

Two alchemist brothers go on a quest for the Philosopher's Stone after an attempt to revive their dead mother goes horribly wrong.
Costume
Ed's red coat actually slaps. Costume dept understood the assignment.
Practical Effects
Automail mechanics look genuinely cool in live-action.
Acting
Yamada commits so hard you almost forgive the rest.
Director
Fumihiko Sori
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Japan's first serious attempt at live-action anime adaptation with blockbuster budget, and it underperformed so hard it killed the sequel plans. The director literally apologized to fans.
The anime's iconic 'Rain' opening is completely absent because they couldn't secure the rights, which tells you everything about how this prioritized spectacle over soul.
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