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Angel Sanctuary Director: Kiyoko Sayama Number of Items: 1 Picture Format: Pan & Scan Format: Color, Animated Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Running Time: 90 minutes Studio: CENTRAL PARK MEDIA Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Region Code: 1 Product Group: DVD Release Date: 2005-05-24 Buy from Amazon |
 "A second chance did this some good."When I first saw this, The subplot blew my mind to the point that I completely ignored every other aspect of this film. The subplot (Which plays a large role in the main plot) Is the main character who is in love with his sister, love as in Husband and Wife love not brother and sister, you know lovers. I fleshed out the details of the plot the first time but for those who missed it here it is. The main CHarcter Setsua is in love with his Sister. He knows he is different but doesn't know how. His mom is afraid he will damn Sara, his sister, to hell. As it turns out Setsua is the ressurected Angel Alexia, who formed a rebellion against god. Now both Angels and Demons want Alexia back in this surprisngly human and not quite as violent as you would think. THe movie is in it's own right OK, so I can forgive the subplot, it works with the story and stupid me for being so closed minded about it that I forgot about the main reason, the entertainment value through viual splendor and Story.  "Truely a gift from Heaven..."This is one of the most amazing Animes ever, the story is great and very deep. I really can't wait till the sequal arrives in America...if ever....otherwise I will have to go to Japan and get it myself! It's just that good! The soundrack is breathtakeing as well! Lady of Fire LEXi "Angel Sanctuary rocks the casbah!"I've now seen this beautiful piece of anime & it's artwork, and I must say it was everything it promised to be ... Yuki Kaori is definitely an amazing artist and a genius, as well. Bought the VHS at Suncoast for 19.99 and worth every cent. I wouldn't reccommend it to Christian's or people of strong faith since it questions God and plays upon fantasy about angels and demons. But if you don't mind it, it is an interesting and thought provoking if not somewhat morose anime. I almost cried at several points - at first it seemed corny and a little weird. I read a review saying the music was 'amazing'. I wasn't really impressed with the music but I played the tape two more times and the music and storyline really started to grow on me. This anime is worth seeing more than once. In fact, it takes at least three viewings for you to fully appreciate it for it's originality and seemless animation. Be Forewarned: It will make you hungry to read the manga! "Anime at it's Best"This anime is remarkable. I do admit that I have never read the mangas, but I loved it none the less. The artwork's exquisite and the story adds just the right amount of controversy. Though I do wish there was even a slight hint as to how everything turns out in the end, it doesn't change the magnitude and the impact of the movie.the head on approach to the issues of incest and homosexuality actually enhances the way you think about the characters and makes you feel for them. You might want to keep theyounger kids (under 13) away from this though. It's bit violent and controversial for them. Not to sound hypocritical, being 13 myself, but this is definitely a bit of Anime worth watching!:-) "I'm 13 but I DO know my anime pretty well..and I can spell!!"Alright my first review. My name is Kurai *ahem* and I absolutely loved this movie! Setsuna, a troubled teen from Tokyo is currently stalked by pestering and cross-dressing demons and sadictic angels! Well, one cherub, one angel. Mudo Setsuna has always known he's abnormal but he never knew he was the reincarnation of Organic Angel Alexiel or that she rebelled against God, lost, and now the demons want to revolt again and Rosiel (the angel and Alexiel's inorganic brother) is insane and in love with her-er...him or whatever. Setsuna is also 'abnormal' because he has a very...serious crush on his little sister Mudo Sara. He's guided along by his best friend Sayuka Kira *drool* who is Luicifer's reincarnation and the sprirt of the Seven Bladed Sword (Alexiel's and if I'm confusing you I'm sorry. It's a confusing show.). Actually there IS more to the story than these three excellent episodes...six more but they aren't translated or even English- subtitled yet. They're working on it though. Watch this movie please. It really is good and if you question your faith...you'd fit right in. ^^ |
