The dubbing is better than most anime and ADV usually does a good job. The only problem is that Evangelion is very intense and the actors simply aren't able to catch that emotion the way the Japanese actors do. Luckily, ADV is also releasing subtitled versions at a slightly higher price. I recommend finding subtitled copies for at least tapes 0:8 through 0:13 since those are the most dramatic and key scenes are lessened with the dubbed voice actors. The soundtrack is also excellent with one of the best opening themes ever for an anime: Cruel Angel's Thesis. I still can't get it out of my head. Eva defines what I absolutely love about dramatic anime. An incredible visual experience combined with a thought-provoking story. Both will make you want to watch it again and again. While it may be a bit too depressing for some people, it is extremely powerful and uplifting. It raises questions that need to be answered about how we live our lives. Do we live for ourselves or for others? Neon Genesis Evangelion is a masterpiece of critical thought and visual style that will influence dramatic anime for years to come.