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BrikHaus81

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#273070
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Heroes
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I get the impression that the show didn't originally have the Ali Larter character when it was created. Her story seems to have no connection with the rest, and sort of meanders around aimlessly. I have a feeling that the NBC network execs thought they needed a sexy female lead on the show, so the writer's just sort of threw her character together.
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#272683
Topic
Heroes
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This show is completely amazing. I highly recommended it. It is a weekly serial, so you have to make sure you are able to watch every episode in order, because if you miss one you'll be screwed. But I am really enjoying it, even though the week long wait between episodes always feels like an eternity. My favorite characters right now are Hiro and Sylar.
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#272432
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Mahoromatic Limitless (Released)
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Originally posted by: klokwerk

Btw, what's the status on your other projects, particularly the NGE Instrumental Extras?


Klokwerk, please check your PM's regarding this edit.

Also, as far as the NGE Instrumental Extras, I found a new translator, hopefully this one won't stiff me like the last one did. They are currently working on some other project, but estimate that they can start mine sometime in mid-March. That said, I would expect an April/May release for the Instrumental Extras. Here's hoping...
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#271948
Topic
Mahoromatic Limitless (Released)
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Originally posted by: Klingon_Jedi
I'm not sure about removing the time limit concept. It's been one of the key things that's seperated this show from your run of the mill maid series. I like the idea a lot, as it expresses that her time is limited, and leaves you wondering how far they'll take it. Remove it, and you have a maid show with some combat thrown in. I have only seen four episodes, but the concept sounds like it removes some of the depth of the show.


Understandably, since you've only seen a few episodes, you can't really understand the intent to change this aspect of the show. Right now you are in the middle of the first season, which in my books scores a perfect 10 out of 10. I might even go so far as to say that the first season of Mahoromatic was a masterpiece.

However...

(please excuse my foul language)

When you watch the second season, more specifically the final two episodes, you will understand why this edit was created. The "depth" that you speak of is thrown to the wind. The device of her time limit is not used at the end, mostly because (I believe) the writers had written themselves into a corner and could not figure out what to do. And the final episode is pretty gut wrenching, as well as INCREDIBLY lazily written. I like to say it was a big "Fuck You" from Gainax to the fans. They switched genres completely. You have no idea what happened to all but three of the characters. Nothing at all is explained. And those who showed development throughout the series revert back to they way they used to be in the beginning. Since you haven't seen it all, I won't spoil it by divulging the details of WHY I think it is pure shit, but believe me it is a HORRIBLE ending. Not just because it's sad (and certainly the saddest ending in anime history), but just because it was so terribly/lazily written that it is a piece of shit.

The ending was begging to be changed. Some fans were pretty devastated by the ending. At the very least, this will be a way to rewatch Mahoromatic without having to re-experience that godawful ending. It's to give it the proper ending it deserves.

What I'd really like is for someone to watch these movies that I'm making without ever having seen the series and comment on it.
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#270954
Topic
Mahoromatic Limitless (Released)
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A slightly tweaked version has been uploaded. Apparently, a couple of stray frames made their way into the final edit, which was not supposed to happen. Those have since been corrected. If you already have this, and the extra frames don't bother you, then there's no need to download this. If they did bother you, or you haven't picked this up yet, now is the time. I'll probably only seed it a couple more weeks.
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#269546
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Movie Help Needed
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The funny thing about "The Island" is that it is a remake of a really shitty old movie called "Parts: The Clonus Horror" which was actually so bad it was featured on MST3K! I saw "The Island" and did kind of like it, but, having seen "Parts" first, you can definitely see the parts they stole. Aside from "The Rock" this is the only Michael Bay movie I can stomach.
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#268437
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SoundTrack to your life
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Opening Credits: Sexx Laws - Beck
Waking Up: Crystal Shadow - Keiko Matsui
First Day At School: Helter Skelter - Beatles
Falling In Love: I Just Wanna Love You (Unplugged) - Jay-Z (I think this one was a great coincidence!)
Fight Song: High Roller - Crystal Method
Life: Tribute - Tenacious D
Mental Breakdown: Smoke - Ben Folds Five
Driving: She's the One - Robbie Williams
Flashback: Extraordinary - Better than Ezra
Getting back together: All I Want - Offspring
Wedding: Canta per Me - Yuki Kajiura
Death of a loved one: Island in the Sun - Weezer
Final Battle: By the Way - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Death Scene: Imagine - John Lennon
Funeral Song: All Blues - Miles Davis
End Credits: Plush - Stone Temple Pilots
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#268427
Topic
Mahoromatic Limitless (Released)
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Mahoromatic Limitless Volume 1 of 3

One of Gainax’s often overlooked shows is Mahoromatic. Personally, I found the show to be amazing, EXCEPT the ending was completely terrible. I couldn’t think of a worse way to end a series. Well, I’ve decided to create a rebuild of Mahoromatic in the form of films. The episodes have been spliced together into films to give a slightly different version of Mahoromatic. One that won’t leave you disappointed at the end. Here are just a few the things to expect:

  1. All references to Mahoro’s life span removed.
  2. All references to Management removed.
  3. Ryuga will remain Mahoro’s final enemy.

—Mahoromatic Automatic Maiden: Limitless Volume 1—

In the hidden war against the alien invaders of Saint, mankind has been saved countless times by an android named Mahoro. Out of gratitude for her deeds, the earth-defense force Vesper offers Mahoro the chance to fulfill any dream she desires. All she’s ever wanted was to live a normal life. So what’s an android to do?

Enter Suguru, a young orphan with an extremely messy house, who hires Mahoro on as a maid. Poor Suguru has no idea about Mahoros past life, or her deep connection to him. But hes not one to complain as Mahoro moves in, causing suspicion from his friends, and jealousy from his home-room teacher. Now Suguru just has to deal with the fact that his beautiful 19-year old maid is really a combat android!

The film is presented in English and Japanese 2.0 with full subtitles as well as text only subtitles.

This torrent includes a DVD compatible file that is ready to burn, and includes high quality case, insert, and dvd artwork.

I hope you enjoy it!

This is currently being hosted at Demonoid. Go there to pick it up. Or you can go to my website to get the link.

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#267998
Topic
Gundam
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Gundam is pretty decent, but I always felt was a little lacking in depth. It's like every series has to be 50 episodes long so they unnecessarily stretch them out. But I've only seen two of the series, so I may have no idea what I'm talking about. Other mecha series that are interesting and worth checking in to are: Giant Robo, Evangelion, RahXephon, Escaflowne, and Gunbuster.
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#266695
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To those who bought the Limited Edition Lord of the Rings DVDs...
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They are definitely very good, and well worth the money. If watching them tires you out, do what I do: watch one disc every day. This will take six days, but you are only watching a two hour movie a night. It's a very cool way to do it. I've seen the theatrical versions twice and the extended versions twice. I have to say that the extended versions are indeed better.
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#260894
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Idea: Borat - The Promotions
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Do you have these clips yet?

Borat Washington DC Press Conference where he tries to enter the White House: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MqWvBFu-Do
Comedy Central Purpose to Promote Moviefilms: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvY11IXibZs&mode=related&search=
Borat meets Regis Philbin: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOpWLP0Wacc&mode=related&search=
The Multipart Borat Press Conference: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--PzfY3ahwA
Night of Too Many Stars: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWilcs0Fse4

This blog may be worth contacting as far as getting clips: http://www.borat-son.com/