Customer Reviews

Angel Wars - Guardian Force

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I have read some of the other reviews below and was quite suprised to find out that this is a Christian show. I bought it because i am a rabid anime fan always looking for something new. I think it will appeal to anyone who loves great animation and good stories no matter what their background. That being said, i do recognize the strong underlying positive messages as well as the theological references and i must say it was very well done. I know that neither i nor my kids like to be beaten over the head with a preachy moral lesson, but like any parent i want the entertainment for my family to be positive. This show hit the mark for me. Just checked out Episode 2 and it is even better!!

As a fan of anime, this video caught my eye. The animation is superb and the story kept me waiting for more. I hope to see more anime of this storyline...

As a youth pastor, I was very impressed with Angel Wars abilty to capture the imagination of my students. I think some people might be surprised by this product because it is not "preachy," if I can quote one of my students. There are some powerful themes in this episode which really help spur discussion in class. If you're looking for overt strict theology, this isn't the product for you, this is more akin to Chronicles of Narnia life allegory than Peretti like evangelical fiction, but if you're looking for something that will engage kids, and inspire great discussion, I'd say give this a go. (...)
Can't wait for episode 2!

Very good counter to superhero void, picking up where VeggieTales left off. With parental reinforcement, this animated superhero style action packed storyline leads to excellent discusion on God's strength and the ever present dark 'angel'. As with all cartoons, there is artistic additions, but very easily discussed and identified as additions to God's truths. Example: A school for angel training / trainees. Again, not a huge roadblock, just an openning for discussion and spritual growth for both child and parent.

Very entertaining with amazing animation!! I bought on for my 8 year old nephew and it's his favorite DVD!!

The animation was well done and the portraying of a spiritual battle taking place and humans being unaware was also well done. We were initially excited because we thought the film would offer a honest picture of Angels and their serving the Lord.

However, there seemed to be inaccurate Biblical references throughout (and I couldn't see where the added to the movie). Ask yourself some questions and then reference the Bible....what caused Satan to fall from heaven? What was the order of man and the Angels being created? Are Angels both male and female? When being reprimanded for not watching the boy they were entrused while he steals candy an Angel says, "It was only candy." There were more but you get the point. Don't misunderstand; I don't have a problem adding a sci-fi piece to the movie (like the Angels use of technology) however, why change Biblical accounts for a movie's sake?

Bottom line...the animation is fantastic and the story is fabulous. People of all ages will have fun watching the visuals in this action packed adventure. I welcome this new wave of super-heros fighting for us Mortals to do the right thing. I can't wait to see more of the characters and how the story will unfold as the series develops.

I'm too thankful to the Good Lord for Angel Wars. To me, its theology is good, the storyline is entertaining, and it shows my kids just enough the reality of the spiritual realm - that we are watched over by our Guardian Angels, and we have our very important own part to play.

Almost inevitably, a certain amout of fighting actions are shown, as well as the uglyness of the dark side (the demons.) But I would call them just enough for the show to be entertaining - as well so that I as a father can help my children understand more about the conflicts going on in the seen and unseen worlds.

Yes, it would be a good idea to watch it together with your kids to provide guidance for, in particular, young children.

In future episodes, it'd be empowering to see even more contribution from the 'human' side to win a spiritual battle, and ultimately the War of Ages. E.g, refer to Frank Peretti's "This Present Darkness" and "Piercing the Darkness." We should do our part to pray fervently, make the right choices, honour the Lord, be humble, and all those good things.

It'd be interesting if Norman, the human character, will get to be more aware of the actions behind the scene, too. He seemed too ignorant in Episode 1 of what's going on around him, but maybe rightly so to start with.

FUNtastic job, brothers, and keep it up! You're in my prayers...!

(Find out more from www.angelwars.com.)

Got a copy for my kids but my wife and I ended up watching the whole thing! The special features kept the kids going for hours - really a fun show. I want to see the next one already!

The animation is superb, the characters are terrific, the action keeps you going, and the music is great. I can't wait to see more. I watch it over and over. So will you.