From the start of the episode many things are unclear as when we start to understand the demon society been exposed to human and an apocalyptic crisis occured due to this revelation the story starts to make its grip with extremely violence and gore scenes brings us shivering our body and mind and the horror at the climax sequence this episode set a class of violence that some people maybe never have imagined and when the episode end it makes us wanted to know what will happen after it.
But because of it's fast pace action violence we can't connect to any character and just feel about It's on edge gore sequence.
Although it should have been extended for sometime to explain us the fear of the situation and to show us the fear and emotions of the characters.
6 Reviews
Expectedly, Amon: The Apocalypse of Devilman is an action-saturated anime that hardly lets the viewer up to breathe.
GavinNelson1786 May 2004
Fair warning: there are only two ways to enjoy this anime. The first is to have some background information on the series by having watched the other OVA, the television series or read any of the manga. The second way is if you just like lots of blood and fighting. Beware that those are the only ways; almost nothing is explained in this anime, and you will not have a clue as to what is going on otherwise.
This OVA is quite short and has a very disjointed feel to it. What that means is there are a lot of flashbacks and dream sequences, not to mention visual representations of what is going on in Akira's mind. It's not too hard to decipher what is going on, however, and it is a nice, little ride. The basic premise is Devilman kills demons; that's pretty much it. The show delves a little into the concept of humanity, as one would expect from a show about a guy bonded with a demon. But don't look for anything too deep. Character development besides Akira's is null with some characters like Satan appearing for a minute or less and having no impact on the plot at all.
The action sequences make up a good portion of the show and luckily they look good and are satisfying for that dark part in everyone. This is one very bloody anime, and if you don't have the stomach for it you will really not find much to like here. The violence seems to be the big selling point for the anime. They did a good job for the budget they had to work with, but don't be looking for Ghilbi quality.
All in all I can recommend this if you know what to expect or if you like straight-up action anime. Either way will work, but I really do not see a lover of twisting plots or a fully fleshed-out cast liking this one.
This OVA is quite short and has a very disjointed feel to it. What that means is there are a lot of flashbacks and dream sequences, not to mention visual representations of what is going on in Akira's mind. It's not too hard to decipher what is going on, however, and it is a nice, little ride. The basic premise is Devilman kills demons; that's pretty much it. The show delves a little into the concept of humanity, as one would expect from a show about a guy bonded with a demon. But don't look for anything too deep. Character development besides Akira's is null with some characters like Satan appearing for a minute or less and having no impact on the plot at all.
The action sequences make up a good portion of the show and luckily they look good and are satisfying for that dark part in everyone. This is one very bloody anime, and if you don't have the stomach for it you will really not find much to like here. The violence seems to be the big selling point for the anime. They did a good job for the budget they had to work with, but don't be looking for Ghilbi quality.
All in all I can recommend this if you know what to expect or if you like straight-up action anime. Either way will work, but I really do not see a lover of twisting plots or a fully fleshed-out cast liking this one.
The best Devilman adaptation
Rectangular_businessman22 October 2012
Warning: Spoilers
After seeing all the other adaptations of this same history (The animated series from 1972, the OVAS from the eighties, and the lousy live-action film from the year 2004) I have to say that I think that "Amon: Apocalypse of Devilman" is easily the best one.
This OVA had excellent animation, with cool designs and a suspenseful atmosphere. Also, the plot, despite having some differences with the original story, captures perfectly well the essence and mood of the manga.
The action scenes were impressive and the designs of the demons were creative and well done.
My only complaint about "Amon: Apocalypse of Devilman" is the lack of a real resolution of the plot. However, this still remains being as one of the best adaptations of one of the works done by Go Nagai, along with the original "Mazinger Z" series and the marionette series "X-Bomber" ("Star Fleet")
This OVA had excellent animation, with cool designs and a suspenseful atmosphere. Also, the plot, despite having some differences with the original story, captures perfectly well the essence and mood of the manga.
The action scenes were impressive and the designs of the demons were creative and well done.
My only complaint about "Amon: Apocalypse of Devilman" is the lack of a real resolution of the plot. However, this still remains being as one of the best adaptations of one of the works done by Go Nagai, along with the original "Mazinger Z" series and the marionette series "X-Bomber" ("Star Fleet")
"A devil amongst devils!"
Foreverisacastironmess12311 January 2016
Warning: Spoilers
Apparently this third episode in the Devilman anime is a spin off of the manga comic or some-such, and some say that it doesn't really count as a sequel. But ya know the characters sure look the same and it clearly does continue the story and I have no trouble following it, despite the fact that this movie never got an English dub. What I do find very confusing however, is how it throws you right into a plot that's far ahead of what it left off with last time and doesn't explain a lot of things. Like how Akira is suddenly partnering up with what appears to be other human-demon hybrids like him, now when the hell did that happen!? And the Devilman form is so different from before, and most importantly why Ryo is an angel who is referred to as Satan!!! This time around they ramp up the gory action, and our ruthless anti-hero is more outrageously vicious than ever. It has quite a grim opening act, where everything seems to be going to hell as ordinary people begin to riot and grow mad with fear and paranoia after Ryo(?) declares publicly that demons do indeed exist hidden among mankind, and Miki and her little brother are murdered horribly and Akira arrives too late to save them, snaps, and kills the depraved mob and completely loses his humanity, allowing Amon, his demon half, to take control, not the human. The design of Amon is fantastic, he looks terrifying and just like the classic image of the red hot Devil himself! The bloodthirsty Amon destroys friend and foe alike, and after taking out the snake-haired leader of a demon army who demands his allegiance he confronts Satan himself, who commands that his inner humanity awaken, and then begins a truly brutal and awesome battle of epic proportions as Akira in his Devilman form fights Amon for control of his body and powers. It goes badly for Akira until a scene that I actually found very moving and kind of beautiful happens where he sees the spirit of Miki who gives him the strength to fight and destroy his evil counterpart for good! And then it has a good ending, but in a way it's also a disappointing one where Akira simply passes Satan by and they never actually have a battle. Perhaps they would have if they'd made more of these, but who knows? Some fans have an awesome theory that the anime Violence Jack is a continuation of Akira's story which I find a very neat idea, as I love that one as well! There aren't any real heroes in this story. Even the 'normal' humans are twisted and evil, and beg the question of who the real demons are! It's all over a bit too soon, but I find this to be a great third entry and it does offer a little finality for the series. I love 'em all, they're all well done and fun scary animations, thanks, see ya!
This OVA is quite short and has a very disjointed feel to it
GavinNelson1783 May 2004
Fair warning: there are only two ways to enjoy this anime. The first is to have some background information on the series by having watched the other OVA, the television series or read any of the manga. The second way is if you just like lots of blood and fighting. Beware that those are the only ways; almost nothing is explained in this anime, and you will not have a clue as to what is going on otherwise.
This OVA is quite short and has a very disjointed feel to it. What that means is there are a lot of flashbacks and dream sequences, not to mention visual representations of what is going on in Akira's mind. It's not too hard to decipher what is going on, however, and it is a nice, little ride. The basic premise is Devilman kills demons; that's pretty much it. The show delves a little into the concept of humanity, as one would expect from a show about a guy bonded with a demon. But don't look for anything too deep. Character development besides Akira's is null with some characters like Satan appearing for a minute or less and having no impact on the plot at all.
The action sequences make up a good portion of the show and luckily they look good and are satisfying for that dark part in everyone. This is one very bloody anime, and if you don't have the stomach for it you will really not find much to like here. The violence seems to be the big selling point for the anime. They did a good job for the budget they had to work with, but don't be looking for Ghilbi quality.
All in all I can recommend this if you know what to expect or if you like straight-up action anime. Either way will work, but I really do not see a lover of twisting plots or a fully fleshed-out cast liking this one.
This OVA is quite short and has a very disjointed feel to it. What that means is there are a lot of flashbacks and dream sequences, not to mention visual representations of what is going on in Akira's mind. It's not too hard to decipher what is going on, however, and it is a nice, little ride. The basic premise is Devilman kills demons; that's pretty much it. The show delves a little into the concept of humanity, as one would expect from a show about a guy bonded with a demon. But don't look for anything too deep. Character development besides Akira's is null with some characters like Satan appearing for a minute or less and having no impact on the plot at all.
The action sequences make up a good portion of the show and luckily they look good and are satisfying for that dark part in everyone. This is one very bloody anime, and if you don't have the stomach for it you will really not find much to like here. The violence seems to be the big selling point for the anime. They did a good job for the budget they had to work with, but don't be looking for Ghilbi quality.
All in all I can recommend this if you know what to expect or if you like straight-up action anime. Either way will work, but I really do not see a lover of twisting plots or a fully fleshed-out cast liking this one.
I did see that coming but........man
phanthinga17 January 2018
Warning: Spoilers
Before any of you guys jumping to conclusions about how badly written or how graphic and disturbing this OVA is I want you guys to know this is not a stand alone OVA but in fact the next chapter of Devilman mini series from 1987.Put all that behind as a fan of the manga I dare to say Amon:Devilman Apocalypse is a much more interesting take of the final event in the manga cause this time I can actually see Amon fully out of Akira control after the death of Miki which I think a missed opportunity in the manga.I'm not exactly a fan of this version of ending or in the original but I understand why and respect that.
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