RockMan EXE The Movie review

Gankutsuou · Net Agent Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Posts: 224

I bought the RockMan EXE movie DVD that came out in Japan last week, and thought I'd post a review for it.

Video 5/5: The transfer seemed to be beautifully vibrant and the colors were gorgeous. The animation is very nice and definitely had a movie budget as it looks a lot better than the TV series. The video is in an anamorphic widescreen, however, I cannot say how it looks on a Widscreen TV as I do not own one.

Audio 4/5: There are two audio tracks provided on this DVD, Dolby 2.0 and 5.1. Neither track seemed to have any distortions of any kind, however, I'm taking a point off the audio since the 5.1 track did not really seem to utilize the use of the rear speakers, which is a little disappointing to 5.1 freaks like myself.

Extras 3/5: I'm not really sure what to rate the extras as I have no idea if there were any specials made for the movie, or if there was even a premier event. However, there is a trailer featuring movies to both RockMan EXE and Duel Masters (ewwwwww). The trailer was a seller for EXE, but it was very short and there was only one of them. There is a two minute video showing scenes for RockMan EXE/MegaMan Battle Network 6, which were odd because MegaMan was SoulUnisoned most of the time. As always, there will be two versions (again), a Pheonix and a Lion (or something like a lion). It also said the game will be out this year (in Japan). There was also a quick promo for RockMan EXE Beast, saying it will premier Oct 1 and showed silhouettes of the two creatures from EXE/BN 6. Lastly, profiles on MegaMan, Bass, Colonel, BassSoul, and the red beast of the movie, along with a quick scene from the movie feature those characters.

Oh, and it came with a card of the fusion between MegaMan and Bass.

Movie 4.5/5: This movie was one of the best EXE adventures I ever had the pleasure of viewing. It was one fast paced ride that only went uphill and never let you off your seat. However, the movie features a very small cast of navis, and most of them are seen for maybe one scene (GyroMan, TomahawkMan). Not surprising, but I would have loved to have seen some of the other navis (especially the Neo WWW ones) with movie quality animation. The story was a good ride, and it is one that even a new viewer can get into without having seen the series before, but the best treat is for those who have watched the series throughout as it features the return of two villians, and shows a young Dr. Wily.

Overall, this movie is highly recommended for any MegaMan fan, and being under $30 (2800 Yen), there is no reason why people should complain about this Region 2 DVD being expensive. Sure, there is a lack of subtitles, but if you are diehard fan, it won't matter. Go out right now and buy it!!
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**Ryouko** · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 6:36 pm Post subject:

I just finished watching the movie about 10 minutes ago, and all I have to say is that it kicks ass.

Gankutsuou: You might want to watch some of Stream before watching the movie. O_o; Otherwise you will be very confuzzled. Or at least read some of the summaries up until Cross Fusion Laika comes in.

Also, the card is Forte Cross Rockman, not SoulBass. n.n;

I will be posting a full summary in due time. There's a hella lot of plot to go through, and it ties directly into Stream's storyline (FINALLY SOME ANSWERS).
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DS_RockmanEXE · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 6:49 pm Post subject:

Very promising indeed.. Can't wait to hear more. I wish they had the DM movie along with it, though.. *Curses*.
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LgacyDX · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 6:51 pm Post subject:

Dang it! Nice reviews you two. I want to see it very much but the best way to do it is to order the dvd.
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YamiKusanagi · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:12 pm Post subject:

If it's got the FCR card, i'm buyin' this DVD! I'll just need an E-Reader+ device to hook it up my MMBN5 game.
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Flame Buster · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:13 pm Post subject:

It only works for the Japanese, original version.
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YamiKusanagi · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:19 pm Post subject:

Is that so? I mean, yeah, the card itself has a different region "code" than the US cards...

With all due respect, have you tried linking the Japanese E-Reader+ with an American game that corresponds the card?
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Flame Buster · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:21 pm Post subject:

I do believe Ryouko said it in the updates section
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YamiKusanagi · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:23 pm Post subject:

*reads the update...then smacks his forehead*

D'oh. I should've read more carefully.

...although, has anyone tried it yet?
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**Ryouko** · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:28 pm Post subject:

I believe they have. The Japanese E-Reader cards only work with the Japanese E-Readers and games.
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YamiKusanagi · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:32 pm Post subject:

Hmm....
well, if i can, i'll try it out and see for myself.

I'll come back with news once I'm able to give it a test. I mean, if Pokemon Advance was able to link internationally...i figured the japanese E-reader could link with an american cart.
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Shonshiwo15 · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:37 pm Post subject:

hmmm...i can't wait to hear what the movie's like! yay! I hope it's up for download somewhere soon! Smile

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**Ryouko** · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 8:54 pm Post subject:

It's not Cross Fusion. n.n; It's a union of their Ultimate Programs.
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YamiKusanagi · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 9:16 pm Post subject:

Just...how powerful is FCR?
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Kirbopher15 · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 9:18 pm Post subject:

Uh...Ryouko, you're still gonna do your own summary of the actual movie right?

**Ryouko** · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 9:41 pm Post subject:

Yes, as soon as I sort out the details of the plot. Barrel is sexy.

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Kirbopher15 · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 10:50 pm Post subject:

Is that a Matrix pole? oO;;

XHunter17 · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 10:53 pm Post subject:

So are you going to post Screen Caps on your web site Ryo and BTW I like your new Sig Ryouko
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**Ryouko** · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2005 10:55 pm Post subject:

I'm working on screencaps at the moment. There will most likely be around 500 of them in all.
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