Jungle De Ikou Reviews

• 3 stars is nice

  
  By A12OSNCDUGRZMQ on 2005-03-26
  I bought it mostly cuz I was looking for something like decent hentai with good animation that isn't chock full of women in pain. This series(cut short after 3 episodes) doesn't have that, but quite a bit of fan service which is probably what you're looking for if the cover caught your eye.
  
  The service delivers for the most part but quickly took a back seat with me once plot happenings started rolling as it really isn't always the focus. It tells the tale of some gods from the jungle awakening and doing battle in Japan. They fight each other with magic, dances, rituals, chants, etc. which are usually pretty easy on the eyes. A good few of the characters are interesting such as Nasumi/Mie, who is a respectable young girl with a strong head who ends up having to save Japan. She's similar to Akane in Ranma 1/2. Occompanied by her is the god of Destruction Ongo, a rather unassuming character from the jungle and Ahem the Earth god. I found these two characters the most enjoyable of the show as they provide distraction from trite dialogue. Sometimes the exchanges between characters are funny and natural, other times they are painfully silly and stupid(like when the focus turns to Mie's bosom). I had to laugh when I heard the voice actors trying to seriously deliver some of these lines. I've found cringe-inducing dialogue to be nothing new with anime, it's present here but not always prevalent. I made use of the skip forward button on my dvd player due to the dialogue and bad plot development. Some things happen throughout the story that seem poorly written in(like Ongo and his magical limitations) so I would skip past them while the characters try to tie everything together.
  
  Overall I would have to say I enjoyed the strong ancient religious themes of the story the most(gods, possessions, spells, enchantments, etc.). I don't think they will offend, but they are there and they help to move the story along. The fan service is well animated and rather nice, as I rarely see characters so well-endowed move so well. As a movie/series it's patchy but with promise if the writers figured out what they want to do(focus on fan service, or plot). It seems the movie can't decide wether it wants to be a naughty romp or something more along the lines of Ranma where humor and strong characters drive the story.
  
  A reviewer said that the god Ahem is a slightly racist charicature, I would disagree. He seems like the standard 'dirty old man' character with purpose crossed with a witch doctor, I wasn't offended and didn't sense anything that came across as a mock of any demographic. Though I would like to know how old these girls are supposed to be before transformation, I read they are supposed to be 10 years old(excuse me?). The box says it's for those 13 and up, I wouldn't recommend it for children.
  
  The review is a bit spotty, but I'd say that attests to Jungle de Ikou's own spottiness. The main question boils down to: Do you like the cover? Go with your instinct on that one... it's about what you'd expect though there is no nudity, just alluring dance moves, fine animation, and some sicko's pre-pubescent fantasies. If you're looking at this, that's what you were looking for. Not really recommended though I was glad I sniffed this film out finally.
  
  

• "It hurts so much....but feels so good!"

  
  By A31RM5QU797HPJ on 2005-10-15
  
  
  Natsumi gets a weird-looking statue from her father, who got it from New Guinea. The statue holds Ongo, God of Destruction, who was sealed within the statue by Ahem, God of Earth. When Natsumi breaks the seal, Ahem gives her a necklace of skulls and teaches her a dance. The dance changes Natsumi into the large-breasted flower spirit Mii, who uses magic to fight the forces of evil. Mii's bosom jiggles like jell-o and you're amazed how a person can stay up with those massive mammaries.
  The animation is good, the plot is actually good (though, it has a LOT of fan service in it). Not for kids.
  
  

• JdI Delivers on Its Cover Illustration

  
  By A2S1BEMX5V6ZYE on 2003-06-20
  if you've seen some anime, the cover illustration probably makes you think of something like Ranma 1/2 movie 2 (the one one the beach, where are the girls jiggle around more than usual) or Mahou Tsukai Tai (that episode where Miyama entertains the crew at her private night-time beach party). Well, this anime definitely carries out its promise. It's that kind of silly show, and yes the boobs really are that huge, and yes they are lavishly animated. So, if the cover looks good to you, don't hesitate even for a minute, just buy it. If it's a little off-putting, I'd say skip it unless you have a real fondness for this genre.

  It's a crime that they don't make more episodes.
  
  

• Actually pretty funny and entertaining..........

  
  By AB4HS1KW7IMPO on 2001-06-30
  once ya get past the BIG boobs. There is actually a story in this fan service animation. I'm not saying this is a classic, but there are some generally hysterical moments, and all of them are pretty realistic outcomes to the crazy things going on in the story. I won't say what. You'll just have to see it. If you are a cynic and want to pick apart the jokes and outcomes to the show, it WILL beat you to the punch. This show knows what it is and has no problems making fun of its' self. That alone gets high marks from me. This is a fun video. And all the girls ( the legal ones ) are hot.
  
  

• Let the fun begin

  
  By A22QO9KIJKHGJD on 2002-06-10
  I ordere this DVD the first time I saw it(com'on look at the picture on the cover) and hoped it will live to my expectation and man it did.

  Man it so funnny that I had to pause the movie everey now and then just to stop laughing and believe me the story is somthing new and original.I recommend this for anyone who want a good laugh or anyone who enjoyed Golden Boy,...Project Ako or dragon half.
  
  

• Pretty Good Anime
  By A2SE8NJKLTEUSZ on 2005-10-28
  Back when it was created I don't believe huge boobs were common in anime, so I guess it was unique then. Honestly, I just got it for the fanservice, so the story was a bit distracting... could have used more of Mii though. I would recommend Eiken over this, but Jungle De Ikou is still pretty good. About the DVD itself, extras include production art and a gallery of the images used for the packaging. One bad point is, the songs have unremovable subtitles, but this DVD is worth it if you can get it cheap.
  
  
• Japanese comedy must!
  By A3TOWV6WF5UJ8Z on 2001-07-03
  If you like the adolecent humor found in teen anime (think Ranma 1/2), then you'll definitely want to watch the tale of a young girl who finds herself in control of a great power... the power of a goddess! Unfortunately, for her, she must perform a 'fertility dance' to raise the power to transform! The characters are memorable, the music is catchy and you'll find yourself quoting lines for months afterward.
  
  
• Flower Power!
  By A3NIQK6ZLYEP1L on 2006-06-08
  Nasumi's father has brought back a relic from an ancient ruin found deep, deep in the jungle of Myuginia. Within the relic was Ongo, God of Destruction.
  And then things are wild. First, a necklace now allows her to call on the power of Mie, a flower spirit. A big busted flower spirit. A spirit whose form she takes when she calls on her power.
  Lots of panty shots, weird X-rated dancing, silly spells and only three episodes. I guess it was meant to be a stand alone really tiny mini series. It's OK but try to get it used. Besides the art gallery and production sketches there isn't really much in the way of extras.
  
  
  
• Some humor and fun, but mostly just nudity and cheap thrills
  By A3BCWYQF55N2TQ on 2001-11-14
  I hardly consider myself a "prude" and I am not easily shocked by sex jokes (hey, I *love* Ping Pong Club and liked Miyuki-chan in Wonderland)... but this anime is probably not worth buying to the average consumer. There are some cute jokes (I was struck by Ongo's physical and mental similarity to Flint of "Flint the Time Detective", so you see the level we're on) but a *lot* of oversized mammary glands (REALLY huge), panty shots and cheap sex jokes. I didn't find myself laughing much - the jokes were *OLD* ones, not even refreshing or really entertaining. The plot was predictable. Yeah, the music was catchy (I do like the opening song, I believe it was sung by Masami Okui who did the songs for Slayers and Utena), but if you just want the music, buy the soundtrack! The art-style was very reminiscent of Maze and Slayers. But again: lots of stupid, stupid sex jokes... and Takuma's adolescent-boy lust just got irritating, not funny (like I think it was MEANT to be).

  If you like sex-infused HUMOR and original concepts, try other sources. I still recommend Ping Pong Club (although if you shock really easily, you may want to go to something softer ^.^) and Maze & Those Who Hunt Elves are always fun... but this one is a waste of money. If you *MUST* see it, rent it or go to an anime convention and see it in the video rooms. Don't waste your money.
  
  

• Jungle De Ikou, A Neat Movie
  By A3EG643HZ7H4FG on 2002-03-27
  I love this movie about a girl named Natsumi who gets a present from her father of a weird statue who uses the two gems to make a pair of earrings & winds up with a strange necklace from the God Ahem to become Mii after doing a weird dance taught to her by Ahem to battle Ongo's mischief tricks & finally destroys a evil demon that posses Ongo with the help of Rongo. I watch the movie over & over. I think they should make more episodes of the movie.
  
  
• Not as titular as you might think
  By A2FVVKGLNK3PHT on 2007-01-31
  After reading the reviews, one would almost expect an hour of a very bosomy lady dancing and gyrating wildly. That actually last a total of maybe a minute. A minute that you will not soon forget if you enjoy that type of thing. Mii is extremely attractive and moves very, very well.
  The story and music are quite good really. Enough to stand on their own merit. The bosomy features that appear after the transformation is what everybody focuses on. To be expected since the box cover so proudly displays that. I enjoyed it and thought it was quite clever really.
  
  
• A Funny and Gorgeous Comedy for all Anime Fans!
  By on 2000-05-10
  Based in the traditions of Ranma 1/2 and Tenchi Muyo, Jungle de Ikou is full of the kind of dead-on comic timing and colorful characters that make or break a series like this. The story follows 10-year-old Natsumi, a Japanese schoolgirl teetering on the brink of womanhood. As though her insecurities about her body weren't difficult enough, she's just inherited an ancient pendant that will transform her into the absurdly top-heavy Flower Goddess Mii whenever she does a special dance. Accompanying her along her misadventures are Ongo - a kid devil, Rongo - a beautiful water spirit, and Ahamu - the lecherous God of Soil. This anime is a must-see for any fan of comedic anime. Young viewers should be warned that even though the anime is not explicitly sexual, there are some suggestive scenes and there's enough enormous breast-bouncing to put half of the animators in Japan to work. See it, see it, see it!
  
  
• Hilarious Anime
  By on 2000-11-08
  Jungle de Ikou is a very colorful and funny series. This particular video is filled with many jokes, some suggestive, therefore this anime is not directed towards younger viewers, rather it is directed at teens. Also, the subtitled version is much better than the dubbed, as you may know, dubbed anime is not always the best. The plot centers on a ten year old school girl named Natsumi, who is given a magical pendant by her achaeologist father. Whenever she does a certain dance with this pendant, she transforms Mii, the Flower Goddess. The proportions of Mii are what make this series so funny, notably her amazingly large chest. She is joined by Ongo; a mischevious child spirit, Ahamu; the old and decrepid God of Soil, and Rongo; who is the Goddess of Water. So in conclusion I suggest you watch the hilarious escapades of Mii and her compatriots.
  
  
• Great
  By A2AM4IJJA8EOGB on 2005-07-05
  Was in perfect shape, I was happy to finally recieve something on time foe achange.
  
  
• fun, but...
  By A3VDC23HUFETP5 on 2002-03-16
  Most people, I know rave about this show, but several flaws come close to ruining it. The two male leads may be interesting in their own right, but they're really too similar to one another for either to stand out. Add to that the mildly racist characature of the African-American lead, and you've got a considerable problem.
  The female leads are fairly typical super-hero type characters, but although stereotypical, it's pulled off remarkably well. Slapstick humor is the main draw, but it gets just a little repetitive after awhile.
  Still, I shouldn't downplay the positive aspects. I really laughed a lot, and if you're willing to overlook a few flaws, the anime is pretty enjoyable. Plus, the DVD has good picture quality, and the extra features won't make you scream too much. If you have the option to rent then do it, but if you're looking to expand your anime library, you could do worse.
  
  

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