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If you ever watch any Pokemon movies back in the old days, you would know they were some of best anime childhood movies out there. Even if you didn't, they were epic spin-off from the main series which takes up a level with thrilling adventure of saving the world with the stunning beauty of landscape. But you would think the Pokemon company can pull it off it once again after doing a unsuspectingly amount of great movies, but all I can say is that shine that once shone brilliantly, has finally lost its jewel with the end of the Arceus The Jewel Of Life Movie.

Story: ... [5] Pokemon ExtremeSpeed Genesect: Mewtwo Awakens starts with the exciting mega evolution Mewtwo as the highlight legendary of this movie.We soon encounter the other legendary of this movie Genesect who wakes up in a world that has changed millions of years later. Without spoiling too much on the plot, I summaries my feelings on this. It definitely was a better movie than any of previous Pokemon Best Wishes Movies; which did not feature Ash as main protagonist but Pokemon or some other hero instead which feels a risky decision and it was, in my opinion. The tale of a hero that many of us grew watching Pokemon, watched Ash and his crew enter a massive world crisis which he later becomes the savior of the world, is what Pokemon movies are known for. This movie however has improve since from the last 2 movies and puts Ash somewhat as the hero but falls because of its cliche and unsophisticated plot. The minuscule complication, melodramatic moments and friendship cheesiness was what this movie was. This can be first noticed at the beginning where Mewtwo first offering help which putting away the suspense of a extreme catastrophic setting. On and on the movie was rushed and forced for yearly sequel release rather than creatively setting up a better story.

Art[8] - Art as the same with the last couple of Pokemon movies. Or in other words, it is visually not ground-breaking but its nice with HD now but its a bit lower standard with most new anime but is obliterated in comparison to the visually-stunning animes.

Sound[6] - Pokemon talking? Or should I say telepathy. Not as great as the characters but they could of done it better in my opinion. Maybe it was because it was in english dub but I seen jap in Pokemon before and it was more pleasing to watch in english, though this may be own preference. Otherwise the sound wasn't superb; especially no bmg was ever used or even so, it wasn't particularly setting/matching the tone of the scene.

Character[5] = This is the problem with pokemon is that Ash doesn't really grow or learn new things but instead forgets it like he has some sort of bad amnesia. Otherwise characters don't play in a huge role but even so they don't know how to solve problems but perhaps only latter with some sort of epiphany which the answer was quite obvious to anyone.

Enjoyment[5] = I have to say I was more happy about this movie as compared to the last 2 pokemon movie. It is a step up from where they fall, but it wasn't a good plot and the characters did not increase the suspense of the movie. Likewise with the black and white anime and games series as a whole, it was like the whole 5th gen was a pitfall for Pokemon. But with recent pokemon x and y, I think they can do better with a fresh start in the 6th Gen anime.

What makes a good show good, is the storyline. However the story itself isn't strong enough to determine how a show is considered as well done. Instead 'character' is the main core in driving a story forward. And this shines in Vividred Operation. The friendship between the girls displays a heartwarming bond that slowly develops throughout the series. You may think a well-defined original plot is essential in deciding the final outcome of what is considered to be an excellent show, yet in Vividred I find it not completely necessary.

Instead the storyline in Vividred serves to help in developing this bond further. With ... each fight against the Alones, we see Akane and her friends developed a stronger relation with one another. Personally I feel a warm sensation when watching this relationship grows. Despite the unique traits of each character, their friendship comes together with the mighty cheerful Akane that undertakes the center role of bringing their friendship as one. With each girl; Aoi, Wakaba and Himawari, that have their own individual concerns in the beginning they show what friendship itself means to them and displays it through a touching confession to the opposite party and this brings an understanding between one another. Watching as each girl friendship grows deeper is truly inspiring. Life can only get as exciting as it is unless breaking through the limits of one's solitude.

For the story of Alones existence trying to destroy the Manifestor engine is so-so. Girls in pilot suits that are extremely overpowered may not create much tension in defeating the enemy but the teamwork between friends that happens especially when they are 'Docking', is an example of things that are only achievable with the co-operation between friends. Though the show does turn out to explain the appearance and reason behind the attacks I find it is more enjoyable seeing Akane and her friends working and playing together.

Personally I find the opening and ending song to be lighthearted that really suits my point of a deeper friendship exhibiting in this anime. Overall bgm is nice and soothing especially at times in down moments.

The art may not be outstanding but it was pretty pleasant that was just right for this kind of show. The sun that sheen the blue skies throughout the series with never really a dull moment in the setting really keeps the mood spirit of the audience high.

To sum it up I believe that if you are searching for a heavily-focused story then this show isn't what you're looking for. However the show is only well developed with the use of characters and this is well portrayed in Vividred that really uses the storyline of the Alones and the Manifestor Engine, itself as the basis of building each character. Without these girls and their bond, we'll just be seeing a unscientific creature that tries to destroy the Manifestor engine where the development of the show can go entirely on a different route and thus this feeling of a heartwarming friendship is lost.


To make it clear in one sentence: Friendship shines in Vividred Operation and it is developed through the use of the plot that brings together this warm sincere bond.