It was just another day for Sakura, who, with Tomoyo, went inside a store to buy herself a new notebook for homework. Her timing couldn’t be more perfect–the store was having a contest, where customers could draw for a prize. As good fortune would have it, Sakura managed to pull out the golden ball–thus winning her the grand prize: a trip to Hong Kong!

Not used to having such luck, Sakura ecstatically prepares for her vacation trip. But something strange is going on. The dreams she had been having about water, turn into living nightmares as she reaches Hong Kong. Everyday, even stranger events occur to Sakura…leading her to believe that her vacation trip was brought about by no mere coincidence.

I must say that CCS the Movie 1 was quite nice, though not up to par with the second movie. In fact, after raving about Card Captor Sakura Movie 2, I don’t know what else to talk about this one, the first movie. It doesn’t compare, is all. Well with the exception of the music, and the light humor, that is. Even the art, beautiful as it is, doesn’t rival the second movie’s. I think you should watch this first so you can save the best for last. CCS the Movie 1 is actually quite interesting, as its storyline deals with the mysterious Clow himself. Not much, actually, but we get to see glimpses of his past in this one. Aside from that, we get another bonus: Li Syaoran’s family! Haven’t we been curious all this while, as to what kind of relatives he has, especially his mother? I was in for a surprise with this one. We get our answers in this movie, and more. The only thing I didn’t quite like here was the end of the battle. Again, it’s that typical magical girl victory–but I guess CCS isn’t above that. After all, it is a shoujo, and not to mention, a kiddie series as well, so I guess I shouldn’t complain. I’d still say it’s a pretty good watch. I didn’t give it an 8 for nothing, you know. Forget my ravings about the second movie for a while, and simply enjoy this one.

Individual Rating: Art: 10; Story & Plot: 7; Characters: 10; Sounds: 9

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