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Jan 3, 2025
"Saint Seiya: Jashin Eris" is the typical movie that reminds us why we love (and at the same time laugh at) the 80s classics. The plot is extremely predictable, almost as if it followed a "hero movie" manual: a villain revives, threatens the world, and the Bronze Knights must save the day. There are no surprises, but did anyone watching really expect anything different?
The animation is "ok". It's nothing that will impress those who are used to the fluidity of modern anime, but it does the job, especially considering the era. The soundtrack is a highlight, carrying the epic vibe of the series and elevating
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even the most absurd moments of the narrative.
And that's where the movie shines: in its "bad, but good" charm. Every exaggerated line, every blow shouted at the top of its lungs, and even the dramatic expressions of the characters generate a mixture of nostalgia and unintentional humor. You know you're watching something that isn't objectively "good", but you can't help but smile.
All in all, "Jashin Eris" is a celebration of the essence of Saint Seiya: heroic combat, camaraderie and lots of drama. For fans of the franchise, it's a dish full of memories. For new viewers... maybe it's just funny. And frankly, that's enough.
Reviewer’s Rating: 3
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Dec 29, 2024
Review - Saint Seiya: Shinku no Shounen Densetsu
Rating: 3/10
The third film in the Saint Seiya franchise, Shinku no Shounen Densetsu (The Legend of the Scarlet Youth), is yet another example of how spin-off films can disappoint even the most dedicated fans. Despite showing an attempt to improve the emotional involvement of the characters compared to the second movie, the result is still far below expectations.
The plot is clumsy and unconvincing, to say the least. The premise involves the return of Abel, the sun god, who is described as Athena's brother. However, the script fails to bring any weight or impact to this conflict. The concept
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even had the potential to explore mythological and emotional themes, but the development is weak, superficial and lacks depth. The Bronze Knights are once again thrown into a battle against time to protect Athena, but without any innovation to make the plot interesting.
The pace of the movie is one of its biggest problems. The narrative drags on exhaustively, with moments that try to seem epic but end up sounding boring. The lack of urgency or an exciting climax makes the 70-minute running time seem much longer than it should be. Although the movie offers a little more interaction and drama between the characters, this isn't enough to redeem the story as a whole.
Visually, Shinku no Shounen Densetsu maintains the standard of the series with animations that were appropriate for the time, but there is nothing that makes it stand out from the rest. The soundtrack, although competent, fails to carry the emotional weight that the script is trying to convey.
In the end, the first film (Eris - The Legend of the Golden Apple) still stands as the best of the films so far, managing to capture the essence of Saint Seiya with more energy and emotion. This third feature is a lackluster effort that seems to exist only to fill space.
Recommended only for the most die-hard fans of the series who want to complete the experience, but for the general public, it's a big disappointment.
Reviewer’s Rating: 3
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Dec 27, 2024
Saint Seiya: Kamigami no Atsuki Tatakai is the second film in the Knights of the Zodiac franchise, released in 1988. Unfortunately, this movie doesn't manage to achieve the same level of entertainment or impact as its predecessor, Saint Seiya: Jashin Eris
(1987). While the first film in the series has an aura of charm due to its simplicity and even its "crudeness", Kamigami no Atsuki Tatakai gets lost in an uninspired repetition of structures and scenes, resulting in a frustrating experience for fans.
Animation:
For the time, the animation of *Kamigami no Atsuki Tatakai* isn't quite a disaster, but it's not something to be impressed by either. Although
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it's acceptable by the standards of the 1980s, the quality of the animation doesn't show any significant evolution from the first film. Even considering the technical limitations of the time, the animation lacks fluidity in many moments, and the general impression is that more could have been done to bring the action scenes to life.
Structure and script:
Here is the biggest point of disappointment. The movie follows an extremely similar structure to the first, without introducing anything new or with an engaging plot. The story feels like an almost exact copy of what has been done before, with the Knights of Athena facing yet another divine threat. This uncreative repetition doesn't help to hold the viewer's interest, making the experience dull.
The narrative revolves around the Knights' fight against the gods, but the construction of the villains and the way the battles unfold is very shallow. There is no sense of real danger or evolution for the protagonists, which makes the fights predictable and emotionless. What's more, the movie falters in its pace, dragging on without offering anything really exciting.
Characters:
The main characters, such as Seiya and his companions, remain true to their essence, but without any major standout moments. There isn't much evolution or development in their personalities over the course of the movie, which is a shame, as the franchise has the potential to explore the internal conflicts and relationships between the Knights in greater depth.
Conclusion
Kamigami no Atsuki Tatakai fails in many areas, mainly because it doesn't bring anything new to the table. Whereas the first *Saint Seiya* movie stood out for its endearing "nerdiness" and, as simple as it was, entertained in an unusual way, this movie simply repeats the formula without any sparkle. If you're a fan of the franchise and have already seen everything the Knights of the Zodiac have to offer, you might want to skip this movie, as it adds little or nothing to the series' legacy.
Reviewer’s Rating: 2
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