I haven't seen the original anime it's based on so i can;t really compare it but the live action version which I own is very good.
The special effects and storytelling is quite stylized but the actions scenes are to die for and wouldnt look out of place in animation.
It also combines some comicbook style backdrops.
The story is the usual combination of sci-fi, reluctant hero saves the world and the tragic love story.
It's also worth watching the deleted scenes on the dvd as the commentary that goes with them helps explain a few things.
The special effects and storytelling is quite stylized but the actions scenes are to die for and wouldnt look out of place in animation.
It also combines some comicbook style backdrops.
The story is the usual combination of sci-fi, reluctant hero saves the world and the tragic love story.
It's also worth watching the deleted scenes on the dvd as the commentary that goes with them helps explain a few things.