Is Cardfight!! Vanguard Movie: Neon Messiah Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2014)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Cardfight!! Vanguard Movie: Neon Messiah (2014), audiences are invited back into the world of Animation, Action, Adventure. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "After the events of Link Joker-hen, Takuto Tatsunagi announced an invite-only tournament in a dream, and invited both Aichi and Kai to take part in "Messiah Scramble". The prize being the card named "Messiah", the name of a saviour that was heard in a dream. At the same time, there were many incidents of units disappearing from Vanguard cards throughout the world. Aichi and Kai team up to a confront an enemy that threatens the peace they've just regained. The movie is a prequel to Legion, leading up to Aichi's disappearance."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Cardfight!! Vanguard Movie: Neon Messiah, even the presence of Tsubasa Yonaga struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Animation. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Cardfight!! Vanguard Movie: Neon Messiah worth your time? If you appreciate Animation, Action, Adventure films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Cardfight!! Vanguard Movie: Neon Messiah misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 72 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.