FLCL: Volume 1 [DVD]

I loved this show from when I first seen it on Adult Swim, didn't care much for the voices on the dub, but later seen a version that had the original Japanese voice cast and amazing subtitles. Watching this in Amazon Video gives me no options to watch the series as it was intended and for that I am dissatisfied with my purchase and would rather get the series on blu ray if available or dvd. If you're a not-so-diehard fan and even if you are, skip this and buy the discs.

Quality here on Amazon video is great, but this version is missing some built in 'subtitles' like in the first episode cutaway during the slowmo part where it says 'IT'S WRONG' or a translation of Kanti's excuse for taking so long at the store finding grandpa's magazine. These might be in the closed captions, but it's worth noting.

I had heard some interesting things about FLCL and was anxious to check it out. The animation and screen graphics are of the higher quality, as the production value of this cartoon is wonderful. Plus they do some interesting shifts in visual style depending on the story point, which makes for more interesting viewing. For instance, to explain the whole "FLCL" thing, they jump to moving comics for the scene. It's fun stuff.Storywise, there's some unique elements tossed in...particularly all the robots which emerge from our young protagonist's head (literally). But the narrative is not an easy one to follow...a lot of stuff is left unexplained on this first DVD, and the story moves at a somewhat disjointed clip.As a new-comer, I'd say both the graphics and narrative lean towards the experimental with various levels of success. For the animation enthusiast, it's worth seeing. For someone with "story" solely in mind, you might find this frustrating. And if you're someone mainly interested in panty-shots of pouty, anime girls in private school uniforms, you won't be disappointed.

FLCL is an amazingly animated series, definitely worth the watch. Be prepared though, the episodes are spontaneous & random but that’s what makes the show more unique. It’s not extremely story heavy, it’s more character focused. The music stood out to me as exceptional: it’s done by a band named “The Pillows”. A personal favorite is “Little Busters” by The Pillows. Anyways if you’re anywhere in your teens you’ll enjoy it (or an adult with a lightheart).

this anime hit about the end of the 90's but it rocked my socks off.it had it's own unique style I haven't seen since ever and should I mention is every thing from epic battle too series drama..... too a bit of loony kind of comedy.... it even has lots of references... just don't expect it too all rap up neatly at the end.. I give this anime five vespa bike woman stings out of five.p.s. sssspppptttt their5 is an iriff/funny commentary sold of this anime sold on a site called rifftrax.. it's epic but I am a little bit biased being instrumental in it's production.. it's just as badass though.. don't say I didn't give the world anything.. lol.

First off, FLCL (or furikuri), was directed by the animation director of Shinseki Evangelion. It was animated by Production IG and Gainax (the other two studios involved in Eva). Secondly, this was an OVA so it had a much higher budget than your average tv show...as a result the animation is really, really good. This is some of the nicest stuff I've seen in a few years...the movement, color and composition are really alive and kinetic...The story is a little esoteric but if you stick with it, it all makes sense! There's also lots of humor to be had for those who know anime...lots of in jokes, references, etc...aka fairly standard for Gainax comedy stuff....this is sort of a scifi comedy meets the real world on speed?!!As for the presentation...The mastering is impeccable! It looks better than the original Japanese versions! There is director's commentary, an art booklet, an extensive interview/translation guide, etc etc etc. Synch Point have done themselves proud with this release. I have the entire series in Japanese already but I'll buy them all again if they keep up the good work.