Arc the Lad - Wanted (Vol. 3)

Arc the Lad - Wanted (Vol. 3)


Starring:Joshua Seth, Dorothy Elias-Fahn, Steven Jay Blum, Dave Mallow, Steve Staley (II), Wendee Lee, Ethan Murray, Mike Reynolds, Bob Papenbrook, Brianne Siddall, Tony Pope, Peter Lurie, Dan Woren, Michelle Ruff, Melissa Charles, Zan, Francis Cherry, Tom Fahn, Jamieson Price, George C. Cole
Director: Toshiaki Kawasaki
Studio: Adv Films
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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In the third collection of this action-adventure series (which contains five episodes; the previous installments had only three apiece), the filmmakers hit their stride: the characters become more interesting, the story grows more compelling, and the revelations abound. Elk and Lieza leave the island of Dr. Vilmar after meeting an ancient robot, and return to the city, where they discover a bounty has been placed on Elk's head. They're aided in their escape by members of the Crusade Without a Name, a religious cult dedicated to the alleviation of suffering. In the ruins of Lieza's village, Elk encounters Gene, whom he knew as a child at the sinister White House. When Elk escaped, Gene remained behind; their friend Meril was recaptured. Gene, who has been transformed into a chimera, seeks revenge, then repents and reveals the secret location of White House. Elk and Lieza discover the evil purpose behind the seemingly benevolent Crusade Without a Name when Arc's forces attack. Poco the harp player explains the backstory and tells Elk that Arc did not destroy his childhood home. Arc the Lad seems like a straightforward anime adventure, but the theme of biomedical experimentation on children and prisoners adds an unsettling edge that makes it inappropriate for younger viewers. Parental guidance suggested; suitable for ages 13 and up: violence, minor profanity, mature themes. --Charles Solomon
Arc the Lad - Wanted (Vol. 3)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • A thoughtful & exciting series!!!!
Arc the Lad - Wanted (Vol. 3)
Starring: Joshua Seth , Dorothy Elias-Fahn , Steven Jay Blum , Dave Mallow , and Wendee Lee
Director: Toshiaki Kawasaki
Manufacturer: Adv Films
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B00005LKHJ
Release Date: 2001-07-24

Amazon.com

In the third collection of this action-adventure series (which contains five episodes; the previous installments had only three apiece), the filmmakers hit their stride: the characters become more interesting, the story grows more compelling, and the revelations abound. Elk and Lieza leave the island of Dr. Vilmar after meeting an ancient robot, and return to the city, where they discover a bounty has been placed on Elk's head. They're aided in their escape by members of the Crusade Without a Name, a religious cult dedicated to the alleviation of suffering. In the ruins of Lieza's village, Elk encounters Gene, whom he knew as a child at the sinister White House. When Elk escaped, Gene remained behind; their friend Meril was recaptured. Gene, who has been transformed into a chimera, seeks revenge, then repents and reveals the secret location of White House. Elk and Lieza discover the evil purpose behind the seemingly benevolent Crusade Without a Name when Arc's forces attack. Poco the harp player explains the backstory and tells Elk that Arc did not destroy his childhood home. Arc the Lad seems like a straightforward anime adventure, but the theme of biomedical experimentation on children and prisoners adds an unsettling edge that makes it inappropriate for younger viewers. Parental guidance suggested; suitable for ages 13 and up: violence, minor profanity, mature themes. --Charles Solomon

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A thoughtful & exciting series!!!!.......2001-07-20

These days, movies that are Action/Adventure tend to focus more on the "Action" and leaves out the "Adventure". What I really liked about this anime is that it has both -- along with a solid story. In terms of storytelling and pacing, it's a mix between a PRINCESS MONONOKE, NADIA: SECRET OF THE BLUE WATER, and BATTLE ANGEL. The series itself is not wall-to-wall NINJA SCROLL action, but there's enough action and of different types -- supernatural powers, swordfights, guns, and aerial dogfighting. It's not the most romantic movie or the most deep, but what's great about it is that it has a little of everything all throughout, which really touches your heart. ARC THE LAD numbers among COWBOY BEBOP, GASARAKI, and NEON GENESIS EVANGELION as one of the few anime series that I have to get the COMPLETE set.

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