning bizarrely (unintentionally, perhaps) hilarious. Sort of like George Lucas and Sam Raimi directed alternate scenes. In the end, though, close attention to detail (there's an acknowledgment to the Self-Defense Force in the credits), and the clever and compelling mix of digital and drawn animation make it eminently watchable, and often mesmerizing. ...
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Summary: Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?
Review: Aside from the price vs. legth ratio, there isn't a lot to complain about. Blue Submarine No. 6 features some really amazing cel animation combined (at times haphazardly) with 3D computer animation. The effect seems to work most of the time, but at times can be a little jarring epspecially when they cut from a scene with a lot of cel animation to one with mostly computer animation. Despite that, BS6 looks incredibly crisp and sounds terrific regardless of audio track.The story however, is fairly cut and dry, cliche laden sci-fi stuff, but interesting enough to keep you tuned in. Essentially, BS6 is a nice addition to a DVD collection for strict use as an eye candy disc. Just remember not to run to the kitchen for a beer, because the DVD will be over by the time you open the fridge.
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Summary: Fantastic, but too short!
Review: Because of its extensive use of CGI, I had low expectations of this title. Boy, was I surprised! This is pure eye candy. I find most CGI anime released lately to be visually repugnant, but the CGI is extremely well done here and it melds with the cel animation flawlessly. My only gripe is the running time. Only one 30 minute episode on each DVD! I never buy such short videos, but Blue Sub No. 6 came so highly recommended that I decided to take a chance, and I'm glad I did.
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Summary: Spectacularly better than the Edited version
Review: Blue Sub 6 Vol 1 has a mix of Romeo and Juliet within it that comes into play in later volumes. Even if you haven't seen the edited version on Cartoon Network's Toonami, you'll love it.
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Summary: Awesome, but not for beginners!
Review: Blue Sub No. 6 is an incredible short anime series. You can read the synopsis above, so I won't reiterate...the animation, both cel and CG, is beautiful, and the story is intriguing, although somewhat difficult to follow. I wouldn't recommend it for someone who's just getting into anime, as the plotline and storytelling is definitely Japanese; it doesn't develop the same way an American animation or movie would (or even as most newer anime does), and if you're not familiar with the difference in style, it'll confuse you. (Especially since you have to buy four DVDs/videos to see it all, and if you're like me, that'll take a little time!) However, I highly recommend this series if you're an anime appreciater. Well, maybe you truly hardcore folks won't like it, and if you're into blood, power armor, or jiggling, this won't do for you, either. If you enjoy a good story, though, as I do, this is for you. One of the best newer series I've seen of late, and I've been watching for a number of years. My only real complaint is the length-to-price ratio. Each disc is rather short for what you pay...but I was addicted enough after the first episode to shell out the cash for the other three!
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Summary: Awesome, but not for beginners!
Review: Blue Sub No. 6 is an incredible short anime series. You can read the synopsis above, so I won't reiterate...the animation, both cel and CG, is beautiful, and the story is intriguing, although somewhat difficult to follow. I wouldn't recommend it for someone who's just getting into anime, as the plotline and storytelling is definitely Japanese; it doesn't develop the same way an American animation or movie would (or even as most newer anime does), and if you're not familiar with the difference in style, it'll confuse you. (Especially since you have to buy four DVDs/videos to see it all, and if you're like me, that'll take a little time!) However, I highly recommend this series if you're an anime appreciater. Well, maybe you truly hardcore folks won't like it, and if you're into blood, power armor, or jiggling, this won't do for you, either. If you enjoy a good story, though, as I do, this is for you. One of the best newer series I've seen of late, and I've been watching for a number of years. My only real complaint is the length-to-price ratio. Each disc is rather short for what you pay...but I was addicted enough after the first episode to shell out the cash for the other three!
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Summary: this rating is of the show
Review: Blue Submarine No. 6 is truly one of the best action-drama CG animation out there--hey, you got the Macross Plus folks working here. Unlike other shows with glorious explosions, it was the story that captured me from episode to episode. As for the DVD, they released this series piece by piece--the last volume only recently came out. That's why the DVDs are so short. Hopefully they make one compilation. It's hard to believe this is the same company that put out bargain 12-packs like Haunted Junction and Eatman 98. But each DVD is unique--has different menu art and music, different Dolby openings, even different trailers. And to truly get the picture quality (as well as dual language), you have to go DVD.
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Summary: Anime with a different flavor
Review: Fans of anime in general will definitely dig Satoru Ozawa's 4-part, 'Blue Submarine No. 6,' series. For starters, being that the story is centered around futuristic submarines and naval warfare, viewers are treated to some terrific battle scenes taking place on and below water - a setting typically not utilized in anime. Vol. 1 of the series sets the stage nicely showcasing some of the offensive/defensive capabilities of Blue Sub No. 6 and the colorful assortment of characters within it. While much has already been commented on regarding the use of CG and traditional animation utilized in this series, in summary it looks just fine and at times absolutely breathtaking. But perhaps one of the best aspects of this disc is the really awesome Dolby 5.1 audio track for the Japanese-language track. This mix will have your system pumping out for sure - definitely one of the better audio mixes i've heard on an anime DVD.
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Summary: Anime with a different flavor
Review: Fans of anime in general will definitely dig Satoru Ozawa's 4-part, 'Blue Submarine No. 6,' series. For starters, being that the story is centered around futuristic submarines and naval warfare, viewers are treated to some terrific battle scenes taking place on and below water - a setting typically not utilized in anime. Vol. 1 of the series sets the stage nicely showcasing some of the offensive/defensive capabilities of Blue Sub No. 6 and the colorful assortment of characters within it. While much has already been commented on regarding the use of CG and traditional animation utilized in this series, in summary it looks just fine and at times absolutely breathtaking. But perhaps one of the best aspects of this disc is the really awesome Dolby 5.1 audio track for the Japanese-language track. This mix will have your system pumping out for sure - definitely one of the better audio mixes i've heard on an anime DVD.
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Summary: Marketing Sleaze
Review: I absolutely loved this anime when I saw it, but I cannot and will not give my approval to a simple and sleazy marketing ploy. There are 4 episodes in all, each 30 minutes long. They took the path of the greedy and put 1 episode on each tape or dvd. Personally, I couldnt care less how they market tapes, but one of dvd's strongest points was media size. Even with all the whiz-bang animation and video quality (which is quite good), I dont doubt for a second they could fit all 4 episodes onto 1 disc. They coudlve made it a "flipper" or put it onto 2 discs if they felt image quality would be compromised. It just makes me sick that they would do this. Oh yeah, fyi, the music is some of the worst in the not-too-stellar history of anime music. Overall, cool story, great use of cell/cgi animation, horrible marketing, horrible music. A pass, unless its in the bargin bin.
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