Product Details

• Actors: Fushigi Yugi-Mysterious Play
• Format: Animated, Color, NTSC
• Subtitles: English
• Rating: Unrated
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Geneon [Pioneer]
• VHS Release Date: January 23, 2001
• Run Time: 115 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0000541V4
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #104,109 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

This nine-part OAV (original animation video) reaches its protracted conclusion in three final episodes. Episode 8, "The Transience of a Water Mirror," ranks as the most interesting in the series. The viewer discovers the past that scarred Chichiri's face and soul as he fights the water-god Hikoh, who was once his best friend. The emotional power of that confrontation makes Miaka's and Taka's endless declarations of eternal love seem dull and maudlin. Those declarations are played against some very nasty actions: under the influence of Hikoh's spell, Tasuki gets Miaka drunk and attempts to rape her. When Miru dies defending Tenkoh from Hotohori's holy sword, he reveals she shared an incestuous relationship with her younger brother. Much of the final episode, which is nearly twice as long as the others, is spent on a convoluted subplot involving Tomahome and Taka appearing in the same time and place when they're the same person. As a result, there's little time for the final battle, in which the Four Gods defeat Tenkoh. Perhaps it shouldn't feel too decisive: Miaka's final words to the remaining six Warriors of Suzaku, "I know we'll meet again," suggest that further sequels may already be in the works. Once again, comic versions of key scenes are presented between episodes, which often undercut the emotions the filmmakers have been trying to build. Rated 16 and up for nudity, sexual situations, attempted rape, suggested incest, and violence. --Charles Solomon

Product Description

Problems continue to plague the Suzaku Seven as they strive to recover the rest of Tamahome's memories. Things become even more complicated when Tasuki reveals his hidden passion for Miaka and Chichiri's old friend returns to exact his revenge. Each warrior has his own weight to bear. Will Tamahome be able to face his own ghost? Relfections of the past, present, and future....Miaka, will you be able to choose the right one? Contains OVA Episodes 7-9.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars Chichiri! Tasuki! ...Taka?, December 29, 2001

By	Megumi (Connecticut USA) - See all my reviews

This OVA tape of Fushigi Yugi is great for any fan. (yes, OVA is *gasp* good sometimes!)Chichiri and Tasuki are the main focus (Taka, too, but I don't like him! giggle)Anyway, you find out a bit more about Chichiri's past, without them making him seem like a murderer, as they did in the anime. And you get to see what Tasuki actually thinks about girls like Miaka. Miaka gets a choice between Taka and Tamahome. (personally, I don't think Taka is even as cute as Tamahome, lol) That part slightly urks me, taking away the 5th star. It's like, HELLO!!! You're MARRIED to Tamahome, not Taka. It is a very, very good tape. Especially snce it is mostly about Chichiri and Tasuki. (I'm obssessed! giggle) So, if you like Chichiri and Tasuki (or even that baka Taka) definately buy this tape. Even if you don't like Chichiri (poor Chichiri-san!!!) you'll get a whole new view on his sad past, and not be able to help but like him.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Turning the final page, February 11, 2001

By	"rhofan" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews

I'll try not to give too much away with this review. This is the finale to a wonderful, if extremely dark at times, series. The cast has had a hard time fighting their nemesis, having lost a few of Tamahome's precious memories. The "Universe of the Four Gods" will finally be closed for good with hope finally reborn for Miaka and her friends. I saw this originally as a fansub and the professional version has not dimmed my feelings for the series (as can sometimes happen--Sailor Moon s and SS under Cloverway as an example.) The video and sound is quite good. I had no problems watching it, though it once again gets dark at the end. It is that darkness that forces me to make this rated at 4 stars, even though there is something like a happy ending for all involved in this final tale from an ancient Chinese book.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tasuki, Chichiri, and Taka fans rejoice!!, February 21, 2001

By	Chloe Roberts "ironroze" (TN United States) - See all my reviews

The obvious best of the three-part Fushigi Yuugi OAV. Or perhaps this is because i am such an incredible lover of Tasuki and Chichiri? You can live without OAV 1 and still get by easily enough (unless you love the twins and Nakago, cuz 1's the one where they star). However, OAV 2 is pretty much required to make any sense whatsoever out of OAV 3. The art is incredible as Fushigi Yuugi always is, and the sound quality is excellent. The music is WONDERFUL; my two absolute favorite songs in the ENTIRE world are on this OAV. I actually fall into a state of silence whenever I hear them. It scares the crap out of my friends... me. Silent. *gasp* This is a MUST HAVE for Tasuki and Chichiri fans, as both have their focus episode on this tape. (note: if you're a Tasuki/Miaka hater, and you really, REALLY know Tasuki's personality, you won't be disappointed. If you actually *like* Tasuki/Miaka... then... you don't know Tasuki, so you won't get it, and you won't be disappointed! So everyone's happy. and NO, i didn't give anything away in the plot by saying that, trust me) oh, and If you like Taka, get this tape. I mean it. I suggest it to all! *especially* Tasuki and/or Chichiri fans! You will not survive long without this tape!!