Having endured the overly masculine series for many a grueling hour I enjoyed having most filler and fluff dialogue cut down in order to focus more on the characters motivations and their relationships between them which defines their strength. The differences between Lagann-Hen and the original series are minor but do serve the movies time-frame as opposed to a full 26 episode series.

I have seen the anime TV series and these 2 movies 1: Guren-Hen 2: Lagann-Hen add the little extra to the story line.Throughout the entire film I was getting psyched and pumped at the sheer epicness and adrenaline the characters portray.Some of the characters you get envious of because you aren't them! But want to be sooooo bad.The TV series and Parallel works are highly recommended before watching these 2 movies, but it isn't necessary too enjoy from it's great marvel.Large screen recommended when viewing Tengen Toppa Guren Lagann!!