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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE, KICKS DEMON BUTT AND TAKES NO NAMES,
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This review is from: Blood: The Last Vampire (DVD)
First of all, this movie has nothing to do with the newer anime series, BLOOD +, but is in fact a live action version of the older anime, BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE.Secondly, where the anime relied more on stylized gore, the live action relies way more on stylized sword fighting and stunt work (which you might think would be a bad thing, where in fact it adds a really cool new dimension to the story and visuals). You have to keep in mind, when going into the live action movie, that the original anime was done as more of a visual test than a character piece, as the animators where more concerned with the stylized look of the anime (an anime that blended 3D CGI elements and FX camera work with stylized 2D animation to achieve a bold looking, but story light, anime; technically a studio show real, to use to impress future clients looking to have them do anime for them). Now what the live action movie does is take the 48 minute stylized anime, and turn it into a more character driven 90+ minute movie (which it does very well). What we get with the live action film, is much more back story (told through flash backs) of the main character Saya and of her handlers (who are played more like, Men In Black types in the anime, but are given bigger roles and more fleshed out characters in the live action version). Also, the anime story is told in the first half of the film, leaving a second half that delves into a more personal story of the Saya character which ties into the first part, in part, and also ties more deeply into her past, and gives us some insight into her motivations in the present. As for the sword play and stunt work, I'd liken it to that in movies such as, AZUMI, with lots of great stylized sword and wire work done by a very competent, kick butt, female lead. If I had any qualms about the film, it would be the design and sometimes execution of the demon make up and CGI treatment of the fully realized demon characters. Where as the anime versions where quite elaborate and grotesque, the live action counterparts are much more subdued and even a tad bland in comparison, and at times the CGI versions are of a lower quality than the movie needed, but that is just one little problem that doesn't destroy the rest of the film, or lessen it in anyway. So overall I'd say that anyone looking for a live action copy of the anime, should just stick with the anime, but for those who liked the anime and would like to see it expanded upon in a live action format, and/or would like to see some great sword action to boot, then this movie is for you.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
live action version of the animated movie,
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This review is from: Blood: The Last Vampire (DVD)
i thought this live action movie based on the animated movie was prettydecent,all things considered.i liked the storyline,which is similar to the animated version,but is tweaked a bit here and there to facilitate more story and character development.the main character of Saya in particular is given more humanity here.the fighting sequences in general and the sword fighting sequences in particular are excellent.the movie is also very stylish.the creature effects are also well done in my opinion.i thought the ending was interesting,and without giving anything away,i think they could make a sequel.for me,the live action version of Blood:The Last Vampire is a 4/5
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Live Action of Bloody Hell.,
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This review is from: Blood: The Last Vampire (DVD)
Blood the Last Vampire is based off the anime of the same name. The storyline focuses on a demon slayer named Saya & her quest to track down the most eldest & strongest of all demons named Onigen. The storyline is well supported by the plot which possesses extremely blood-shedding & gruesome scenes involving multiple brawls between humans & demons. The epic action within the battle scenes followed by the sword (katana) slicing of living demon flesh provides more than enough frightening rush that you will want to continue & watch this movie to the very end.The acting of the characters is almost always perfect placing emotions within situations where appropriate. Lethargic personality traits are almost absent in this movie & there is no lengthy waiting times between the end of a previous battle to the start of another battle. Conversations between characters adds more mystery & information to the basis of what makes this movie very interesting to fans of the anime version. Overall one of the best live action adaptations of an anime. Movie recommended. Thanks.
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