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Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children dazzles with Square Enix-level animation that’s pure eye candy, a pulse-pounding remix of “One-Winged Angel,” and characters who stay true to form, especially Cloud and Kadaj. The plot sticks to a familiar “villain wants to destroy the world” template and could spoon-feed newcomers better, while the tight runtime leaves little room for deeper character growth. Still, it’s an easy recommendation for anyone craving gorgeous CG action and nostalgic fanservice. The freeway motorcycle sword-fight sequence stands out as the unforgettable set-piece that justifies...

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