| Neon Genesis Evangelion, Collection 0:7 (Episodes 21-23) | 
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Actors: Megumi Ogata, Megumi Hayashibara, Kotono Mitsuishi, Yvonne Aquire, Christine M. Auten
Directors: Hiroyuki Ishido, Kazuya Tsurumaki, Keiichi Sugiyama, Masahiko Otsuka, Masayuki
Publisher: Adv Films
Studio: Adv Films
Manufacturer: Adv Films
Label: Adv Films
Format: Animated, Color, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Subtitled, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Japanese (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: Unrated
Media: DVD
Running Time: 75 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6
ISBN: 157813000X
UPC: 702727001727
EAN: 9781578130009
ASIN: B00005BJX2
Release Date: May 29, 2001
Theatrical Release Date: January 1, 1933
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In "The Birth of NERV," the filmmakers offer the viewer glimpses of the main characters' childhoods in scenes that hint at the sources of their problems and sorrows. And the penultimate episodes are dominated by sorrows at NERV, the organization that handles the Earth's defenses against the invading Angels. Asuka has grown so hostile, she can no longer bond with her Eva. After being badly injured in battle with the 15th Angel, she's removed from the program she lived for. As Commander Ikari insists on keeping Shinji's Eva in "cryostasis," Rei is left to face the serpentine 16th Angel alone: rather than be overcome by it, she destroys her Eva, the Angel, much of the surrounding landscape--and herself. Shinji is shattered by her disappearance. After decoding a message from the murdered Kaji, Misato forces Ritsuko to reveal to her and to Shinji the hideous truth about the creation of the Evas. But Misato, Shinji, and Ritsuko are only pawns in the larger game being played by the ruling cadre of the sinister SEELE organization. The 16th Angel has been vanquished and, according to the predictions they have derived from the Dead Sea Scrolls, only one remains to appear. These fragmented episodes showcase the singular mixture of Christian symbolism, sci-fi action, and Eastern mysticism that has made Evangelion one of the most widely--and hotly--discussed series in the history of anime. Not rated; suitable for ages 14 and up: robot versus robot violence, minor nudity, and grotesque imagery. --Charles Solomon
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 An Extra Secret August 9, 2007
This collection of episodes is wonderful with probably some of the best characterization and interaction of the series. You see Shinji find comfort in Kaworu and start to come out of his shell. But it doesn't last long, and he's worse off than he's ever been.
The last two episodes wrap up the series in an excellent way. The psychoanalysis, both internal and external, of the main charatcers was brillantly done. You know Third Impact is going on but not how it has been initated, though you are shown clues to tell you. I loved the ending to Evangelion. I also liked End of Evangelion as well, but feel it may have been a little over the top in order to please the fans. Anno did get death threats for how he ended the series, which are shown at one point toward the end.
My absolute favorite part of the ending has to be where Shinji is shown an alternate reality of his life and those in it. I laugh every time because it's such a detour from what Eva is.
For those of you who have PC 7, here's a little easter egg I found out recently and thought I'd share. If you switch your audio to track 4 and go to the end credits of the final episode, Spike Spencer, voice of Shinji Ikari, does a hilarious rant about the ending of the series.
BTW: Anno and co. are putting out 4 new movies of Eva. The first comes out in Japan next month. Three will be a retelling of the series and the fourth will be a new ending to the series. I'm very curious to see what they've done.
 A Truly Unique Formula- a subjective finale March 22, 2006
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
No movie or television show in the entertainment industry has done what Hideaki Anno has done with the finale of Evangelion. What the director attempted- and succeeded- was to compose a conclusion from which the viewers can draw multiple "truths".It is designed to go along with the moral lesson of the series- that people should think for themselves and not always depend on others for answers.
For example, one view is that the closing scene indicates that Shinji has broken free and has chosen to continue living in the real world rather than the fake paradise of Instrumentality. This conclusion can also be arrived at by studying the similarity of dialogue between the series' conclusion and the theatrical conclusion (in which Shinji also rejects Instrumentality). Again, however, it is left up to the viewer.
Another complex plot factor is the enigmatic character Kaworu Nagisa. In more than one instance, he behaves in a manner that seems to indicate homosexuality, yet the creators insist that he is not. So why does he act the way he does? The evidence makes it rather simple: Kaworu apparently loves Shinji- along with all humanity- unconditionally. He is also the "final messenger" of Adam, and he has been incarnated in human form. Finally, Kaworu gives his life for the sake of humankind. Ring a bell?
Given this evidence as well as the fact that Evangelion takes hints from Christianity, it would make sense to conclude that Kaworu's role was inspired by Jesus Christ.
Already included March 17, 2006
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
I made the mistake of thinking I was gyped out of some of the episodes when I bought the Platinum Collection boxed set (which has "Collection" disks 1-6). So I bought Platinum Collection 7 thinking I would now have the director's cuts of some more episodes, but it turns out the boxed set just consolidates Collection disks 1-7 into 6 disks. Amazon.com let me return it, but I had to pay for shipping. Oh well, lesson learned. I thought you all might learn from my mistake.
Greatest Series Ever! March 5, 2006
How could people not like the ending?! Sure, it was different, but that doesn't make the show any worse. Don't miss this final DVD. (...)
WARNING -- Do NOT purchase if you already have the boxed set!!! February 23, 2006
28 out of 28 found this review helpful
FINALLY!!! To clarify once and for all:
Platinum Collection 7 contains four episodes--
#24- The Original Version
#24- THE DIRECTOR'S CUT
#25- The Original Version
#26- The Original Version
There is NO director's cut for episodes 25 and 26. If you already purchased the Platinum Collection Boxed Set, then you already have ALL of the episodes that are on this seventh disk. For some reason they organized the single disks differently than the Boxed Set, and therefore there are seven seperate single disks and only six disks in the Boxed Set.
DON'T buy this disk if you are looking for extra episodes that they didn't squeeze into the Boxed Set. The Boxed Set contains all the original episodes of the series, and it also contains the director's cut for episodes 21, 22, 23, and 24. There's nothing else available anywhere.
The original end of the series (episodes 25 and 26) was unsatisfactory to many fans, and so the director reworked the ending in the form of TWO movies. They are NOT included in the boxed set. You can buy them seperately, or they also come in a two-pack box. The first movie is called "Death and Rebirth," and the second movie is "The End of Evangelion." They are both excellent films, and serve as an entertaining and thought-provoking alternative to the original ending of the series.
Needless to say, this series is the best that anime has to offer. All the incredible action and animation is perfectly complimented by a mix of intricate characters and philosophies. Neon Genesis Evangelion is as much about tackling the nature of the soul as it is about giant alien creatures getting killed by giant robot things. It's wonderful.
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