Chris Beveridge
07-16-2009, 07:07 AM
http://cdn-www.mania.com/content_pics/000003/25/39/14f7cd3a8522b7f2_thumb.jpgReview by Lori Lancaster (http://www.mania.com/case-closed-season-2-collection_article_80528.html)
Mania Grade: B
* Audio Rating: B
* Video Rating: B-
* Packaging Rating: B
* Menus Rating: B+
* Extras Rating: C
* Age Rating: 13 & Up
* Region: 1 - North America
* Released By: FUNimation Entertainment, Ltd.
* MSRP: 49.98
* Running time: 600
* Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
* Disc Resolution: 480i/p (mixed/unknown)
* Disc Encoding: MPEG-2
* Series: Case Closed (Detective Conan)
In Summary:
As the series progressed, the art style is a lot less noticeable than it was at first. Video encoding issues continue to crop up in the second season, but thankfully it is not to the same level as the first. It is nice being able to witness the transformation of Richard from down-and-out detective to "The Great Richard Moore." The introduction of Rachel's mother and Jimmy's rival is also nice. Having someone that keeps Conan on his toes is a good touch and adds a little bit of humility to his character. It would be interesting to see how their interaction with each other progresses in the future.
Mania Grade: B
* Audio Rating: B
* Video Rating: B-
* Packaging Rating: B
* Menus Rating: B+
* Extras Rating: C
* Age Rating: 13 & Up
* Region: 1 - North America
* Released By: FUNimation Entertainment, Ltd.
* MSRP: 49.98
* Running time: 600
* Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
* Disc Resolution: 480i/p (mixed/unknown)
* Disc Encoding: MPEG-2
* Series: Case Closed (Detective Conan)
In Summary:
As the series progressed, the art style is a lot less noticeable than it was at first. Video encoding issues continue to crop up in the second season, but thankfully it is not to the same level as the first. It is nice being able to witness the transformation of Richard from down-and-out detective to "The Great Richard Moore." The introduction of Rachel's mother and Jimmy's rival is also nice. Having someone that keeps Conan on his toes is a good touch and adds a little bit of humility to his character. It would be interesting to see how their interaction with each other progresses in the future.