Alternate Episode Title: “Coagulated Expectations!”

A double-whammy of an episode! Both the anime and live action versions of Blood: The Last Vampire are the topic of discussion. Adapting one form of entertainment medium into another is always a tricky process and there’s usually a loss of quality somewhere along the way. Unfortunately, this was definitely the case with these two movies.

I’ve always been a fan of the Blood anime movie despite it’s very short running time. I was quite excited when I heard they were making a live action movie and I definitely had high hopes. That is until I got a chance to see the trailer at which point I immediately lowered my expectations. Whereas the anime has moments of extreme terror and intense violence that are very effective. The live action adaptation is marred by sloppy over-ambitious fight sequences and absolutely god-awful CG. Due to the longer run time the story is greatly expanded in the live action movie but for the most part is poorly handled and takes away from the mystery that was present in the anime. The live action is a rental at best and the anime is a must see if you’re a fan of the genre.

Saya is MIA and has probably gone rogue. The Hard Cast is seeking new vampire hunters so if you look good in a Japanese school girl outfit, have an unreasonably strong desire for vengeance, and don’t mind fake-ass peanut butter CG blood than step to the front of the line!

PARTICIPANTS:

• -CHRIS: 8.5 (Anime) 6 (Live Action)
  
• -VICTOR: 8.5 (Anime) 6.5 (Live Action)

Episode Length: 36:38

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