Fullmetal Alchemist: Season One Box Set |  | Director: Seiji Mizushima
Actors: Aaron Dismuke, Rie Kugimiya, Vic Mignogna, Romi Pak, Jim Foronda
Studio: Funimation Prod
Category: DVD
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Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 5513
Format: Box set, NTSC, Color, Subtitled, Full Screen
Languages: Japanese (Original Language), English (Original Language)
Rating: Unrated
Region: 1
Discs: 4
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Running Time: 660 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.8 x 5.3 x 2
MPN: 704400082603
UPC: 704400082603
EAN: 0704400082603
ASIN: B001K98M78
Release Date: January 27, 2009
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After Edward Elric and his brother Alphonse attempt to raise their mother from the dead, Edward is left without and arm and leg and Alphonse's soul ha
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IFullmetal Alchemist/I (2003) remains one of the best and most popular anime series of recent years. Other shows have tried to copy its singular mixture of slapstick comedy, supernatural adventure and genuine warmth, but none has succeeded. Although they knew it was forbidden, young Alphonse and Edward Elric used alchemy to try to bring their mother back from the dead--and paid a dreadful price. Ed lost his left leg and sacrificed his right arm to preserve Al's disembodied soul in a suit of armor. Edward later received the "automail" prostheses that earned him the title of "Fullmetal Alchemist." As the youngest State Alchemist in history, Ed tries to research the Philosopherrsquo;s Stone, which he believes can restore their bodies. But State Alchemists work for the military, and Edward is sent on missions that bring him and Al into contact with new friends, new challenges, and new dangers. The brothers learn that terrible things have been done in the quest for the Philosopher's Stone, by the military and by the Homunculi, Lust, Gluttony, and Envy. These sinister figures believe Ed can succeed where they have failed, even if it means committing multiple murders. The Elric brothers' inner struggles eclipse the violent external battles: Al has begun to doubt that he ever existed in human form; Ed fears that Al hates him for delving into the forbidden knowledge that destroyed his body. But nothing can weaken the bond between the brothers that constitutes the emotional core of the series. Ed sometimes appears hot-tempered and cynical, but his bitter exterior conceals a kind heart; Al is gentler and more patient, but he suffers from the physical isolation his armor body imposes. IFullmetal Alchemist/I is, simply, a terrific series, and this set makes an excellent introduction for audiences who missed its initial release. (Rated TV PG: violence, grotesque imagery, alcohol and tobacco use) I--Charles Solomon/I p (1. Those Who Challenge the Sun, 2. Body of the Sanctioned, 3. Mother, 4. A Forger's Love, 5. The Man With the Mechanical Arm, 6. The Alchemy Exam, 7. Night of the Chimera's Cry, 8. The Philosopher's Stone, 9. Be Thou for the People, 10. The Phantom Thief, 11. The Other Brothers Elric, Part 1, 12. The Other Brothers Elric, Part 2, 13. Fullmetal vs. Flame, 14. Destruction's Right Hand, 15. The Ishbal Massacre, 16. That Which Is Lost, 17. The House of the Waiting Family, 18. Marcoh's Notes, 19. The Truth Behind Truths, 20. Soul of the Guardian, 21. The Red Glow, 22. Created Human, 23. Fullmetal Heart, 24. Bonding Memories, 25. Words of Farewell)
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 A quality anime series September 7, 2010
Lesley Aeschliman (Enumclaw, WA)
Fullmetal Alchemist The Complete First Season is a four-disc set that contains the first twenty-five episodes of the series. The first disc contains seven episodes, the second disc contains six episodes, the third disc contains six episodes and a commentary on episode nineteen, and the fourth disc contains six episodes, a commentary on episode twenty-five, and the extras.
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br /The first extra included on the fourth disc is labeled as "Japanese Commercials." However, it turns out that this feature only contains one commercial, which lasts for a whole seventeen seconds. When I discovered that was the extent of the "Japanese Commercials," I felt that the label on this feature was misleading and a form of "false advertising."
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br /The next feature is the music video for "Ready, Steady, Go," by L'Arc-en-Ciel, which is the second opening theme song for Fullmetal Alchemist. The music video primarily features the actual band, with some shots featuring an animated version of the band. However, nothing in the video ties in to Fullmetal Alchemist. The third special feature is a commercial for Tofu Records, the label that released "Ready, Steady, Go." The commercial runs for seventeen seconds, and it is an ad for L'Arc-en-Ciel's album that features the song.
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br /The next feature on the disc is the textless openings and closings. Both of the openings and both of the closings that appear on this set are included. While the credit text may not be included, you still get the subtitles if you're watching the set with the Japanese audio. The final extra on the fourth disc are trailers.
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br /When this DVD set was put together, FUNimation included the booklets from the first six individual discs that were released. However, since only four episodes were released on each of the individual discs, there are only episode write-ups for the first twenty-four episodes. Each booklet contains a write-up from someone associated with the Japanese production, character information and images, information from the series, artwork, and episode write-ups. The booklets are very well-done and contain a lot of information.
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br /The quality of the series, as well as the booklets included in the set, more than make up for the very minor flaws of this release. If you're a fan of Fullmetal Alchemist, then this box set should be a part of your DVD collection.
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br /In order to write this review, I watched a copy of this DVD box set that was given to me as a gift by my husband.
 Full Metal Alchemist!! August 22, 2010
Svjetlana Tatic
When you think of Anime, most people will picture poor animation and terrible dubs.
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br /Part one of the Full Metal Alchemist series is just as good as the first with some of the best dubs I've heard in a long, long time. The animation is good and the storyline is touching.
br /It is a continuation of a tragic storyline of lost innocence, the desire to set things right, and power among other things.
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br /Another thing that needs to be said is that Full Metal Alchemist- this version at least does not follow the story in the manga. Although it does not follow the manga story arch it is able to stand alone, solidly I might add, and present to you the world and the characters in it. It makes you care for them- feel sad or angry or even astonished. You get a distinct feeling that despite the main characters and everyone else the storyline is bigger than them and for that reason, it wins. :)
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br /I strongly recommend this product to any fan of FMA or even people who are interested in a good anime/show- it is well worth the money spent.
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 Pretty Upset July 30, 2010
JS
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I was very happy to recieve my package. Couldnt wait to start watching this show that everyone says is really good. When I opened the boxset it had Disk two, three and four. I was missing disk one. I dont know where the error occured but I hope someone gets back to me after reading this review and fixes this.
Fullmetal Alcehmist:Season One Box Set July 25, 2010
Awesomesauce (Taiwan)
I'll just start off by saying I'm new to Anime and this was suggested to me to start off with and I absolutley love it. I watched the first couple episodes and decided to buy this. It's a great story, you really care about what happens to the character and what goes on with they're quest.So a little background.
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br /The story is revolved around Ed and Alphonse Elric and they're quest to find the Philosopher's Stone. They lost their mother and they tried to bring her back with Alchemy but wound up failing and paid the price for they're mistakes. So now they go around searching for The Philosopher's Stone to fix they're mistakes. It's a interesting story, most of the time on they're search they wind up in different situations and wind up helping the people there with they're Alchemy.
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br /I would consider this more of a Drama more then Action, but that makes it all the better. You care what actually happens with Ed and Al and other people in the series. All the character are pretty unique and funny in their own way. For example, A Major named Armstrong that's extremely buff but he acts very feminine which makes his character pretty funny. The action is pretty cool as well, especially when Alchemy is involved. The show is pretty smart in the way they talk about science and Alchemy I think.
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br /I'm glad I purchased the show, I went through it so fast and had to buy the second season right after. I would suggest this to anyone new to Anime or anyone who likes Anime and has not seen this show. I've talked to a lot of people and this is definitley one of the best Animes out there. I think it's worth the price as well, it comes with 6 pamphlets as well they give you different facts on the characters and different pictures.
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br /Buy this if you want a great and unforgettable story check this out I promise you won't be dissapointed.
A Great Box Set to go with a Great Series July 6, 2010
OK, so FullMetal Alchemist. Have you heard of it? Well apparently it's this worldwide anime phenomenon that every anime lover has to have in their collection. I guess now's your chance with these season sets that FUNimation released in early 2009. Let's get started.
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br /Packaging - 4/5
br /The packaging is pretty typical on this box set. It has that "modern" DVD Set feel to it, since it's packed with 4 thin-pack DVD's. The artwork on these DVD's are very nice, and were re-used from the original FUNimation single DVD's. The artwork overlaps to the back of the DVD where the episode list for the particular disc can be read. The artwork on the cover does this as well, but stops at the spine. These DVD's are packed with 6 FUNimation Guidebooks that were also re-used from the original half-season box sets. These guidebooks are chocked full of FullMetal goodness whether it's the blurbs written by the Japanese cast and crew, or character artwork, I can see fan-girls squealing over these.
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br /DVD Audio/Video Quality - 5/5
br /Since these sets were probably produced mid-2008 the video quality is very nice. It's very clear on my parents' HD TV, even though these discs aren't meant to be in HD. The quality doesn't seem remastered, but then again the series was only made in 2003. The audio for both dubs are very good and I can hear every word they say. The music is clearly there and I do love the score for this anime. Subtitles are also included.
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br /Value - 5/5
br /With 25 episodes, 4 discs, and 6 guidebooks, this season set is definitely worth your money no matter how how much money you payed for it. I payed $50, which was a fair price for me. Overall pick this up wherever you can find it if your obsessed with FMA as I am!
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br /Find the first single DVD here:Fullmetal Alchemist, Volume 1: The Curse (Episodes 1-4)
br /Find the first Half-Season Box Set here: Fullmetal Alchemist: Season 1, Part 1 Box Set
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