Product Details

• Actors: Christopher Gaze, Michael Dobson, Paul Dobson, Tabitha St. Germain, Brian Drummond
• Directors: David Molina, Terry Shakespeare
• Writers: Bob Thompson, Greg Klein, Henry Gilroy, Thomas Pugsley
• Producers: Bob Thompson, Bobbi Swartzendruber, Charles Layton, Danica Katz, Janice Ross
• Format: Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, NTSC
• Language: English
• Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Miramax Films
• VHS Release Date: October 19, 2004
• Run Time: 75 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0002IQG30
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #144,403 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Customer Reviews

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Far Superior to Predecessor, October 24, 2004

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui (DVD)

The entire LoMN experience far superseds MoL as the ultimate incarnation of the BIONICLE franchise. It is not that I hold anything against Mask of Light, it was simply uninventive- rip-offs were everywhere, drawing from everything from LotR to Alien. This prequel is a much more original endeavor.

The special effects are simply breathtaking. From a shadowy hand reaching from an ominous cloud to the incredible action sequence in the forge between Toa Lhikan and... er, the bad guys, this film is a treat for the eyes. Character animations are flawless, and their movements are realistic. Sound effects are unbelieveable, and the musical score is the best I've ever heard in a direct-to-DVD film.

As for the plot: in the original, it was a simple "you'll-only-get-it-if-you're-a-fan". Otherwise, don't even try. In this one the storyline is easier to follow. There are a few moments of confusing dialogue, but just trust me when I say I've been to fan sites and trust me, the most devoted fans are just as mixed up--it's SUPPOSED to be that way.

The main premise is that Toa Lhikan has been captured by agents of an "unrelenting shadow", and had entrusted his powers to six of the inhabitants of Metru Nui- a carver, an archivist, an astrologist, a test driver, a teacher and a forge worker- who will take his place as the guardians of Metru Nui. These Toa quest around their utopian city for the Great Disks of Power, fighting against impossible odds to claim them. Not long after completing their search (told in more detail in the BIONICLE book series), the Toa- the title the guardians are given- are betrayed by the allegedly benevolent Turaga Dume', who secures three of them in custody. The remaining Toa quest around the island, struggling against the enigmatic Dark Hunters as they attempt to find Toa Lhikan, free their comrades, and unravel a growing conspiracy.

The over-view:

Pros:

Understandable, well-paced plotline

Incredible Special Effects

Good Action Sequences

Nice Music

Cons:

Too Danged Short

Characters Bicker Constantly

Overall: 9/10

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Graphics...Just Like a Video Game, October 19, 2004

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P. B Rubalcaba "PR Guy" (Redlands, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui (DVD)

I had my secretary's son (he's 10), watch this film and then he sent me a written review via e-mail. He gave it an A+. The graphics are "awesome" and it made him feel as though he was playing a game with "advanced graphics on my PS2 (Playstation 2)." It's a film that you will want to watch over and over again...plenty of action "right around the corner." "As soon as something happens, something really unexpected happens next." It's a movie that will keep you guessing and thinking. Buy it! You, and the youngsters in the family, will be thoroughly entertained.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good Movie For Kids, October 20, 2004

By 

Chuck Potocki (Crown Point, Indiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui (DVD)

I was sent an advance copy of "Bionicle 2" from Amazon before it was released to the public; now I have to admit that movies based on toys and video games like this and the Anime genre are not really my cup of tea, but I watched this with an open mind.

Having never seen the first Bionicle movie (again, these aren't my forte), the storyline of "Bionicle 2" pretty much went over my head, but the animation and effects are excellent. It's really astounding what animators can do with today's computer technology.

This movie is very low on scary images and there is no violence, so it's safe for kids to watch by themselves.