- Welcome to Area 88, a desolate outpost in the sun-blasted desert where mercenary fighter pilots risk their lives in service to the Kingdom of Aslan. Any skilled pilot will do – no questions asked. They literally kill for cash as they fight for the government of a country torn apart by a bloody civil war. Who are these pilots and why do they suffer the pains of the desert to serve a country that is
Japanese ace Shin Kazuma was staring at a cozy future at Yamato Airlines, where he was dating the president’s daughter. Instead, he’s tricked into signing on as a mercenary and now must serve a three year hitch or raises $1.5 million to buy his way out.
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April 25, 2010
#1
First of all I never watched the previous OVA series so this review is not tainted in anyway. This series packs a big bang for your buck. The animation style is pretty darn good in my oppinion and the CG mixes well with it. The air battles are superb and the music really gets you going. I liked the characters for what they were as this was a short 12 episode series. And for a fun short series it really mixed the story up with some serious episodes to boot. The reason this doesnt receive a 5 star rating however is because the beginning really doesnt set up what the series is all about. As you watch the series though, the story does unfold but there is a lingering feeling after the first episode of what is the show really about. The other reason for 4 not 5 stars is the ending. I thought it could have been closed up better, although it still works, its more of an “artsy” independent film ending. Anyway this show was great and ADV as always brings a great dub. I just finished it for a second time and I know I will watch it again. Review Over
Oh yeah, other reviewers have said the original Area 88 from the 80s is better, I saw a trailer for it and Im not gonna go back and watch it with its dated animation when this 2005 edition is totally updated and longer in length. I find when people like an older edition over the new its because its what they watched when they were kids and it pulls them back to there childhood. If you havent watched either I would start with this one first. But to each his own.
April 25, 2010
#2
I had wanted to check out a military themed animated show that employed fighter jets, and I had checked Area 88 out on a recommendation.
The military fighter jets were kick azz, let me state that right away. The air combat was well done. The characters? A bit stiff. The storyline? Can’t go wrong with the lost love plot, but it’s nothing viewers haven’t seen before.
Area 88 isn’t something I’m interested in watching again — a bit boring all around, and not something that would entice me to watch again. I also wouldn’t pay the $40 price for the set; the pricing should be more towards $30.
The DVD’s are an okay anime offering, with a classic storyline and modern military fighters. Again, the characters are a bit stiff, so be warned.
April 25, 2010
#3
Not much to say but this anime could’ve been longer and the characters seemed bland at times. I recommend seeing the original ova instead.
April 25, 2010
#4
GREAT ANIMATION,THE STORY LINE IS FINE.IT ONLY TAKE A FEW HOURS TO WATCH THE HOLE MANGA OR ANIMATION.I STRONGLY RECOMENDED.
April 26, 2010
#5
A great anime to see with a powerful meaning to it in a way.Here a guy has a great life meets the girl of his dreams.He ha a promiseing career with good friends.then takes a turn for da worst.really good seris well worth buying