Audience reviews
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immosha
Not the biggest Macross fan in general, but this was a very solid entry that everyone should try to pick up and watch.
As in other entries in the Macross franchise, there is an emphasis on the pop music aspect, which I have always felt to be a distracting tangent to what could be a more serious take on the world-building. But that's the theme of the franchise, and complaining about it would be like complaining about jelly in a PB&J sandwich. Of course, there is also a love triangle, which I think was handled relatively well up until the end. There's certainly palpable tension between the three characters, and hints of their relationship are gradually revealed throughout the OVA. However, the end reveal "plot twist" I was deeply let down by - the character in question was clearly never go…
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Despite its short duration of only four-30 minute OVA episodes, Macross Plus has cemented itself as the absolute peak of the Macross series, and its cinematic style and meticulous animations continue to impress audiences to this day.
Macross Plus is a series that takes the sci-fi, Mecha, musical, and love-triangle elements of its Macross predecessor (summarized in movie form as “Do You Remember Love”) and brings the series into a more serious direction through its amazing cinematic directorial style, as well as touching on more mature and complex themes.
Plus takes the Macross series and brings it squarely into the ‘90s seinen category, having more in common with the other ‘90s heavyweights (Akira, GiTs, Patlabor 2) than it does to the Macross series from which it was birthed. While th…
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"Macross Plus" is the type of series where you get excited about what's going to happen next, at least in the beginning... But then, suddenly, you realize the story you were expecting is over, and from then on, all you will get to watch is a nonsense romance drama until the end. The same thing happened in Season 1. ( Macross) Original
"Macross Plus" (a 4-episode series) starts with an amazing soundtrack. The main character (isamu ) seems like a free spirit who is also a pilot and loves his work. There are two other characters,one female ( myung) and another guy (guld) who doesn't matter much, even though she is a complete bitch. I was expecting to see an amazing mini mecha series.
The entire story -- ( also for A movie after this)
The real mess starts from episode 2 and continues to…
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I got the urge to rewatch this now classic title and put in the discs today while the boys destroyed the living room. Ah, parenting. Anyway, Macross!
Since the licensing nightmare behind Robotech has basically been figured out, I (im)patiently await a huge box set of EVERY Macross title we've never seen in the states. But until then, Plus will remain my favorite in the franchise. I credit this to the creative trio of Shouji Kawamori, Shinichiro Watanabe and Yoko Kanno.
Not a massively butchered cut and paste like Robotech, nor seldom recalled sequel film like Macross II (we ever get the first one?), Plus is a four-episode OVA that is the epitome of short, sweet, and damn near perfect. This was released a few years before I would even become a fan but it has held up even to this day.
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-Macross Plus short review.-
Slightly pretentious top gun for weebs.
Some of the most beautiful art and animation that I have ever witnessed along with some incredible directing, storyboarding, sound design and music.
All of these elements work in tandem to elevate a, for the most part, smart script that is able to seamlessly intertwine in its plot interpersonal romantic melodrama and sci-fi military action to explore themes about technology, emotions and what makes us human. An ending that feels somehow rushed, some plot contrivances on episode 4 and a lack of an epilogue are the main flaws of this Ova that otherwise is just a narrative and technical achievement.
Recommended for all mecha fans.
Bye bye.
Thanks for reading.
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Macross plus is a sequel of sdf macross
Unlike the sdf macross that featured the love triangle of 2 women and 1 men this is the opposite one
It featured of 2 men and 1 women
This series takes place decades after the ending of sdf macross
Isamu the mc of this series is a very good pilot but reckless at the same time the story begins him Being reprimanded by his superior and sent to a research and development facility to become a test pilot
He meet his friend and rival guld he is zentradi and also a test pilot but in the different level guld is a test subject of neural linking experiment that allow to controlled the transforming jets to get an amazing reaction time
Their complicated past is link through together by myung a singer and also the one who voice the ai idol named sharon apple
Mos…
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TL;DR
If you’re looking for a sequel to Macross with a similar story this is not it, but if you’re wanting to watch everything Macross, then this is enjoyable enough.
Story [6]
Even though Macross Plus is a sequel to the original Macross, its story is completely different: Macross Plus is much more similar to Top Gun than to the original Macross. The only major theme shared between the two shows is the presence of a love triangle, and the presence of a pop idol, but its role in the story is very different compared to other anime set in the Macross universe. While these changes aren’t necessarily bad, Macross Plus’s story cannot develop them enough to make them great; another problem of Macross Plus is the lack of consequences for major events, thus making the story less enjoyable.
Art…
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Overall it was a relatively enjoyable experience if not for the fuckn overly-done in-your-face symphonical score. The music alone barred me from having as much fun otherwise.
The characters were OK'ish. The story was meh! aside from the great reveal of Bowman. The first episode promised a lot but that did not unfold as expected in the next episodes.
And again that fuckn strings and quartets from some fuckn orchestra fucked up this show for good for me.
The year was 2040 and the galaxy was flourishing with several colonies and advanced technology. AI was near perfection and the current top idol was the near-completed Virturoid Idol Sharon Apple. All that was missing are her actual feelings, which instead are supplied by Myung Fang Lone.
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In English:
I'm watching the entire marcross saga so you can now consider yourself a connoisseur of the subject and I can say so far that you love the amorous triangles between protagonists. This anime does not seem like a macro, that is good because it brings a new air to this saga but I feel different. It has that feeling of belonging but I don't see much coherence with the saga in general. The earth is kept as the main setting and macross appears in the ending to bring it to the end of the drama. It's entertaining but it's not even close to the best of macross. I have to release more this I speak Spanish and I'm starting to do this now yes now so greetings. For those who speak English, suck my pingo fat trolos.
En español:
Estoy viendo toda la saga de marcross así que se puede consid…
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Macross plus was amazing in nearly all aspects. The music was outstanding, the animation is was incredible, the killer mecha designs, art direction with the characters, and the Macrossy unique approaching apocalypse. The premise is nothing too complex or anything but just effortlessly entertaining.
The animation really surprised me because I didn't expect it to be so heavenly. Seriously. It's not even a movie. The backgrounds and mechas were so detailed. The graphical interfaces they draw throughout the show were straight up gorgeous. 98% of the show had zero CGI....just how I like it.
When it comes to fights, sometimes animators will have awesome animation but fail to really capture the essence of fights with the right angles or sequences. Macross plus is not one of those shows. Every…
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If you want a visually stunning 1995 Masterpiece with a Sound track that will make your mind explode with awe then this is the anime for you. If you've watched the original few gundam series,Cowboy bebop, Outlaw Star etc then you'll most likely enjoy this anime as well. For 1995 the animation quality holds up pretty damn well. Maybe not as much as the 1995 Ghost in the Shell movie but damn close. What sets this apart is the fact that its a Mech anime that focuses on Humans and the problems we as humans face rather than the robots/futuristic aspect of it. The fact that humanity and emotional turmoil in this storyline takes precedence is what makes it more than just another mech series. This OVA is more of a movie as well with each part being 40min each all tying together so make sure to set…
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A glorious instalment in the Macross franchise that takes the all what made the classic series great; the transforming jet mecha, the heated love triangle and the grand music and injects it with a healthy dose of cyberpunk elements in which the mid 80s- late 90s of Japanese animation was the golden era for.
Speaking of animation: The original Macross may not have had the best animation; heavily flawed even but made up for it in sweet art design and ambitious camera angles. Now imagine a high budget upgrade to the animation; including rather expert usage of CGI and you get Macross Plus, excelling in every aspect: colours, visual design, smooth animation and epic camerawork. Even if the slightly meandering and rather excessive AI subplot throws you off the animation alone is worth seeing Ma…
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Coming 12 years after the original Macross series debut is the first sequel in the series timeline. Taking place 30 years later, the universe is at peace with humanity and Zentradi (aliens from previous) flourishing amongst themselves. Technology is at its peak with artificial intelligence nearing perfection, emotions and all.
What makes this 4 episode OVA unique and interesting are a few aspects: it was co-directed between Shinichiro Watanabe (Cowboy Bebop) and Shoji Kawamori (Macross) known as the “Top Gun” of anime; and most of the staff involved went on to other notable works, i.e. Cowboy Bebop; and this was groundbreaking using the combination of traditional cel and CG-animation.
Now, it being a successor to Macross is not really felt other than the fighter mechs and a pop-idol usua…
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In the future, the world's most popular popstar is an AI. But little does the public know that she's incomplete and relies on the emotions of a human woman to perform. But what happens when these emotions cause the AI to act on its own? Sadly, this is the B plot, so you'll have to sit through scene after scene of some pilots being dicks to get your answer.
Seriously, this series really doesn't hold up. The characters are completely unlikable, and none of it makes much sense. Isamu might be one of my least favorite anime protagonists ever. He shows up, treats everyone terribly, keeps ignoring what he's supposed to do in a job he supposedly wants, but the anime frames everything as if you're supposed to be sympathetic to him. The rival is only slightly less of a dick, and he also does terri…
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Macross Plus is a 4 episode OVA and is considered a sequel to the TV series Macross. Now the original Macross is probably one of my favorite mecha/space opera’s out there and is considered by many a classic of its genre. Does Macross live up to the success of SDF Macross? The answer to that is both yes and no and I will explain why.
Before I continue with this review I will say I believe it will be to the benefit of your enjoyment that you have already watched Super Dimensional Fortress Macross, it is not particularly necessary that you watch it as I have heard people watch Macross Plus yet nothing else and thoroughly enjoyed it, however Macross plus does not explore the rich lore of the franchises universe like the TV series does so you will miss the significance of certain things like G…
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Macross Plus was an outstanding piece of anime, combining the talents of Shoji Kawamori, Shinchiro Watanabe, and Yoko Kanno. I really loved this particular OVA because of the depth of the story and the complexity of its' characters, gorgeous soundtrack, and excellent action scenes. I also felt the incorporation of CGI blended in well with the cel animation and together it came out flawless.
With the main characters of Isamu, Myung, and Guld, after watching the series a few times I came to understand them. In understanding their love triangle, it appeared to me that Guld deeply loved Myung, Myung loved both Isamu and Guld, but was leaning more towards Isamu, and Isamu was clueless to Myung's feelings(however things are different when it comes to Lucy). Once the star-crossed reunion of the…
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After excellent Macross II: Lovers again, Macross Plus feels very weird. Somethin' doesn't feel right at all. Yeah, there's lots of mecha-madness, romance, high-speed action, and even the jolly old fortress is bein' mentioned couple of times, and you can actually see it! There's everything that you should expect from anime called "Macross", and the good thing about Macross is that the every part are very different. But why does it feel so weird?
The main thing is that it looks very different. After big-eyed, manga-inspired characters from Macross II, you'll get characters, that look pretty realistic. This is not offense, though, because i found Macross Plus' artwork being AMAZING! I've never seen anything like that.
The second thing is that the story is pretty dark, and very serious. Of…
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Most casual and hardcore anime fans that I’ve met that aren’t really Macross fans tend to like this oav. Personally for me as a Macross fan, and keep in mind I’m not speaking for all Macross fans when I say this, is that even though this is fan friendly to non fans of the franchise, I feel it offers very little of what Macross is truly about. For the most part, it exclusively takes place on a planet similar to earth and the aliens are not really emphasized enough, so it’s value of being a space opera, especially taking place 30 years after the original doesn’t really feel all that present.
Also gone is that it isn’t really taking place during a war, but whatever action is present will mostly be between Isamu and Guld, but I’ll get into that a little later. But what’s still present in the…
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Macross Plus is a 4-episode OVA series, produced by Studio Nue. Triangle Staff
and Bandai Visual. It was released in 1994, with an exceptional standard of production for its time, then oft considered the pinnacle of anime. Going back and watching the anime 12 years after it was produced, I wasn’t too sure what to expect. I knew very little about it, only that it had a good reputation. I soon discovered that I would not be underwhelmed by the OVA, which presented a lavish production, strong (although not flawless) characterisation, and a unique plot. I feel now that my expectations were too low, and although it could have been better, the show was certainly a remarkable achievement upon its release, and remains even now a stunning anime, with real emotional impact, and provoking scien…
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It's unbelievable that there isn't a review extolling the virtues of this OVA so here's one. The Macross Plus series is directed by Shoji Kawamori and Shinichiro Watanabe (who later did Cowboy Bebop & Samurai Champloo), so Macross Plus is an early masterpiece and leading indicator/predictor that this Genius Anime Team will go on to make more masterpieces in the future.
It's been over ten years since I first watched Macross Plus (in 1994!) and I still remember nearly everything about it, probably because I've re-watched it many, many times.
*{{cue the time machine}}*
** note this was the dark ages before the internet got big and bittorrent became common, this was the age where Laser Discs were what anime was seen on as DVDs weren't ... there yet, yes I know, the Dark Ages **
Way back i…
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