AoD Review: Tristia of the Deep Blue Sea [Archive]

Chris Beveridge

02-01-2005, 10:24 AM

Review (http://www.animeondvd.com/reviews2/disc_reviews/3496.php)

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While not a knockout first release for a couple of reasons, Pathfinder's release seems competent enough that if they pick up any other short shows as I can't imagine them grabbing a series it won't cause any major worries. The lack of a dub is hopefully something that they'll reconsider in the future if they got enough negative feedback about it here but if they choose to go after a couple of other short things that nobody else has bothered with then I won't mind terribly. The production values here are good overall and other than some slightly questionable name translations it's a pretty good release. If only the show itself wasn't so simple and relatively self-contained.

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demonanya

02-01-2005, 10:34 AM

I bought this completely blind, mainly because it was only $12, and I enjoyed it. It not having a dub wasn't a problem for me as I'm subs only, but it is a shame that there isn't one for the people who like them. Overall quite a decent release, just wish there was more of it /images/graemlins/happy.gif

slerch666

02-01-2005, 10:46 AM

You can read my thoughts on it in this thread (http://forums.animeondvd.com/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=region1&Number=777440&Foru m=f15&Words=tristia&Searchpage=0&Limit=100&Main=77 7440&Search=true&where=sub&Name=&daterange=1&newer val=1&newertype=y&olderval=&oldertype=&bodyprev=#P ost777440).

As far as no dub, it does suck for those that want it, but I think Pathfinder is going for the "film" fan with their releases. NONE of their foreign films appear to be dubbed, or at least not the few I spot checked their website (http://www.pathfinderpictures.com/).

Lack of real chapter stops is an issue. The video quality is freaking amazing, and it looks about as close to an R2 DVD release as we've ever seen here in the US.

Good first effort. If they add dubs and pick up more shows, a lot of people should be pleased. Even without a dub, fans should still be pleased when getting something with such amazing video quality.

MalrocK

02-01-2005, 10:58 AM

Loved it /images/graemlins/catgirl0.gif I thought that Pathfinder did a good job for their first release. Good thing I waited to buy this show because I was about to shell out $100+ on the two episodes on R2 DVD /images/graemlins/stunned1.gif

TheGreenMan

02-01-2005, 11:16 AM

I only wish they'd turn this into a TV show, instead a 2 episode OVA. There's too much crammed into the OVA.

Chiyosuke

02-01-2005, 11:24 AM

Positive. Lack of dub hurts, but great video and low price helps. I haven't been able to find this at any retailers. I've tried Best Buy and Suncoast (Suncoast not having it was really weird). I guess it's an online buy for me /images/graemlins/relief1.gif.

wanfu2k1

02-01-2005, 11:34 AM

Damn if it's only $12 I thinkl I'll have to check this series out /images/graemlins/happy.gif So where did you get it for 12?

SpoilerHappy

02-01-2005, 11:36 AM

Positive and a B+ from me. Enjoyed the show; video and animation quality were really good. I would really have liked to had a dub, but for a short OVA like this I'm fine with the sub only. Only real weakness in the story was what Chris pointed out -- it's a pretty short show and the supporting characters get minimal development; would be nice to see more episodes. It is a fun and enjoyable show.

Gatts

02-01-2005, 11:55 AM

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Damn if it's only $12 I thinkl I'll have to check this series out /images/graemlins/happy.gif So where did you get it for 12?

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I don't know about $12, but if you don't mind $10 it's still at Deep Discount DVD.

I had to give this release a C+ just because the subtitles were so off (or non-exsistant at points). It reminded me of how Nutech has done their hentai releases recently. Poorly done subtitles and very barebones, but excellent video quality. At least Nutech includes chapter stops and a dub, but then again, Nutech is $10 for 30 minutes while this one is $10 for 60 minutes. I like the show, but I don't like the release.

MalrocK

02-01-2005, 12:32 PM

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I only wish they'd turn this into a TV show, instead a 2 episode OVA. There's too much crammed into the OVA.

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I think there is supposed to be more coming.... /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif could be wrong though

bakafoo

02-01-2005, 01:03 PM

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I only wish they'd turn this into a TV show, instead a 2 episode OVA. There's too much crammed into the OVA.

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If they're into testing the waters for their line, I wouldn't mind them getting the distributing rights for Hoi*Hoi-san. /images/graemlins/catgirl0.gif

Rogueman_8

02-01-2005, 01:09 PM

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TheGreenMan said:
I only wish they'd turn this into a TV show, instead a 2 episode OVA. There's too much crammed into the OVA.

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If they're into testing the waters for their line, I wouldn't mind them getting the distributing rights for Hoi*Hoi-san. /images/graemlins/catgirl0.gif

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now that's an awesome show. so cute. they need to put that on a mini dvd and sell it cheap cuz of it's runtime. Too bad I don't see it getting released here because of that /images/graemlins/cry00000.gif.

GHardin

02-01-2005, 01:11 PM

I should have bought this when I saw it sitting on the shelves at Fry's....eh, maybe next time. For something I've never heard of, it sounds pretty interesting.

bakafoo

02-01-2005, 01:13 PM

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I should have bought this when I saw it sitting on the shelves at Fry's....eh, maybe next time. For something I've never heard of, it sounds pretty interesting.

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Try DDD. They're selling it cheap over there. /images/graemlins/wink.gif

slerch666

02-01-2005, 02:00 PM

You guys need to remember that Pathfinder probably only got this title because they have a distribution contract with The Klockworx Company. I believe this is the company that holds distribution rights for Tristia in Japan as well. Here is a link to The Klockworx Anime site (http://klock-anime.net/) and a link to their live action/main site (http://www.klockworx.com/).

I don't know that Pathfinder is actually out actively searching for stuff to license, they just take what The Klockworx gives them, as was the case with Tristia.

Chiyosuke

02-01-2005, 02:08 PM

Strange thing is, much of Klockworx's inventory is already licensed and they don't have many anime properties to begin with. Most of the stuff PFP is getting is LA because of this.

fabio84

02-01-2005, 02:16 PM

Since the disc cost less than the shipping for the two R2 volumes from Japan, I picked it up from DDD. As mentioned, the video quality is excellent and I'm kicking myself a little bit for spending $120 more for basically the same thing. It's unfortunate that the subs weren't too great, and even with my so-so Japanese there were parts where I wondered if the subtitle scripts got switched with another show. /images/graemlins/sweat200.gif

mib

02-01-2005, 02:58 PM

The show is bright, pretty and fun, but there just isn't enough to the story or characters for it to actually be good. It's sad that this is the best OVAs can manage these days. B+, but only because it's cheap.

- mib

slerch666

02-01-2005, 03:28 PM

Though were these titles licensed before or after the distribution agreement? I think the agreement took place sometime in 2002, but I'm not sure on that. Could be that any future "The Klockworx" Anime cames through Pathfinder. It's all speculation however.

Chiyosuke

02-01-2005, 03:48 PM

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Though were these titles licensed before or after the distribution agreement? I think the agreement took place sometime in 2002, but I'm not sure on that. Could be that any future "The Klockworx" Anime cames through Pathfinder. It's all speculation however.

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Maburaho
FMP!
FMP? Fumoffu

This is all that comes to mind. Check here (http://klock-anime.net/) for more info (I've noticed major inconsistancies regarding the transition from the old site to the new one.

slerch666

02-01-2005, 04:36 PM

According to Anime News Network (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/company.php?id=614) The Klockworx has had production hands in a lot of stuff. Maybe they are just going with a per title basis and anything no one else wants they'll give Pathfinder? Weird. Why have a distribution contract if you don't distribute? Though Pathfinder DOES do a lot of live action stuff...

GyBaNO

02-01-2005, 05:01 PM

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slerch666 said:

Lack of real chapter stops is an issue. The video quality is freaking amazing, and it looks about as close to an R2 DVD release as we've ever seen here in the US.

Good first effort. If they add dubs and pick up more shows, a lot of people should be pleased. Even without a dub, fans should still be pleased when getting something with such amazing video quality.

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Lack of real chapter stops is an issue. The video quality is freaking amazing, and it looks about as close to an R2 DVD release as we've ever seen here in the US.

Good first effort. If they add dubs and pick up more shows, a lot of people should be pleased. Even without a dub, fans should still be pleased when getting something with such amazing video quality.

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And low price, you can't forget that. I'm extremely pleased with this release. I hope they pick up more titles in the future.

The no chapter stops thing bothers me as well, but eh, I can deal with it.

02-01-2005, 05:07 PM

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Strange thing is, much of Klockworx's inventory is already licensed and they don't have many anime properties to begin with. Most of the stuff PFP is getting is LA because of this.

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Maybe I'm missing something, or ANN is wrong, but isn't all of Klockworx's inventory licensed? There are only six or so titles on the list...

Chiyosuke

02-01-2005, 05:12 PM

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According to Anime News Network (http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/company.php?id=614) The Klockworx has had production hands in a lot of stuff. Maybe they are just going with a per title basis and anything no one else wants they'll give Pathfinder? Weird. Why have a distribution contract if you don't distribute? Though Pathfinder DOES do a lot of live action stuff...

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Okay, slerch, I do contribute to the site, but it's not that reliable of a source. I've noticed some people find a title on a site (ie Klockwork) and just add them to thee Production list at ANN. When they could very well had been distributors or broadcaster or music production. This is why I check the info myself and then check ANN or vice versa. That is the story or my credit whordom /images/graemlins/relief1.gif

GyBaNO

02-01-2005, 05:13 PM

slerch666

02-01-2005, 05:18 PM

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Okay, slerch, I do contribute to the site, but it's not that reliable of a source. I've noticed some people find a title on a site (ie Klockwork) and just add them to thee Production list at ANN. When they could very well had been distributors or broadcaster or music production. This is why I check the info myself and then check ANN or vice versa. That is the story or my credit whordom /images/graemlins/relief1.gif

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Ah, so the 3 titles you listed are the 3 you are sure of? Makes sense.

It will still be interesting to see if Pathfinder gets any of the other stuff (http://klock-anime.net/newtitle/index.html) they have listed under "new" (Tristia is still labeled "new" /images/graemlins/stunned1.gif). Though as noted, some of that stuff has already been licensed by others.

So whatever happens to the titles listed there, hopefully Pathfinder gets thrown another bone.

Chiyosuke

02-01-2005, 05:21 PM

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Chiyosuke said:
Strange thing is, much of Klockworx's inventory is already licensed and they don't have many anime properties to begin with. Most of the stuff PFP is getting is LA because of this.

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Maybe I'm missing something, or ANN is wrong, but isn't all of Klockworx's inventory licensed? There are only six or so titles on the list...

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AFAIK, Klockworx is mainly a distro company. They usually distribute titles under Happinet Pictures (who also happens to be a distibutor /images/graemlins/knowital.gif). FMP! and FMP? Fumoffu are from Happinet (formerly Beam Entertainment), Maburaho is from Scitron Digital Contents (a Happinet subsidary)... So on, so forth. The only title I can really confirm as really being a Klockworx produced title is FMP! (as they were pat of the MITHRIL committee). So it's kinda hard to tell what exactly is in TCC's inventory.

Chiyosuke

02-01-2005, 05:24 PM

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Chiyosuke said:
Okay, slerch, I do contribute to the site, but it's not that reliable of a source. I've noticed some people find a title on a site (ie Klockwork) and just add them to thee Production list at ANN. When they could very well had been distributors or broadcaster or music production. This is why I check the info myself and then check ANN or vice versa. That is the story or my credit whordom /images/graemlins/relief1.gif

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Ah, so the 3 titles you listed are the 3 you are sure of? Makes sense.

It will still be interesting to see if Pathfinder gets any of the other stuff (http://klock-anime.net/newtitle/index.html) they have listed under "new" (Tristia is still labeled "new" /images/graemlins/stunned1.gif). Though as noted, some of that stuff has already been licensed by others.

So whatever happens to the titles listed there, hopefully Pathfinder gets thrown another bone.

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Hopefully, and if they do, I would like to see them hit store shelves.