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30 year later, this is still one of the most stunning works of animation I have ever seen.

Macross : DYRL is more of a reinterpretation of the series (roughly episodes 2 thru 27) rather then a summary. While the primary plot elements remain the same, I still would recommend watching the series first in order to be able to fully appreciate this movie.

The action sequences are wonderfully choreographed and set a new standard in the industry for their detail and fluidity. The animation is amazing and can hold its own against anything released recently.

Almost every single character is improved. Of ... course the development isn't there that the series had, but they all seem a bit more mature and are lacking most of the annoying traits that they had in the series. Particularly the main female leads of Misa and Minmay. I have a slight issue with a lack of Max and Milia, but it's made up for somewhat with one very intense dogfight between them.

We also get a treat with a new dynamic on how the male (Zentran) and female (Meltlan) Zentradi interact. They took the resentment and segregation between them present in the series and expanded on it.

The music is an improvement over the series as well. There are several new tracks included with new recordings of most of the music from the original. As per usual Mari Iijima's voice does not disappoint.

10/10