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DuelLadyS
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As much as I hate to make a 'reccomend me a show!' thread, I'm at a bit of a loss how to look into this one.
Basically, I'm feeling sorry for the VHS half of my VCR/DVD combo, and I'd like to pick up some new fodder for it... but I don't really want to get a video of a series/show that's out on disc. Can anyone reccomend a show that's seen a VHS release, but not a dvd re-release (at least not yet)? I've already got Fire Tripper, I'm aware of Dog Solider, but that's it. I'm not really picky about what kind of show it is (provided it isn't hentai.)Any help would be apperciated! |
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jeromeskee
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"Unreleased on DVD" VHS anime is definitely gonna be older than the average anime title today, most likely of the 80s or early 90s variety variety.
I was into Fist of the North Star: The Movie a lot back in the day. The movie was released on VHS by Streamline (which is now out of business) back in the day, and it's still one of my personal favorite anime cult classics. Look it up on ANN Encyclopedia. The show's a little violent but the movie is great. Another favorite of mine is Macross: Do You Remember Love?, another movie which has yet to see a proper DVD release here stateside. Look it up on ANN too. It was released under a bunch of different names back in the days (i.e. Clash of the Bionoids, just Macross, and a couple of other ones). But it's probably one of the all-time great anime movies, in my opinion. If you like love stories, science fiction, and space stories, then you'll definitely like Macross. |
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bennyb
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I had a few responses but they were shot down by "no dvd re-releases."
I don't think all of dragonball has been rereleased on dvd, if not I'd recommend picking up some of the later saga, like piccolo saga, red ribbon saga, etc. Also Project A-KO (not the later OVAs but the four original movies) . Very funny and good if you are a fan of parody anime like excel saga or bobobo. ([shamelessselfpromotion]I actually have an auction running for mine on ebay right now! [/shamelessselfpromotion]) |
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Mylene
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But Project A-ko has been released on DVD...It's been available for a few years now. I own it myself, as well as the OAVs. (Still haven't watched it though.) You can find it very cheaply on DDD. |
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bennyb
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Ah, I knew I should have double checked that. I thought only blue and grey were on dvd, my bad. |
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Punchey Monk
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My recommendations would be a couple of Leiji Matsumoto masterpieces that got onto VHS, but not on DVD. Galaxy Express 999 (and its sequel, "Adieu Galaxy Express 999") is a wonderfully crafted sci-fi coming-of-age story (just be sure that you get the uncut version from Viz rather than the horribly mangled version that Roger Corman inflicted upon humanity). "The Cockpit" is a collection of three short stories (one about a haunted German fighter ace, one about a kamikaze pilot the night before his first (and final) flight, and one about two Japanese infantrymen and their motorcycle).
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Area88
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I also recommend:
The Cockpit Midnight Eye Goku Leda: Fantastic Adventures of Yohko Ultimate Teacher Shonan Bakusozuku Grey Digital Target |
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DuelLadyS
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Ooo, I saw this one at rental store years ago- something about a biker gang/knitting club, I think. it sounded good. 
Thanks for the tips! I'm off to poke around Ebay/Amazon! (And I'm stunned that the Marcoss movie isn't on dvd...) |
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Area88
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Shonan Bakusozoku is a masterpiece. Sadly it didn't sell well for Animeigo and they only ever released 1 of 12 episodes.
The 1st episodes is available here: Shonan Bakusozoku VHS off Amazon
Animeigo tried to license it after the TV series but sadly the rights are tied up in a legal battle in Japan. Until the rights dispute settles the anime is unlicensable. |
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Dargonxtc
 Posts: 4463 Location: Nc5xd7+ スターダストの海洋 |
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For those of you who don't know, when you line up the VHS in order they form a picture. |
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bennyb
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YEEAAA I just sold some of my tapes because they were editted but they had the coolest picture of some robot dude picking up goku. |
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DuelLadyS
Posts: 1705 Location: WA state |
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Thank you! I've never been able to spell that one right (no matter how many times I try), so I couldn't find the amazon listing. I'm having a little trouble with Leda tho'- the only link I can get is here, which is for some french movie? I'm lost... |
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Area88
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No problem, Amazon can be a little problematic with it's listings so just ask if you need assistance in finding a title.
Leda: Fantastic Adv of Yohko (Amazon Vhs) Note - this is the right VHS however Amazon have put the wrong description in for a french film. Leda is a fairly rare so it's more expensive than your average vhs. Other recommendations i can think of include: Luna Varga Maris Chojo Laughing Target Mermaid Forest (OVA) Genesis Survivor Gaiarth Girl From Phantasia Ai City |
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YourNeighborTotoro
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First I would like to let you know you should go down to you local Hollywood Video. They have quite a few anime titles on VHS, and HV is now cleaning out 99% of their video selection (you can pick out your tapes from right off the shelves!). It's $3 per tape, so it's a cheap way to get some VHS anime.
As for recommendations, I would recommend the comedy/drama, Here is Greenwood. Both HV stores I have been to have it! |
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Area88
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Good recommendation but Here is Greenwood is on Dvd.
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