Inuyasha, The Movie 4 - Fire on the Mystic Island | 
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Studio: Viz
Category: DVD
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Rating:  46 reviews
Sales Rank: 29863
Format: Animated, Color, Dubbed, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Ntsc, Subtitled
Languages: English (Subtitled), Japanese (Original Language), English (Dubbed)
Rating: Unrated
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 90 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: DIYM04D
UPC: 782009235279
EAN: 0782009235279
ASIN: B000FZEQMI
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Release Date: August 1, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Like the previous three Inu-Yasha features, Fire on the Mystic Island (2004) pits the cast of Rumiko Takahashi's "feudal fairy tale" against new foes, unrelated to the tale of the Shikon Jewel. This time, it's the Four War Gods, powerful demons on the island of Houraijima, who preserve and augment their power by sacrificing half-demon children. Director Toshiya Shinohara uses lots of CG effects in the endless fights: explosions, lightning bolts, fire bombs, poisonous insects. But the visual glitz can't disguise that Fire on Mystic Island is the weakest of the features. The War Gods are standard-issue villains whose demise is a forgone conclusion. Inu-Yasha's half-brother Sesshomaru walks into the film, slays one of the War Gods, and walks out. Introducing a replica of Kikyo feels like a desperate attempt to introduce some emotion into a faltering plot. Kagome and Inu-Yasha once again combine forces to defeat the most powerful demon, but the film lacks the strong character relationships that give the series much of its charm. Inu-Yasha fans may want Fire on the Mystic Island to complete their collections, but they'll look in vain for the visual beauty of Affections Touching Across Time, the warmth of Castle Beyond the Looking Glass, and the passion of Swords of an Honorable Ruler. (Unrated, suitable for ages 13 and older: violence, grotesque imagery, brief nudity) --Charles Solomon
Description
Within the dark recesses of Horai Island, a group of half-demons lives under the demonic rule of the Four War Gods. Escaping with barely a shred of hope, Ai, the youngest of the half-demons, returns to the island with Inuyasha, who must face not only the Four War Gods, but the past he left behind on the island fifty years ago.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 41 more reviews...
Mystic Island Entertainment Destination July 11, 2006
Patricia M. Pellerito
53 out of 55 found this review helpful
Yep, I'm a die-hard "InuYasha" fan. I liked "Guren no Hourijima" (a/k/a Fire on the Mystic Island) for the same reasons some reviewers took exception to the film! I originally purchased this film last year as an R2 in the original Japanese. And, where I enjoyed the three previous InuYasha films, the 4th film is my favorite because it's the most purely entertaining of the quartet.
So should you buy this DVD? I say yes for these reasons:
1) It has a clean, elegant plot-line. On the surface, "InuYasha:FOTMI" might be an expansion of the "Monster of the Week" premise, however, the real message is driven home by a strong emphasis on family and friends. A mix of appealing characters, stong moral conviction, and selflessness, creates a family-friendly anime experience. If you have kids, this film will open up some great discussions.
For tried and true fans of the "InuYasha" series, "FOTMI" provides a nice break from the Shikon scavenger hunt. No Naraku, no exhusting plot twists to drive you crazy -- just straight forward action and great reparte between beloved characters. Don't fret, there's some nice heart-tugging moments sure to please us old-schoolers!
2) This is one anime franchise children and parents can watch together and enjoy equally. The action is exciting, well choreographed and discrete; characters are well developed.
3) No sexually objectionable or explicit content. Some of the dialog contains 'rough' language (and probably will, too, in the English dub). However I've heard FAR worse on network TV and famous cable music and comedy channels during prime time!
4) Technically, I appreciated Kyoto Studio's return to model for the character designs. Unlike the previous three wonderful films, the character designs for "InuYasha:FOTMI" were taken from the television series models.
"InuYasha: FOTMI" is a particularly beautiful anime, with an emphasis on lush, vivid backgrounds as a setting for the action. The animators created a magical feast for the eye. The visuals meet, and frequently exceed, Miyazaki standards in this film. The frame count is robust -- no cheating! -- and the CG is minimal, used only to enhance the animation, not overwhelm.
5) If a visual banquet and heart-touching story isn't enough, add Karou Wada's dynamic musical score. Wada-san is the John-Williams of anime music. Besides "InuYasha", his portfolio includes music for the hit series "Samauri 7", as well as many, many other series. Wada-san's score is excellent and fits the characters and action perfectly. Other musical suprises include the EP "Rakuen", which topped the Nihon top 40 after the film's theatrical release in December 04.
I'm enjoyed this wonderful series and enthusiastically collect every new N.A. release. I hope this review encourages new viewers to check out "InuYasha: FOTMI" on DVD: I also hope it convinces other anime fans to pick up a copy, too!
 inuyasha the movie 4 is a hit !!!!!!!!!!!!!! June 18, 2006
10 out of 19 found this review helpful
This movie was well done!I enjoy hearing about inuyasha and kikyos past.(although it was in japenese).The shinchanati were cool too.I thought they should of made this movie longer 93 min. does not explain a lot,but suprisignly they made this movie interesting.Although I think this movie did not have a lot of humor,vilonce,and drama this movie was awesome!!!
I give it 5 stars just cause it's an Inuyasha movie June 24, 2006
Ronnie Clay (Winnsboro, Louisiana)
9 out of 19 found this review helpful
50 years ago a magical island known as Horal existed where demons and humans live in peace (which I fine hard to believe). Demons from the outside world broke the peace and left the island shattered.
Now the island has reappeared after 50 years and draws Inuyasha, Sesshomaru and Kikyo into its midst. The two dog brothers have strange marks on their backs. They both return to the island to discover it's secret.
In this movie you get to see children who also have strange marks on their backs. How do they have to get the marks off htye have to destroy the five bosses.
ALWAYS 5 STARS PLUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! June 23, 2006
Richie Dee
8 out of 21 found this review helpful
If it is INUYASHA it deserves no less than 5 stars plus!!!!!! INUYASHA is just simply the BEST. Always a TOP NOTCH CLASS ACT. This is just another MASTERPIECE in the INUYASHA series.
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