I agree with Masamune 1600 on all points. Very intelligent and thought out argument!

And yes, this is just your opinions, and we should respect everyone's opinions, even if they're different than ours.

But there are some things I must point out. I actually think recapping FFVII in the first 10 minutes was a great move, since some of my friends and family had never played the game and it actually helped them understand what was going on instead being thrusted directly into the plot. It made it enjoyable for them to watch the movie without being completely confused.

Another thing that really bugs me though is your perception of Sephiroth. He is NOT the most evil, despicable villain in FF history, but he's still my favorite. BECAUSE he IMO has the most background story out of any villain and he appeals to me and many others that way. I think Square's intent for FFVII to have a realistic villain that you can in some ways feel sorry for... it's a tragedy that Sephiroth never realizes the truth of his past. You can understand why he's so angry with the world, and no other villain has been portrayed that way. All other FF villains that I can think of are just... evil with no real explanation of why they are that way.

(Oh, If I am wrong about anything that I said, let me know. I have never played VI you see....)