Eva Movie Boxset
By The Eva Monkey on Thursday, July 28th, 2005
I don’t quite understand creating a boxset for any fewer than three DVDs, but nevertheless, you may now purchase the Evangelion movies in a snazzy little set. For those that have already kindly supported Manga Entertainment, you need not run to the store and buy this two disc set, for this is merely the previous releases repackaged with a smidgeon more. You get the same two theatrical programs along with a line art postcard and a mousepad. Certainly nothing to write home about, and certainly not anything those with the orginal DVDs are going to feel the need to purchase to get their hands on. For newer fans however, this is a good thing, as they get both films together in one package. I would have liked to see Manga improve their DVD master, but it would appear that they have not. You can read all the details on the release over at Manga’s page for the set. If you would like a closer look at the line art on the post card, I would suggest taking a look here, rather than on the Manga site, as I have optimized the imagery for your viewing pleasure.
For a slightly different alternative, namely for those who already have the DVDs, I would like to suggest Paul Champagne’s custom DVD Collector’s Cases. The box on the left was an official release through ADV Films, and is no longer available. The box on the right is a custom box for the original Death & Rebirth and End of Evangelion DVDs. These boxes are laser engraved and made of brushed aluminum. They’re quite nice, and rather durable, which is more than can be said of most standard DVD boxes. If you’re one who collects DVDs, you might want to take a look, and be sure to check this other site for more possible designs.