Product Description A special 3-disc collector's edition which includes War and Peace, The Final Conflict and the third installment in the Elements of Robotechnology extras series available only in this collection. This bonus disc continues with another section of Robotech International clips; a promotional video announcing Robotech II: The Sentinels television series; a library of character and mecha designs from Robotech II: The Sentinels and the feature-length original Harmony Gold production of Robotech II: The Sentinels with audio commentary from series writer/producer Carl Macek - available on DVD exclusively in this 3-disc collector's edition. .com Producers at Harmony Gold edited together Super Dimension Fortress: Macross, Genesis Climber Mospeada, and Super Dimensional Cavalry Southern Cross to create Robotech (1985), a landmark sci-fi adventure that helped to establish an audience for Japanese animation in America. In the final episodes of the Macross segment, the Lisa-Rick-Minmei romantic triangle plays out against the ongoing Earth-Zentraedi conflict and the machinations of rebel Zentraedi captain Khyron, which devastate much of the planet. Intimations of a new threat posed by the distant Robotech Masters serve as a lead-in to the second part of the epic. A planned 65-episode fourth installment in the saga was never completed, but the first four episodes and some additional footage were combined into the feature Robotech II: The Sentinels, the final installment in the Robotech continuity. The supplemental "Elements of Robotechnology III" disc includes The Sentinels, a trailer for it prepared for the 1987 Toy Fair, and a rather self-serving commentary by writer-director Carl Macek. Members of Gen-X who grew up on Robotech will delight in retracing these romances and battles; it's a classic, of sorts. Viewers accustomed to the more rapid pacing, dynamic action, and sophisticated direction of recent anime will tire of the endless shilly-shallying. Unrated; suitable for ages 8 and up: Mild violence restricted to spaceship and robot battles. --Charles Solomon
N**M
Last part of The Macross Saga - Bonus disk contains "The Sentinels Movie"
There were seven releases in the "Legacy" series. Each 3 disk DVD set contained around 12 episodes split onto 2 DVDs, plus a bonus DVD.Set #3 contains Episodes 25-30 on Disk 05 and Episodes 31-36 on Disk 06.Set #3's bonus disk - E3 - contains the release of Robotech II: The Sentinels (aka: what survived the failed series attempt).So far as the various versions go... These days there look to be several versions floating around out there. The rare versions are out of stock or cost a mint, so that leaves either the Legacy or Remastered editions.What the Legacy versions have going for them:- Original 1985-ish sound effects.- Blurry low res details.What the Remastered versions have going for them:- Specialized (aka Star Wars "Specialized") sound effects that some fans don't care for.- Sharpened details and better coloring schemes, but digital artifacts and "distortions" from 1985 are still present.- "The Protoculture Collection" has all 85 episodes plus what appears to be the seven bonus disks from the Legacy series.- "The Complete Set" version contains all 85 episodes plus (I think) the contents of the seven bonus disks along with the two recent releases (Shadow Chronicles and LLA OVA). The Complete Set also has the advantage of taking up a very small amount of space with it's efficient space-saving packaging. "TCS" has The Sentinels on it's Bonus Disk #4 and does include "extras" like the audio commentary by Carl Macek. But I read this version has removed (? some of ?) the "Macross" scenes (? licensing issues ?).So far as Legacy and Remastered goes... Flip a coin as to which one you want to get, or just get both as "used" copies don't cost all that much. Not to mention you can stream these off a certain website beginning with "A". So far as a higher quality BD release of "Robotech", odds are that may not be happening. So if one wants this in BD, best bet would be to get those releases (Macross + SC + GCM) from Japan and then (perhaps?) look for what I have heard called "fan subs" as I don't think the BD releases come with English subtitles.
M**W
The Dramatic Conclusion...MUST OWN
The Robotech Legacy: Macross Saga Collection 3, a three disc collection, contains episodes 25 through 36 of the legendary anime series from the mid 1980s. The first two discs contain six episodes each. The third disc contains the "Exclusive DVD feature presentation" of "Robotech II: The Sentinels," the little seen feature film of the aborted "Season Two" of Robotech. It is only available if you purchase this boxed set. Out of all the releases, the special feature makes this 3rd Boxed Set Collection a MUST OWN!!!Set in the 21st century, Robotech was the most popular of the Americanized Japanese anime series to hit American TV waves during the 1970s and 1980s. Known for its cutting edge animation, high tech battle scenes, futuristic weapons (planes, tanks, motorcyles that transform into robots), cool alien invaders, and realistic and compelling storylines, Robotech swept an entire generation and helped put Japanese Anime forever on the map of American pop culture.Robotech's sweeping saga spanned three generations, weaving together three separate actual Japanese anime series. The basic story premise is that the earth became forever changed when a mysterious alien battleship crashed on earth. The people of the world, now knowing that they are not alone, end all wars and unite to assimilate the advanced technology and prepare for the inevitable alien invasion that is sure to come. As the story unfolds mankind would go on to become embattled in an intergalactic struggle, battling three separate alien races over the next 60 years.This volume chronicles the dramatic conclusion of the first season - The Macross Saga. In this collection we see the dramatic (and destructive) climax of the Zentraedi - Earth war and its fallout as well as the final resolution to the love triangle between Rick, Lisa and Minmei, as well as foreshadowing of events to come.Here's a listing of what you'll find on these discs.Disc 1: War and PeaceEpisode 25 - Wedding Bells: The unusual courtship of Max and Miriya which leads to the historic union between mankind and Zentraedi.Episode 26 - The Messenger: Exedore visits the SD-F1 on a historic mission. Also, Dolza's sentence: Death to All!!!Episode 27 - Force of Arms: The historic final confrontation between Earth's defenders and Dolza's armada of 6 million. An unlikely alliance and an unconventional counter attack. Plus, Rick saves Lisa from what remains of the Earth...Episode 28 - Reconstruction Blues: Set two years after Dolza's attack, the Earth's survivors attempt to rebuild their lives, Zentraedi survivors and renegades roam the earth. Also, Lisa's feelings for Rick continue to grow...Episode 29 - Robotech Masters: Amidst problems with Kyle, Minmei returns to visit her family and starts to realize her true feelings for Rick. Restless Zentraedi renegades cause havoc. Also, who are the Robotech Masters?Episode 30 - Viva Miriya: Rick, Lisa, Max, Miriya (w/ baby Dana) and Claudia join Breetai on a secret mission to a Robotech Fortress... Also, the Robotech Masters make Zor???Disc 2: The Final ConflictEpisode 31 - Khyron's Revenge: The origins of Robotechnology and the Zentraedi race are finally revealed. Also, Khyron returns - with a vengeance!!!Episode 32 - Broken Heart: Rick is off to the rescue after Khyron kidnaps Minmei and Kyle.Episode 33 - A Rainy Night: Despondent over fears of losing Rick to Minmei, Lisa turns to Claudia who shares the woes over her initial courtship with the late Roy Fokker...Episode 34 - Private Time: DOH!!! Rick stands up Lisa for a rendezvous with Minmei. Plus, more Zentraedi rebellion.Episode 35 - Season's Greetings: Low on protoculture Khyron attacks on Christmas. Also, lost and with nowhere to go, Minmei moves in with Rick.Episode 36 - To The Stars: The dramatic conclusion to the Macross Saga. Khyron's final offensive, Lisa's finally admits her feelings to Rick and Rick's final decision: Lisa or Minmei??? Plus, a sign of things to come.Disc 3: Elements of Robotechnology IIIThis is the "Special DVD features" disc that contains all the DVD extras. Compared to the previous releases THIS IS THE GEM OF THE BUNCH. It is only purchasable with the Boxed Set. On this disc you'll find the following:1. Feature Film: Robotech II: The Sentinels. MUST SEE, this is the "sequel" to the original 85 episode series picking up right after the Macross Saga. Find out what happens to Rick, Lisa, Minmei, Max, Miriya and all the rest. The story picks up 9 years after the last episode of the Macross Saga as the REF gets ready to depart for the Robotech Masters' Homeworld. It ties up all the lose storylines from all 3 generations.2. Audio Commentary with Carl Macek: Another MUST LISTEN. Macek voice-overs the feature presentation once again offering insights not only into the storyline of Robotech, but also it's production as well as the animation world as well.3. Robotech II: The Sentinels promo: 10 minute promo highlighting scenes from the aborted 65 episode Sentinels series.4. Character and Mecha sheets from the Sentinels5. Bios for characters from the Sentinels. Great background info revealing a lot of the storylines of what would have been...Out of all the releases so far this is the MUST OWN. The Sentinels features on the E3 disc is a MUST HAVE for all true fans of the series as you'll see what would have been in store had the series continued into a second season.Robotech is BY FAR one of THE BEST animation products EVER. If you've never seen Robotech, simply put YOU MUST. The action and the drama are compelling, clearly showing why Robotech became a pop culture icon. It is the series that forever put Japanese anime on the map in the US. If you did grow up with Robotech, give these a watch again. They're great for a trip down memory lane. Honestly, watching these episodes now I can honestly say that they are better than I remember. You can't lose!!!MUST OWN!!!
T**I
The taste for more...
I'll have to admit being a bit biased here since I ordered all 3 Macross boxed sets at once. After watching the first 2 boxes the last still managed to come up with a surprise for me. Ofcourse it features the last episodes of the Macross saga, but the bonus DVD is also worth some attention IMO... Ever heard of Robotech II (the original feature length film produced for the aborted 65 episode of Sentinels) which has the marriage between Rick Hunter and Lisa Hayes ? I once had this film on VHS and now I'm glad that I regained it since it makes a good addition to the Macross collection.To put it blunt (damn, this almost sounds like some commercial yet isn't intended that way): if you got the 1st 2 boxed sets then its hard to get around this one since its a must have. If you got that far its time to complete it, you'll regret it otherwise.. I took these steps myself and I never regretted it.One small advice; be prepared for a shocking ending....
B**5
Child's Dream
This is a cartoon about some little boy's dreams. It's got great action when there is some action to be had. Minme is cheesy. Her singing is cheesy. There's a lot of cheese in this cartoon. But there's a simplicity and childlike quality to it. The cheese is good cheese. Like provolone. I like the relationship between Rick Hunter and Lisa. Lisa's great. If you like anime then this is for you. It's kinda what started the whole anime scene.
L**E
Box Set
I don't see why everyone is so damn picky. This set is nice and I feel like I got my moneys worth. Have you tried to rent 1 video at a time at blockbuster? 5 dollars a pop and 2 episodes on each. Calculate that into 2 disks with 12 episodes you get 6 rentals which is $30 bux. How much did you buy it from amazon? You also have to consider that the video is Digitally cleaned and you get a bonus DVD with some Extras... If you like robotech.. BUY BUY BUY
M**N
Five Stars
Brought back memories!
S**N
These box sets are one of the best ways to pick up Robotech!
These box sets are one of the best ways to pick up Robotech!Legacy Collection 3 contains the final episodes of the first Robotech story-arc on 2 DVD volumes!Also included is a bonus disc containing Robotech II: The Sentinels movie, complete with commentary track by Carl Macek.The collection also packs in the standard assortment of character bios, tv promos/trailers, and art galleries.I would very much recommend the Legacy Collections over complete-season box sets simply for the bonus discs that are often excluded from other sets.
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