Fullmetal Alchemist Movie 2: The Sacred Star of Milos
“the best entry in the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise thus far.”
JAPANCINEMA.NET
| Out on: | Blu-Ray 3rd Sept. 2012
DVD 3rd Sept. 2012 |
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Fast sell:
Alchemist brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric return in a second movie-length addition to the massively popular Fullmetal Alchemist franchise. Spectacular battles and plot twists abound as the siblings are plunged into a high octane steampunk adventure, complete with runaway trains, rampaging werewolves, forbidden rituals and a deadly new villain.
Key talent:
Helmed by Kazuya Murata, whose directorial credits include episodes of Code Geass, Planetes and Eureka Seven, The Sacred Star Of Milos is animated by BONES - the studio behind both the original Fullmetal Alchemist series and its acclaimed reboot, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
Synopsis:
Pursuit of a dangerous criminal with devastating alchemical powers takes Ed. and Al. Elric to Table City, a remote location on the border of Amestris and neighbouring Creta. There the brothers rescue a young alchemist named Julia Crichton from the clutches of their mysterious quarry, only to find themselves embroiled in a sinister story of corruption, rebellion, murder and betrayal.
Julia is the leader of the Black Bats, a resistance group fighting for the rights of the ancient Milos race, who have been forced out of Table City to live in the slums of the Milos Valley. With her people oppressed by Amestris and Creta alike, the strong-willed teen resolves to win their freedom by harnessing the energy of the Philosopher's Stone. However, Julia isn't the only one who wants to wield the artefact's enormous power...
We like it because:
The feature-length Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star Of Milos features a fast-paced plot, sizzling fight sequences and action-packed adventure, introducing imaginative new locations and characters alongside established fan favourites such as Winry Rockbell, Roy Mustang and Riza Hawkeye.
Hot Quotes:
“Upholds the series' trademark use of pacey action and well-defined characters struggling against oppression.” VARIETY
“... the best entry in the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise thus far.” JAPANCINEMA.NET
“A great addition to the series.” ANIMEKIOSK.COM
Special Features:
'Making Of' Featurette.
Trailers, TV Spots & Web Promo.
Editor's Notes:
Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star Of Milos received its UK premiere at London's BFI Southbank on 8 June 2012, with director Kazuya Murata and producer Masahiko Minami taking part in a Q&A.
Unlike the first Fullmetal movie Conqueror of Shamballa - which wrapped up the original TV series' storyline - The Sacred Star Of Milos is set during the events of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
The movie's closing theme song is 'Good Luck My Way' by popular Japanese rock band L'Arc~en~Ciel.
Fullmetal Alchemist Movie 1 & 2 Double Pack (The Sacred Star of Milos/Conqueror of Shamballa) will also be available to buy on DVD (£24.99) and Blu-ray (£34.99) on 3rd September 2012.
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