This show is so freaking awesome! It's got action, a bit of romance, and the best part of all mystery. It's from Director Koichi Mashimo, who brought us NOIR, and .hack//SIGN. In the beginning I only saw a few episodes, and I was impressed, and excited for the next episode. And now, I own the entire series on DVD and it was well worth it for each wait
Fantastic story. Smart well written, It's a mix of warfare, the occult, romance, drama, mystery and so much more. Also shows some interesting view points about the chaos of war, and how capitalism is involved, yet with out getting on a soap box and preaching. And surprisingly it's very much a talkie. I love how they have the guts to do a talkie. It proves to me, they are less concerned with success, and more with a good story. Sure talkies can get a little slow, but hey Vol. 3 is a real nail biter. episodes 9-12 Whew! Intense. And Volume 5 is when we see the giant jig-saw puzzle starting to come together. Truly an excellent screenplay. I also love the characters. Margert, although off, she's really adorable. She's cute, lovable, slow, just this strange girl, you have no idea about. And Elenore, is a wonderful character too. The way she is so protective, and loyal to Margeret makes her the not a-typical house maid. It was great to see a character that didn't fall to the common stereotype of maids.
Fantastic Direction from Koichi Mashimo. He always does fine work, plus Bee Train's Animation is spectacular. And the most key element for me, music. From the esteemed composer of .hack//SIGN and NOIR, Yuki Kajiura has some beautiful, and haunting melodies. I even heard re-arranged parts from the song "A Stray Child" (.hack//SIGN) and I heard a modified version of "Aura." I love when composers reincorporate their themes and melodies. Her opening theme is spectacular, and her ending theme is great. And there is this really cool piece that sounds like a waltz. And the song "Nowhere" which is featured when MADLAX get's gun crazy, is such a fun song to listen to. All her music is so darn excellent.
Great Vocing too. Dubbed by ADV Films, no repetitious VA's and VAC's, all fresh voicing. And from what I've been told the Amercian VA's match very well to their Japanese counter parts. How many times do you see that happen? It may not always be the best idea, but it did. As much as I love ADV actress Hilary Hagg, I don't think she would have been fitting in any of these roles. So they have a really nice voice cast.
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And the ending was shocking, intense and sad. Elenore and Vanessa both killed, what the doll really was, how and why Margert lost her memories. And Elenore, classy and dignified character to the end, always marinating her dignity, always willing to protect Margaret. Especially as she held the gun to that soldiers head and refused to shoot! That is true character!
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So do I recommend this Anime? You bet, if you love Action, pretty girls, adventure, mystery, and a beautiful original score, MADLAX is for you! Excellent, truly excellent. The most amazing and intriguing mystery I have seen.
Fantastic story. Smart well written, It's a mix of warfare, the occult, romance, drama, mystery and so much more. Also shows some interesting view points about the chaos of war, and how capitalism is involved, yet with out getting on a soap box and preaching. And surprisingly it's very much a talkie. I love how they have the guts to do a talkie. It proves to me, they are less concerned with success, and more with a good story. Sure talkies can get a little slow, but hey Vol. 3 is a real nail biter. episodes 9-12 Whew! Intense. And Volume 5 is when we see the giant jig-saw puzzle starting to come together. Truly an excellent screenplay. I also love the characters. Margert, although off, she's really adorable. She's cute, lovable, slow, just this strange girl, you have no idea about. And Elenore, is a wonderful character too. The way she is so protective, and loyal to Margeret makes her the not a-typical house maid. It was great to see a character that didn't fall to the common stereotype of maids.
Fantastic Direction from Koichi Mashimo. He always does fine work, plus Bee Train's Animation is spectacular. And the most key element for me, music. From the esteemed composer of .hack//SIGN and NOIR, Yuki Kajiura has some beautiful, and haunting melodies. I even heard re-arranged parts from the song "A Stray Child" (.hack//SIGN) and I heard a modified version of "Aura." I love when composers reincorporate their themes and melodies. Her opening theme is spectacular, and her ending theme is great. And there is this really cool piece that sounds like a waltz. And the song "Nowhere" which is featured when MADLAX get's gun crazy, is such a fun song to listen to. All her music is so darn excellent.
Great Vocing too. Dubbed by ADV Films, no repetitious VA's and VAC's, all fresh voicing. And from what I've been told the Amercian VA's match very well to their Japanese counter parts. How many times do you see that happen? It may not always be the best idea, but it did. As much as I love ADV actress Hilary Hagg, I don't think she would have been fitting in any of these roles. So they have a really nice voice cast.
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And the ending was shocking, intense and sad. Elenore and Vanessa both killed, what the doll really was, how and why Margert lost her memories. And Elenore, classy and dignified character to the end, always marinating her dignity, always willing to protect Margaret. Especially as she held the gun to that soldiers head and refused to shoot! That is true character!
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So do I recommend this Anime? You bet, if you love Action, pretty girls, adventure, mystery, and a beautiful original score, MADLAX is for you! Excellent, truly excellent. The most amazing and intriguing mystery I have seen.