Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (DVD, 2006, 2-Disc Set)

Advent Children is a movie that takes place 2 years after the game. A mysterious disease, Geostigma, is currently plaging everyone, and out of the blue, three silver haired villains show up in their search for Jenova. Cloud is no longer a mercenary and is now an elusive deilvery guy. Shinra seeks Cloud for his help to stop those three but he refuses. Soon Cloud has no choice but to go after these three once he's attacked by them and when they start kidnapping children and threatening the city.

Going on without spoiling anything, I'll say that FF7: AC is all style without substance. Its visuals live up to Square's name and careful effort and attention is payed to even the littlest things like Barret's tattoo. Not only are the visuals in that area impressive, but the fight scenes were just as jaw-dropping if not better. They were too fast and short but still good enough to blow you away. Even though the character design doesn't look as realistic as many would prefer, I personally find the style they chose and the mood of the environment to be fitting considering its from a game and that the FF7 world at that moment is gloomy.

Where Square earns an A+ in visuals as usual, unfortunately, the story is where this movie lacks. Scenes will switch from one event to another frequently, causing confusion on where the storyline is headed. There is no explanation of new characters like Denzel, and hardly any background information on Kadaj, Yazoo, and Loz are touched. While new characters come off as vague props that're just there just to be there, some of the remaining known characters don't really seem to be anything like the lovable characters we all remember from the game. At least, Square doesn't even try or have enough time to focus on them. Aside from Cloud and Tifa, the rest of the familiar cast are more like cameos that were included just to please the fans. Even for the sake of comedy relief, it seems like Reno and Rude were the stars of Advent Children. Though they played a smaller role than Cloud, they helped moved the story along and were possibly the most entertaining throughout the entire movie.

I don't mind the music. It brings back nostalgic feelings and like the visuals, fits the mood and turmoil. They COULD'VE added more new songs but what they had was good enough for me. One Winged Angel although a bit different now, is still pleasant as ever.

The concept of the story had good potential. Unfortunately, Square didn't put out the story well enough to tap into that potential. The movie was too short and the majority of the trailors may as well been the actual movie itself. Excellent visuals and decent music along with the poorly structured story brought this to an average rating.

If you're a fanatic, go buy it. (Like anything I say will stop you) If you're a dedicated fan who cares very much for storylines, then I would suggest renting it. Newcomers to this series will be lost and even for fans the movie can be vague and confusing. So if you're new, be sure to watch the animated recap, Last Order to help you along a bit.

Final Fantasy has been around for years and FINALLY an english dubbed movie has been released. The story line is ok but if you love the characters and fighting scenes then this is a definite must buy. There is a lot of fighting throughout the whole movie but not much emotional connection between the characters which is the only flaw I saw. Other than that, Sephiroth is back and Cloud must face him again. It also has it's funny momments too. I would still give it 5 out of 5 because it was so well made and the voices of the characters suite everyone great. No complaints there. Get ready for action packed fighting, new characters that are simply awesome, and great cinematic graphics. Go and buy it, it's worth every penny.

I am a fan of this wonderful game of Final Fantasy 7. I would collect any thing or buy any product that would be related to it. That is why i purchased this wonderful movie continuation of that game. I also purchased extra to watch and the other to collect and this movie has awesome graphic and good story line. Overall this would be a great gift or movie for young or old to watch if they are a fan of FF 7.

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This movie takes place a few years after the FFVII game,with Cloud,Tifa,Barret,Cid,Red XII,Cait,Yuffie,and Vincent in the cast.

After the fight in the end of Final Fantasy VII,some of the children around Midgar have become infected with cells of Jenova.But then the three silver haired men show up in search for their "Mother" Jenova,with the cast of Final Fantasy standing in their way.It's up to cloud and the gang to stop more battles from breaking out.

The graphics of this movie are purely beautiful that any one would enjoy.They're not the cartoony type from Disney,nor Anime,but something that people would expect from SquareEnix.I highly recommend this movie,even though those who haven't played the game might just like the graphics.

Final Fantasy VII Advent Children is an absolute must have for all "Final Fantasy VII" fans. The story takes place two years after the original "Final Fantasy VII" story line, and continues in Midgar as a disease known as "Geostigma" is spreading, and threatening the lives of many children. Meanwhile, a gang of three men, which are related to Sephiroth, are trying to find the head of Jenova, whom they believe is their "mother", as Cloud, Tifa, RedXIII, Barret, Cait Sith, Yuffie, and Vincent try to stop them.

Advent Children is a simply amazing movie and a must have for your dvd collection! Not only is the storyline great in this movie, the animation is outstanding. It is so outrageous, that you can actually see the fibers in Cloud's clothing. Advent Children is a movie that even people who have not played "Final Fantasy VII" will enjoy, and is truly a masterpiece.

Final Fantasy Advent Children is way too awesome! The graphics are so realistic! The characters, the backgrounds, and the special effects, they were all drawn with great detail and the graphics technology they used is way ahead of it's time. It's jaw-dropping and non-stop action from the beginning to the end. Cloud fights the enemies with two swords and can dodge bullets. Sephiroth flies in the air like a badass and the fight with him sends chills down my spine, it's too good. The voice actors did such a good job and the orchestra/rock music is perfect for the situation. You will like the movie even more if you've played Final Fantasy VII, but if you haven't, you'll still enjoy it. I recommend buying it because it's one of the best movies I've seen and it's worth every penny you'll pay for it. 10/10

This movie would have to have been one of my most favorite movies! square-enix did an exellent job on the graphics and the story line! I decided to buy it because I've played the game and the game had a good story line and the movie picks up after the game.

Finally: a treasure for Final Fantasy fans, video game fans in general, or anyone interested in a great thrill ride. "Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children" succeeds marveluosly where "The Spirits Within" fell short.
Set two years after the events of the blockbuster "Final Fantasy VII", Cloud Strife has become a recluse, despondent over the loss of Aeris. All Around the world, many people (especially children) have become afflicted with an illness called Geostigma. As Cloud moves to uncover the truth behind this horrible disease, he is opposed by three new enemies bent on Jenova's Reunion and the destruction of the planet.
This movie is impressive all around. The CGI is stunning, with some of the best nuanced acting ever seen in this medium. The action is intense right from the get go. The fighting and acrobatics are definitely anime-influenced, but still hold up remarkably well. The voice talent is spot-on, with only the most minor of awkward (yet acceptable) sentences. I must draw special attention to George Newburn's portrayal of (***spoilers!***)

Sephiroth. The film's score is brilliant, another triumph for series composer Nobuo Uematsu. All your favorite pieces from the game are here in one form or another.
Of note to newcomers, the DVD contains a digest-sized summary of FFVII, and the film itself opens with narration to explain the main events of the game. For the initiate, it won't give you insight into every event or relationship, but enough for you to follow the film and recognize key players. And for the fans, there are enough visual and musical touchstones for you to feel immediately at home.
Otherwise, the special features are a bit lacking. It does include every trailer for the movie ever produced. "Deleted scene" is really a misnomer for this collection, as they are all less than 15 seconds long, and little more than extensions of specific shots throughout the movie. They contain no dialogue, and do not influence the story at all. The documentary is fairly good, although more about the ideas that went into production rather than a technical exploration.
Overall, this movie is a definite masterpiece. To every fan of FFVII and everyone who wants a rousing good time, "Advent Children" is for you.

Advent Children was an awesome movie. The graphics that came from square enix were the best ive ever seen. I have been waiting for this movie since i first heard about it 1 year ago. I also beat the game which was also incredible. The plot in both the game and the movie were very touching. I have been playing role playing games for a long time but no other story was so amazing that i could watch it over and over without getting sick of it. I think in this movie my favorite part would be the fight scene with cloud and seperoth. When i looked back on what the graphics were like in the game and then i saw the movie i was shocked because it was so much more than i ever expected. It took these people 2 years to make this movie and when you see it you'll know why. Another thing that caught my eye was the attention to detail. For example the eyes or the water. The water looks so real and the eyes are a really cool when they change. I would recomend this movie to anyone who is into action because it is packed with it. There is no swearing only minor violence. please enjoy this incredible dvd i know i did.

One of the greatest anime films I have ever seen. It truely captures the imagination of the FF universe!

The animations are GREAT!
Very action-packed!
My brothers and I have watched it 5 times already! @__@

I like this movie because it is a really good lead off of Final Fantasy VII. Cloud, Barret, Tifa, Yuffie, Vincent, Red XIII, and Cid were just awesome in it. The only bad thing about the movie is that it is to short. I would love to have seen a longer fight scene between Cloud and Sephroith. I also would have liked for the other characters to have played a bigger role in the movie instead of just appearing up during the battle with Bahamut. Over all this was a great movie. If you have played Final Fantasy VII then Advent Children is a must see.

The movie was awesome. It had a good plot line and I liked that you really didnt have to know to much about the game to understand it. I also liked that the whole movie was CGI. The only thing i disliked is that it is not offered in BLU-RAY hi-def, Reguardless it still looked excellent in my playstation 3.

I bought this movie for a 14 year old autistic boy, He absolutley loved it. I watched it also, It was great. Kids love this animae stuff. Great for adults or kids.

I would have liked more of a storyline instead of feeling as if I was jumping in the middle of one.. But with that said, I really liked it.. Action packed with a heart ...

My son really enjoyed this movie. He loves all of the Final Fantasy Games and so it was fun for him to see it come to life in a movie.

I read a lot of fan-fic - and was very confused about the backgroud of the characters in a Final Fantasy story. I bought the DVD to obtain the knowledge I lacked.

For that purpose, the DVD was quite successful. But I'm not into motorcycle fights, so didn't really like the story. (I'm 60 years old - the DVD is probably geared to young teens.) I gave it to my great-nephew after I viewed it - and he loved it.

I bought the movie and I couldn't tear myself away from it. Like mentioned before, this movie was unbelievable in its action and in its effects. While the storyline may not be as strong as the game was, it is still a great way to fill in the gaps of what the game left behind and to press into another direction. Lovers of Final Fantasy will enjoy this movie. Those who played Final Fantasy VII will enjoy it even more. I know that not everyone will like this movie and that is okay. Different strokes for different folks. But I will say that it is an enjoyable experience to those who like action and excitement from beginning to end. It really benefits to play through the game first, though; that way the story will really make more sense. I had to watch it a couple of times to really get it but I got it. Also, for the price that it is being sold, there is no fear of not getting your money's worth.

So do I recommended it? Look at the rating I gave it. That should answer your question. :)

That is my third time buying this DVD! It's because when I showed my sister and she wants it. I also showed my nephew and he wants to keep it. Finally for third time, I keep it to myself!

This film is amazing based on the animation itself. And the story paces very smooth and I watched it many times.

This review is simply telling why I love this film. For you fans who have the love for art/animation, you will love this film!

Cheers!

Why I like it- It leaves off where the video game FF7 ended. FF7 is one of the best video games ever created. Captivating story, great animation, realistic characters etc. The movie brought back those characters and one of my favorite characters- Sephiroth.

The movies graphics were incredible! I also enjoyed hearing what happened after Shinra had fallen. And what had become of Sephiroth. Great story too! I think the movie and the bonus material were great.

Bonus material was like a walk down memory lane through the game FF7

I dont have any complaints about the DVD.

I bought it because it was a good deal and I have been waiting to see it for awhile.

Great buy on all accounts! I hope there will be a sequel!

The graphics of the movie will have you spellbound! The plot takes nothing from the game but adds to it. It made me wanting more. The characters personalities hold true to the game which made me happy.
I do wish that they used the same words from the Japanese subtitled to the English translation. The use of American slang seemed out of place in the English version.

The reason why i bought this was because i had see it before and LOVED the movie... i didn't want to pay the reguler price for it at (EB Games, Gamestop, Wal-mart, Ect...)

Everything is perfect, the sound and music are awsome... The only thing i didn't like about this is that when SE (Square Enix) Dubbed it into english they didn't even change the lip animations for the american version... so it gets kind of annoying when your watching it with the english dub turned on...

First of all, if you're a fan of the series, or better yet just FFVII, you gotta buy this movie. It definitely brings back memories of the characters and music. I loved the graphics, they were so cool! The city was extremely detailed and you really noticed it even during the high-paced action with Bahamut and Sephiroth---all the jumping and flying between the two. You see that extra effort in all the details and design. However, there are two things I didn't like: 1) I think the movie could've been much longer, or felt too short. 2) I didn't really like the focus of the film, which, according to one of the game's designers, was about the children. I mean, it was a nice, happy ending, but I wish they had put in more of a romance between childhood best friends Cloud and Tifa! =) [This is for the import version]