World Famous Comics: Linda Porto (II) Kaleido Star - Amazing Collection
Linda Porto (II) Kaleido Star - Amazing Collection
Starring: John Swasey, Linda Porto (II), Chris Patton, T.J.P., Illich Guardiola Directed By: Junichi Sato Average Rating: Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Audience Rating: Unrated Binding: DVD Format: Animated, Box set, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, NTSC Label: Adv Films Number of Items: 5 Region Code: 1 Release Date: November 01, 2005 Running Time: 650 minutes Theatrical Release Date: May 11, 2004
Kaleido Star Amazing Collection I love anime, and I am an avid collector of great anime dvd's, so when I read the 5-star reviews about Kaleido Star, I just had to get it. Needless to say, I was greatly disappointed. First off, I will say that Sora, Mia, Anna, Ken, Sarah and the others are superbly drawn-- animation is great.The plot too is well developed and unique. So why only 2 stars? Well, although the music soundtrack received excellent reviews by several others, it totally drowns out the voices of all the characters, especially at the most heart-felt, tender moments. The music pounds away louder and louder and louder while Sora and the others can barely be heard at all. Turn the volume up, and you still can't hear the characters speak. The only thing you achieve is to get broken ear drums. This is the worst video as far as musical-sound balance goes, and it is very annoying and disappointing. Also, the characters are barely audible in one of the training rooms in many episodes. You can hear them, but you get too much echo in the rooms. On the lighter side, the word "AMAZING" (or a form of it) is used in the title of every single episode. Now that is "amazingly" annoying and "amazingly" redundant. I love you, Sora, but I feel I have been robbed by paying a high price for this DVD set.
Pleasantly amazed I must admit, while reading some of the previous reviews I was a little skeptical. But after taking the chance and ordering this series I found a more than worthy addition to my library. I have only a few titles compared to the numerous others who I have seen review but count myself lucky for taking their advice and purchasing Kaleido Star.
LOVE IT!! I just finished this box set and I love it. I love Sora and the triumphs she has to over come. It really teaches that you can do anything you set your mind to as long as you give it your all. I recommend it!
Wonderful! I am waiting for Sep. 4 for the 2nd season to hit the shelves. At first, I didn't think I would like it. But, I did! All the characters were likable (most of them). And I think the plot line is different than most animes. I mean, stunts on trapezes? That's AWESOME! Effects are great, stunts are cool, a few hints of romance, and packaging is amazing
Inspiring and well... simply magnificent. This has to be one of the best anime I have seen in many years. It's not too long, not too short. There are no "filler" episodes; it's all story and it's all relevant to character development and premise. An absolute gem that you won't regret discovering.
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