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In a research outpost in Turkey, an ancient relic known as Noah’s Ark has been discovered, and ARCAM, the world’s most secret organization in charge of keeping world order, must protect the ark from the deranged forces of the US Machine Corps. Yu Ominae, ARCAM’S #1 Spriggan, is an elite secret operative with one mission: Stop the key to NOAH’S ARK from being used by Colonel Mac Dougall, a cybernetically enhanced child with psychokinetic powers. Noah will be your grave!
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In the future, Tokyo has fallen victim to syndicates, trigger-happy people who run rampant and other groups who don't like to follow the rules. In response, an organization called RAPT has been created, whose goal is to maintain their definition of "peace". In the underground, however, science involving humans and powerful mechanics is progressing at a steady phase, but for what purpose? Meet our four angels who know how to kick butt and raise hell whenever it's needed. Their motto? Shoot first, talk later. Their mission? To make the seemingly impossible possible, of course...
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The animation in both FFVII and Bakuretsu Tenshi is quite similar. Both have nice fighting scenes which seem to have their origin in 3D animation rather than "simple" hand-drawn art. Along with these computer-animated scenes comes a decent plot that doesn't run too deep. These two feel very similar to each other.
Inuyasha and Sesshoumaru’s father was a powerful demon who used three swords of great power. While Inuyasha swings the Tetsusaiga to protect his friends, Sesshoumaru carries the Tensaiga and has the ability to save souls, leaving the inheritance of the powerful possessed sword Sou’unga undecided. After laying dormant for 700 years, the seal has broken and it has found its way into Inuyasha’s hands. Determined to claim the sword, Sesshoumaru sets out to find it. Can Inuyasha master Sou’unga and hold back Sesshoumaru, or will the evil spirit of the blade be his master?
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While both FF7:AC and Inuyasha Movie 3 are about action and don't really offer a deep plot, there is still an engaging story in them. The way you are drawn into the story is an aspect that separates them from the ordinary action-of-the-week movies and definitely makes them worth seeing.
In a futuristic and wild west-inspired Japan, there are only two rules: the Number 1 rules the world and only the Number 2 can challenge him; these ranks are worn with pride in the manner of headbands. In these harsh times, Afro is a samurai who is on a mission for revenge – an evil gunman killed his father to become the Number 1, and it’s up to Afro to take him down in a shower of blood and entrails. He has mastered the art of the sword and become Number 2, but many others want to hold his title and the title of Number 1 for themselves. With competition and sword fights at every turn, can Afro finally exact his revenge?
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Great sword fighting and action backed up with a nice soundtrack; while this might apply to a lot anime, none of them pull it off so successfully and similarly than FFVII:AC and Afro Samurai. Both anime should offer a very 'cool' style to the viewers.
Goku and Bulma set out on their quest to find the seven Dragon Balls which, legend says, will grant any wish. On their way they make many new friends like Oolong, Master Roshi and Yamucha – but they are not the only ones interested in making their wishes come true. The Red Ribbon Army will do everything in their power to obtain the Dragon Balls and eliminate anyone who stands in their way, even Goku and his friends!
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Was it the computer-animated effects? Was it the hardcore fights? Or maybe it was the adventurous feeling the anime had? Whatever the reason, FF VII: AC and DB: Path to Power both have all these aspects. Don't be scared of getting called a fanboy. The DB movie is a much shorter and better retelling of the DB series, the FF VII movie has the usual cool characters supported by the usual ground-breaking animation. They are both worth seeing!
The responsible Sophie led a relatively normal life, safe within the walls of the hat shop in which she works; for outside, it is rumored, the evil wizard Howl roams the land in his mobile black castle. After a chance and mystical encounter, poor Sophie finds herself transformed by a witch's spell which makes her appear to be an old woman, and thus embarks on an adventure to find Howl’s castle and put an end to her curse. A mystical world of talking flames, sentient scarecrows, and magic aplenty awaits those who seek the legendary Howl...
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Final Fantasy is a brilliant franchise, in most part for its great story telling and use of magic. Howl is a wizard, running away from himself, bring in Sophie. A young girl but with a curse placed on her that makes her appear as an Old woman.
A tale of finding yourself, believing in yourself and others. There is no reason why this couldn't be called "Final Fantasy's Moving Castle" ;)
Set in the 21st century on a recently terraformed Venus, Venus Wars is the story of a war between two opposing nations, and the effect it has on a group of teenagers. Dark and gritty, with an air similar to that of Akira, it focuses on coming of age during the midst of a planet's devastating war.
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Two high octane adventures that spread the story well between the importance of friendship and pure action. Both Anime show how a group of friends, and perhaps even enemies, must band together in order to overcome the oppression and greed that threatens their lives and the lives of those around them. The oppressors in both Anime care presented as greedy and power hungry, without regard for humanity, whilst our heroes, although clearly no angels themsleves, are fighting on the side of freedom and righteousness.
Expect plenty of high speed vehicle chases and many action scenes throughout, against a predominantly sci-fi futuristic setting. But both Anime are also very keen to show how war and fighting affects in every way the lives of not just our heroes, but of everyone who gets caught up in the struggle too.
In the distant future, the world lies in ruin and vampires rule the land. Mercenary vampire hunters fight the terrible forces of darkness - for a price; the most notorious of them all being the half-vampire named D. However, despite his actions that help humanity, he finds himself shunned by those he would save. When a girl named Charlotte is kidnapped by the vampire Lord Meier, her father hires D to bring her back - dead or alive. Competing with the vampire hunting Marcus Brothers for the prize, D encounters Meier first; but in the middle of their confrontation, Charlotte calls out Meier's name in worry and Meier reveals that she is accompanying him of her own free will...
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I think you will thoroughly enjoy Bloodlust after Advent Children because the former consist of excellent animation, has a plot almost entirely driven by action, but actually has a more coherent and interesting plot. If you're looking for another non-stop thrill ride then definitely check this one out.
After the third world war, the organization known as the General Management Control Office constructed the city of Olympus – the only place where chaos and anarchy doesn’t hold sway. It seems unthinkable that terrorists are out to disrupt this pristine society, but the threat becomes very real to SWAT officers Deunan and Briareos when their squad mates are killed during a hostage situation. Bent on catching the lone escaped terrorist, they soon find themselves involved in a plot to undermine the whole existence of their Olympus.
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If its stunning visuals you're after then these are the films for you, both feature superb cgi, with amazing action scenes interspurced with a simple plotline, however it is the fluid, advanced animation that makes these to films the masterpieces that they are.
Kagome is a normal high school girl who falls into a well, transporting her back in time to the feudal era. Upon her arrival to this world, she mercifully unleashes Inuyasha, a half demon. As if this isn't enough, she also discovers that she is the bearer of the Shikon no Tama, a jewel of great spiritual power, a jewel which has just shattered into a million shards. Now, along with Miroku the priest, Sango the demon hunter, and Shippo the mischievous fox-demon, they must set out to find the Shikon shards and defeat the evils of the demon Naraku.
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If you like the protaganist to be wielding a big sword these animes are both good for you.
They both have the main character with a bit of an attitude problem except one is really quiet and brooding, the other is really loud and angry.
Despite this little difference in the characters personalities theses anime have more in common than you would guess at first glance and it would be worth your time to look at one if you liked the other.