Nee Summer OVA 1

Nee Summer OVA 1

Alternative Titles
Japanese: 姉SUMMER!

Nee Summer OVA 2 English sub

Nee Summer OVA 2 English sub

Simoun Sub.DVD 2
Concerns that some fans voiced about whether or not the interpretation of Aer's name in AnimeWorks' subtitles would retain the significance its meaning has in one crucial point in episode 8 prove entirely unfounded, as the subtitles progress through that episode without losing a beat. The irregularities between the naming of the country of the sybillae in the advertising and subtitles get partly dealt with, as in some places both names are used simultaneously. (But in such cases it sure sounds like the Japanese actors are saying both names, too.) Actual Extras on the volume include another silly Cast Interview segment and a highly insightful Staff Commentary, which features the director and character designer in a discussion against clips from throughout the first 11 episodes.

Nee Summer OVA 1 English sub

Nee Summer OVA 1 English sub

Simoun Sub.DVD 2
The primarily orchestrated musical score occasionally mixes in some odd musical selections, including the infusion of accordion-based Italian bistro themes, but when it works, it works beautifully. The series is what it is because of how effectively the score enhances the drama and poignancy of its key scenes, and regular applications of variations on the haunting opening theme only contribute to that impression. The closer remains unchanged, and the Japanese voice work maintains the curious (but appropriate) standard set by the first volume: even the male roles and occasional narration are performed by female seiyuu.