02.06
This is by far the anime medium’s magnum opus. Mars of Destruction is the best animated movie I’ve seen in years, if not ever. In terms of science-fiction related media, this blows other greats such as Heinlein’s works, Battlestar Galactica, and Neon Genesis Evangelion out of the water. Truly an experience I will never forget, and oh, what an experience it was!
Story: 10/10
This film is highly philosophical. I actually felt regret when the Big Bad Ancient Guy told Random Armored Cop Dude that the humans were the true invaders of Earth. This plot twist was stunning and, on the whole, thought-provoking. It was like something written by Kafka.
Art/Animation: 10/10
This movie is so amazing that it actually makes DEEN’s animation look like Madhouse by comparison. It gave me more appreciation for other anime titles! I love you, Mars Of Destruction!!!
Sound: 10/10
The voice acting is absolutely perfect. When the characters yell each other’s names repeatedly you will FEEL the emotion. The OST recorded by Beethoven himself is also marvelous. He did an excellent job, as always.
Characters: 10/10
The characters are all equally well-done, from Green Hair Girl to Blue Hair Girl; it’s so easy to tell them apart! I especially enjoyed the doctor’s dialogue, as I would not have known that the girl whose head exploded was dead without his helpful reminder that “she won’t make it.”
Enjoyment: 10/10
This picture is absolutely riveting on every level! I could watch it over and over and never get bored!
Overall: 10/10
Run, don’t walk, to your nearest YouTube to catch this masterpiece as soon as possible! You won’t regret it!
Originally posted on Friday, December 30, 2009.