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The question facing any viewer of the Japanese CG feature Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is: do you have to know the games on which it’s based in order to understand the film? And the answer is: it certainly helps. But even complete novices (i.e., most parents) in the Final Fantasy world will find some entertainment in its wealth of fantasy-based action, and the animation never fails to astonish. Picking up two years after an epic battle between the forces of good (represented by brooding soldier Cloud) and evil (Cloud’s former general, Sephiroth), FFVII opens in the devastated city of Midgard, whose youthful occupants suffer from a ghastly disease known as Geostigma. A trio of brothers arrives with what appears to be a cure for the plague, but their gesture conceals a more sinister purpose: to revive Sephiroth and bring about the end of the world. Cloud and his companions must once again rise to the occasion to stop the siblings and the revived Sephiroth from unleashing total destruction. Complex and self-referential to the point of occasional incomprehension, Final Fantasy VII will definitely be most appreciated by fans of the game series, but if others can look past the numbing dialogue and frenetic action (which is a bit too intense for very young children), the film offers a carefree and action-packed viewing experience. The two-disc set contains the original Japanese language version of the film as well as an English-dubbed edition (Rachel Leigh Cook and Christy Carlson Romano, among others, provide the vocal talent) and a version edited for the Venice Film Festival. A 30-minute featurette that recaps the Final Fantasy story up to VII, as well as a making-of documentary, deleted scenes, and promotions for future Final Fantasy VII games and products round out the extras. --Paul Gaita
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Much anticipated sequel to Square's top selling game 'Final Fantasy VII'. Set two years after the events of Final Fantasy VII, Cloud (Takahiro Sakurai) now leads a solitary life travelling the Planet as a transporter. The office of Strife Delivery Service is located in 7th Heaven, which also functions as an orphanage for children stricken with Geostigma. Three new enemies make an appearance in 'Advent Children': Kadaj (Shotaro Morikubo), their leader, is in his teens, while Yazoo (Yuji Kishi) and Loz (Kenji Nomura) are known to be in their twenties. In them, Cloud sees shadows of Final Fantasy VII's fallen hero, Sephiroth. The three are after 'Mother' and refer to Cloud as their 'Brother'. Having obtained Jenova's head, their purpose appears to be to start another Reunion. Vincent (Shogo Suzuki) suspects that with Jenova's cells, they may even be able to create another Sephiroth.
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47 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Although this film doesn't have the most complex story in the world, and what little story it DOES have is likely to confuse anyone who hasn't played the game, this film is stunning to watch.
I purchased the Japanese DVD when it was released and the quality of the CGI is mindblowing. Many people have seen online trailers or bootleg copies, but the quality doesn't compare to the original DVD where the images are crisp and clear and as close to perfection as CGI can currently get.
Even if FFVII means absolutly nothing to you, this is a movie you can watch for sheer aesthetic value! The images are lovely to watch, the battles beautifully choreographed...I stared in rapture the first time I watched it, and I don't even understand that much Japanese!
(And even if the story isn't that complex by FFVII standards it still beats the complexity of most American movies!)
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By I. Parr
Format:Blu-ray
I took the advice of the people who have reviewed this movie saying "you don't have to be familiar to the series to enjoy this movie" and decided to purchase it to watch over Xmas. To a certain degree they're correct, but only just!!
As I watched the Blu-Ray I was able to pick up what was going on and could just about understand the storyline - however different characters turn up throughout the movie and I just did not know who they were.
In regards to the storyline - previous knowledge of the series is not 100% necessary, however in regards to the characters - it's not essential, but be prepared to wonder who the hell these people are?!?!!?
In regards to the Blu-Ray quality - At times the picture & sound quality astounded me, I was very impressed.
The bottom line - Is it worth buying if you're not a fan? Possibly, but only to watch once. My copy ended up on eBay!!
As I watched the Blu-Ray I was able to pick up what was going on and could just about understand the storyline - however different characters turn up throughout the movie and I just did not know who they were.
In regards to the storyline - previous knowledge of the series is not 100% necessary, however in regards to the characters - it's not essential, but be prepared to wonder who the hell these people are?!?!!?
In regards to the Blu-Ray quality - At times the picture & sound quality astounded me, I was very impressed.
The bottom line - Is it worth buying if you're not a fan? Possibly, but only to watch once. My copy ended up on eBay!!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I rented this dvd for my boyfriend, I did not expect to sit down and watch it too! I was playing with my baby in the same room when he put it on and I turned to see a bit of it and found myself sitting with him and the chocs really into it! Ok at first I didn't get the story but then got into it as it went on, and if you like this kind of thing you will really appreciate the graphics, excellent work, powerful, and truly worth watching.
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Why would you not buy this?
Although I ruined the plastic case cover... they are so poorly designed, but anyway I owned this once before and never letting go of this one, might even buy a few more copies for... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Vaseem Valentine
5.0 out of 5 stars
Final Fantasy's best ever character
I loved FF VII to play as a game - still the best in the series IMHO. I was in love with Cloud, I wanted to save the world and I loved killing monsters along the way. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Palefire73
5.0 out of 5 stars
FF forever
The best! Must have it, if you like Final Fantasy!
Excellent video and sound quality!
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Excellent video and sound quality!
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Published 2 months ago by Famy
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livraison
comme pour les smurfs,nickel chrome rien a dire de + merci beaucoup pour tout a bientot pour la suite en attendant halo légend
Published 3 months ago by motoko
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very nice!!!
It could have portuguese subtitles, but I am ok with english! The extra content is awesome! This is a masterpiece for every Final Fantasy fan.
Published 3 months ago by Andre Henrique de Freitas Bandeira
5.0 out of 5 stars
loved it
i have the other version but was told this had more story. wasn't disappointed! I love this as a final fantasy fan its a must have, because of some of the content i wont let my... Read more
Published 3 months ago by nicci
5.0 out of 5 stars
feel the love! LOL
i have fond memories of final fantasy 7, its the game i couldnt stop playing.
i recommend advent children to any FF7 fans, although dont take it too seriously. Read more
i recommend advent children to any FF7 fans, although dont take it too seriously. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kev
2.0 out of 5 stars
Final Fantasy ... 2nd film
The CGI was absolutely mind-blowing, though it did not equal the quality of the 1st film. The storyline was vague and weak, thus turning a possible wonderful sequel into (what for... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr Page
4.0 out of 5 stars
99% happy with it.
Audio: 5/5
Video: 4/5
The audio is really clear and what I would expect from a DVD however the video had a dark border about 1cm to the right, it doesn't take... Read more
Video: 4/5
The audio is really clear and what I would expect from a DVD however the video had a dark border about 1cm to the right, it doesn't take... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Kamenio
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent graphics
I love this movie. It is taken from the games and has a lot of references.
Of course being a blu-ray the sound and picture is excellent.
Of course being a blu-ray the sound and picture is excellent.
Published 8 months ago by Skyline5128
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