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5.0 out of 5 stars
Very best space opera, March 10, 2001
Cobra is just one of those legends that once in a while the comic industry manages to develop. Cobra himself is a gentleman of the future, a true knight aiming to rescue ladies in danger and searching for justice in a galaxy under the Mafia's utter control; but he is also a gambler, a pirate, a clown. Under his carefree outlook and indiference, beats the heart of a very sophisticated soldier, always prepared to enter in action, always quick to resolve conflicts. Buichi Terasawa wrote the manga series in 1978 portraying a space pirate whose major purpose in life was challenging the Galatic Guild, mastered by Crystal Man (his alter ego and most important enemy). Along the story line Cobra was involved in many adventures, recipients of influences such as occidental comics: Flash Gordon (by Alex Raymond) or Prince Valiant (by Harold Foster), and even movies such as James Bond's, along with the heritage of its alikes (Golgo 13, e.g), but never losing its own originality. Cobra Space Adventure, the OAV, was produced in 1982 by Tokyo Movie Shinsha. Great animation director Osamu Dezaki, and superb character designer Akio Sugino were the leading members of the staff. Both creators have been collaborating together in many projects, some of which can be considered real jewels of worldwide animation. Cobra Space Adventure is a direct heir of their know-how, of their special concept of animation and scripts. That is why this movie reflects not only the same humour and flooding action of the manga, but also deepens in the character's feelings and ulterior motives. Cobra Space Adventure deals with one of the most important and renowned Cobra's Adventures: The Myra's Princesses. Three women, three sisters, seeking for the secret that lies within the tatoos they have marked in their backs. Jane, Catherine, Dominique. Will Cobra find real love this time? Will he be able to rescue them? Will Crystal Man achieve his long awaited dream: killing Cobra? Misticism, romance, action, humour, science fiction are the basic ingredients of this film. If you like classic manga, if you appreciate well-done, wise and breathtaking anime adaptations, do not hesitate! This is your OAV.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Its an anime clasisc. No questions asked, February 4, 2001
If I had to pick an anime character who was in comparison to James Bond, it would be a tie between Lupin and Cobra. Cobra is a cool guy. How cool you ask? Well, in this film he has a cool gun for an arm, a Star Trek style ship of his own, smokes cigars and has a female robot who runs the ship. Best of all, this movie has a woman-in-distress plot, but not 1, not 2, but 3 women who are in distress! Still don't think its great? Well, the movie also boasts from full motion animation that looks very similar to Heavy Metal. Thats right. Before Akira, this title was the best at animation at its time. Theres also frequent location jumps to cool spots like a dessert, destroyed city, metropolis, winter scapes and even a nice techno dance club. To top it all off, it also has a classic James Bond style opening. The movie does contain nudity, but unlike other manly titles, its tasteful. Now about the film. Cobra has kept himself hidden for 2 years and finally comes out with a bang. He falls for a young woman named Jane. It is revealed later that Jane wants to rescue her twin sister Chris. Chris, however, wants to stay with the evil Crystal Boy (and Im not kidding, thats his real name). Chris ends up killing Jane. To get more answers, Cobra goes to see her other twin sister, Dominic. Dominic reveals that herself, Jane and Chris are all a part of a planet and that they will become queen if one of them finds their true love. However, Crystal Boy is manipulating Chris into activating the planet and giving the planet to the Guild. After Crystal Boy finishes off Dominic, Cobra goes ahead onto the planet and finally gets Crystal Boy with his own weapon. Chris ends up realizing what she has done and does the only thing she can do. Self destruct the planet with her own body. I think the ending was done pretty well and I never got tired of the movie. Its great! And the dub is exellent. I have to admit that Cobra sounds pretty cool with a cigar in his mouth. If you haven't seen this yet, see it! I can't explain how cool this film is. You just have to see it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Cobra is a Heavy Metal-like Escapade!, May 10, 1999
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This excellent animated space adventure is in the spirit of the sf graphic magazine Heavy Metal. Cobra is the most sought-after fugitive in the galaxy. He has wronged "The Guild," the most powerful corporate entity around, and he is on the run...but not unduly worried! Having completely changed his appearance, and equipped with an incredibly powerful weapon, the Psycho-gun, he's a very dangerous joe. Fighting off one greedy high-tech bounty hunter after another gets him acquainted with a rather beautiful one whom he befriends. But can she be trusted? And who or what is she anyway? Find out as you blast off into deep space and a thousand and one weird and exotic locales filled with skiing amazons, see-thorugh villains, murderous flying heads, sexy killers, gigantic prison ships, warrior robots, and massive space fleets! Sit back push play, and get ready for one hell of a space ride!
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