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Ramayana - The Legend of Prince Rama (Animated Ramayan)

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Ramayana is one of the best stories told ever. It is world's oldest known literature in poetic form. No one has any idea when or if it actually happened.

Valmiki, the author, had mentioned planetary positions and constellations position during major events. So based on that, astronomers are predicting that its around 7000 BC.

The story in this film is only till Uttar Ramayan. That is traditionally where Ramayan is performed in Ramaleela. Some scholars do not believe Uttar Ramayan was actually written by Valmiki.

Many major versions, translations and commentaries are available for Ramayana. Some even very different from Valmiki's version and some some treat the whole story as symbolic or parable. I have read, heard and seen Ramayan many times from B. R. Chopra's Ramayan, Ramayan by William Buck/Ramdass, Michael Sternfeld's audio, Deepak Chopra's comics and many more. This one is a light weight and contextually simple beginner's edition. This film is good effort by Nippon Films to visualize Ramayan for all. The animation and sounds are good. The colors and graphic is vivid and eye-catching. The story has simple incidents in Ramayana animated beautifully. This is a good storyline for kids. If you know Hindi, I recommend to get Hindi version. It has sounds by Bollywood actors like Om Puri, Shatrughna Sinha. The devotional music is sweet(I think from Ramacharitamas by Tulsidas). English version is good too. I think they have a Japanese version as well.

The story is probably most well known in the Hindu faith and probably told millions of times, but Mr. Yugo Sako, the director of this animation is nothing short of a genious. The animation is smooth, inviting and beautiful. The music is calm and euphoric and the story is masterfully captured highlighting all the major acts and well doings of Lord Ram. The story gives dimension to each character and the mixture of Japanese and Indian styles of drama are clearly seen in an almost magical blend.

This is the best purchase I have ever made and it will be for a very long time. Natarajbooks also sent me a small calender and packaged was up to mark. The delivery was very timely and overall I am one HAPPY customer.

The DVD has both English and Hindi audio tracks, with English and Hindi Subtitles.

In short, if you want a piece of art, or movie to show the entire family or to have a better understanding of the Ramayan, this DVD is the ultimate source

Thank You

I have never been so happy with a purchase. I had heard of this version of the Ramayan, but never actually seen a good cut of it. Now I have, and this is easily one of the most accessible versions of the Ramayan.

The Hindi audio track fits better than the English one. The songs are also wonderfully done. There have been some cuts (for lack of a better word). For example, Mareecha's counsel to Ravana to avoid his evil act isn't shown. However, even this simplification of the Ramayan is rich with lessons.

Fantastic production. I have seen other versions that I couldn't sit through. This one was excellent. Stays close with Valmiki's sacred masterpiece using early anime style art. I love that they chant the mantras even in the english version. Om Shanti!

It is a pleasure to watch the well known drama with the whole family. Beautifully composed music. Kids love Hanuman. Can be made more attractive if the Hindi language option is available in the DVD.

This film is an easy way for a non-Indian audience to connect with this very compelling story. It even contains the typical Bollywood music, which also gives this audience another taste of India. The choice of English voices is a bit much, however, and this is the reason my review is only four stars rather than 5.

Very good picture for all ages. It does play in English or in Hindi with English subtitles. The animation is dated and so the artwork is not as intricate as current styles. The story is magnificent and there is a richness of characters. I highly suggest this film to anyone who wants to know more about the Ramayana or Hinduism.

It's nice to find this film in DVD now. It was a long time that I watched it on a tape and I'm really happy to watch it again.
Thank you eindia shop!!!

My five year old loves this dvd - she learned about it from her friend who is half Indian - we have no background in the Ramayana but the stories are told and illustrated in a gripping entertaining manner.

The worst part is that there is no Part II, and it feels like obviously there is more to tell.

A masterpiece that offers viewers of all different backgrounds and ages a meaningful experience.

the dvd is damaged. It seems to be a copy of a copy of a copy of an original one. There are words missing here and there in the speaking and at about half of it you just can't watch it anylonger. It gets totally blocked! Just a waist of money for me...bleah!!! >-(
Marzia.