Macross Plus - The Movie (2002, DVD)

Macross Plus, a story from the famous Macross continuum of Kawamori, will guarantee to thrill sci-fi and mecha anime enthusiasts alike! The story features two test pilots fighting for the woman they both love. The plot is very well woven, and keeps your attention, and towards the end, puts you on the edge of your seat. However, if one wants the full impact and background of the story, I would recommend viewing the 4-part Original Animation on Video (OAV) series of the same name. The character designs are realistic, believable, and very alluring, while the mecha designs are mind-boggling! The Y-19 and Y-21 Valkyries both perform unbelievable moves and show off much firepower. The animation overall is fast, crisp, and pretty clear. I prefer the subtitled version to the dub, but the dub is watchable if you hate reading. In either case, the music, done by Yoko Kanno (Escaflowne, Turn A Gundam), is poignant, beautiful, and adds variety and suspense to the show. Overall, this movie is a MUST for anime fans to watch. It has become a real classic over the past 5-6 years, and is still shown almost every year in club, or as the OAV. Plot, design, and music mesh together in an entertaining, thrill-seeking experience you don't want to miss!