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Fullmetal Alchemist - Season 2, Part 2 Box Set | 
| Actor: Fullmetal Alchemist
Studio: Funimation Prod
Category: DVD
List Price: $49.98
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Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 6205
Format: Animated, Color, Full Screen, Ntsc, Subtitled
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Unrated
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 3
Running Time: 315 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: FMADFN08179D
UPC: 704400081798
EAN: 0704400081798
ASIN: B00127R2WY
Release Date: March 11, 2008
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
These episodes bring the Fullmetal Alchemist series to its appropriately moving climax. Director Seiji Mizushima and screenwriter Shou Aikawa ratchet up the emotional intensity as they draw together the threads of the narrative, beginning with the terrible night when Al and Ed tried to resurrect their mother. In Liore, Scar uses the arcane knowledge of the Ishbalans and the lives of hundreds of soldiers to create a Philosopher's Stone. But the Elric Brothers have no time to explore its power: The Homunculi and the Military are circling them like sharks. Complicating matters further is the appearance of Hohenheim of Light, the boys' long-lost father. Newly promoted General Mustang and Major Armstrong launch a revolt against King Bradley as disagreements among the Homunculi escalate into violence. Alphonse tries to learn how to use the Philosopher's Stone to aid his brother, asking the despicable Shou Tucker for instruction. The fate of their world (and, possibly, this one) is at stake as Ed and Al are put to the ultimate test: If they fail, the Homunculi will continue their murderous rampage. But Fullmetal Alchemist isn't just a simple good versus evil story, as revelations about the origins of Envy and the role of Hohenheim prove. A truth even greater than the law of Equivalent Exchange prevails: the love between Alphonse and Edward Elric. The skillful blend of drama, adventure, and comedy make Fullmetal Alchemist a truly noteworthy series in the history of anime, one whose influence is sure to be felt for years to come. At the end of the last disc, viewers may feel the sort of emptiness readers experience when Sherlock Holmes goes over Reisenbach Falls. But the final episodes set up the feature, The Conqueror of Shamballa and Hiromu Arakawa's manga continues. (Rated TV PG: violence, grotesque imagery, nudity, tobacco use) --Charles Solomon
Description
As the chaos surrounding the quest for the Philosopher's Stone boils over, Edward Elric is left to face his destiny and bear the burdens of his actions alone. Scar, determined to reenact the horrors of the past, must be stopped at all cost. But when those who sought to save lives are instead sought as fugitives of the State, the Elric brothers will be forced to flee…Alliances shift and factions fracture as undeniable truths glare in the light of day and the rumor of civil war drives unrest. And yet all seek the Philosopher's Stone. Al has been changed into something impossible to comprehend and as the brothers are separated, his suit of armor begins to disintegrate. Ed has precious little time left to find his sibling. These weary young men have traveled a long and difficult path, seeking to regain what was lost. Enemies have been toppled, friends have been buried and the State will be remade. Even the one inevitable truth will be called into question - The Law of Equivalent Exchange.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
 Elric Brothers 2-gether 4-ever October 18, 2008
A. Maniaci (MICHIGAN, USA)
I purchased the whole series and the movies. The only problem with it is that there weren't more episodes. It is the perfect blend of suspense, fantasy, adventure, drama, love, sacrifice, dedication, suffering, reward, deception, cruelty, compassion, etc...__I was surprised at the depth of this anime. Even grown ups will like this one.
Amazing series! September 18, 2008
Leigh (South Carolina)
Full Metal Alchemist is one of those amazing animes that make you feel every emotion. You'll feel anger, happiness, disbelief and you'll end up laughing your head off (usually when Edward is being called short). I love this anime series and it's easily on the top ten list of my favorite animes of all time. This show is definitely worth buying!
Great ending to a great series. July 16, 2008
THE MAIN MAN (Central Bookin', NY)
"One of the greatest series of all time." This is a title that is thrown around quite often in the world of anime. And numerous times I often found myself wondering what all the hype was about. After watching Fullmetal Alchemist again. I see what all the hype was about and to me, it is one of the greatest series ever. And could easily fit into my top ten list. Which I haven't even got around to create(I need to see another three hundred series and movies to cook up that list).
For a pretty long running series(51 episodes). Fullmetal Alchemist started out right and managed to stay on a great track through out. There aren't many series that ran this long without getting repetitive at the very least. FMA stays fresh the entire time. To include there isn't a single recap episode. This was a budget well used. The creators knew what they wanted, what they were doing and it shows.
This series steps on its toes with the strengths. The characters are very well developed and well used. This is the most well rounded group of characters in recent memory. They all served a purpose and I found myself feeling for the anti heroes and anti villians. Just as much as the main cast. They can really play with your emotions and I found myself wanting many characters to succeed. Even the ones with twisted goals.
The plot was very well thought out and progressed nicely. Numerous plot twist took place all the way to the end. The ending was pretty satisfying and didn't feel like a cop out. For this, I'm very grateful because it sucks to hang around so long and receive an ending with a barrel load of questions. Also, for those who may not for some reason be satisfied with the ending. Fullmetal Alchemist The Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa is a nice bookend to the series but I don't think it was really needed.
Action scenes are plenty and they never stopped being interesting. The gore and blood never became too excessive. But it was still very well done. The dialogue shined as well and at times was too funny. There is a small bit of profanity. The comedy as I mentioned in another review can be very funny at times but also misused. I have a feeling this was done intentionally though.
The animation progresses every bit as nicely as the story. The use of CGI is very well used and blends in with the quality animation. The voice actors for both languages are very well done but I do favor the english version. The soundtrack is excellent and fits very well with the mood. Plus there's a new opening and ending theme every dozen episodes or so.
Lots of action, comedy, drama, angst, though out plot, and no fan service at all. There just really isn't too many reasons not to like FMA. I highly recommend seeing this series anyway you can. Whether you're a new fan or vet. FMA can most likely satisfy anyone. This set contains episodes 41-51 on three disk.
FMA review June 3, 2008
Jenna S. Martin
Fullmetal Alchemist is simply one of the most amazing anime titles in existence. It's well animated, brilliantly thought out, and highly entertaining. The phychological and ethical issues within the story are well related to the struggles of real life. The messages and morals hidden in the show are wonderful. The characters are bright and vibrant, and the bittersweet ending makes it more believable than a sappy "happily ever after". It's hopeful, heartfelt and, once again, briliant.
 Great series - wish I could see the end May 15, 2008
N. Hatcher
0 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am sure that this would have been a great set, if Amazon ever actually delivered it to me. They shipped it to an old address and then said I could reorder it for twice what I originally ordered it for. Needless to say I am buying it elsewhere.
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