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Whistle Stopper - Lucky Star, Vol. 1
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List Price: $29.98
Our Price: $15.24
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Manufacturer: Bandai Entertainment
Starring: Lucky Star
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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Binding: DVD
Brand: BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT
EAN: 0669198802959
Format: Animated
Label: Bandai Entertainment
Manufacturer: Bandai Entertainment
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Bandai Entertainment
Region Code: 1
Release Date: 2008-05-06
Running Time: 100
Studio: Bandai Entertainment
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Customer Rating:
Summary: great,fun,anime.
Comment: this anime is a great anime for those who whant to break away from the seriousness and story of most anime. luckystar i would say does not go by any basics or have an actual storyline it is simply to follow four japanese highschool girls along with there friends through there last two years of highschool. i find it a great way to relax and have fun. though probably most injoyable to anime otaku/fans,do to its many references to other anime out before it,its still something i think anyone could injoy,do to its fun like atmosphere.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Best Ever.
Comment: This is the best anime I have ever seen and read. Right behind Naruto.
Although I wouldn't reccomend the English Dub because it kind of ruins the whole movie. Go with Japanese versions with English Subs.
But then again, this is just one person's opinion...
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great show if you don't mind Japanese audio with english subs
Comment: I have been heavy into anime for ten years now, and my favorite animes such as: Black Lagoon, Claymore, Ergo Proxy, etc. (adult themes).
Lucky Star is a cute-sy style anime, and yes, it may not be for everyone.
I agree it will be enjoyed more by fans of anime, due to all the references to existing anime. But this anime was not solely targeted to otaku/fans...anyone can enjoy it.
I can't get into the english dub. It doesn't do the show justice. The "cuteness" of the japanese voice actors matches the characters perfectly - English voice actors can't come close. But that is just my opinion.
Regarding the other comment posted here from Guillermo (or whatever) April 24th, 2008: I couldn't disagree more with you. Plus, if you think Cromartie High School is good anime, that says much about your taste. That is the most horrible joke of an anime ever released. I understand completely there is no arguing taste - but cmon, you're joking, right?
Bottom line: regardless what level anime fan you are --> if you enjoy watching anime and can appreciate the japanese audio with english subs, don't miss Lucky Star, you really should check it out - you will have a great deal of fun.
appdevman
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Summary: The popular craze finnaly hits U.S. shores.
Comment: When I first laid eyes on Lucky Star, I really had no idea what I was watching. From the obscure yet (amazing!) opening theme, questions will rise to the head very quickly as you try to assume what this series is made of. Of course, as I watched Lucky Star, I grew more and more into it, and so first impressions affected me no longer. Set to the everyday lives of four Highschool girls, Lucky Star is a comedy anime which questions the aspects of everything. Each episode is composed of multiple short scenes (like Peanuts or Garfield) in which they talk about or refer to specific subjects (commonly refering to pop culture), and many times you find that you can relate to what they are talking about, this is why I enjoyed it so much. There are tons of referances to other anime and videogames, and this is why I assume it gained popularity so quickly as it was dubbed the most popular anime of 2007 in Japan.
However, I can foresee that the English version might not appeal to as many viewers, probably because many of the jokes and subjects that are popular in Lucky Star pertain to the Japanese culture. Of course this doesn't mean that casual anime fans will dislike the show, as I know people who do not even watch anime who loved the show. Yet, I believe very few people know what it is so far, and so its possible only the huge anime fans will know it even exists. I've heard that the English voice cast was good, and I look forward to discovering exactly how good they are. I was incredibly pleased with the Japanese cast, as Hirano Aya did a flawless job on Konata Izumi, the main character.
I also hear that the manga is coming to America; under Tokyo Pop. This I really look forward to, as the manga was done in 4-panel comic strips throughout each volume, and has the same comedy from the show, if not better. Keep a lookout for it!
All in all, I believe that people who find the series will enjoy it, Lucky Star kind of has something for everyone. However, I will admit that the first episode can be a bad first impression, and in my opinion I found that after that episode, the series escalates into a great show. The characters are designed well, the humor is fresh, the animation is well done, and despite american appeal, I believe it has surprises in store for any anime fan. 5/5
Customer Rating: 
Summary: Good but not great
Comment: Beware this review is for the people that don't know what LUCKY STAR is, not for its fanatics, remember it's your money.
Lucky Star is another parody show that combines the comedy of Azumanga Daioh, Cromartie High School & Excel Saga . The story ( if there is one ) is about four friends in school living their normal lifes. Yep, it sounds stupid but that is all.
The English version has a good cast of voice overs Wendee Lee ( AKA Haruhi ) as Konata, Karen Strassman (AKA Ren from Dears) as Miyuki, Michelle Ruff ( AKA Miharu fom Girls Bravo ) and Kari Wahlgren ( AKA Haruhara from FLCL) as Kagami, but some actors need more passion for their characters , I though kagami was going to sound like Haruko Haruhara from FLCL or like Jeane from No More Heroes but nooo, the Japanese track is as always perfect.
Pros:
+ Fluent animation.
+ The English version of Stukasa and Miyuki are surprisingly like the original seiyu.
+ Character design.
+ large amounts of otaku humor.
+ Lucky Channel
+ There is always the Japanese track.
Cons:
- Dialog.
- The show became famous because the use of many anime references, not for originality.
- The English version of Konata, Kagami and Akira don't sound like the Japanese seiyu
- The characters look like 10 years-old but they are actually 16 to 18.
- There is no ending theme, at the end of each episode a song from other anime or show is preformed by one of the characters in karaoke style, some people might find this funny but it becomes annoying after a while.
- Some jokes are not that funny.
I'm a big fan of Kyoto Animation, shows like Air, Haruhi Suzumiya and Kanon are top-notch but this show is just over-rated, I recommend better comedies like Ninja Nonsense, Pani Poni Dash, Cromartie High School, School Rumble, Strawberry Marshmallow, Ah My Goddess, or read a book better yet a manga but Lucky Star is just a very MEHHH series and belief me I'm an otaku, 3 out 5.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Meet Konata an Athletic and intelligent girl too dedicated to her favorite prime time animes to excel in anything but otaku culture; Miyuki the cute bespectacled living example of moe with an encyclopedic knowledge of all subjects; Kagami the bitter-sweet tough but shy straight-man to a Konata's constant teasing and pranks; and her younger fraternal twin sister Tsukasa a kind but air-headed klutz. Withness this study in human condition as our heroines explore the unexplored in questioning the ordinary!Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: ANIMATION/ANIME UPC: 669198802959 Manufacturer No: 80295
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