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Revolutionary Girl Utena - The Movie Director: Kunihiko Ikuhara Number of Items: 1 Format: Color, Animated, Widescreen Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Running Time: 87 minutes Studio: CENTRAL PARK MEDIA Product Group: DVD Release Date: 2001-11-13 Buy from Amazon

Customer Reviews: Total numer of reviews: 97 Average rating: 4.5 "THE BEST DVD IN MY COLLECTION!" I am thoroughly impressed with this DVD! I had seen the movie in fansubbed version long before the commercial release, and the quality is SO MUCH BETTER ON DVD! The colors are vivid and the translation is good, in my opinion. I also like the extras that came with the DVD as well, especially the fan contest winners section. Buy this DVD today, and don't just stop there...buy the soundtrack CD as well! They're worth it! "Amazing movie" Breathtaking animation and an... interesting plot make this a fabulous feature. Especially noticible is the high quality of the music. The dub is much improved over the first arc of the series relased here. It is very reccomended that you watch the TV series in its entierty before veiwing this movie, or at least have a good understanding of it. "A Fine Film" Surreal and visually stunning, the Utena movie is a treat for fans of the series or anime fans in general. It should be noted that the film is not a continuation of the series' events. It is actually a quite satisfying retelling of Utena's story, with many inside jokes for series fans to enjoy along the way. I wouldn't suggest this to younger anime fans, since the film's themes are rather mature. But if you're of age, this film would be a fine addition to any anime collection. "Enjoyable and Unique... But Not for Everyone" Excellent animation and art combine with a unique storyline and striking choreography to form a memorable experience. The experience is made more memorable by the bizaare turns of the story, which condenses the plotline of a manga series effectively into 80 minutes by using lavish doses of symbolism. My only warning is that viewers might want to be familiar with the Utena story before seeing this movie. Essentially, the director has retold the story with a great deal of imagery and symbolism as a way of revisiting a well known set of characters and storyline, almost as a fond rememberance for existing fans. This anime, therefore, will be enjoyed by those who know the story and most by those who are rabid Utena fans. In Japan, Utena is an absolute craze, breaking so many boundaries in a world of manga already known for challenging traditional social mores. This movie targets those people who have already joined the legions of devout fans and who want more, more, more... . STill, regardless of whether or not you are an Utena fan, this one is so unique and so well produced that, even with some imagery and symbolism that may be difficult to grasp... this is enjoyable and, more than anything else, memorable anime. I may not watch it again very soon, but will certainly watch it again, and, in between these times, I will continue to think of certain scenes from time to time and puzzle over their meaning and their absolutely striking strangeness! Enjoy... "Bring the world revolution" This is a story of four young women haunted by ghosts; a story of love, hate, incest, guilt and hope -- and revolution. An ugly, beautiful tale brilliantly told. Two girls are duelling each other for love in the academy walkways; Saionji and Miki are caught in a trial they do not see or understand. The girl without a heart dancing with her prince amidst the stars high above Ohtori, while the arena turns into a waterfall raining roses on the academy; Anthy literally driving Utena to pieces while they desperately race for end of the world, with the way blocked by a ghost who wants Anthy to be living dead. The world is an illusion and the castle has wheels; they also threw in a wicked bit with the elephants and Chu-Chu. Sounds like an acid trip? I'd call it an experience. This movie simply has to be seen to be believed. It is a masterpiece, but perhaps not for the younger viewers -- they might enjoy the Rose Collection better, where the symbolism is lighter and the story not so obvious. For the more mature viewers, this is a must have. Definitely one of the classics.