Akira Takizawa wakes up naked outside the White House with no memories. He’s got a gun in one hand, a cell phone in the other, and doesn’t know if he’s a good guy or one of the worst. He doesn’t remember the phone gives him instant access to ten billion yen and a woman who can make his most outlandish requests a reality. He doesn’t recall his connection to the ongoing missile attacks terrorizing the Japanese people. Or the part he played in the sudden disappearance of 20,000 shut-ins. He doesn’t even remember he’s supposed to save Japan and will be murdered if he fails. Whatever it is he’s tangled up in, Takizawa’s definitely in deep – and that’s not even scratching the surface.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #8836 in DVD
• Brand: Funimation
• Model: FN-08838
• Released on: 2011-12-27
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
• Number of discs: 4
• Formats: Animated, Box set, Widescreen
• Original language: Japanese, English
• Subtitled in: English
• Dubbed in: English
• Dimensions: .45 pounds
• Running time: 275 minutes

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
One of the best anime series in recent years ~
By Christopher Barrett
So the series begins with a naked guy standing in front of the White House with a cell phone and a gun. He has no memory of how he got there. Go --->

This is not your usual, action packed anime series. Along with Code Geass, this was a delightful breath of fresh air into the US anime market. The series is more cerebral and will appeal to fans of Ghost in the Shell, L.A.I.N., and other intelligent and less action packed shows and series (yeah GITS has action, but also has that futuristic cyber punk element). I wouldn't sum this up as a cyper punk or sci-fi series. More of a modern 'advanced science' story.

The entire series revolves around a conspiratorial game played by several individuals. These individuals are given a finite amount of money and allowed to spend it however they wish. Though when they run out, they are terminated. But the winner is apparently the person who puts the money to the best use while not being terminated. One of the players is actually rumored to be the 'executioner' and carry out the 'judgement'.

An interesting series to be sure. I also like that in the original Japanese audio, the Americans speak American (the first episode takes place in DC). I thought that was nice. The 'nudity' is handled well. They animated a blotchy, squiggly spot in front of the areas in question in the few scenes. Though they don't really show anything... there are several suggestive episodes and incidents including a woman who chops of guys 'Johnnies'.

Throughout the series we watch as the female protagonist struggles to help the amnesia afflicted male protagonist. It is a relationship well portrayed. Their emotions and interactions are realistic and complex. We really get a feel for these two and become intertwined in their struggles. I found that I could really sympathize with both, and that makes for great viewing.

There is a lot to be revealed and most is revealed by the end of the series. But the series ends with a ton of questions and the two later 'film' releases reveal much of the rest. The series is great but it is kind of short.

It's well worth the price though. I would say to snatch up the combo while it is $25 or so.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
Great series
By Ellery
This series is great, I highly recommend it along with the two movies that have come out along side it.