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Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Race to Old New York) 『-I'm not big on RPG's so I don't know much about the "Final Fantasy" games, but I do hear that the scores are largely excellent so I was a bit surprised when the game composer wasn't used and the great Elliot Goldenthal was brought in instead. Unlike the movie which is a beautiful disappointment, the score is fantastic and definitely one of the best from this very underrated composer that does not get the respect he deserves.
-The best piece of music on the album and one of the best musical cues I've heard in my life is "Race to Old New York" which starts off with this fast moving strings that plays this simple melody, then shortly after the brass comes in and picks up the melody which keeps going to the short cue comes to it's natural resolution. I don't seem to remember hearing that cue in the movie which was a shame because it's so wonderful.
-Other tracks that should make glad that you have ears are "The Phantom Plains", "Dead Rain", "Code Red", "Music for Dialogues", "Winged Serpent", "Zeus Cannon", and "Adagio and Transfiguration". I love how he blends the techno stuff with the orchestral elements in "Dead Rain" and "Winged Serpent" is just creepy as hell. "Zeus Cannon" is a majestic piece that sounds like the music that should accompany a Greek god. "Music for Dialogues" is a great piece that should be familiar territory for all Goldenthal fans.
-There is an isolated track on the DVD which is great, but Goldenthal seems to have the same problem that great composer Marco Beltrami has, which is to talk over the music. Most of the cues he does talk over are on the album so it's not that big of a problem, although I do wish he would have actually talked for the scenes when there was no music. 10 minutes would pass by and we won't hear a peep from him, but he is a brilliant composer so I guess we can forgive his lack of great DVD commentaries.
-Even if you find the movie to be a little disappointing, the score should keep you interested. It's fresh, it's great and gives birth to "Race to Old New York" which should be included in any filmmusic geek's top 50 of great musical cues of all time 』
(Masterpiece.) 『I cannot express how finely crafted this score is. Goldenthal is one of my favorite composers (not just for film) and this is definitely one of his highlights. I believe that where this score really shines is Elliot's way of making really simple musical ideas sound extremely intense and grand. For example, Race to Old New York, one of my favorite cues, has an extremely powerful opening that is nothing but a string ensemble racing up and down a g minor chord. Yet it instantly exposes many raw emotions that other composers would need a few movements of a symphony to convey. Most of Goldenthal's trademarks can be found in this score. Horn tone clusters, near-atonal trills on brass, and HUGE, no, EPIC orchestrations that we fell in love with in Titus. The glass harmonica (and the way Elliot employs it) found its way into this film from the score for Interview with the Vampire. I could go on, but I won't. This is a remarkable CD by one of the best living composers (now that Ligeti is no longer with us).』
(Fantastic!) 『This has to be Goldenthal's best score to date! It's an orchestral masterpiece performed by none other than the London Symphony Orchestra.
Let me explain a few awesome tracks before giving the downside to this release.
The album opens with ambient noise and dark choir, much like Horner's Aliens. The second track, "Race to Old New York", doesn't appear on the film, or as this cue version does on the album. It's played by racing strings and low brass. Very good track and one of my favorites.
"The Kiss" proves to Hollywood and Goldenthal skeptics that he is able to pull of romantic, soothing themes. "The Kiss" is a romantic theme played by piano with some strings.
"Toccata and Dreamscapes" is the longest and most difficult track to perform. Goldenthal employs 40 French horns (!) to blast, grunt and shrill away every once in a while during the percussion and interrupted string action. One of the best tracks!
"Adagio and Transfiguration" closes the score album with a sad, sweeping reprise of the romantic theme and finishes on a solo trumpet.
Between all of these reviewed tracks are mixtures of sweeping cues, rolling strings, tense moments and dark choir. All this makes for a very diverse range of music on about 50 minutes of score for this release.
The album ends with two songs. Lara Fabian's rendition of the love theme in pop form is nice but is ruined by the last song on the album not worth mentioning. The rock song ruins the entire listening experience.
The Complaints: One I've already mentioned: the stupid rock song at the end of the CD; two, the music is not in chronological order, but I guess it makes for a better listening experience; and three, much good music is missing! "Dead Rain" is almost 8 minutes long on the film and we only get about 2 minutes on the album cut. The good thing about the special edition DVD is that we get the option of an isolated track and commentary by Elliot Goldenthal. Goldenthal is smart leaving the music cues that didn't appear on the album uncommented.
Get this soundtrack and the special edition DVD. They're worth every penny!』
("Where's my second disc?" (sarcasm)) 『If you've seen Final Fantasy - The Spirits Within DVD, you've probably listened to the isolated score with commentary by Elliot Goldenthal, during which you will notice that he talks over certain bits of score but leaves other chunks of score alone, un-interrupted.
It more or less translates to this: The sections of score he talks over seem to all be here on the soundtrack and well covered. The several chunks of score he doesn't talk over some over eight minutes in length: completely axed and not used for this soundtrack.
"Dead Rain" is missing about seven minutes of great scoring which blend into it seemlessly in the film. Why do those responsible for cutting the score for a film's soundtrack axe some of the better parts (in my mind) in exchange for one or two tracks that don't seem to tell as much of a story? I've experienced this with so many scores I've bought. Exceptional pieces used in films getting axed.. and for what? The expense of a second disc? I'd gladly pay for a second disc or for a third folks. I really would, especially with scores like this.
Which is why I'm giving this soundtrack 3 stars. Not because the music sucks, it's great and I enjoyed every minute of it. Just remember to own the film on DVD as well as this soundtrack so you can get a little extra from Elliot.』
(Goldenthal at his peak performance) 『Elliot Goldenthal wrote a grand, majestic score for the computer-animated science-fiction spectacle "Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within." The music bursts with roaring brass under climactic string arpeggios, carrying the listener high on a violent tidal wave, when suddenly the wave is broken and settles down with a soft female voice humming over an elusive and beautiful melody played on the piano. There's a sparse use of the synthesizer, apart from some choir effects in the background and echoing ambient sounds. The accent is very much on music played by a big orchestra. This film doubtlessly features one of Goldenthal's best film scores. It's rich and inspired in every scene and every take. It keeps your attention, down to the last minute on the album. The music for the dream sequences is the most complex and grand, with a complex combination of percussion, string arpeggios and brass - often culminating like a thunderstorm, but always leaving a calm resuscitation behind. Buy this if you like modern, complex, grand music and lush sweeping "dreamscape" music.
This one gets 4 stars.』 『This film adaptation of the popular video game series attempts a technological breakthrough: computer-generated, photo-realistic renditions of human characters. But while critics and audiences gave mixed marks to game creator and film producer-director Hironobu Sakaguchi's ambitious technical efforts, it was ironically the film's most obviously human elements--its veteran actors' voice performances and, crucially, the masterful score by Elliot Goldenthal--that really brought it to life. Goldenthal's work is a sweeping orchestral masterpiece that covers vast musical territory, from the action-adventure of Korngold to the fantasy strains of Herrmann, florid Russian romanticism to touches of late-20th-century modernism. With the London Symphony in full voice and then some, Goldenthal's music is treated to a performance of rare dynamic range and dramatic power; the edgy, modern brass flourishes and thunderous percussion of "Toccata and Dreamscapes" alone may have listeners groping for their seatbelts. The album also features a pair of obligatory pop tracks, Lara Fabian's "The Dream Within" (which makes good use of Goldenthal's romantic themes) and L'Arc-en-Ciel's "Spirit Dreams Inside" (which doesn't).--Jerry McCulley』 『Asian Version featuring a Bonus Track: 'screaming' by Candy Lo.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great entry to the FFVII musicscape) 『To start, I want to say that I judge this compared to "true" film scores, not video game soundtracks, primarily because I think it has the same impact and scope. I know a lot of people are infatuated with the original FFVII soundtrack, which makes them a little bit unfair when considering this one, but let's face its, it didn't have the cinematic sound and scope as fleshed out as Crisis Core. There are full orchestral and string arrangements here to rival the best of movie scores, and that says a lot by itself. Naturally, in a release which pretty much contains every little tune played during the game, many of the tracks are not worth listening, or they might bring back bad memories of frustration trying to kill some boss. I completely dismiss them and just like in a movie, focus only on the ones which may have the potential to provide a lasting impression, since the merit of the effort can be measured by its highest points, not its lows. And Crisis Core has some real gems. Especially the track "The Burdened", with its heartfelt violin performance, masterfully conveying the tragic aspect of Aerith's and Zack's relationship, as well as their respective dark fates. This was a highlight during the game and still is on the soundtrack album. Ideal material for repeated listening. "The Price of Freedom" is yet another example of this sort, also heard during the game's great and heartbreaking finale. "Fulfilled Desire" is actually the closing credits track and this is where the score is treated to full orchestral majesty. The rousing, fanfare-like statement of the game's main theme is worth the price of admission alone. Original FFVII fans should also be very pleased with similarly great performances of beloved themes throughout this track. Overall, a great soundtrack of true cinematic quality and a worthy complement to an excellent game.』
(A beautiful change of pace...) 『Don't get me wrong - I adore Nobuo Uematsu's Final Fantasy soundtracks, but for Crisis Core, Takeharu Ishimoto nails it.
The emphasis on the guitar and other strings fits perfectly with the more gritty and nostalgic feel of Crisis Core. A perfect companion to the other Final Fantasy soundtracks, but unique in every way.』
(Excellant CD!) 『For a FFVII Fan this is well recommend. I love Final Fantasy especially FFVII, VIII, and X. FFVII is one of my favourite out of all and I've been wanting to play this game. I had bought the CD before the game but I fell in love with the music. It is perfect to listen to at any time. Well recommended for a FF--especially FFVII--fan.』
(Crisis Core - Final Fantasy (Original Soundtrack)) 『My daughter was so delighted to receive this as a Christmas present. She plays it continuosly. Thankyou!』
(Cool stuff) 『The music is very soothing, suitable for listening while studying. It feels as if I am playing the game while studying. Great stuff. 4 stars』 『Theme Song by Ayaka.』
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Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great Franck CD, rocommend to everyone) 『This is perhaps one of the nicest Franck recordings in market today.
Great Organ Sound, Great recording sound quality.
Nicely Done !!』
(Nectar of the Gods) 『Friend, if you are reading this, you have somehow found your way to what other reviewers have damned with faint praise. Let me say that this recording is typical Telarc, which is to say slightly muddy and without any precision of imaging or definition in the deep bass. Counting the pipes a la Dorian ain't happening. Having got past that, however, you will be treated to a Franck played straight, without any of the hamming up, none of the excessive rubato, none of the editorializing. Michael Murray lets the music speak for itself. Having listened to thousands of organs over many years, it is my opinion that the St Sernin instrument is one of the top two or three in the world. The exquisite flutes, the feathery reeds, the snarling contre bombarde like God's own chainsaw, all combining at times in the most awe inspiring sonic tsunami you're ever likely to hear. The masterful stop pulling which culminates in the sublime triumphal roar on track one will make your spirit soar and the hairs on the back of your neck rise. There really isn't any reason to own Franck played on any other instrument than a Cavaille Coll by a conscientious craftsman like Michael Murray, so start clicking and add this pair of discs to your collection toute suite.』
(French organ music) 『Nice album overall. Although this is authentic music by a French composer on a French organ, I am not a big fan of the French organs and would prefer this be played on a good American organ. That's just my opinion. Nothing's wrong with the playing.』
(Good Franck Offering) 『Michael Murray gives a nice performance of Franck based on his instruction from Dupre. The registration schemes often come from the Dupre tradition, while other performances have just as vital connections with different registration schemes. I personally like the use of the flue choruses where others might include those wonderful but sometimes monotonous reed sounds more often. Demesseiux's fabled Franck cycle resembles Murray's in registration. One reviewer may be correct...little passion, certainly when compared to the superb Alain recording at Caen. However, listen to Dupre and one won't find passion there, either. The music is served quite nicely, anyway. I find Murray's performance engaging and accessible (I am NOT an organist.) I think the organ was miked awfully close and for my taste, Murray's more recent recording of Franck, Widor and Dupre at Ste. Sulpice, while also miked very closely, gives an inviting, clearer sound, particularly since Murray uses the mixtures to unusually nice effect for that instrument. The Franck cycles I've heard over the past 30 years each has its own merits, and Michael Murray's is an equally fine offering.』
(Wonderful music, great organ, performance fine) 『The other reviewers for this offering have found fault with Michael Murray's performance and the organ tuning. I may be tone deaf or something, but I have no complaint with either of these issues.
The Cavaille-Coll instrument at St. Sernin comes out in this recording really magnificent with great miking by Renner and his recording team. I can listen to this recording at very high levels and it is clear and well defined, as compared with the Telarc-Murray recording at St. Sulpice, which is muddy and somewhat ill-defined. I listen to these two discs frequently and enjoy them each time.
Sometimes I can not believe all of us reviewers are discussing the same performance, but this is how folks can get a viewpoint on recordings before spending their money on them.』 『Michael Murray's teacher was Marcel Dupré, whose own teacher was Alexandre Guilmant, who was a friend and colleague of Franck. When it comes to organ music, these things matter. The French organ school is the greatest contemporary representation of organ performance and composition. Names like Franck, Widor, Vierne, Tournemire, Dupréand Messiaen read like a "who's who" of great composers for the instrument. Franck's organ music got the ball rolling, and Murray plays these wonderful pieces on an authentic 19th-century French organ constructed by the master himself, Aristide Cavaille-Coll. Add Telarc's state-of-the-art soundto this pedigree, and the result is a first-class recommendation.--David Hurwitz』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Better than any of the movies.) 『While the original crew had it better with the movies, The Next Generation was the only Star Trek TV series that I watched consistently. The show had a cast that at least equalled that of the original, boasted better production values, and plots that were intriguing and touched on varieties of concepts that Kirk, Spock, and Bones never got the chance to explore. Deep Space Nine was too mired into the whole"war of the quadrants"to explore any ideas with real satisfaction, and while Voyager had the best effects and the best premise, the cast was middling at best. As for Enterprise, hell, I tried to watch one episode and got too damn bored.
All Good Things..., the swan song episode for TNG, is possibly the best of Star Trek, period, focusing on mind-boggling concepts while retaining the character development and human interest that made the show so appealing. It's the seventh year that the crew of the Starhip Enterprise have been together, but Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) is experiencing odd timeshifts. He's constantly switching between three different time periods; to the past, right before the Farpoint mission, the present, and the future, where the crew has long since split up, Picard is retired and is diagnosed with a debilitating mental illness. Naturally, the rest of the crew is skeptical (be it in any time period), but when Picard discovers the true nature of his constant shifting, he realizes it is both the means and cause with which the existence of mankind could be erased.
I hesitate to give too much away, though I doubt anyone with a passing interest in Star Trek hasn't already seen this episode. But it plays as an interesting comparison and contrast to the series' first episode, Encounter at Farpoint, which it directly ties in to with Picard's timeshifting to the past. There's been a notable improvement in the quality of the sets and the visual effects, and also the acting, the pacing, and the plot development.
All Good Things... has all the solid acting one expects from the cast, and a human touch that was missing from the latest film, Nemesis. It's interesting to note that this episode (meaning the whole series, as well) ends with the door open for all sorts of possibilites; at this time, this clearly implied the much-hyped transition to the big screen.
Unfortunately, some of the more open-ended questions this episode focused on were never even touched on. Sure, the Worf/Troi/Riker triangle was resolved, but one of my favorite ongoing side stories, the burgeoning romance between Picard and Dr. Crusher, was completely ignored in the movies. And the final scenes lead one to believe that the movies would take us to"places"never explored, even though the most recent film was merely a plotless action movie that didn't even have enough action to warrant the movie's existence.
Stewart is the true highlight of this episode, displaying the great acting chops he's been known for. The fact that we care for him and the rest of the crew as well, adds a sense of urgency and involvement in the proceedings that the otherwise quite frantic pace alone might not have been able to develop. The plot twists are pure Trek, each mysterious element giving away to some big revelation that only leads to more questions. The story is engrossing, the dialogue is strong, and the performances and characterizations are spot-on.
There are a few problems with All Good Things. The timeshifting obviously means we're going to see past and future versions of the cast, but everyone's aged to the extent where they can't quite pass for their more youthful selves, and the old-age makeup is never entirely convincing (Old Riker's first appearance gave me a good laugh). That said, I would like to make mention of what full-blown hotties Marina Sirtis and especially Gates McFadden became (McFadden is easily the most attractive post 50-year old actress I've ever seen).
The continuing movie series actually began quite well; Generations and First Contact were enjoyable adventures, but everything seemed to fall apart with Insurrection. Funny, All Good Things... is a title that turned out more prophetic than anyone would have guessed. **** 1/2 out of *****』
(The End) 『This final episode of TNG stands alone as an all-time classic science fiction episode."All Good Things", (co-directed by David Carson, from Star Trek: Generations) moves back and forth across time in an eye-appealing way. It's very fulfilling to see Picard deal with both his past, present, future, and Q to top it all off! A great way to end the series.』
(pretty good episode) 『Why do I say three stars? Well, maybe its because I;ve seen it so many times. But, I think Q was a bit obnoxious ( isn't he always?) But, he talks about the cromes of humanity yada yada yada, so why does he even bother if he thins humans are beyond saving? Some parts are funny concerning Q, and the cast had some grea aacting. It was interesting see Picard going back and forth in time and doing a pretty good job of it!』
(on endings) 『I give the episode four stars because, as a piece of trek, it stands as an excellent exposition and explanation of both human interaction and the Q. The concepts of both changing one's future and that one's actions in the present will change that future are both admirably explicated by Picard, though be it unwillingly as evidenced by Q's whims. Unfortunately, it lacks its fifth star because"All Good Things"lacks one essential element. in 94 it was marketted as the final episolde of the series. Yet, I found no closure in the show. There is no notion that"All Good Things"is final in any sense of the word. I know it can be most difficult to compose an ending that is both final and open to furthering. Yet this episode is long on openness and short on closure. Altogether though, I cannot complain too bitterly about it.』
(It's too bad that "Nemesis" wasn't this good!) 『After recently viewing the latest big-screen adventure of the crew of Enterprise, I couldn't resist "revisiting" the last installment of the television version. Those that have seen this one know that it was indeed a great topper to a stellar series.
It features a possible "future" for our crew, complete with the marriage/divorce of two characters, the death of another, and a romantic triangle that always lay beneath the show's surface, along with the threat of the annihilation of the entire human race.
Acting nods, as always, go to Patrick Stewart who gets to go through three somewhat different character changes. The other cast members get a little more exposure in this expanded two-part episode. Even a crewmember from season one makes a return appearance.
And, as others have stated, John de Lancie resurfaces as the enigmatic "Q" and he, obviously, relishes the role.
Seven years of adventures came to a close with this appropriately titled five-star effort.』
『This two-hour finale ofStar Trek: The Next Generationis a very satisfying piece that leads the seven-year-old television series back to its beginnings in the originalTNGpilot. Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart), whipping through time uncontrollably, simultaneously finds himself back at the start of his tenure on board theEnterprisewhile also on the ship's deck in the present--at the same time he tried somewhat feebly to forestall a disaster in the distant future. As fans might expect, a certain imp named Q seems to be behind the mystery...but not necessarily for bad reasons. A wonderful wrap-up to seven years of TV legend,All Good Thingsdeserves to be a TV classic.--Tom Keogh』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great gift) 『I purchased this as a gift and it arrived on time and in good working order.』
(A Great Conclusion to the MiniSeries) 『If you enjoyed the original miniseries, you will appreciate this conclusion. Everything happens in a logical sequence toward the final outcome.』
(V: The Final Battle) 『Well packaged when delivered. Just as good as I remembered; earthlings fighting aliens who nearly conquer the Earth. This supplements the first TV series. Go back in time, when a man was a man, a woman was a woman, and an alien was, well, a man-eating reptile!』
(One of Us One of Them) 『This mini series did what the first one could not. It was very entertaining the entire time. The first one was predictable and slow, where this was filled with plot twists and action. I ecspecially like the twist with Julie played by Faye Grant. She was by far the bright spot in the series, as she portrayed the pressure of command with great realism. The miniseries is longer that the first set, but never becomes dull like the original was at times. I finished this series in one sitting at 1 am, because I could not hit the stop button. It reminds me alot of Red Dawn in the way that the resistance attacks the visitors. It starts out small and grows throughout the series. I do wish they would have included the distress signal from the original, but I guess they threw that plot line away. The special effects are not as good as the original, I guess that NBC didn't put as much money into this one. It doesn't hurt the series, but is noticably worse than the first. All the twists lead to a great ending that does conclude many of the plotlines. I don't know what the plotline is exactly for the regular series, but not much is left in the air at the end. V- The Final Battle is a great science fiction saga that should be given a chance by fans of the genre.』
(loved it!) 『I loved this sequel to the terrific original. The resistance movement tries to ward off the aliens as the latter tries to take over our planet. It shows what can happen when the wrong people gain control over our media, leaders, etc. Anyone into science fiction will love this. It introduces Michael Ironside and another character as the perfect complementary characters, and you will never forget the childbirth scene. The perfect companion DVD set!』 『Though followers of current science fiction television series may dismissV: The Final Battleas a quaint relic from the pre-computer animation days, the six-hour miniseries about an alien invasion of Earth was a ratings juggernaut for NBC in 1984 and should still provide some entertainment for hard-bitten devotees and fans of '50s-style sci-fi.The Final Battlepicks up four months after the shock conclusion of the 1983 prequel miniseries, with a small group of humans known as the Resistance struggling to convince their fellow humans that a fleet of seemingly friendly visitors from space are in fact bent on world domination.
Executive producer Kenneth Johnson (who oversaw most aspects of the first series) only supervised the sequel's script (which underwent several changes before its airing), and the writing occasionally suffers due to the lack of his attention. But the series still delivers its share of action and intrigue, as well as one showstopping gruesome moment involving the birth of interspecies twins. Acting is again a stumbling block, with leads Marc Singer and Faye Grant as bland as any performers from the American International Pictures stable; character actor Michael Ironside makes the strongest impression as a tough Resistance member, and a pre-Freddy Krueger Robert Englund is amusing as a kind-hearted alien. The miniseries was followed by an inevitable weekly series featuring most of the same cast, which was demolished in the ratings byDallas, but a faithful Resistance-like following remains to this day.--Paul Gaita』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Omen III) 『This was a fair sequel to the Omen series. Viewers should not be concerned of the horror aspect since there wasn't much blood and gore. It does establish the principle that good triumphs over evil in the end, and actor Sam Neill does an adequate job in this regard.』
(The Omen III The Final Conflict is a disturbing, violent classic) 『The Omen III is a classic but is easly the worst of the series so far, plus there is a rape scene, what the heck did they do to Damien
Plot- Damien is all grown up, he is a great contribution to the state, and he is everything anyone could ever ask for, but he is only brainwashing people to kill the children so Damien can rule the earth as the Devil's Son
Acting- Sam Neil probably saved the movie (nuff said)
Gore- some brains blown out, some stabbings, and brutal content
Bottom Line- 3 out of 5, not one of the best
Rated R, Time 108 minuets, 1981, Color』
(Where did my previous review go?) 『I wrote a review of this a while back and now it seems to be missing. At any rate, stay away from this piece of garbage. Having been a long-term horror fan, it really says something when a guy like me gets grossed out because a movie is about baby after innocent, defenseless baby being killed. And all because they are SUPPOSEDLY the second coming of Christ. Let me ask you this: if you were Christ and you wanted to come back because Damien was the anti-you, would you come back as a creature that was too weak to fend for itself? Of course not!!! You would come back as an adult so you could have at least a 50-50 chance of winning! In other words, the filmmakers made a conscious choice to have babies as the main victims in this movie. Sick, sick, sick!!!!』
(One of the worst movies I have ever seen...) 『And that's no lie. I recently decided to watch the entire Omen series and then review them in order. When I hit this one I realized I had made a big, big mistake.
Not unlike Damien: Omen II, Omen 3: The Final Conflict flashes forward to another period of Damien's life. Now in his thirties, Damien is the head of Thorn Industries and has just been appointed a US ambassador. As it was foretold in the original Omen, he is steadily rising to the top of the political world where he will soon usher in his father's rule. But all that changes when a particular constellation signals the second coming of Jesus Christ himself, threatening all Damien has worked for. To nip this problem in the bud, Damien simply calls upon his followers to carry out a mass marder of all male infants born at a certain time. Meanwhile a band of vigilante priests have recovered the seven daggers necessary to destroy Damien and plot to take him out.
What a hopeless bomb of a movie. One of the most convoluted plots ever weighed down further by horrid acting, dead slow pacing, and more plot holes than you can shake a stick at. Lets put it this way, if the final battle between heaven and hell induces yawns, then it's safe to say that something here isn't being presented very effectively. Even the great death sequences that have become a trademark of The Omen series are completely absent here. We have a priest falling off a bridge into some water, a hound dog attack, maybe a stabbing...That's about as creative as this one gets. The vast majority of the movie is Damien sitting in his office barking orders at his personal secretary and occasionally spouting off sacreligious banter at a crucifix. Believe me, it's as exciting as it sounds.
There's really no way I could recommend this to even the most hardcore Omen fan. This has strayed so far from what made the original great that it's almost unrecognizable as an Omen movie. There are really only two things that remain consistent throughout the Ome series: The Jerry Goldsmith music score, and each movie is half as good, (or twice as bad) as the last.』
(Part 3! 3 Stars!) 『Sorry, but I have to talk for a moment about the concept of the "Part 3". I like watching Part 3s, especially Part 3s to successful, blockbuster flicks. By the time you get to a Part 3 in a series, the screenwriters are trying their damnedest to put a new spin on the story and take it in a different direction to separate it from the first. This usually results in laughable, silly and outrageous ideas on film. After all, everything cool and worthwhile was in Part 1, and sometimes you can wring a few interesting concepts from a Part 2, but by Part 3 you're really stretching it(and of course even more so if more sequels are made). Stuff like Star Wars and Back to the Future don't count coz they were envisioned as trilogies from the getgo. But Part 3s can be very fun to watch in their own right. They might be bad films(in rare cases they are better than the Part 2), but can be enjoyed in a different way than the first film was enjoyed. It's because of Part 3s that Rocky is getting thrown out of the ring by Hulk Hogan, and that Superman is teaming up with Richard Pryor and dealing with an evil twin. It's also the reason Karate Kid 3 ended up being Karate Kid 3. Well, in this case of Part 3s, I'm talking about the Antichrist. No, not Will Farrell, good ol' Damien from The Omen. In the Final Conflict he has managed to go from 5 to 32 years old in the space of 5 years. He is now reigning king of Thorn Industries and ambassador to Great Britain. He gets a bit worried when he finds out that Christ has recently been reborn, and sends his "Disciples of the Watch"(Ha! Now I know where Testament got that!) to kill all babies born on that particular day. If that weren't stressful enough for the Antichrist, there's a gang of Antichrist hunters out to assassinate him. Armed with those daggers that were given to Gregory Peck in the first film, they periodically attack, only to fail of course. Besides, wasn't this act supposed to be carried out on hallowed ground? Oh well, it's a Part 3. There's also a reporter who has the hots for Damien, then eventually realizes who he is, but by that time her son has been brought into the Antichrist fold. Damien also introduces her to the wonderful world of rough sex. This movie is okay. It's not terribly exciting, but just interesting enough to make you want to see it through. Yes, some new concepts are thrown in, but this movie really doesn't feel like a horror film at all, and that's a far cry from the first Omen. I've always really liked Sam Neill, but it's difficult for me to buy him as the Antichrist. He's too nice or something. He seems more just like a corrupt and shrewd corporate headhoncho than the son of the devil. Plus, you'd think the "final conflict" between Jesus and the Antichrist would be a bit more epic. I mean, this is the battle of all battles, baby!! This should be Cecil B. Demille on friggin' steroids. This should make Lord of the Rings look like Deathstalker 4. Oh, well. I guess for a movie that was pretty unnecessary to begin with, it wasn't all that bad.』 『TheOmenseries concludes with this second sequel, starring Sam Neill as the adult Damien--a.k.a. the son of Satan--in a battle with the heavens for control of mankind. The film ends up depending more heavily on effects and spectacle than on the kind of basic horrors that made the first movie in the series so unsettling, but at least this one gives some closure to the seemingly endless saga.--Tom Keogh』 『Set in an eerie future, The Great Recession has arrived. As worldwide starvation and economic doom prevail, so does Damien who relentlessly continues his sinister plot to control the world.
Damien's evil power reaches out across the Atlantic when he's appointed ambassador to England. With an ominous band of satanic supporters behind him, its only his first stop on a political path he plans to culminate as President of the United States. But first, he enters upon a manic hunt for his arch-nemesis (God) an wreaks havoc all along the way.
A disturbing and shocking exploration of evil, the prophesy of Armageddon sets this film, and Earth, on fire.』
price:$4.99
20th Century Fox
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Angel at its Best.) 『Spike, Wolfram&Hart, Gunn with mad lawyer skills, Fred's unforgettable transformation, and puppets. This is the good one, folks.』
(very happy) 『I am very haqppy with the product and how fast i got it. This shows final season was great and for being used it was in great condition. The price was great too and i will order from that company again and through amazon in general.』
(Too Bad This Was the Last Season) 『From the pilot episode of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" all the way through this last season of "Angel", I always had one or the other, or both, to enjoy and keep my work week rolling along. Getting to watch Season 5 again after all these years was a real treat and I highly recommend "Angel" to anyone who is/was a "Buffy" fan and didn't give "Angel" a chance. I feel that "Angel" was consistently good from episode-to-episode and season-to-season. Something I always appreciated was how the writers (and Joss Whedon) never shied away from making fun of the show and/or the characters at times, even if the plot was dark. And when things got dark, they were really dark. But there's always a subtle sense of hope that runs through the episodes and seasons that, in conjunction with the great story-lines and writing, helped to bind the show together and keep things flowing along.
I hated to see the show end, but it's always better to go out with a roar instead of a whimper. Enjoy!』
(SERIOUSLY OVER RATED!) 『First I want to say I LOVE this series (even better then Buffy). Angel is my #1 favorite series ever (Buffy's #2), but I didn't like this season. It was a completely different show all together. In season 4 they BUTCHERED Cordy's character (making her have sex with Connor, even if she was possessed it was just disgusting) and in season 5 they totally butchered Angel and Spike's characters and killed 3 of my favorite characters. Spike was my favorite character off of Buffy. He was actually the reason I watched the show his character was so fun to watch and funny (you laugh at almost everything he says), but his character went from the funny, rebel of Buffy that never really fit in and didn't really care to almost boring on Angel. And Angel wasn't the character I grew to love watching on his own show through the years either. He became kind of an ass and a lot darker of a character (not Angelus dark and not "poor me" Buffy series dark, but kind of like he's just drained and hasn't really care anymore). The show was definitely missing that lighter vibe Cordy brought that they tried to fill by bringing Harmony into the cast (they failed) and it was obvious they tried to make Spike fill in for Gunn (since they change Gunn's charater too), but it doesn't work because like I said they loose the character of Spike in doing so. The only things I liked about the show was the closure it gave to Angel and Connor's relationship and Illyria was actually a pretty cool character (but I would have traded her for a Wes/Fred ship for the season).
I also thought Joss was in such a hurry to try and get over the Angel/ Cordy thing once they finished her character that no one seemed to care at all when she died, no one really mentioned it (except Angel a couple times here and there) and Angel within the next couple of episodes is already dating someone else (which I think was a huge disrespect to the character of Cordelia). Even if you don't count the fact that they were in love she was his best and dearest friend and I honestly don't think Angel had he have been himself that season would have gotten over it so fast. I think Joss handled it not only disrespectful to the character of Cordelia, but to Angel's character as well.
If you're just watching to see if Angel and Buffy end up together or Buffy and Spike it's a total waste of time as well. She does love BOTH of them, but there is no real closure on the love triangle.
In seasons 1-3 they have a mission and it's all like one big novel (like the Harry Potter series) with season 4 rounding it out. Season 5 was just completely different! No more Angel Investigations, no more champions, no more fighting for redemption or to help the helpless, no more working for/with the powers the be, none of the things that made the series, the series. EVERYTHING is gone and everyone's personality changes (or they die, or both). It's like if you watched "Gone with the Wind" and everyone wants to know what happens next, but then years after the author dies, some women gets the rights from a relative of the author to do a sequel and it's horrible! They change Scarlett and Rhett's personalites, they have them doing things their characters would never do, and acting in ways their characters would never act and it's just so badly ruined the story for you that you wished you'd never even seen it. That's what they do to the characters in season 5 as continuing of the Buffy&Angel series. I hated the fact that Spike died at the end of season 7 of Buffy, but if I knew they'd butcher his character in season 5 of Angel I would've just rathered they kept him the way he was and ended the Angel series at season 3 or 4.
I think the people excited about Spike are just so excited because he's back that they don't even realize that he's not the same character anymore. Also fans of Cordy's probably wont like season 5 and will probably feel the energy missing from it not having her character around. Angel's character also changes drastically not having her around (as I mentioned earlier). Gunn's character totally changes, so fans of Gunn may or may not like the new Gunn, etc. etc.
The point to my ramblings is that this season really should not have even happened (Plus the ending sucks). But it got 2 points from me (only because the Illyria character was cool and they ended Connor and Angel really nicely, in my opinion).』
(very happy with this product) 『Sorry this took so long. I didn't have the internet for some time. I was very happy with this purchase. It was in perfect condiction. Thanks!!!』 『No description available for this title. Item Type:DVD Movie Item Rating:NR Street Date:03/10/09 Wide Screen: no Director Cut:no Special Edition:no Language:ENGLISH Foreign Film:noSubtitles:no Dubbed:no Full Frame:yes Re-Release:no Packaging:Sleeve』 『Lives were upended--and some co-opted--in the fifth and final season ofAngel, as the denizens of Angel Investigations found themselves taking on one of their scariest endeavors ever: corporate life. After making a literal deal with the devil (or something distinctly devil-like), Angel (David Boreanaz) moved his team from their crumbling hotel to the high-rise digs of law-firm-from-hell Wolfram&Hart, his reasoning being they could better fight the forces of evil from the inside, and with more resources to boot. Clever maneuvering or easy rationalization? Not a few members of Angel's team accused him of selling out (as did a number of viewers), but as with most of the show's previous four seasons,Angelsomehow took a dubious premise and mined it for gold. And with one core cast member gone (Charisma Carpenter, whose Cordelia was immersed in a deep coma), it seemed as if the show, from within and without, would suddenly fall apart--that is, until Angel's longtime nemesis Spike (James Marsters) showed up, fresh from his sacrificial roasting at the series finale ofBuffy the Vampire Slayer. Let the vampire games begin!
WithBuffyoff the air, fans flocked toAngel's last season to get their fix of Joss Whedon's "Buffyverse" in any form they could, and the addition of Spike was a shrewd one, albeit not enough to keep the show from getting canceled. And for the first half of the season, the creative forces behind the show seemed to be toying ruthlessly with the audience. Spike was around, but not entirely corporeal; Angel himself became sullen and withdrawn; and most horrifically, sweetheart scientist Fred (Amy Acker) and former watcher Wesley (Alexis Denisof) underwent traumas that would test even the most devoted viewer. However, just when you'd be about to throw in the towel, things started changing for the better--Spike became a permanent fixture (both in the flesh and on the show), Angel's secret motives were revealed, and the introduction of demon warrior Illyria, who proved to be the show's answer toBuffy's sardonic demon-made-human Anya, was a welcome breath of fresh air. Creatively,Angelalso came up with some of its best episodes, including "Smile Time" (where Angel is turned into a puppet - really!) and "You're Welcome" (the show's 100th episode, which marked the bittersweet return of Carpenter's Cordelia). The ending of the series was deliberately ambiguous, and not everyone made it through alive, but in going out kicking, it was a proper sendoff for a show that always fought the good fight.--Mark Englehart』
price:$25.99
New Line Home Video
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Unsure, but right now not buying this) 『I am looking at this when it comes out but unless this version contains the 91 minute version of Nightmare 5, I would not 2 buy this. I have the big collectors set&I would like it a smaller set but I am not wasting my money if the set is still 90 minutes in the dream child.』
(Great Movies...Wrong Move...) 『Lets start off by saying they are obviously like everyone else does when something is remade or made into a sequel re-releasing this box set to prepare for the remake of the awsome horror series from back in the 80's. Let me just say that the remake looks really good, except for the fact that they recasted Freddy? How can that ever happen? Anyways...
This box set in my mind is considered theft from your wallet or purse. They re-release them and with no special extras. You get what I mean though! Just the regular first released editions and also with no 3d glasses as in the first dvd box set released. Plus NO Freddy Encyclopedia with info. on Freddy? Who would want this box set for more money out of your wallet when you can hurry and buy the original dvd box release with a bunch of extras for dollars less? WARNING THOUGH: They will purposly make the first box set out of print just so you'll have to buy this ridiculous box set for more of a cost.
In my opinion...Your wasting your money!!!』
(Pathetic marketing ploy for Nightmare reboot) 『The previous review covered all of the logistical problems with this new collection: higher cost with less content. Now let's go over another disturbing problem: the cover. It features the wrong/new Freddy; Robert Englund stars in these eight films, yet the cover features Jackie Earle Haley's lame new rendition. This is just another cheesy gimmick intended to raise interest in the Nightmare reboot. New Line cinema should be ashamed for whoring themselves out to Platinum Dunes this way. As revealed in the "Nightmare Encyclopedia" from the original box set, New Line was a struggling, no-name company before the Nightmare franchise; Nightmare made them what they are today. Yet the makers of the reboot have repeatedly disrespected both Wes Craven and Robert Englund, and this cover shows that New Line's alliances lay with Platinum Dunes, and not with the creative forces that made them rich.
If you are a fan of the Nightmare series, do what was recommended above and buy the original box set, and Freddy vs. Jason by itself. You may pay a little more, but I believe the special features are more than worth the price. If you want all the films as cheaply as possible, then buy both Film Favorite four packs; you will save $12 compared to this set.
A Nightmare on Elm Street 1-4: 4 Film Favorites A Nightmare on Elm Street 5-8: 4 Film Favorites The Nightmare on Elm Street Collection』
(Disappointed) 『Extremely happy with the shipping time of delivery. Was estimated to arrive in a months time but got it a week later. However the product itself was not so satisfying. Each of the 8 discs have marks and scratches on them. I have watched 3 of the discs and so far all is good. Also the inside of the dvd covers were all broken. Poor effort I must say. Besides that, Nightmare on Elm Street is a great collection!』
(Triple Dipped) 『Unless the original Nightmare on Elm Street box set is going out of print then don't bother with this set. No improvements on this set but comes out in time to cash in on the remake of the original Nightmare on Elm Street. It takes out the Nightmare Encyclopedia, which is well worth checking out, and replaces it with the subpar Freddy VS Jason. Didn't they just re-release these movies in a four pack anyways? Save your money and either buy the 4 Film Favorites dvds which includes all 8 films but way cheaper (and probably what this set consist of) or buy the original set for basically the same price and get the cool Nightmare Encyclopeida, it's your money.』 『PLATINUM SERIES DVD BOX SET-JUST IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN 1999. THE MOST AMBITIOUS DVD PROJECT TO DATE. 3D DVD, TWO COMMENTARIES, 8TH DVD FULL OF CAST AND CREW INTERVIEWS, EXTENSIVE DVD-ROM CONTENT AND MORE.』 『In the trinity of modern horror films, there's the father (Michael Myers ofHalloween), the son (Jason ofFriday the 13thfame, a knockoff), and the unholy spirit, Freddy Krueger of theNightmare on Elm Streetfilms. The spectral man who haunted the nightmares of unsuspecting teenagers with deadly consequences, Freddy (as played by Robert Englund) was a truly frightening bogeyman and icon for the '80s. Unlike the hockey-masked Jason, who dispatched horny teenagers with mechanical and monotonous ease (he never talked, never took off his mask), Freddy was a truly creative and diabolical villain, with a sadistic and blackly funny personality. The hallmarks of theNightmare on Elm Streetseries were imaginatively gruesome suspense pieces, set in the overactive imaginations of the teen victims. The first film of the series, Wes Craven's truly intelligent and scary film, was so hugely successful it begat not one, not two, butsixmore sequels, each pretty much diluting the originality and horror of its predecesor. (Horror fans will fondly remember Drew Barrymore's assertion inScreamthat the firstNightmarefilm was great but all the rest sucked.) Still, there's fun to be had in the remaining films in the series, seeing as a number of aspiring filmmakers cut their teeth on the continuing saga of Freddy. Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption) and Chuck Russell (The Mask) worked on the third installment,Dream Warriors(starring a young Patricia Arquette), and Renny Harlin (Die Hard 2) came to prominence with the ingeniously macabre fourth film,The Dream Master, coscripted by Brian Helgeland (L.A. Confidential). Craven and original star Heather Langenkamp did return for the last film,New Nightmare, which presaged the tongue-in-cheek postmodernism of theScreamfilms and resharpened Freddy's ability to scare.--Mark Englehart』
price:$7.45
Sony Pictures
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Truly COMPLETE; technically a 4.75) 『I have been a proud owner of a copy of the original DVD release of Advent Children since the day of its original release, back in April of 2006. I have loved every viewing since then and did not think it would be possible to love the movie any more if I tried. Well, it turns out that I didn't need to try at all to love it more. Watching the Blu-Ray version instantly won me over all over again.
Bottom line: If you're a fan of FFVII but have never seen Advent Children before, the Blu-Ray version is the version to get if you have a Blu-Ray disc player. If you're a fan of FFVII and the DVD version of Advent Children and have a Blu-Ray player, then you also should really get this version. I understand completely how somewhat ridiculous it sounds to buy essentially two copies of the same one movie, but just like the jump from DVD to Blu-Ray with most every other movie, you won't look back here. Sure, you could watch an upscaled DVD version of the movie, but this is really much much better.
For starters, an upscaled DVD version will not have the extra 26 or so minutes added throughout the movie in this Blu-Ray release. You might think that wouldn't amount to much, but these little additions here and there - some, not so little - truly add more depth and clarity to the plot overall, as well as make the movie more cohesive. A fellow reviewer described the original DVD version as "an extended cutscene". After seeing this version of Advent Children, you'll feel the same way; as the title of this product states, this version is Complete.
The only criticism I have - and this is why my five stars are actually a 4.75 in disguise - is that like another reviewer mentioned, the visual quality varies from scene to scene. The added content is GORGEOUS, everything you'd expect from a Blu-Ray. Much of the original content is much the same. But, there are a few scenes here and there that appear noticeably fuzzy. Generally speaking, however, you may notice the subtle differences, but you won't care too much. The story is much more enjoyable this time around.
On one final note, it is still possible to choose to hear the Japanese voice acting if you wish, which is really great considering the original release had the same option. Of course, this time around, you can change the language and subtitles at will.
So, to close, I'd definitely recommend this Blu-Ray movie to anyone either newly interested in Advent Children or those who have already seen or owned the movie before. It's certainly worth the money if you're a fan of the film. 』
(Blown Away!!!!) 『Having never played the game, I did not have a reference point and I was still blown away!!! The graphics, attention to details.... WOW!!! I have seen 3d animation before but never like this. I find that I am unable to come up with adequate words to describe this movie. So here goes....
The CG dept and animators really balanced it by making it somewhat real but not too real so one could still see that it was still animation..... The clothing on the characters moved with each step they took and if standing still in a windy area their gear would undulate on the breeze. One can distinguish texture from knit, leather, and jean material.....WOAH!!!!!
The fight scenes were out of this world!!! Those motorcycles ridden by the main characters were crazy!!!! Kind've reminded me of the motorcycle in the Dark Knight but over the top without looking ridiculous. The weapons, in particular, that sword of Cloud's... INSANE!
For the most part, anyone who sees this movie will be impressed!
Highly recommend!!!
』
(From someone who didn't play the game) 『As the title suggests i did not play ff7. In fact Advent Children was my introduction to the Final Fantasy line. That was maybe four years ago, i still have not gotten my hands on a copy of FF7 but i Advent Children is one of my favorite movies of all time. This complete version of it is even better. There are a lot of reviews with a lot of good comments so i won't repeat. But i do think its important to know that this movie is still fantastic without having played the game. And the complete version is much easier to follow considering that. Amazing movie. Definitly in my top two.』
(BADASS!!!!) 『this movie was so cool, i had seen it once but never on blu-ray, which is way i was surprised when i got to the battle between cloud and the best villian ever Sephiroth, to find its extended on the blu-ray version, it was so cool zack fair even appears during the fight, and its way better then the average, normal battle... get it if your a fan of one of the greatest games of all time FINAL FANTASY 7, or if you have never seen the extended ending, its worth it...』
(Once Is Not Enough) 『Final Fantasy 7/ Advent Children, Two Disc Set (I own the Blu-ray FF7/AC Complete also) is pure CGI heaven with just the right amount of action and pathos to both rock and emote! Even the soundtrack reaches across a broad spectrum of emotions ranging from exhiliarating fun to suspenseful action to a touch of humor to deep, heavy sadness. Oh yeah, believe it!
May I also mention that I have NEVER played the game in my entire life. I'm not X,Y, or whatever generation, more like "boomer', and as one previous reviewer predicted, I was introduced to FF7/AC in the "new millenium" via YouTube music videos. What I saw, blew me away so I continued to explore the FF franchise.
Hollywood has its Shrek, The Lion King, Toy Story, Kung Fu Panda, you name it, but Square-Enix has produced one of the most defined and humanistic 'video game-based" full-length feature film which I have ever set my eyes upon.
Yes, I admit (like many fans/players), I felt an emotional connection to FF7/AC's CG-animated characters, especially the main protagonist, Cloud who had suffered so much loss. Hey, would it hurt for him to crack a smile?! If you're searching for one of the hippest, cutest, and ultra-cool video game heroes to root for, look no more. Cloud and his friends fit the description and then some. From hair to clothes to accessories (dig those wolfy doorknockers Cloud) to shoes to gestures to dialogue to the neatest fight moves, FF7/AC brings it on! Everything is so "fly" about this movie.
It certainly helps to be familiar with the prequel, FF7/Crisis Core but don't get me wrong, FF7/AC, a true CGI marvel, can stand on its own. I personally chose to backtrack for a beginning since I have never played the FF games. Needless to say, video clips and plot synopsis are all available on line to fill in the gaps enabling a seamless storyline. BTW, the English dubbing is spot on! Thank goodness, no generic dubbing! All the characters sound the way I imagined them to be.
With the minor exception of some reverential/philosophical talk which may go over the heads of a very young audience, I of the "baby-boomer" generation got the biggest blast out of FF7/AC! Since I own the Blu-ray version as well, the technology has resulted in imagery of photographic quality. Every detail and subtle facial/physical nuance can be detected perfectly. Indeed, "not reality, but actuality". Blu-ray also offers almost a half hour more footage and sharpness of scenes beyond compare. The regular DVD gives a more "softer" look overall but a knockout just the same. There are in-depth interviews with FF7's creators from director, artists, composers, etc., etc., etc. in the latter disc as well. I enjoyed discovering the journey of FF7 making it one of the most influential video games ever.
Guys and gals, young and old alike will fall in love with the techno-magic and the honorable characters as they evolve to battle evil forces. Now, isn't it so natural to root for an underdog hero in everyday life? Well what are you waiting for? Time to watch FF7/AC once, twice, thrice..................!!!!』 『Cloud and his friends must reunite to combat a fast-spreading mysterious illness that threatens to destroy the world's inhabitants. Genre:Science Fiction Rating:PG13 Release Date:4-SEP-2007 Media Type:DVD』 『The question facing any viewer of the Japanese CG featureFinal Fantasy VII: Advent Childrenis: 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 theFinal Fantasyworld 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),FFVIIopens 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 VIIwill 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 theFinal Fantasystory up toVII, as well as a making-of documentary, deleted scenes, and promotions for futureFinal Fantasy VIIgames and products round out the extras.--Paul Gaita』
タイトル『 SONY Equivalent Extended Capacity PSP98552 Equivalent Replacement Batteries for the PSP-1000 ***Includes Custom Designed MousePad*** >
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price:$39.99
Accessory Power
『This handy rechargeable battery pack is the perfect companion onlong tripsfeaturing 3.6V/2100mAh. Fully Compatible with thePSP-1000series models, Requires Extended Battery Cover for use with thePSP-2000.
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Dead after 90 days - 2/3 of the purchase price for warranty replacement) 『purchased it, hardly used it - when we needed to use it about 90 days after purchase it wouldn't charge backup and wase dead. Contacted the manufacturer and it will cost two thirds of the purchase price to acquire a replacment from them and I have to pay postage to mail it to them. USELESS 3YR WARRANTY !!!!!』 『Accessory Power Sony PSP98552 replacement is compatible with: PSP-1000. You can feel confident when you purchase Accessory Power Brand batteries due to our devotion to high manufacturing standards and quality control. Our batteries are guaranteed to be compatible with the original manufacturer's standards and in most cases, outperform the original with value-added features like GOLDEN CONTACT tips and Anti-Surge BSP Technology. Manufactured with Silicon Valley technology to European precision standards, we are confident that no other company provides the same value combined with the most competitive prices in the industry. We believe in our batteries and offer an unheard of FREE 3-YEAR EXTENDED MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY on all of our batteries.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Nice.) 『I adore the headband. It's nice, and it's not cheep plastic. I wear it all the time now, and I even get called Kabuto or 'hey sound ninja' on the steet. They do sell these at Hot Topic, but are hard to find the Sound. If you like the Sound, go for this. But be warned, it has shapr eges. I used it to up peal a Orunge. Thats ninja skills right there.』
(A bit small...) 『A really nice piece of merchandise for fans to own, however it is a bit small.
I assume that is because the main aduience for this item is children, but the metal plant and size of the band make it awkward for adults or teens looking to add it to a costume. It will fit, but the band will be tight and you won't have more than an inch of excess fabric after knotting it.
If possible, I think interested buyers should try to locate one of these in person to get an idea of the size if you require a larger one.』
(kid review) 『i like it alot! on thing was that when you wear it on your forehead it doesn't form to the shape of your head.』
(this head band rocks) 『I love this headband I will not take it off this head band is the best』
(this headband is awsome) 『i just got this item and i have added it to the rest of my headbands so now i have all the villages headbands and bandanas thanka amazon.com!!!』 『Licensed Naruto anime merchandise. Headband worn by all the Sound Village ninja's in the hit anime, Naruto. Approx. 36" long. Metal plate cosplay headband. Adjustable, one size fits all.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Chocobo fleece scarf!) 『This scarf is so adorable! I'm very happy with the quality and warmth of it. It is a bright yellow scarf, featuring Chocobo on one end and "Final Fantasy VII" logo on the other end. Both are completely embroidered, so this is a durable, wearable scarf. I'm a big fan of Chocobos, so I had to have this. I recommend this for every chocobo fan.』
(It's a scarf not a toy. Why am I asked to rate it as a toy?) 『It came quickly in the promised condition. I rate the seller 5 stars and wasn't sure where to put that, since all the rating criteria had nothing to do with the seller.』 『Final Fantasy Fleece Winter Scarf. Design with FF series' favorite character inchesChocobo inches. The scarf is approx. 62 inches long.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Cool Stuff, Wrong Character) 『Sorry, while this little collection seems neat it is very misleading. The products in the box are actually belonging to Cloud Strife and Vincent Valentine's set. The sword and what looks to be a pin belonging to Cloud, the necklace and I believe the ring as well belonging to Vincent Valentine from Dirge of Cerberus. If you like the items you see, go for it. But if you only want them because you think they're linked to Sephiroth, then make sure not to buy this hoax.』 『Final Fantasy VII Advent Children Sephiroth Ring, Necklace, Pin&Blade Box Set』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (We need more Final Fantasy plushies) 『This plush chocobo is soft and yet nice and sturdy... and the book is easy enough to snip off if you just want the chocobo part. ;) We need more nice solid plush Final Fantasy figures like this. Tonberry? Moogle? Cactaur? yes please!』
(Warrrkk!!) 『TOO CUTE!!! A must have for any Final Fantasy nut or chocobo aficionado. . . or is that a chocophile? At any rate, buy one to hug and love!』
(chocobo plush) 『I recieved this plush in the mail. It's very cute and adorable. I highly reccommend anyone to purchase this product. Very good quality. I will be purchasing from this site in the future.』
(best stuffed animal ever!) 『awesome quality with official square enix tags still attached and still wrapped in plastic. great for anyone who is an avid fan of the final fantasy series. great for children too, as there are no small pieces to choke on and is very soft. recommended for all.』
(Chocobo plush) 『This is a very cute plushie of Chocobo, with his magic book. He's very cute and detailed. I love it! He matches the chocobo on my chocobo scarf, perfectly! I did think he'd be a little bigger, but that's not an issue for me. From tail to end of book, he's about 8.5 inches. From top of head to bottom of feet, 8.5 inches. From the front, wing to wing, he is about 7 inches. So he's a cute little fluffy thing. I'd recommend this to the chocobo lover in your family.』 『The Final Fantasy Chocobo plush measures approximately 7 inches.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Final Fantasy Aerith) 『I purchased this iteam as a collectibles iteam and thus i havent really opened the action figure out of its compartment, it looks durable and it even has its own stand. I don't regret it being my first purchance in Amazon. 5/5』
(ABCTOYS should say directly that they don't take debit cards) 『I ordered this item and another action figure Zack Fair, from this seller, and I kept getting emails that my order couldn't be completed. The weird thing is, I ordered a Cloud action figure from another seller and the order went through.』
(Very Detailed Figure since the Mario Family figures) 『This figure is very detailed, and almost realistic, I have not played around with the figure and still in it's packaging, so I don't know about the poseability, but I take it from the other reviews here, that it is indeed poseable. This figure is the most detailed figure that I have seen since the "Mario Family" figures, except the "Mario Family" figures are not poseable. This figure is also pretty good size as well, unlike most figures which are usually like 1/2" to maybe 2" in size, this one makes all them looks incredibly small.』
(Aerith) 『This figure is very posable with optional hands and her trademark staff. This is a very well done representation of the character from FF VII. The detail is excellent.』
(The Best Figure I've ever had) 『This was a very well made figure. It was beautifully made and I liked how I posed it.
I'd say if you're a Final Fantasy VII fan who collects these kind of things, they you should buy this.』 『For the first time ever, the characters based on the Playstation game likeness of Final Fantasy VII have been made into highly articulated Play Arts Action Figures! Collect all three characters: CLOUD STRIFE comes equipped with his famous BUSTER SWORD. TIFA LOCKHART is attired in a mini-skirt, with all details accurate right down to her dolphin tail hairstyle. AERITH GAINSBOROUGH is in a soft pvc dress, to allow for poseability, and comes with her trademark Staff. Sculpted under the supervision of original character designer Tetsuya Nomura, all three figures are highly poseable, with at least 20 points of articulation, and stand approximately 8 tall.』
price:$6.40
DC Comics
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Final Crisis: Legion of Three Worlds hits it out of the universe) 『If you aren't a fan of the Legion of Superheroes, this book might not be for you. If you don't know who "Lightning Lad, Saturn Girl, and Cosmic Boy" are, you might have some trouble figuring out who is who, and just what exactly is going on.
Geoff Johns, the brilliant mind behind Infinite Crisis, and the guy who resurrected Green Lantern continues several of his own works in this installment set in the 30th Century.
Having little to do with Final Crisis itself, FC:Lo3W follows the newly restored pre crisis LOSH (albeit the not quite as middle-aged as they were in the late 80s/early 90s version)
As the title implies, this Legion (who might be confusing to some)has a run in with the Zero Hour (1994 Legion) and the continuity that came after that.
FC:Lo3W also serves as a DIRECT sequel to the following titles:
Infinite Crisis Sinestro Corps War Emerald Eclipse
As a long time Legion fan and a definite fan of Johns' work, I would dare say that this book was better than Infinite Crisis.』
(Not really a Legion story in the final analysis) 『The limited series collected here has a lot going for it. The art by George Perez is just breathtaking. He poured everything he had into it. The script by Geoff Johns sparkles. He really gets the Legion as a concept and as individual characters. There are any number of interactions between Legionnaires that Legion fans really haven't seen since Paul Levitz left the Legion title 20 years ago. The Blok/White Witch, Sun Boy/Polar Boy, Wildfire/Dawnstar moments really hit on all cylinders. Further, Johns has used some of the best innovations of Levitz's successors to great effect like Brainiac 5's social ineptness, Lightning Lad's temper, Gates, and XS.
The plot is fairly gripping also. A classic Legion foe, the Time Trapper, unleashes a threat involving further Classic Legion foes (Mordru, Legion of Super-Villians) which requires three alternate Legions to stop.
Unfortunately, at the foundation this isn't really a Legion story at all. It's actually a Superman story that's part of a company wide crossover event with the Legion as supporting characters. This is how Johns sees the Legion - as Superman supporting characters. Or more accurately, he sees the classic Legion as supporting characters. The two reboot Legions he sees as somewhat expendable cannon fodder.
Although the book can be read standalone one can't help but feel you're missing a lot of nuances if you aren't familiar with a lot of DC story lines and crossovers that have happened over the past few years. For example, the dramatic appearance of Sodam Yat at the end of issue 2 was largely wasted on me because I had never heard of Sodam Yat before then.
In short, if this should be read as part of a larger story. If one comes in hoping for a classic Legion adventure, one will be slightly disappointed.』
(Perez art and the Legion - 'nuff said.) 『Most of the reviews already cast cover all that needs to be said. I'd only be duplicating. So will just say that I really enjoyed this story and though I hate the whole evil Superboy Prime and his lunatic homicidal killing schtick. The rest of the story is really good. I hope we never hear from evil superboy prime again. Yawwn. it's done played out and boring now. I missed the original Legion and it is great to see them in action and to see the other 2 versions as guests. Well done.』
(Beautiful Perez art, only one drawback though.) 『As said in title, George Perez always has beautiful art, no exception here. My only problem with this series is despite my dislike of Johns, I liked his writing on LOSH, and this was great but the last 2 issues killed it for me.
CAUTION SPOILERS:
I hate the character of Superboy, his concept is stupid and ultimately he should have stayed dead. But one of the problems with johns writing is he tends to play up his fav. characters in spite of putting down others. I saw absolutlely no point in bringing back superboy and kid flash other than that johns likes these lame characters and saw this as a vehicle in which he could bring them back. other than these two bad things happening overall it was good. def. not required reading for FC, in fact there is no evidence in this at all of it being related to FC.』
(Excellent Book, Long Live The Legion!!!) 『I have been reading Comics and especially Legion since I was a boy. I have hated How DC has convoluted their timeline but Geoff Johns has done them a good solid lately with his stories lately. First in the action comics storyline reintroducing the real legion as adults and now this story which shows that all of the other legion stories have been from alternate universes. He also made the villian that no one can stand Superboy Prime very menacing. All in all a great story. It was actually better than the actual Miniseries Final Crisis which after reading twiceis still not a real successor to the whole crisis series but that is another story. Legion of three worlds gets a 5 out of 5.』 『Superstar writer Geoff Johns and legendary artist George Perez deliver the Crisis of the 31st century as the Legion of Super-Heroes reaches out for help against a powerful foe they can't beat alone! From the moment Superman landed on Earth until the end of time, the Time Trapper has sought to erase Superman's impact on the universe. But the Legion of Super-Heroes have always been there to stop the relentless villain. Now, one Legion isn't enough as the Time Trapper taps a twisted mirror image of The Boy of Steel from a parallel Earth long dead: Superboy-Prime! Who will answer the Legion's call for help? With ties to INFINITE CRISIS, FINAL CRISIS and the history of the DCU, this tremendous miniseries is not to be missed!』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (boo) 『Great Buy Books took three and a half weeks to send me my book, when it got here it was the wrong book and when I asked for the right one they said they never had it to begin with..... truly terrible experience』
(Great accessory for the game) 『A must if you want to discover the entire game. It was great to have this help aide by your side when playing.』
(Just as described.) 『Strategy guide was in great condition. Shipping was fast. Would do business with again! Thanks!!』
(Decent price) 『Got this after my old one bit the dust. Love the game and I wanted the book to go with it. It did however take forever to get here. I'm talking like 2 and a half months.』
(Guide you should not go without!!) 『Really great help, to a really hard game! Has every aspect to the game inside it!』 『
BradyGamesFINAL FANTASY X Official Strategy Guidecontains a comprehensive walkthrough with detailed strategy to steer you in the right direction, complete with unbeatable strategy, and without plot spoilers! The unstoppable boss strategy provides powerful tactics to topple every boss in the game! Secrets revealed to unlock every character's legendary weapon. Every side quest and mini-game uncovered to help you become the ultimate blitzer! All-inclusive bestiary lets you discover the strengths and weaknesses of every fiend in the game and the spoils rewarded for defeating them. Game secrets include secret world map locations and airship passwords. Plus, area maps, detailed item, weapon, and armor inventories are also included!
ThisSignature Seriesguide combines quality design and innovative content, serving as the ultimateFINAL FANTASY Xresource. Some of the features in this guide include a special cover treatment, exclusive interviews, and an exclusive two-sided poster, with sphere grid&Rikku's overdrive, and mix.
price:$7.99
Tor Fantasy
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Engaging, thoughtful Fantasy) 『Back in December of 2007, Brandon Sanderson was just like every other new-to-the-scene author, just trying to make his way as a young author of Fantasy novels. He had a few published novels under his belt (and a whole slew more hidden in the deep corners of his house), had been getting good critical acclaim and decent sales, but was far from a household name. Things were looking up for Sanderson, but no one had any idea of just how high he would climb. Then came the announcement: Brandon Sanderson was chosen to complete the late Robert Jordan's legendary Wheel of Time series.
Since then, Sanderson's stock has risen to meteoric heights. His own novels have been released to strong critical acclaim and he's landed himself on the New York Times Bestseller list. Wheel of Time fans wait with bated breath for the fall release of The Gathering Storm, eager and/or reluctant to see whether Sanderson is able to do justice to their favourite work. As someone who will not be reading The Gathering Storm when it arrives, I was nonetheless curious to see what all the fuss was about. I had dipped my toe in his work before (a half-finished copy of Elantris still sits on my bookshelf), and being on the hunt for some meaty Fantasy, I picked up The Final Empire, the first volume of his Mistborn trilogy.
Though not free of cliche, it's clear from the get-go that Sanderson wants to put his own spin on the typical Fantasy story, to make a point that we haven't necessarily seen it all. Yeah, at its heart, The Final Empire is about bringing down the oppressive Lord Ruler, but it's the details that count, and Sanderson's details are tight. The big hook is that Sanderson's Dark Lord is not a faceless demon, hellbent of taking over the world, rather he already controls it, and has for 1,000 years (natch). Even more interesting is the fact that Sanderson's Dark Lord, before he came to rule... was once the Hero of Ages, prophecised to defeat a mysterious force called The Deepness, and save the world. Something, however, went very wrong.
Praise has been heaped upon Sanderson because of his deep, thoughtful systems of magic, and The Final Empire is ample evidence as to why. Allomancy - which involves ingesting and then `burning' particular metals to unleash their power - shows a level of thought and real-world practicality that few other authors can claim. Most importantly, it has a very direct effect on the plot and conflict of the novel. It's no simple special effects show, but rather a integral part of who the characters are and how the economy of the world operates. My biggest regret (and something I hope will be addressed in later volumes) is that Sanderson didn't get more philosophical about the (no doubt) addictive qualities of what amounts to a drug that grants super-human strength, washes away weariness, enhances every sense and even allows the user to manipulate the emotions of those around them. Even Terry Brooks was addressing the ideas of addictive magic, over 20 years ago, and it seemed like a missed opportunity on Sanderson's part.
Which brings me around to one of the general inconsistencies of the novel. Sanderson's prose is safe and easy, but fails to capture the ruthlessness that one might expect from an ash-choked empire crushed under the iron fist of a ruthless dictator for a millenium. Slavery abounds, mass executions take place just to prove a point, rape is whispered about... and yet Sanderson somehow manages, through use of PG-rated language, to make the novel feel safe. It's a disappointment that Sanderson's prose wasn't able to better challenge the unique, oppressive nature of his world and characters.
At its heart The Final Empire is a heist novel, the tale of a thieving crew trying to bring down the empire. Naturally, a lot of the novel's success relies on this group and Sanderson manages to deliver a likable, if somewhat uneven and Mary Sueish cast of scoundrels. Kelsier, the leader of the crew and legendary Mistborn (a super-powerful Allomancer) is the obvious standout, being The Final Empire's version of Gandalf (albeit more rougish, volatile and reckless) and the protagonist, Vin, shows nice growth through the novel, even if the reader has to suspend belief when considering her advancement from street urchin to powerful Allomancer by the end of the novel. Sanderson throws in enough genuine twists to keep them all on their toes as they try to pull of the biggest heist their world has ever seen.
Prophecy plays a big role in The Final Empire, and Sanderson plays cleverly with the idea of history and information warping as time passes and it filters through the hands of those in power. The first volume doesn't touch on this aspect as much as I would have liked, but a particular scene during the rip-roarin' climax suggests that it will be an important element through the final two volumes of Mistborn.
As someone who was introduced to Fantasy through Terry Brooks, R.A. Salvatore and J.R.R. Tolkien, it's nice to find a book that reminds me of those early, exciting days of discovering the genre. I suppose the best thing I can say for it is that The Wheel of Time fans have nothing to worry about; with his charming characters, great grasp on how magic is supposed to work, and easy-to-read prose, Sanderson is surely setup to complete Jordan's series as well as anyone writing. For the first time since Joe Abercrombie's The First Law trilogy, I'm excited at the idea of continuing on with a series, instead of hitting that towering pile of books, littered with other authors waiting to be read.』
(An Incredible Fantasy Novel) 『I can honestly say this is one of, if not THE, best fantasy novels I've ever read. I'm hoping the 3rd book in this series, based on reviews, will outdo it. Brandon Sanderson is an incredible writer who expertly develops characters to their full potential. His storyline and plot twists prove to be continuously interesting and exciting. While this novel definitely can stand alone, I love the idea of reading more novels based in this world. I only wish there were more than 3. I can definitely recommend this novel to anyone even marginally interested in fantasy. You won't be disappointed.』
(Fantastic Read) 『I originally picked up Mistborn because I was curious about Sanderson's writing style. My friends keep trying to get me started on the Wheel of Time series, but I didn't want to commit myself to that monster if I didn't like the way the last books were written (Sanderson's).
After just a few hours, all of my worries were gone. Mistborn is an amazing book that just sucks you into the world. The whole thing just feels fresh. If you're looking for a good fantasy read that breaks away from the standard fantasy formula, Mistborn is the book for you. The unique magic system and completley unlikely hero, makes this series different from any other that I've read, in a good way.』
(Simply Astounding) 『The Mistborn trilogy is perhaps the best tale I have ever heard or read. The plot goes smoothly, and connects amazingly throughout the whole trilogy. The characters each become a personal friend or enemy to the reader, and the details make the reader feel like they are actually there, in the book. The story has many astonishing (yet logical) twists. Each book left me ecstatic, and the last book left me sobbing tears of happiness and sorrow. (Yes, SOBBING. I am an emotional person, but still... for a book to invoke those feelings... WOW.) I recommend this book to any true reader; there is action, politics (not much, though), romance, and everything that makes a wonderful book. Easy 5 out of 5.』
(An epic story of adventure, with a dash of love mixed in.) 『The untrusting young street rat Vin immediately draws you into the story. You are able to watch that young tomboy grow into a beautiful young woman and find both herself and her true love during the war against the most dangerous man the world has ever seen. It's a story that I won't soon forget.』 『
Brandon Sanderson, fantasyâs newest master tale spinner, author of the acclaimed debutElantris, dares to turn a genre on its head by asking a simple question: What if the hero of prophecy fails? What kind of world results when the Dark Lord is in charge? The answer will be found in the Mistborn Trilogy, a saga of surprises and magical martial-arts action that begins inMistborn.
For a thousand years the ash fell and no flowers bloomed. For a thousand years the Skaa slaved in misery and lived in fear. For a thousand years the Lord Ruler, theâSliver of Infinity,â reigned with absolute power and ultimate terror, divinely invincible. Then, when hope was so long lost that not even its memory remained, a terribly scarred, heart-broken half-Skaa rediscovered it in the depths of the Lord Rulerâs most hellish prison. Kelsier âsnappedâ and found in himself the powers of a Mistborn. A brilliant thief and natural leader, he turned his talents to the ultimate caper, with the Lord Ruler himself as the mark.
Kelsier recruited the underworldâs elite, the smartest and most trustworthy allomancers, each of whom shares one of his many powers, and all of whom relish a high-stakes challenge. Only then does he reveal his ultimate dream, not just the greatest heist in history, but the downfall of the divine despot.
But even with the best criminal crew ever assembled, Kelâs plan looks more like the ultimate long shot, until luck brings a ragged girl named Vin into his life. Like him, sheâs a half-Skaa orphan, but sheâs lived a much harsher life. Vin has learned to expect betrayal from everyone she meets, and gotten it. She will have to learn to trust,if Kel is to help her master powers of which she never dreamed.
Readers ofElantristhought they'd discovered someone special in Brandon Sanderson.Mistbornproves they were right.
Brandon Sandersonis an instructor at Brigham Young University. For fascinating behind-the-scenes information, visit him at www.brandonsanderson.com.
Brandon Sanderson, fantasyâs newest master tale spinner, author of the acclaimed debutElantris, dares to turn a genre on its head by asking a simple question: What if the hero of prophecy fails? What kind of world results when the Dark Lord is in charge? The answer will be found in the Mistborn Trilogy, a saga of surprises and magical martial-arts action that begins inMistborn.
For a thousand years the ash fell and no flowers bloomed. For a thousand years the Skaa slaved in misery and lived in fear. For a thousand years the Lord Ruler, the "Sliver of Infinity," reigned with absolute power and ultimate terror, divinely invincible. Then, when hope was so long lost that not even its memory remained, a terribly scarred, heart-broken half-Skaa rediscovered it in the depths of the Lord Rulerâs most hellish prison. Kelsier "snapped" and found in himself the powers of a Mistborn. A brilliant thief and natural leader, he turned his talents to the ultimate caper, with the Lord Ruler himself as the mark.
Kelsier recruited the underworldâs elite, the smartest and most trustworthy allomancers, each of whom shares one of his many powers, and all of whom relish a high-stakes challenge. Only then does he reveal his ultimate dream, not just the greatest heist in history, but the downfall of the divine despot.
But even with the best criminal crew ever assembled, Kelâs plan looks more like the ultimate long shot, until luck brings a ragged girl named Vin into his life. Like him, sheâs a half-Skaa orphan, but sheâs lived a much harsher life. Vin has learned to expect betrayal from everyone she meets, and gotten it. She will have to learn to trust,if Kel is to help her master powers of which she never dreamed.
"A fascinating world . . . one that deserves a sequel."âThe Washington Post
"An enjoyable, adventurous read that . . . should satisfy even easily-bored teens."âLocus
"Sanderson's eerie . . . fantasy, set in a mist-haunted, ash-ridden world, pits Kelsier, "the Survivor of Hathsin," against the immortal Lord Ruler's 1,000-year domination of both the Great Houses and their serflike "skaa." Through Allomancy acquired in the Ruler's most hellish prison, Kelsier can "burn" 10 metals internally, fueling superhuman powers he uses to assemble rebels in a loose plan to destroy the nobility, the empire and the Lord Ruler himself. Kelsier uses Vin, a street urchin with the same Mistborn powers Kelsier possesses, to infiltrate the Great Houses' society, where she falls in love with philosopher prince Elend Venture. This mystico-metallurgical fantasy combines Vin's coming-of-age-in-magic and its well-worn theme of revolt against oppression with copious mutilations, a large-scale cast of thieves, cutthroats, conniving nobles and exotic mutants. Fast-paced action . . . the characters . . . have a raw stereotypic appeal."âPublishers Weekly
"The Sliver of Infinity, the Lord Ruler, is the locus of religious and temporal order in a world in which the skaa are slaves or worse. Half-skaa erstwhile thief Kelsior is the only person to survive and escape the Lord Ruler's most brutal prison, in which, however, he discovered he has the powers of the Mistborn, which are based on the internal "burning" of certain metals, all of which the Mistborn can use, while most others can burn only one. Now Kelsior plans his most daring raid ever, into the center of the palace to discover the secret of the Lord Ruler's power. Beforehand, his band finds the half-skaa orphan Vin in another thieving crew, where she's useful because she brings good luck. She is also Mistborn and, if she can master and learn to trust her powers, will enable Kelsior's crew to infiltrate the nobility and possibly overthrow the status quo. Intrigue, politics, and conspiracies mesh complexly in a world Sanderson realizes in satisfying depth and peoples with impressive characters."âRegina Schroeder,Booklist
price:$0.03
Square Enix
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Multiple Dimension Calamity has never been so much fun.) 『Having spent a good part of my teen years with the Final Fantasy franchise, I was worried that throwing this kind of party together might not be such a hot thing to do. So I waited for the price to drop to the "just try me" price, and was very satisfied.
I would highly recommend the "install" function which will increase your play time, and avoid the 10-30 seconds you might have to wait between arena loads. (This works best if you have a high speed pro-duo stick intended for Video Cameras) But also note that the time it takes to "install" data will approach 45 minuets. [Dissidia Final Fantasy UMD is still required to play the game.]
As for the game it's self, there is a great number of topics to get into. For starters, I will talk briefly about the differences from the demo version and the retail. Having played the demo more than a few times, I was happy to find the slight strategy element of the "board game" setup. In the demo you were just able to play area mode, but the main game takes place inside the stories of each of the different hero's. (Be warned that each hero's story has a varying level of difficulty, you might not be able to just jump into your favorite character's story and expect to live.) Only the hero's stories are available from the beginning, you must play the game to earn "PP" to unlock a number of extras. This was kind of a bummer, but it gave me a reason to stick with the game long enough to really get to enjoy the full scale of things it had to offer.
Equipment and summons are kind of a let down, but it's rare for such things to work perfectly in a fighting game. So I don't want anyone to come to this expecting "this will be the bomb" because it really is a fanboy game. I don't think this game is for everyone, but IT IS for anyone who has been enchanted by the magic of the Final Fantasy series.
Graphics: 9 / 10 (Close to the best seen on the PSP) Sound/Music: 10 /10 (Buying the full sound track has crossed my mind more than once.) Content: 9 /10 (There is a lot to do in this game, but grinding is still a small issue) Writing/story: 8 / 10 (You have to work at the game to put the full story together) Final note: Recommended』
(Great game, a tad repetitive.) 『(My son typed this) This game was a lot of fun! I got it for christmas and it's so much fun to create and play battles with any final fantasy character! Who'd of ever thought i'd see Squall and Cloud fight! This game is a great buy and I'm sure you'd enjoy hours of fun with it.
Pros: Fun Coustomizable Plenty of gameplay
Cons: The story is a little repetitive, but its still a great one.』
(fantastic game) 『I purchased this game from Amazon on 12/22, and I got it on 12/24! The shipment is super fast, and I didn't pay extra money for that. The game is fantastic, I love it!』
(Great Gameplay, Simple Plot) 『I've played this game a good bit since I received it as a Christmas present. I love the gameplay, it's very accessible. I love the characters they chose (for the most part). I love the nostalgia I get from seeing some old friends (Cloud, Terra, Firrion, Cecil). It's a fun game. I bought my PSP specifically to play it, and I don't regret that decision.
Problems? Early model PSP owners will have to change the settings a little bid to accommodate hardware differences. Also, the plot is a very overdone GOOD GUYS vs. BAD GUYS one, and I think most of the games these characters came from weren't that simple. About 2/10ths of the characters have to deal with family issues over the course of the game, which can get very tedious. Most importantly, I think I would have liked to see some of the supporting character NPCs that they use as menu Q and A guides in a cutscene. Also, there is absolutely no explanation as to what these characters think happened to their worlds or how they think they arrived at their location. I kind of wonder if this game might have started as a potential Kingdom Hearts title that they decided would be better kept within the Final Fantasies.』
(Different!) 『Very different from other FF games but very fun and addictive. Would recommend to all FF gamers (above age 8).』 『Dissidia Final Fantasy PSP』 『
Story Players, prepare to profess your allegiance to either Cosmos or Chaos...Cosmos is the goddess of harmony, while Chaos is the god of discord. Reigning from distant realms, the two gods had gathered warriors from all lands to lead them in savage war. At one time Cosmos and Chaos were of equal in strength. It was believed that their conflict would last forever. However, the balance is now broken. Those who answered Chaos' call created an inexhaustible force. And under vicious attack without relent, the warriors fighting for Cosmos started to fall one by one. The conflict that has continued for eons is now about to end in Chaos' favor...The world has been torn asunder, sinking into a vortex of disorder. As for the few surviving warriors⦠their fates have yet to be determined.
Battle for Cosmos or Chaos. View larger.
A wealth of playable characters. View larger.
Wield special weapons and items. View larger.
Gameplay Featuring action very similar to other games in theFinal Fantasyseries,Dissidia Final Fantasyconsists of one-on-one combat either against a human or AI opponent where the goal is to reduces your opponent's hit points to zero. This is done through a series of attacks and battle features which must be balanced against the player's status and that of the opponent faced. In addition, the game also features "EX Mode" which increases the power of existing attacks. This mode can be activated in a variety of ways, both related to combat and chance.Characters Dissidia Final Fantasyfeatures characters from both sides of the struggle from each of the games in theFinal Fantasyseries. Although favorites will soon be found, the storyline of game's main campaign requires players to assume the role of each of these characters at one point or another in order to attain ultimate success. All told the game contains twenty-two total playable characters fromFinal FantasythroughFinal Fantasy XII; evenly split between heroes and villains. In addition, players can also look forward to playing as a few secret characters unlockable in the game. Regardless of the character, players will find that each will become more powerful as they gain experience in battle, have access to different costumes and in most cases are able to transform into different physical forms in specific modes and wield fully customizable. See all 22 and their previousFinal Fantasyappearances below:
Hero
Original Game
Warrior of Light
Final Fantasy
Firion
Final Fantasy II
Onion Knight
Final Fantasy III
Cecil Harvey
Final Fantasy IV
Bartz Klauser
Final Fantasy V
Terra Branford
Final Fantasy VI
Cloud Strife
Final Fantasy VII
Squall Leonhart
Final Fantasy VIII
Zidane Tribal
Final Fantasy IX
Tidus
Final Fantasy X
Shantotto
Final Fantasy XI
Villain
Original Game
Garland
Final Fantasy
The Emperor
Final Fantasy II
Cloud of Darkness
Final Fantasy III
Golbez
Final Fantasy IV
Exdeath
Final Fantasy V
Kefka Palazzo
Final Fantasy VI
Sephiroth
Final Fantasy VII
Ultimecia
Final Fantasy VIII
Kuja
Final Fantasy IX
Jecht
Final Fantasy X
Gabranth
Final Fantasy XII
Key Features:
Legacy- Experience the high-quality world and gameplay mechanics ofFinal Fantasypresented in an action-packed environment where players can glide through the air and dash along walls.
All-new battle system- Action-based battle system combines all-out brawling alongside RPG-based character development in an original system developed by the creators of theKingdom Heartsseries.
Ultimate cast of characters- Fan-favorite heroes and villains from the entireFinal Fantasyseries come together in one game for the first time in a remarkable new tale with fully-voiced CG movies and real-time events.
Fantasy match- Players select their favoriteFinal Fantasycharacters, sided with either Cosmos or Chaos, to set the stage for their fantasy match.
Series Staple Battle Features- Accessible through "EX Burst", players can experience gameplay faithful to the originals through memorable battle features such as "Limit Break" and "Overdrive". In addition, longtime fans of the series can enjoy the ability to summon Aeons and options such as the "command battle" system.
Community- Continue the experience by trading Friend Cards, creating items and sharing AI characters with other players and even engage in virtual AI battles made possible by the PSP system ad hoc mode.
price:$1.14
Square Enix
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Amazing game for anyone) 『Crisis Core: FF7 is simply fun. The gameplay gives you 90% of time on story + combat. You will work on side missions (huge amount) and story to gain items instead of spending day and night searching. The side missions aren't long individually, but it will take you more than maybe 30 hours (my friend spend 70~80 hours) to complete everything! The control is simple but fun. The game is not too hard so you won't stuck at the middle of somewhere... unable to complete the game or enjoy the story. Cut scenes are amazing... It's about same quality as "Final Fantasy 7: Advent Children". Movements are lively and detailed. Sometimes I didn't play games for days but I'm able to catch up immediately any time I turn on the device due to the tie control of the game. However, if you're looking for a challenging fighting/action games, this will disappoint you.』
(The best game that I've played for the PSP) 『I'll start off by saying that I am not a Final Fantasy fan. In fact, I used to make fun of people that played any game in the FF series. I thought that the only people that play these games were single men and women that couldn't get a date in real life and so they would play these games and to live out their fantasies. Boy was I wrong.
I decided to buy this game after reading reviews on Amazon and Gamespot. The moment that I saw the first image pop up on my PSP screen, I was memorized.
Graphics 9/10: The graphics are the best that I have seen for the PSP so far. The cutscenes look like they were pulled straight out of an XBOX game. The in game graphics are equally impressive with their stunning visual effects and incredible color-filled environments.
Gameplay 9/10: The controls are very simplistic, and believe me when I tell you that this is a good thing. The Right and Left triggers are used to move the camera from right to left and the x button is the primary fight button. In fact, there are only three buttons that you will have to push during a fight. X to use an item, the triangle to defend, and the square button to evade. You will also have to push the D pad right and left to select your items, but that's it. The control scheme might be simple, but it's still a lot of fun.
Replay value 8/10: There are enough unlockables and side missions to keep you busy for quite some time. I would say that you will probably spend 40-60 hours playing this game.
Sound 8/10: The musical score is fine, but I found some of the classical music during the in game cutscenes to be a little strange. There are times when you are watching a sad scene unfold before your eyes while listening to...happy, go lucky tunes that sound as if they were pulled from a top 40 classical album. A little odd, but for the most part, the musical score is uniqly impressive.
All of this is great, but I can't tell you about this game without mentioning its biggest flaw. Every time you die, it takes you back to the main menu. This is so infuriating that I wanted to throw my PSP through the window on more than one occasion. However, though this might be undeniably aggravating, you will find yourself loading the game again and again because you just can't get enough.
Overall, this is an excellent game that will impress FF fans and non fans alike. Take it from someone who hated the series at one point; if you own a PSP, you must play this game.
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(Meh) 『My brother got this game for me because I love FF7, 8 and 9. The old FFs. Unfortunately, this game is not an RPG, more of a button-masher and I'm not crazy about those. I stuck it out but could not like the main character enough to really feel bad for him at the end. Something's wrong when the guy you're using throughout the game doesn't make you sad and they pulled out every trick in the book to make you feel for him. Stick with the original FF7 if you're looking for good gameplay, great characters, and a well-developed storyline (without the creators hammering it into you that you should love the main character when he's so generic) rather than just good graphics.』
(Booooo) 『Couldn't even get past the first level. Either I really suck, or they made it too hard. Didn't have patience to try it more than a few times for an hour or two.』
(Must have FF7 companion) 『I was excited when this game came out, being a huge FF7 fan. I gave this game 5 stars even though it does have some issues.
The combat can be fun, if a bit repetetive. The boss fights can be challenging and make you work for it unlike most of this generic fights in the game. The graphics are top notch for a psp game. I'm not going to go into a huge amount of detail here cause I actually beat this game a bit ago and it's not the freshest thing in my mind.
The story can is a bit of a mixed bag. It is essentially a direct prequel to the events in Final Fantasy 7, albeit starring Zack instead of Cloud. To me the most interesting part of the story is it gives a fair amount of detail on some of the murky events that happened before FF7, particularly Sephiroth becomes a more fully fleshed out character than he was in FF7. The story is not really as epic or broad is traditional final fantasy games, it really focuses on 4 main characters (with Aerith who makes a nice appearance)
Overall I thought this game was great. If you are a fan of FF7 you owe it to yourself to buy this game.』 『Seven years prior to the events of FINAL FANTASY VII The Shinra Company is rapidly increasing its influence through its monopoly on mako energy and military might. With the burgeoning city of Midgar as its base and symbol of prosperity Shinra is on the verge of establishing absolute dominance over the world. SOLDIER is a group of skilled combat operatives within Shinra. The elite within the group those strong enough to be deemed SOLDIER 1st Class are respected and idolized by the citizenry. Zack is a young SOLDIER 2nd Class who aspires to become a 1st. He spends his days carrying out assignments under the guidance of his 1st Class mentor Angeal. During an operation in Wutai a large number of SOLDIER members led by 1st Class operative Genesis go missing. The severity of the situation prompts Shinra executives to deploy even more SOLDIER operatives in hopes of bringing an end to the war with Wutai and conducting an investigation into the mass desertion. The ones assigned to the mission are Zack Angeal and the 1st Class hero who is known the world over as Sephiroth... What truths lie behind Genesis's disappearance? What secrets bind the three SOLDIER 1st Class operatives? For Zack a cruel and fateful struggle awaits...Features:Complete the FINAL FANTASY VII experience and reunite with the most recognized RPG characters created by world-renowned character designer Tetsuya Nomura Witness stunning graphics inspiring visuals and gorgeous CG cut scenes coupled with top-notch voice acting in a 16:9 widescreen presentation made possible by the PSP system hardware Innovative D.M.W (Digital Mind Wave) system enhances the action-packed engaging real-time battle system allowing players to unleash special attacks or call upon iconic Final Fantasy summons Take on challenges with the all-new Hard Mode developed exclusively for the North American audiences Acquire unique accessories made available through 300 side missions to further enrich the gameplay experien』
price:$19.99
Square Enix
Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your credit card will not be charged until we ship the item. Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (A Worthy Remake of an Excellent Classic) 『I should preface this review by stating that I am a Final Fantasy nut, so I'm probably a bit biased, but I am also a video game connoisseur. I hope that the latter shines through.
It's hard to say anything about Final Fantasy 4 that wasn't said when it was first released on the SNES. Most of that still holds true as, essentially, this is the same game that was released, oh, those many years ago. The biggest difference that you will see right off the bat is the face lift. Unlike its sprite-based predecessor, this version is fully and lovingly rendered in 3D.
Also, the translation has been revised. When the game was first released, parts of the game were a bit incomprehensible due to the translation being a mixed bag. Now, the whole game makes sense!
Other than that, the only reason to get this game if you already played it through the first time around is the slew of extras thrown in. You'll find some interesting side quests, some new items, and another extra or two that you can't even access unless you play through this game at least once.』
(FF IV&FF II (SNES version)) 『I liked playing the original SNES FF II version of the game, and saw this one but with improved visual, and it was a very good buy. There is some differences between the original and this one besides the sequel (FF II and FF IV), but it is still fun to play. Do buy it if you liked the original. The characters do talk, unlike the original, they don't have voices and therefor cannot talk (literally).』
(Good solid re-make) 『I enjoyed the new FF III DS version but was a bit disappointed that the only cinematic shot was at the beginning. Even if it's in-game level of quality, there's plenty here in the DS version of FF IV. The voices in the major cutscenes really adds some life to it (though there were a few times when I expected a cutscene to be major and did a double-take when it was only doing the blue text bubbles...). A lot more facial/body expression in the characters, but FF IV has a lot more characterization and plot and assortment of characters in it than any of the earlier Final Fantasy titles. Some complain that this version is a too much on the hard side for them, but I kinda like it. Sometimes original games or their re-makes are a tad on the easy side for my taste, so getting something a bit more of a challenge is refreshing to me.』
(For all of you that say this game is too hard.... QUIT WHINING) 『Ok, this is a review from an old school gamer that absolutely loved this game when it came out in 1991 and was eleven years old. Best game ever at that point and still one of my favorite games of all time. In fact it's the only game in the final fantasy series that i've played dozens of times from start to finish(especially the snes version). That being said, you could say i have an advantage over a newbie to final fantasy games. Wrong!!! This game was completely revamped and bosses tweaked that it was a very different experience in most respects as far as enemy AI and Boss strategies. That being said, I should tell you if you can't beat a boss at all you should go level up right? Wrong again!!! Strategy is the key to this game. Knowing what armors and weapons to use for certain situations will save your butt not just in the random encounters but especially in the boss fights.
If you don't know how to get the most potential out of the augment system you will have a hard time. If you don't distribute your augments intelligently your characters will suck and therefore you will suck. This game is not overly difficult if you know what your doing and plan accordingly.
If the cutscenes bother you... well it could be worse. It could be the godawful cutscenes and characters from Grandia III. Yeah I said it. That game was horrible. For the most part the character voices match the characters quite well. Some cheesy dialogue but redone quite well considering this game came out almost twenty years ago.
Anyways i've made my point. This game is a classic and if it's too hard for you just try different things the game offers and you will soon find you are destroying bosses and random battles with ease.』
(A Must Have For Any Final Fantasy Fan!) 『Final Fantasy 4 for the DS is an enhanced remake,and an excellent one at that. I'll cover the game piece by piece to make it easier for me and the reader. Lets start:
Graphics:The first thing everyone is going to notice is that the graphics engine of FF4 has been completely redesigned. The graphics are about the same as FF3,its like playing a new game. Its very nice to see Cecil and gang in 3D and exploring dungeons and towns as well, like a said its like plying a new FF4!
Sound:Another big thing for FF4 is that there is now voice acting! Its so nice to see this as it breaths new life into the characters. The music as also been updated to give it that nice fresh feeling,although a few tracks were taken out,and some were changed too much,almost killing the mood of a particular scene.
Story:The story of FF4 remains mostly unchanged though there was some parts were more story was added in (I'm assuming it was either translated better,or it was done to update the story a little bit.) Overall the amazing story is still here and any changes made were for the better.
Gameplay:With all these changes,you would expect the gameplay to have changed to right? Well for the most part it remains unchanged. The battle view is now from the 'behind the back' view (much like the newer FF games) But still retains almost all of the original commands (one of Cecil's moves was slightly modified) And the game is still as hard as it was back when it was released on the SNES&PS1. One of the changes that you will notice is there is no more pesky item limit (thus making the game a fraction easier).
Overall I'd have to recommend this to any FF fan,Its good to see Square Enix remake there original FF's (though I wasn't very impressed with there FF1&2 PSP remakes) Hopefully SE will remake FF6 it deserves it!
-Might be to hard for newcomers -Boxart is a little on the disappointing side (it reminds me of a mockup web-sites do to for a sake of having a pic up,like FF13)』 『Final Fantasy IV DS』
price:$2.65
Square Enix
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (FFXI is my favorite MMO) 『Final Fantasy 11 (FFXI) is different from the usual MMO. There are less quests for 1-2 people, and more time spent forming groups. Experience points mostly comes from fighting monsters in 6 man groups for 2-3 hours. NPCs are more memorable and their personalities plays a big part in the game's quests. Equipment is more precious, and advanced players will be familiar with the pros and cons of each piece. This game is more "hard core", and I wouldn't recommend it for casual players that want to stay casual.
Wings of the Goddess adds more options for the high level solo player. The additions are not as popular as Treasures of Aht Urghan expansion, but very nice. Campaign gives nice options for instant action.』
(By far better than the other Exp! (if u a FFXI lover)) 『For real this expansion ain't that much, just added few new stuff and areas from the past (pretty cool story line and view). But the good thing it has is the ability to get exp/merits soloing con Campaign, and i mean huge exp, not like ballista's one (talking over 2k). The new dnc job gaves hours of soloing fun even when subed. I think this expansion made the game a lit more fun again! just my 2 cents!』
(My Review) 『I love Final Fantasy XI but this expansion is lacking.. I guess we have to wait for more updates and additions to it. Campaign is pretty much the only thing going for it so far.. and the ability to get the two additional new jobs Dancer and Scholar.』
(MMO'ing) 『This is the latest expansion pack for the final fantays series and only MMO in the category. FFXI was released to the US in october 26th of 2001. At $12 a month is a relyable worthy mmo. FFXI consists of Community, Comunication, Friends, It is also a visiously time consuming game. If you have a lot of time in your hands I recomend this game. In addition, FFXI is NOT a solo game, so if you like to do things on your own I recomend you find another. This game is great in community, friends, and has an INCREDIBLE ammount of quests, missions, crafts, levels which is preaty much imposible to complete this game unless you have been playing since 2001 althoug the missions are realy great and follow awsome stories, each mission set follows its own story so it becomes like beating the game for each story while aquiering great items, gear, and equipment. Finaly, This game is highly checked uppon by Square and will not allow RMT nor HAX to function for any time at all. so the game dose not become corrupted.
Overall GREAT GAME if you have time in your hands. Buzy ppl should stay away from this one. AND like SE States in the login screen "Don't forget your family and friends(real life)" or something like that lol』
(WotG Pretty Cool) 『I haven't ventured far into this expansion yet, just unlocked the Dancer job, but from what I've seen, some great new storyline is there along with fun new jobs and abilities. The cutscenes and music are really cool!』 『Final Fantasy XI Wings of the Goddess PC』 『Experience the next chapter in the immersive and ever expanding world of Vana'diel inFinal Fantasy XI Online: Wings of the GoddessExpansion Pack*, a content-rich expansion pack that brings exciting new features to the world ofFinal Fantasy XI. Delve into new quests, meet new players, view new sights and experience the fourth chapter in the award-winning MMORPG that has a community of more than 500,000 active subscribers and more than 1.7 million characters from around the world.Features
Unravel the secrets of this exciting new chapter and discover its ties to the exciting world of Vana'diel.
Engage in combat with powerful new monsters and foes - witness the spoils and rewards that come from defeating these ferocious enemies.
Travel back in time to protect Vana'diel's pastand future.
Team up with friends from around the world and across the PlayStation 2, Windows and Xbox 360 to experience the world's only triple cross-platform, triple-region MMORPG.
Join a community of more than 500,000 active subscribers and 1.7 million player characters from around the world and on several platforms.
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great game) 『There are tons of reviews for this game. Every 5 star review is right, and I am sure the reasons for the rating have been analyzed to death. Just be aware that it takes a few extra steps to get it running on newer systems *cough* Vista *cough*. The few extra minutes to set up the game is well worth it though.』
(Stop the Imports) 『Beware of the 'EA Classics' Version of this game advertised under 'New'. These are not the Official Eidos/Squaresoft Platinum Edition. Also Electronic Arts were never associated with Final Fantasy VII so the 'EA Classics' does NOT mean 'Electronic Arts'. The ones advertised are Bootleg Imports from Asia. Please support the Official USA version of the game and stop sellers from selling the illegal version.』
($150 ? , what is new in the game ?) 『For $150 it better have something in it way new and it better not be just another port because I love the game but if there is nothing that stands out that it would be price at $150 then it most likely not worth it.』
(Exploiting another good game during winter season) 『It always seems that during the holidays or other big shopping days all of the retailers and websites like to rip us off. I mean not a month ago i purchase this same game for 19.99 brand new in its original case from fry's. I dont know why amazon and other companies want to exploit ff7 and make it this "RARE" game noone can find. It makes me sick to my stomach. Well good luck finding this game for under 80 dollars anywhere now that cerebus came out and thanx again mainstream pigs for making a gamers life a bit more expensive.....』
(A perfect translation of the Classic Playstation RPG) 『If you liked this review, feel free to click my name and check out my others.
One of the best selling games of all time. This is a practically perfect translation of the Sony Playstation title for PC users. Follow the adventure of a mercenary and his band of adventurers seeking to protect the earth from certain destruction at the hands of a vicious corporation, an unstoppable warrior, and black destructive magic that in the wrong hands could doom the planet.
If you are a fan of more recent FF titles like FFX X2 or XI, you will be disappointed by the graphics. However, don't let that deter you from the action, the mystery, and the story that has kept this reviewer coming back to the game every year. The game features a fully navigable globe allowing you to explore dozens of towns, caves, and even regions underwater! I might add though that this is a long game. The first act plays out like a cyber-punk fantasy completely enclosed within the walls of a dark and polluted super-metropolis. By the time most other games have been beaten, you're finally leaving the city to discover the world outside. That's when the real fun begins.
The game play on this title is also a high point. The systems by which magic an