siff: vexille

Tonight I also saw Vexille which was great. It is a Japanese(?) anime sci-fi film which manages to incorporate some major aspects of The Matrix, Dune, and Bladerunner into a fresh new film-thingie. The animation looks pretty, too.

I have only one complaint in general, which is that there are a couple of snicker-inducing moments which kind of break the mood. An unfortunate side-effect of less-than-superb editing I suppose (along with some subpar translation with the subtitles which can be excused.) All in all, it’s great and definitely worth a watch. I even bought the DVD for my dad when I got home from seeing it.

I really don’t want to ruin anything by divulging details other than suggesting that if you like androids, jet-powered robotic suits, and anime-hair, you should definitely check it out. It’s not a stinker like Advent Children, I promise. Cross my heart.

I rate Vexille 4 out of 5 SWORDs.