The Best Anime Movie and TV Series at 9Anime 2007

Final of three remastered Zeta Gundam compilation movies.

"Naruto Shippuden" is a long-running anime series that continues the story of the original "Naruto" anime. The show follows Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja from the Hidden Leaf Village, as he embarks on a mission to save his friend Sasuke and protect the world from the sinister organization known as Akatsuki. The dub version of "Naruto Shippuden" has received mixed reviews from fans. While some viewers appreciate the English voice acting, others have criticized it for lacking the emotion and nuance of the original Japanese performances. However, for viewers who prefer watching anime in English, the dub can be a solid choice. In terms of storytelling, "Naruto Shippuden" is known for its complex characters, well-crafted plot, and themes of perseverance, friendship, and sacrifice. The show explores deeper and darker aspects of the Naruto universe, revealing hidden secrets and darker histories of the characters. The show's action scenes are also a highlight, with dynamic fight choreography and visually impressive jutsu techniques. One criticism of "Naruto Shippuden" is its pacing. The show has a lot of filler episodes, which can make the story feel slow and drag out unnecessarily. However, there are resources online that provide lists of which episodes are filler, allowing viewers to skip them if they prefer. Overall, "Naruto Shippuden" is a must-watch for fans of the original "Naruto" anime and for anyone who enjoys action-packed anime with engaging characters and themes. While the dub version may not be for everyone, it can be a good choice for viewers who prefer to watch anime in English. It has been two and a half years since Naruto Uzumaki left Konohagakure, the Hidden Leaf Village, for intense training following events which fueled his desire to be stronger. Now Akatsuki, the mysterious organization of elite rogue ninja, is closing in on their grand plan which may threaten the safety of the entire shinobi world. Although Naruto is older and sinister events loom on the horizon, he has changed little in personality—still rambunctious and childish—though he is now far more confident and possesses an even greater determination to protect his friends and home. Come whatever may, Naruto will carry on with the fight for what is important to him, even at the expense of his own body, in the continuation of the saga about the boy who wishes to become Hokage. Source: 9Anime

Akari Mizunashi dreams of life after attaining her goal of becoming a Prima Undine, but upon waking realizes that she might not actually have the confidence to run Aria Company on her own. Wary of the future, she seeks advice from her mentor Alicia Florence—one of the three great "Water Fairies" of Neo-Venezia. Much to Akari's surprise, Alicia reveals her own struggles of the past, but also shares the steps she took in overcoming her self-doubt of running the company and taking on an apprentice. Finding solace in her teacher's words, Akari prepares to embrace whatever trials she must overcome on her path toward achieving her dreams.

A slapstick comedy on a bomb uproar, and a touching story about the ties between the Nohara Family and their dog Shiro. A film in the musical style including the scenes with inserted songs. When the Nohara Family enjoy a trip to Okinawa, a strange object like a flying saucer becomes stuck with Shiro's bottom. That is a special bomb dropped by "The Only Buttocks Aliens," and it has the power to destroy the whole earth. The space monitoring center "UNTI" (Unidentified Nature Team Inspection) begins to pick up the bomb, but a female terrorist group "Hinageshi Opera Company" tries to get the bomb and disturbs UNTI's work.