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Eureka Seven: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers |  | Director: Tomoki Kyôda
Actors: Keiji Fujiwara, Kaori Nazuka, Yûko Sanpei
Studio: Bandai
Category: DVD
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Rating:  25 reviews
Sales Rank: 14270
Format: Animated, Color, Dubbed, DVD, Subtitled, NTSC
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Subtitled), Japanese (Original Language), English (Dubbed)
Rating: Unrated
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Running Time: 117 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
UPC: 669198263156
EAN: 0669198263156
ASIN: B002WHQ9Y0
Release Date: March 2, 2010
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The Eureka Seven feature brings back the characters from the 2005 broadcast series but gives them new origins, relationships, and challenges. Renton Thurston and Eureka were raised together as children with the "larva" of the mecha Nirvash. (It looks like a cross between Mokona from Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicle and one of the cuter Pokémon, but its cry of "Mukyu" may grate on English-speaking viewers.) The trio is inevitably drawn into the ongoing battle between the people of Earth and the aliens known as the EIZO. The dashing antihero Holland and the irreverent crew of the Gekkostat have been recast as the former victims of medical experiments. The Coralians, the Zone, the trio of obnoxious orphans Eureka looked after, Renton's heroic father, and the Amita Drive are curiously absent. The convoluted plot lurches erratically from crisis to crisis, and it's never quite clear what's going on or what's at stake, despite the long-winded expository speeches. The filmmakers borrow elements from Evangelion, Escaflowne, and Key the Metal Idol but fail to blend them into a coherent story. Who are the EIZO and what do they want? Are Eureka and Anemone really spy-robots? Tomoki Kyoda, who directed the television program, handles the aerial battles with his usual panache, but there are so many airborne conflicts, they become repetitious. In the original Eureka Seven, 14-year-old Renton embodied the enthusiasm and insecurity of a rookie trying to join the team he admired; in Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers, he's a standard-issue anime hero, determined to protect the girl (or robot) he loves against all odds. (Unrated, suitable for ages 13 and older: violence, violence against women, brief nudity, toilet humor, drug use) --Charles Solomon
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 A very unique and interesting take on a series remake November 28, 2009
Bradley Thome
26 out of 28 found this review helpful
Well since the only review on here is a huffy rage one-starring a really decent movie they didn't even finish I'll try to provide another perspective. I fived it just to balance the score a bit, but it's not really a perfect movie, 4 out of 5 is probably closer if you put any stock in review ratings to begin with.
Just to quickly address a point that was brought up there is indeed reused animation from the original series, but you're bound not to notice most of it anyway, as it never breaks the flow of the new narrative, and is often even reworked a bit or put into clever or amusing new contexts. Overall the art and animation is exactly what you'd expect of this studio: gorgeous, top-notch stuff, and I'm really pumped that they are actually releasing this on Blu-ray.
SPOILERS AHEAD SPOILERS AHEAD
One of the most common complaints about this movie and the one that sent the other reviewer packing is that they've completely changed some of the characters. The thing is that this is done very purposefully as part of the central theme of the new story. This movie actually takes place in a parallel universe to the original series. Because of a brief glimpse into that world which occurred before the events of the movie, many of the main characters in the movie universe, who are in a bit of a dire predicament, end up following a legend based on that interaction in hopes that recreating the events that took place in the world of the original series will help solve their own problems. What they come to find out is that they have to stay true to their own unique lives and experiences and create their own legend, solve their own problems. Part of the reason the movie is so in your face about the changes to key characters is to drive this point home. It's really one of the most clever twists I've ever seen in terms of remaking a series into a movie. Unfortunately such an elaborate plot device relies a lot of talking head scenes which sort of hamper the pacing of the show, which is really probably my one and only complaint about the movie.
As a kind of aside I'm going to just say I thought the pedophilia jab at Dewey that was mentioned was actually a pretty dark and hilarious slight on his persona from the original series, where he had an army of utterly loyal children. Also Nirvash and the END in "pokemon" form are hilarious and adorable, so I really fail to see how that's a downside.
SPOILERS BEHIND SPOILERS BEHIND
Overall it's a really enjoyable movie. It's a very well animated, fun and interesting new adventure with familiar faces and interesting new personalities. Easily the best series->movie adaptation/remake I've seen. Just go into it with an open mind and you'll probably enjoy it.
Not a bad film December 16, 2009
T. Maguire
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I saw this film when it premiered, and I thought it was really good. I saw episodes of Eureka Seven, and I knew it was going to be different, since it was stated before the film premiered. The characters are changed somewhat and the story is very different. However, I was really touched how much the two main characters cared for eachother. I enjoyed it and I would defintely see this movie again.
A very unique and interesting take on a series remake November 28, 2009
Bradley Thome
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Figured I'd write up a review since it got such initial negative feedback and an undercooked one-star rating. Just to quickly address a point that was brought up there is indeed reused animation from the original series, but you're bound not to notice most of it anyway, as it never breaks the flow of the new narrative, and is often even reworked a bit or put into clever or amusing new contexts. Overall the art and animation is exactly what you'd expect of this studio: gorgeous, top-notch stuff, and I'm really pumped that they are actually releasing this on Blu-ray.
SPOILERS AHEAD SPOILERS AHEAD
One of the most common complaints about this movie and the one that sent the first reviewer packing is that they've completely changed some of the characters. The thing is that this is done very purposefully as part of the central theme of the new story. This movie actually takes place in a parallel universe to the original series. Because of a brief glimpse into that world which occurred before the events of the movie, many of the main characters in the movie universe, who are in a bit of a dire predicament, end up following a legend based on that interaction in hopes that recreating the events that took place in the world of the original series will help solve their own problems. What they come to find out is that they have to stay true to their own unique lives and experiences and create their own legend, solve their own problems. Part of the reason the movie is so in your face about the changes to key characters is to drive this point home. It's really one of the most clever twists I've ever seen in terms of remaking a series into a movie. Unfortunately such an elaborate plot device relies a lot of talking head scenes which sort of hamper the pacing of the show, which is really probably my one and only complaint about the movie.
As a kind of aside I'm going to just say I thought the pedophilia jab at Dewey that was mentioned was actually a pretty dark and hilarious slight on his persona from the original series, where he had an army of utterly loyal children. Also Nirvash and the END in "pokemon" form are hilarious and adorable, so I really fail to see how that's a downside.
SPOILERS BEHIND SPOILERS BEHIND
Overall it's a really enjoyable movie. It's a very well animated, fun and interesting new adventure with familiar faces and interesting new personalities. Easily the best series->movie adaptation/remake I've seen. Just go into it with an open mind and you'll probably enjoy it.
New mythos February 22, 2010
Arielle Haddad
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is going to be a fairly short review because I've only seen the movie twice in Japanese and that was a year ago. THIS REVIEW MIGHT ALSO CONTAIN SPOILERS SO BE AWARE.
Anyways, this was an amazing movie. People complain about how it was confusing and didn't relate to the series at all, but that is what usually happens in a story with a new mythos. The movie takes place in an alternate reality of the Eureka Seven world and a lot is the same yet different. There are no Coralians, but the Image, robots that are planning on destroying humanity.
The whole driving force of the movie is connected to the main series though, so don't believe the main series has nothing to do with what is going on. This movie also touches more on the relationship between Renton and Eureka than in the show which is pretty amazing considering the show was all about their love. The movie will also leave you more content with the ending than the series, but then again is also very tear-jerking.
If you were looking for answers for the show in this movie, you won't find much. Rather it leaves you wanting more of an explanation.
Blu-ray: Romance, action and all-out mecha battles galore! Enjoyed the lossless audio! March 10, 2010
Dennis A. Amith (kndy) (California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
"Eureka SeveN", the popular mecha anime TV series from anime studio, Bones, has spawned several video games, novels and now a movie. What began as an animated series was then quickly adapted into a manga series which ran in Kadokawa Shoten's "Monthly Shonen Ace" from 2005-2006 with a total of 23 chapters.
The anime series was a big hit in the US airing on the Cartoon Network's "Adult Swim" and in 2009, "Eureka SeveN: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers" was released in theaters during Golden Week and fans of the series would get a chance to see a new re-imagining of the characters for the film version. Director Tomoki Kyoda ("Eureka Seven" TV Series, "RahXephon", "Skull Man", "Ouran High School Host Club") wanted to make a film for those who never read the manga and never watched the anime series. So, literally a film that would be brand new for anyone watching it.
VIDEO:
"Eureka SeveN: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers" is a Bones production that looks awesome on Blu-ray. Featured in 1080p High Definition, the detail on the painted backgrounds are well-done and contain a lot of detail.
Fans of the manga and anime series should be happy with the character designs by Kenichi Yoshida ("Overman King Gainer", "Cowboy Bebop: The Movie", "Eureka Seven" TV series) and the mechanical designs by Hiroyuki Yanagise ("Sakura Diaries", "Death Note").
The battle sequences look fluid in animation and Bones did not skimp on details as they had a lot of key animators and in-between animators working on this film.
AUDIO & SUBTITLES:
"Eureka SeveN: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers" is featured in Japanese and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1. I have to say that I was pleased by the lossless soundtrack. Because of the amount of action in the film, there was great use of surround usage for explosions, weapons being shot out and hearing it pan from left to right. Good use of LFE for booms and for the most part, crystal clear audio coming from the front and center channels. Dialogue and the music by Naoki Sato (composer for "Heroic Age", "Mouse", "Sword of the Stranger") sounds very beautiful in HD.
As for the dub, this is about preference and the good news is that you get both Japanese and English lossless soundtracks. I watched the English dub at the theater and once again on Blu-ray but also watched the film in Japanese to see if there were any audio differences and for the most part, action special effects and music were both fantastic on both soundtracks. I did enjoy the more emotional voice acting from the Japanese lossless track but again, its all about preference and fortunately you get both lossless soundtracks.
Subtitles are in English.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
"Eureka SeveN: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers" contains the following special features:
* Theatrical Trailer - (2:06) The original theatrical trailer for "Eureka Seven: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers".
* TV Commercial #1 - (:17) The first Japanese TV commercial for "Eureka Seven: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers"
* TV Commercial #2 - (:17) The second Japanese TV commercial for "Eureka Seven: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers".
* Making-of-Featurette - (50:18) The making-of "Eureka Seven: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers". Featuring director Tomoki Kyoda explaining the film and why they did a re-imagining of the "Eureka Seven" story for the film. Also, the planning of the film up, storyboards, animation, recording the voice talent, ticket sales for the first screening of the film and the showcasing the journey from the film's infancy to the first screening of the film.
* Trailers - Trailers for "The Girl Who Leapt Through Time", "Ghost In the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Solid State Society" and "Sword of the Stranger".
JUDGMENT CALL:
My first exposure to "Eureka SeveN" was actually from this film. I have seen bits and pieces on television but I missed way too many episodes to comprehend what was going on and thus I passed.
But since the first screening of the film, I started to get acquainted with the manga and anime series and for the most part, my enjoyment of the film is what made me want to learn more about it.
I know with most people watching the film, they have some major knowledge of the TV and manga series but when I watched this film with a few friends who were also not familiar with the world of "Eureka SeveN", we enjoyed it. Now knowing the differences between the characters of the film and the manga/anime series, personally I feel that this movie is easily accessible for those not familiar with the series and that's good thing.
As for those who are fans, like any anime that is re-imagined and different from the original, I can understand if there are fans who are not appreciative of the changes and I'm sure there are those who are open to seeing what director Tomoki Kyoda and Bones had in store for the audience. But I can tell you that watching the film on Blu-ray definitely made things more exciting as I had the opportunity to test out the lossless audio and just be in awe of how immersive the soundscape was.
Bandai Entertainment did a magnificent job in the lossless audio treatment of this film. Also, the picture quality was definitely great to see in 1080p HD and I was happy to see the 50-minute making-of Japanese special feature (with English subtitles) included. But to my surprise, after the theatrical screening of "Eureka SeveN: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers", there was a 25-minute featuring the English dub voice talent that is not included on this Blu-ray. In a way, it's a shame because that featurette was hilarious and fun! I'm surprised it was not included at all. It would have been an excellent addition to the Blu-ray release and definitely would have made it a pretty complete release.
Overall, for those who are familiar with the series may have quite a bit to talk about in terms of differences and their own opinions of the film. But coming from a guy who watched the film along with his friends (who don't watch much anime) and didn't know too much about the manga and anime series at the time, the three of us enjoyed the film. And as for the Blu-ray, Bandai Entertainment did a wonderful job in giving us a Blu-ray release with both lossless soundtracks and a beautiful animated film in HD. The film has romance, action and all-out mecha battles. Sci-fi/mecha anime fans will definitely find something to enjoy about this film.
With a strong March week of anime on Blu-ray releases, "Eureka SeveN: Good Night, Sleep Tight, Young Lovers" definitely stands out amongst the many anime titles available now on Blu-ray released in the US.
Definitely recommended!
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