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Please Teacher! Complete Collection

5 star:		(27)
4 star:		(10)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

First let me make something clear: in order to like this series, there are a few things you have to accept. Such as, teenage boys have eyes, and find girls physically attractive. And, that this story pretty obviously must have grown out of the memory of a high school boy fantasizing about his teacher. And, Japanese writers sometimes are a little unrealistic with initial story setup, so just grit your teeth if the part where they get married seems a little contrived. It's the rest of the story you want to see.

If you can get past these, you are going to experience one of the sweeter, and better written, love stories you will ever come across. It starts out a romantic comedy, pretty standard "magical girlfriend" fare along the same lines as "Oh, My Goddess" , and just as you are getting used to that, a much more complex and mature tale sneaks up from behind you and grabs hold.

A couple notes: I am a parent, and became interested in Anime again from watching DVDs first before deciding whether my children should watch them. I am not uptight about occasional nudity (a la Ranma 1/2) or "suggested" sex, but I do try to keep them away from situations where the sexual content is clear, or is central to understanding the story. For this reason, two warnings:

1) If you are more restrictive than I describe, you probably don't want your kids to see this.

2) In any case, don't let your younger kids watch the last episode. It is actually an "add-on" OAV that wasn't part of the original TV series, and it isn't necessary for getting plot resolution. At one point, a high-school couple are clearly having a romantic get-away in a "love hotel", and another couple are clearly in a "bondage, S&M" situation, and another couple are clearly in a situation that would be statutory rape in the U.S. A little too much information for pre-high-school children, even in my liberal opinion.

I've long held the opinion that no matter what sort of film or television shows you enjoy, there is an anime out there for you. This is one of those series that proves my point. I am far from being a fan of typical romantic comedy fare as that particular genre of entertainment is beyond stale and redundant here in America, but I have found that anime has so much more to offer than just sex, violence, fantastic sci-fi, and over-the-top slapstick humor. There are some damn fine, truly romantic and touching stories in the anime genre, and this is one of them. While "Love Hina" and other romantic-comedy anime series' have tempered their softer side with outrageous humor and outlandish characters to make their stories more, well, more anime-ish, "Please Teacher" shows remarkable restraint and -in spite of the teacher from outer space angle- keeps the sci-fi very light, the humor low-key and character-based, and takes a subtler approach to most of the characters that really helps to bring each of them to life. The engrossing story features many plot twists that you would never expect since so many series are content to run in place for fear of upsetting their fanbases *cough*RanmaInuyasha*cough*. One of the aspects of this series that really adds depth to the plot is the main character's unique "disease". When Kei becomes sad, he enters a comatose state of suspended animation -sometimes for years at a time- where he goes into his own mind to escape from the sadness he finds in his life. Through his experiences with his friends and, of course, his new teacher who through a bizarre set of circumstances he's forced to "marry" (Ms. Kazami, possibly the most charming anime girl ever) he learns that there is no happiness without sadness for contrast, and that even if he stands still the universe will keep moving without him. These sorts of ideas and the way they are presented as integral parts of the story are what separate true classics from the throwaway entertainment crop. It also doesn't hurt that the characters in the story are truly likeable. Ms. Kazami's trademark phrase is hardly catchy ("This is priority one") but her delivery of the line (in Japanese, anyways) makes it a pleasure to hear over and over, and don't get me started on her chocolate candystick habit. These sorts of minor nuances make the difference between the characters you enjoy and the characters you truly feel for. The series ran for a far-too-short 12 episodes, but we are treated to a joyous epilogue that turns out to be the funniest episode of the whole series and really left me feeling happy that I'd given this show a try. If you enjoyed "Love Hina", "Ah! My Goddess", or "Chobits", if you are looking for an anime that's both inspirational and humorous, if you've seen enough of the giant robots, killer ninjas, and obnoxious slapstick humor that pervades more typical anime, or if you just want to enjoy a sweet, romantic story with some feeling and depth, then this is exactly what you are looking for.

For these series I have to say that it is truly very enjoyable. To make the long story short, it is about the relation of a young boy who falls in love with his female teacher and `vies versa' and the problems that they encounter. Additionally, it is getting very funny when they try to keep their relation as a secret.

Well, thing is that:

a) The teacher is an alien

b) Her mother had a relationship with his father

c) The alien nation will try at some point do stop the relationship and their relationship will be tested

d) The teacher's mother in contrast to the teacher, is very corny and not shy at all

e) The teacher has a little sister that resembles the little sister of the series called `Oh my Goddess' (if I remember the title correctly)

f) Having watched both shows, the present one and `Oh my Goddess', I can safely conclude that both shows have many similarities - referring to the basis of the storyline - but still both of them are unique in their own way

g) It is a teenage comedy and how teenagers act and react when they encounter their first love situation, how life is in school etc.

h) At some points the series imply sex and are a little bit nude (but still, over 12 year old children can watch the shows)

i) However (Spoiler Included!!!): In one of the last episodes the series show something like a soft sex scene between teacher and the young student (Personally, I would have no problem with that but it is up to parents to decide).

j) Overall, it is a very enjoyable and funny series, interesting, a mix of romance and drama. Personally, I liked the series a lot and that is why I can recommend the shows beyond any doubt.

k) With this price you get all the shows and it is cheaper than buying them separately.

As a `footnote', I preferred to write my review in a bullet-like style so that the reader will get easily a good general picture of the shows without giving too much away. I hope that I could help you.

Being a big fan of the Tenchi Muyo and Love Hina series, I was recommended to check this anime out by a friend. While those would be the best series for the romantic comedy genre, I would have to say that Please Teacher is well done too.

The animation is pretty well done, considering most mainstream animes that we see here in network TV in seem to be rushed and having fairly badly done artwork. The characters grown on you as the series progresses. You learn to feel for each one and sometimes get disgusted as some for foolish decisions that they've made. Others have critized the plot of the anime, but if you really look it over, it's actually a wonderful story. Certain plot elements seem to make so sense at first, but as the story progresses, they begin to fit into the mold of the story. There aren't as many funny parts as other anime of the same genre, but the overall story did hit me emotionally in some manner. Considering this is a romantic comedy anime, the plot isn't suppose to be completely fluid.

Seeing some negative reviews about this anime may scare some people, but please give this series a chance. I know I did and I really enjoyed it. My only real complaint about the series is that it's too short. I really wish the series had the standard 24-30 that most collections do. It seems that by the end, there could have been more stories to be told and that the characters had more room to grow. I loved the series that I wish that it could have been longer and I hope to see a second series in the future.

This show is definitely different, and you get a sense of that from the packaging. What that package doesn't tell you is behind the questionable concept is a thoughtfully told story of two interesting people caught up in an unusual situation. Both of these characters, Kei Kusanagi and his teacher Mizuho Kazami are complex individuals, each with a secret that both brings about and also complicates their relationship. In spite of the unusual premise, this story is neither kinky nor simple. It's just two good people trying to adapt to each other. There are a lot of complex emotions at work here, and it's not necessarily the most fun I've had watching anime, but the whole story is so lovely, I left this series with a great feeling.

That said, I must acknowledge that the final episode was somewhat gratuitous, and sort of left one with the feeling of having gotten too much information. But I certainly wouldn't hold that against this wonderful show. It's not perfect, but I'd still call it a keeper.

This is an adult review.

After reading all the positive reviews of this complete series of Please Teacher I must admit that I was rather excited to purchase it, and so I did.

Sure,it did have some funny moments to it, and without going over the basic story and what it is about(you could check the other reviews for that if you need more details) my general sypnosis is based on how great the storyline is and this one just doesn't stand out as anything but average, and what a disappointment!

Sure this series could have been great,it had the potential to be an outstanding series-but at the end of the day it wasn't.

Why??

I think basically it was because this series lacked a decent enough plot.

It started off rather well and the idea behind this story sounded cool too-a teacher who was really an alien gets married to one of the students,wow!

Actually the first two DVDS in the series were quite good.

The characters developed really well over the series and were quite amusing in themselves yet the storyline let them down hugely-you'll have to blame the creators for that!

As for romance and love, there is a lot of lovey dovey talk between the two main characters, and for a while it is amusing, but then it becomes overused and that is when the plot becomes a bit thin...

When all is said and done, should you purchase the series yourself? Possibly. Teenagers might enjoy it a bit more, not to say all adults will not.

Afterall every one has differnt tastes, but be warned this is nothing outstanding! It is NOT one of the best animes out there-I have seen a lot better.

If you are looking for something really funny and wonderful-check out Love Hina instead!

I Hope that has been some help.

If you thought your teacher from school was from another world, the teacher in this show is REALLY from another world. Mizuho Kazami is an alien sent by something called the Galaxy Federation to observe the Earth. She becomes a teacher as her cover while observing. But when she landed, her cover was blowned when she was spotted by Kei Kusanagi, a boy in the class she teaches. Unlike his teacher, Kei has secret of his own. He is 18 year old with the body of a 15 year old. This is due to the fact that Kei has rare disorder which he calls a "standstill" which kept him in a coma and stunted his growth for the next three years. When the two accidentally got locked in a storage shed, they both shared their secrets. When they were rescued, the principal looked at the misunderstanding as a teacher and a student meeting in secret. Before the truth was spoken, Kei uncle told the principal that the two were married and they do get married for real. The principal asked Mizuho and Kei to keep their marriage a secret until Kei graduates from school. I won't go into anymore detail. If you want to know more, watch this and find out for yourself. Make it your priority one.

There are many anime series' of this genre out there in the world, but few have the ridiculous, vibrant energy that Please Teacher! does. This series has some seriously funny dialogue, ridiculous situations, and fantastic characters. There are many serious notes, too, as well as some philosophical themes underlying the pure randomness of the situations. If you're looking for a "high-school boy meets alien and then has the most random adventures in life and love" sort of series, this is it. From the first time I saw it, I was hooked. I hope you are, too.

I will not go over what has been said be other people. A story about a young man who has a disease that makes him fell like he is out of a different time. A chance meeting near the lake with a young woman from outer space. And when the young woman becomes his teacher, this starts the wheels moving forward. When he learns of her secret and he tells her of his secret, what else is there to do, so he marries her (its okay, he is 18 and she is an alien). As the new couple start their new lives together they learn that not everything is golden. And when a classmate tries to steal Kei away from Mizuho, the two of them must learn to trust each other so their love and marriage will develop even when things look the darkest.

This is a true legend of anime, if you are looking for a more adult driven series keep looking (of course episode 13 is more adult than the rest of the series, and very funny). This is a well written story, with good humor, and good characters. I also enjoyed the manga as well and while there were a few changes to the story (especially with the relationships of the friends) it stayed true. a must have for any collection.

I'm sure that most everything has been covered in the reviews here. This isn't Dragonball, Shuffle, or Air TV. I've been exploring Anime for a while. You can see some of my other reviews if you like. As far as stories go, I like my love stories sentimental and corny. I think sometimes we could use a little more of that. This show isn't for everyone, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. I recommend that if you're a parent that you watch it yourself before you let anyone under 13 watch it, especially episode 13. It's a little too racy for the very young, but it isn't over the top like Hentai or anything like that. It's an older woman younger/man love story. Kei is technically a man, being 18 years old--even though he's pretending to be younger in order to fit in at school. Miss Kazami is 22 as I remember, so it's not that far fetched. My wife is very nearly ten years younger than I am. It just so happened that they came up with a clever way to explain that within the confines of the story.

The bottom line is, that I set my sense of reality aside when I watched this. Watching anime is meant to take you away from reality on a little trip no and again. This one was an enjoyable one and it kind of reminded me of Weird Science, and Mannequin and all those other feel good 80s movies we're so fond of. Sure, the story doesn't stand up to close scrutiny but again, that's not why I chose to watch it. It made me smile, and that's the important thing. I definitely enjoyed the trip.