Black Heaven...
Years ago, when DVDs were still new to the world, I picked up Black Heaven...
Reminds me of Rock and Rule, but, not nearly as good. Or, perhaps Robotech without the bimbo. I found this drama about a thirty-something guy and his has-been, never-was band trying to save the universe more than a bit dull. I gave Black Heaven a 1 out of 5.
Volume 1
Rock Bottom
Hard Rock Saves Space!! Life can crush your dreams. Oji is a middle-management drone whose only grip on sanity in the drudgery of his corporate lifestyle, are the few shreds of hope surrounding his past life as the amazing guitarist of Black Heaven, a heavy metal band that almost made it.
In his bleakest moment, the magic of performing is restored to him when a beautiful mysterious woman informs him that only his special sound can save the universe from an evil alien invasion.
Volume 2
Space Truckin'
Six-string affair! Oji's love for his music has been rekindled by his frequent sessions used to activate the ultimate weapon against the invading aliens.
Unfortunately, his late nights and frequent absences worry his boss and infuriate his wife who is convinced Oji is having an affair! Oji is too distracted by his music to perceive the tension, but it can only get worse - scientists have realized that the invading aliens are getting stronger. Can Oji defeat them by himself?!
Volume 3
All Right
Now The band is back! Oji recruits the former members of Black Heaven into helping him to defeat the aliens!
Unfortunately, even though they are busy saving the galaxy, they can't tell their wives and bosses why they need to disappear at random times. The alien girls try to help, but ultimately, they cause core trouble than ever. Will finding their original keyboard player help them or hurt them?
Volume 4
Into the Arena
From the creative team behind El Hazard comes a mid-life crisis of cosmic proportions! Back to basics!
Oji and the new members of Black Heaven struggle to come together as a group as the aliens' new weapon devastates the armada protecting what's left of the galaxy. With his music losing its power and his wife losing her patience, Oji is in danger of losing everything! Oji sends out the call for all of the old Black Heaven fans. If the Earth's going to get destroyed, at least he'll go down playing his guitar!
Reminds me of Rock and Rule, but, not nearly as good. Or, perhaps Robotech without the bimbo. I found this drama about a thirty-something guy and his has-been, never-was band trying to save the universe more than a bit dull. I gave Black Heaven a 1 out of 5.
