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2005 Manga Report Cards: ADV Manga (Tue 12-13-2005)

Following up on yesterday\'s report, Ed has added a new entry with his thoughts on how ADV Manga performed in 2005.

2005 Manga Report Cards: AW Productions (Mon 12-12-2005)

We\'ll be getting back into the DVD side of the year in review process some more this week but the manga reviewers will be taking a stab here and there at looking at the various manga publishers in how they performed in 2005. First up is Ed\'s look at AW ...

2005 Manga Report Cards: Broccoli Books (Wed 12-14-2005)

Ed\'s continuing to work his way through several of the smaller publishers at the moment as we look back at how 2005 has been and today he has a look at Broccoli Books.


ADV Films January 17th Solicitation Information (Wed 12-14-2005)

HOUSTON, Deccember 13—ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce five exciting titles set to hit the streets on January 17, beginning with the tenth and final volume of Gantz! Other Jan 17 relea...

ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Fri 11-05-2004)

Right Stuf\'s updated with some January and February 2005 releases from ADV Manga this morning:First King Adventures Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 02/22/2005Full Metal Panic! Vol. #07 - $9.99 - 01/25/2005Gamerz Heaven Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 02/22/2005GATE Vol. #01 - $9....

ADV Films UK Press Releases for February 2005 (Fri 01-07-2005)

ADV FILMS TO RELEASE NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: PLATINUM EDITION VOLUME 1 FIRST VOLUME OF THE SEMINAL, ACCLAIMED ANIME TELEVISION SERIES FILLED WITH EXTRAS GALORE, AVAILABLE 21st FEBRUARY 2005 LONDON, UK, 7th January 2005ADV Films today announced a...

London Expo - Complete Report
by Dani Moure (Mon 06-19-2006)

London Expo " May 2006 On Saturday 27 May 2006, I had the experience of attending one of the country's biggest conventions " the London Expo. The event takes place on long weekends twice a year, and attracts some huge audiences. This one alone was expec...


ADV Manga New Title Solicitation (Wed 07-13-2005)

Continuing to show some very minor signs of life, Right Stuf has another new solicitation from ADV Manga for this fall:Orphen Vol. #03 - $9.99 - 09/06/2005

BEST MANGA AWARDS FOR 2005 ANNOUNCED (Mon 02-13-2006)

LANCASTER, MA, FEBRUARY 13, 2006: Readers at the website AnimeOnDVD.com were given the opportunity in late January to vote upon the numerous titles released during the calendar year of 2005 from all publishers of Japanese manga and Korean manhua in order...

ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Wed 05-25-2005)

Right Stuf has a few new titles up and ready from ADV Manga today:Mythical Detective LOKI RAGNAROK Vol. #03 - $9.99 - 06/06/2005Mythical Detective LOKI RAGNAROK Vol. #04 - $9.99 - 08/01/2005

ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Wed 04-27-2005)

In what should be seen as a good sign for getting things back in gear, a number of new ADV Manga solicitations showed up via Right Stuf this afternoon for June release plus a few extended volumes into the fall for some series:Cromartie High School Vol. #0...


ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Thu 09-29-2005)

It\'s been a bit since we\'ve seen new titles announced from ADV Manga but Right Stuf has the information:angel/dust Vol. #1 - $10.99 - 11/22/2005Lagoon Engine Einsatz Vol. #1 - $10.99 - 11/22/2005

ADV Manga New Title Solicitation (Tue 04-19-2005)

Right Stuf has the latest from ADV Manga with another title they\'re getting back into circulation later this year:Ray Vol. #03 - $9.99 - 09/27/2005

ADV Manga New Title Solicitation (Fri 03-25-2005)

Right Stuf has a new listing from ADV Manga from a series that\'s apparently survived the changes there recently:Gadirok Vol. #03 - $9.95 - 05/24/2005

Manga Burnout?
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 09-13-2007)

Will manga ever fall away from mainstream American culture? Elder members of the human race are fond of rattling off every fad that's come and gone throughout their lives; hula hoops, Slinkies, Cabbage Patch dolls. It's tempting to heap the likes of Pokem...


ADV Manga Nominated for an Eisner (Wed 04-05-2006)

According to a report at Comic Book Resources, the nominations are out for the 2006 Eisner\'s and ADV Manga secured a position on it. In the category of Best U.S. Edition of Foreign Material, Eiji Nonaka\'s Cromartie High School landed the slot.

ADV Manga New Solicitations (Mon 05-02-2005)

Right Stuf has some new manga solicitations up today, including this one from ADV Manga:Full Metal Panic! Vol. #08 - $9.99 - 07/26/2005

Anime Boston - Overview
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-02-2005)

Anime Boston has come and gone and the one convention that I ensure that I make every year has by all appearances been just as successful as the previous years have been. Anime Boston is rather special to me since it was something I saw forming from the s...

Manga Review: Maburaho (Fri 05-06-2005)

Mike Dungan\'s checking out a new manga series from ADV Manga that kicked off in April 2005 with a look at Maburaho Vol. #1 (of 2).


Anime Central - Full Report
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-24-2002)

By Madeline ColeI know I\'m a day or so late, but I was recovering from that god awful Funimation Lupin dub\' but more on that later! Well, I\'m sure what everyone wants to hear is the industry news \' so here it is, in order of appearance: Oh,...

Anime Expo - Sunday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)

Hiroyuki Morioka Panel & Interview In March of 2002, I watched Crest of the Stars for the first time and immediately regretted not picking it up when it first came out. When Otakon announced they were having Hiroyuki Morioka as a guest, I was quite ...

Manga Reviews (Fri 02-25-2005)

Ed Chavez is up with a double set of reviews today, both of the first volumes and single volume releases at that. First, he\'s got a look at the March 2005 release of Gate Vol. #1 (of 1) from ADV Manga. He\'s also got a look at the Editor\'s Choice releas...

Manga/Book Review: Notenki Memoirs (Fri 08-05-2005)

Billed as the tell-all of Gainax and many things behind Evangelion, Jarred is checking out the August 2005 release of the Notenki Memoirs from ADV Manga.


ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Tue 01-04-2005)

Right Stuf has gotten in the first round of details regarding the March releases from ADV Manga:Chrono Crusade Vol. #04 - $9.99 - 03/07/2005Cromartie High School Vol. #01 - $9.99 - 03/07/2005Gunslinger Girl Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 03/07/2005Kids Joker Vol. #01...

Manga Review: Kid\'s Joker (Mon 04-04-2005)

Jarred\'s checking out a new series today from ADV Manga with their March 2005 release of Kid\'s Joker Vol. #1 (of 6).

Manga Review: Mythical Detective LOKI RAGNAROK (Tue 05-17-2005)

Ed Chavez is catching up on a few outstanding reviews and one of them brings us up to date on this series from ADV Manga with the March 2005 release of Mythical Detective LOKI RAGNAROK Vol. #2 (of 5).

ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Mon 03-14-2005)

A few new titles up on Right Stuf today for upcoming releases from ADV Manga:Maburaho Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 04/26/2005More Starlight To Your Heart Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 04/26/2005Ray Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 04/26/2005Tactics Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 05/24/2005


Manga Review: Gamerz Heaven (Mon 05-30-2005)

Mike Dungan\'s catching up on his releases today with another manga review, this time of the February 2005 release of Gamerz Heaven Vol. #2 (of 4) from ADV Manga. Hopefully this series will get new volumes solicited soon like several others have.

Manga Review: Full Metal Panic (Mon 04-25-2005)

Ed is checking in this morning with a look at the January 2005 release of Full Metal Panic Vol. #7 (of 8) from ADV Manga and isn\'t liking what he\'s seeing.

International Manga & Anime Fe - Full Coverage
by Paul Jacques (Tue 12-28-2004)

On cold Saturday, in late December I was invited down to the International Manga & Anime Festival, to look over their public exhibition. The IMAF is located in the very prestigious London County Hall building, which is located next to Westminster Bridge, ...

Manga Review: Gunslinger Girl (Thu 05-19-2005)

After a long wait between volumes, Mike Dungan has a look at the March 2005 follow-up of Gunslinger Girl Vol. #2 (of 4) from ADV Manga.


Manga Review: Noodle Fighter Miki (Thu 03-24-2005)

Released in March 2005, Mike Dungan\'s got a look at the ADV Manga release of a new series with Noodle Fighter Miki Vol. #1 (of 10).

Manga Review: First King Adventures (Wed 04-06-2005)

Probably falling into one of the more overlooked titles of recent months to come out that should be checked out and talked about more, Ed Chavez has a review up of the February 2005 release of First King Adventures Vol. #2 (of 6) from ADV Manga.

Manga Review: Full Metal Panic (Tue 10-11-2005)

As the series gets closer to the end it figures that the opinions will sway once more as Ed Chavez is on deck today with a review of the July 2005 release of Full Metal Panic Vol. #8 (of 9) from ADV Manga.

Manga Review: Gadirok (Sat 04-16-2005)

Catching up on a shorter series this morning, Jarred is checking out the February 2005 release of Gadirok Vol. #2 (of 8) from ADV Manga.


Manga Review: Orphen (Wed 11-23-2005)

Ed\'s taking a slight dip into the past this morning as he takes a look at the June 2005 release of Orphen Vol. #2 (of 6) from ADV Manga.

Manga Review: Chrono Crusade (Sun 05-14-2006)

Matthew\'s getting us caught up today on an ADV Manga series with a look at the November 2005 release of Chrono Crusade Vol. #4 (of 8) this morning.

Manga Review: Ray (Sat 02-18-2006)

Hard to find as many retailers haven\'t even listed it as being available, Ed scored a copy in a bookstore of the September 2005 release of Ray Vol. #3 (of 7) from ADV Manga.

Manga Review: Ray (Mon 01-16-2006)

Ed\'s got a look at a series that should be doing better over here since it\'s currently being animated in Japan with the April 2005 release of Ray Vol. #2 (of 7) from ADV Manga. Volume three has apparently come out recently though several online retailer...


VIZ To Release Legendz and Dr. Slump Manga in 2005 (Fri 12-17-2004)

New fantasy role-play title and witty comedic manga will be offered in English for the first time in the U.S. San Francisco, CA, December 16, 2004 – VIZ, LLC, one of the leading publishers and distributors of manga and anime for North American audi...

ADV Manga New Title Solicitations (Wed 03-30-2005)

The June line-up started appearing today on Right Stuf\'s update section:By the Sword (aka Yo-u) Vol. #02 - $9.99 - 06/06/2005Chrono Crusade Vol. #05 - $9.99 - 06/06/2005Gunslinger Girl Vol. #03 - $9.99 - 06/06/2005Yotsubato! Vol. #01 - $9.99 - 06/06/2005

ADV Films Announces February 1 Release Dates (Mon 01-17-2005)

HOUSTON, January 17, 2005 -- ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce the latest batch of new titles to add to its extensive list of home video releases. PEACEMAKER: GUNNING FOR TROUBLE CHAS...

ADV Films Announces February 8 Releases (Sat 01-22-2005)

HOUSTON, January 18, 2005ADV Films, the #1 producer-distributor of anime in the U.S., is pleased to announce the release of several exciting titles in its expanding library on February 8, 2005. NEON GENESIS EVANGELION PLATINUM: 05 The titanic...


ADV Films Announces Four New Gonzo Acquisitions (Fri 05-11-2007)

Red Garden, Welcome to the N.H.K., Pumpkin Scissors, Magikano All to Launch Late 2007 HOUSTON, May 11, 2007 " At 9pm this evening ADV Films co-founder Matt Greenfield will formally announce that ADV has acquired four of the hottest new titles to co...

ADV Announces Acquisition of New Series 009-1 (Mon 01-08-2007)

"Neo Cold War Espionage With A Science-Fiction Twist." " Anime Insider HOUSTON, December 8, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, announced it has acquired exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North Ame...

ADV Films Announces January 2nd Releases (Wed 11-01-2006)

HOUSTON, November 2, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce a slew of titles, including the second volume of Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor, the final volume of Jinki: Extend, the complete sec...

ADV Films Details September 19th Releases (Fri 07-28-2006)

HOUSTON, July 21, 2006 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three exciting titles set to hit the streets on September 19, including the first volume of Comic Party: Revolution TV, the fifth vol...


ADV Films January 10th Release Details (Tue 12-13-2005)

ADV ANNOUNCES JANUARY 10 RELEASES Featuring Launch of Deluxe New Macross HOUSTON, December 9, 2005ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce six hot titles for January 10, beginning with the ...

ADV Films Announces November 14 Releases (Fri 09-22-2006)

HOUSTON, September 22, 2006 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three exciting titles, including the release of the all new Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor, UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie, and the fou...

Manga Review: Gunparade March (Wed 06-22-2005)

Bringing the ADV Manga series release to a close with the final volume, Jarred\'s checking in this morning with a look at the February 2005 release of Gunparade March Vol. #3 (of 3).

Anime Expo - Saturday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)

.hack//SIGN - Koichi Mashimo Koichi Mashimo (President of Bee Train, director of .hack and Noir), Ken Iyadomi (Bandai Ent. VP & panel host), and another Japanese guest (who didn\'t say much) were present at the panel. This is one of the more interestin...


ADV Universeâ„¢ Download Store Launches (Mon 09-25-2006)

Top U.S. Anime Company Opens Digital Store HOUSTON, September 25, 2006 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce the launch of the ADV Universeâ„¢ Digital Download Store. ADV Universe opens to t...

ADV Acquires Ah! My Goddess Season Two (Wed 12-27-2006)

HOUSTON, December 27, 2006 "ADV Films, the #1 producer-distributor of anime in the U.S., announced today it has acquired exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North America for the second season of Ah! My Goddess. It is based on one of the best...

ADV Films Announces September 5th Titles (Sat 07-22-2006)

HOUSTON, July 19, 2006 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three exciting new titles set to hit the streets on September 5, including the first volume of Jinki: Extend, the second volume of T...

ADV ANNOUNCES AUGUST 14 RELEASES (Wed 06-13-2007)

HOUSTON, June 13, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you a bevy of new titles, including the first volume of the fan-favorite Air TV, the third volume of the sci-fi adventure Kurau Phantom ...


ADV FILMS AND GENEON ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC ALLIANCE (-)

Partnership Yields Strongest Catalog in Anime Category HOUSTON, August 29, 2007 " Today ADV Films and Geneon Entertainment (USA) announced a new distribution agreement. From October 1st on, ADV Films will be Geneon Entertainment USA's sole distributor...

ADV Films Pacts With Shochiku For Multiple Acquisitions (Thu 11-02-2006)

ADV Acquires "Le Chevalier D'Eon" For North America, UK & Australia Also North American Theatrical, Video & TV Rights to Shochiku's "Ghost Train" and "Synesthesia" Houston, TX " November 2, 2006 " ADV Films, the number one producer/distributor of Ja...

ADV Announces Final Gatchaman Collection (Fri 09-08-2006)

ADV ANNOUNCES NINTH AND FINAL GATCHAMAN COLLECTION OCTOBER 17 "The One That Really Started It All." " MTV.com HOUSTON, September 7, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce an Oc...

ADV Films Announces September 12 Releases (Wed 07-26-2006)

HOUSTON, July 20, 2006 "ADV Films, the ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three new and exciting titles set to hit the streets on September 12, including the fifth volume of the classic Macros...


ADV Announces January 9th REleases (Thu 11-09-2006)

HOUSTON, November 9, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce five titles heading your way on January 9. Prepare yourself for the first volume of Best Student Council, the fifth volume of Mic...

Early Manga Review: Yotsuba! (Thu 03-31-2005)

It\'s not often we get in an early manga review but today Mike Dungan has a look at one of the more anticipated releases coming out from ADV Manga, particularly for fans of Azumangadaioh, with a review of their 06/06/2005 release of Yotsuba! Vol. #1.

ADV Films Acquires The Wallflower (Wed 05-16-2007)

Announcement Made At Tribute to Series Director HOUSTON, April 16, 2007 " Last night acclaimed anime director Shinichi "Nabeshin" Watanabe (Excel Saga, Nerima Daikon Brothers) and ADV Films President John Ledford announced that ADV Films had acquired ri...

ADV Announces March 6th Releases (Sat 01-06-2007)

HOUSTON, January 5, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you two exciting titles scheduled to arrive in stores on March 6, including the third volume of Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor and the f...


Advance Manga Review: Orphen (Wed 02-23-2005)

Getting an early look at the March 2005 release of Orphen Vol. #1 (of 6) from ADV Manga, Ed Chavez has sent in his thoughts on the preview copy we received.

ADV Films Announces June 19th Releases (Wed 04-18-2007)

HOUSTON, April 16, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you the first volume of the futuristic sci-fi thriller 009-1 as well as the third volume of this year's premiere title, Le Chevalier D'...

ADV Films Announces February 20th Releases (Thu 12-21-2006)

HOUSTON, December 20, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you three exciting titles, including the first volume of Le Chevalier D'Eon, the second volume of Nerima Daikon Brothers, and the co...

ADV Films Announces VENUS VS. VIRUS, BLADE OF THE PHANTOM MASTER for Nov. 13 (Fri 09-14-2007)

Includes Launch of New Series Venus Versus Virus HOUSTON, September 14, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to present four great new titles, including the standalone feature Blade of the Phantom Mas...


ADV ACQUIRES FEATURE FILM 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND (Fri 06-22-2007)

Latest From "The New Miyazaki" HOUSTON, June 22, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce it has acquired the exclusive theatrical, home video, and broadcast rights in North America to 5 Centi...

ADV Announces Aquisition of New Series BEST STUDENT COUNCIL (Mon 10-02-2006)

HOUSTON, October 2, 2006 "ADV Films, the #1 producer-distributor of anime in the U.S., announced today it has acquired exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North America for Best Student Council, a new series by J.C. Staff (Excel Saga, Maburaho). ...

ADV Films Announces May 22 and May 29 Releases (Wed 03-28-2007)

HOUSTON, March 27, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased announce the release dates of three titles! The Gilgamesh Complete Collection will be available on May 22. The Misaki Chronicles Complete Coll...

ADV Announces January 30th Releases (Fri 12-01-2006)

HOUSTON, November 30, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce the first volume of Moeyo Ken TV, scheduled to arrive on January 30! MOEYO KEN TV: SHINSENGUMI ON THE PROWL Three Girls Protec...


ADV Films Announces July 3rd Releases (Wed 05-02-2007)

HOUSTON, May 2, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you both seasons one and two of the sci-fi hit Gravion, as well as the season three, volume two release of UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie: Bride...

ADV Announces April 24 Release of Nerima Daikon Brothers: Daikon Field of Dreams (Tue 02-27-2007)

"Fun Songs, Fun Characters, Fun Show." " Anime News Network HOUSTON, February 26, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you the final volume of Nerima Daikon Brothers, a title that has otaku...

ADV ANNOUNCES A MAY 1 RELEASE FOR UFO ULTRAMAIDEN VALKYRIE BRIDE OF CELESTIAL SOULS DAY: SACRED STONES AND PERKY PERVERTS (Tue 03-06-2007)

"Warning: Hottie Harem Sci-Fi Comedic Frolics Contained Herein!" " theOtaku.com HOUSTON, March 5, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you the first volume of the third season of UFO Ultram...

ADV ACQUIRES NEW SERIES TOKYO MAJIN (Tue 06-26-2007)

Teens Defend Tokyo in Fast-Paced Action Series HOUSTON June 26, 2007 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce it has acquired the exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North America for th...


ADV Films Acquires New Series Project Blue Earth SOS (Wed 06-27-2007)

Retro Design Meets Modern Movie Magic HOUSTON, "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce it has acquired the exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North America for the science fiction OVA s...

ADV Films Announces October 10th Titles (Mon 09-11-2006)

HOUSTON, September 6, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce the release of three exciting titles, including the Get Backers Season One Thin-Pack, Farscape Starburst Edition 4.3, and the fina...

ADV ACQUIRES NEW SERIES XENOSAGA (Wed 06-20-2007)

The RPG Classic Comes To Anime! HOUSTON, June 20, 2007 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, confirmed today that it has acquired exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North America for Xenosaga, the sci-f...

ADV Films Announces January 11 Release Dates (Wed 01-05-2005)

HOUSTON, January 5, 2005ADV Films, the #1 producer-distributor of anime in the U.S, is pleased to announce a January 11, 2005 street date for three additional titles in their wide assortment of anime hits. BURN UP! When the crime fighting...


ADV Films Acquires New Series INNOCENT VENUS (Fri 04-20-2007)

Post-Apocalyptic Thriller Features Slick Animation, Lightning Mech Action HOUSTON, April 20, 2007 " Today at Anime Boston, the Northeast's largest anime event, ADV Films representative David Williams announced that the company has acquired exclusive No...

ADV Films Makes Announcements at Sakura CON (Wed 04-28-2004)

SAKURA CON, Seattle, April 28, 2004 - ADV Films, the #1 producer-distributor of anime in the U.S., made several major announcements from the Sakura CON show in Seattle on Saturday, April 24, 2004. Acquisitions ADV Films announced two acquisitions. Th...

ADV Announces An April 10 Release for Kurau Phantom Memory (Tue 01-02-2007)

"Engrossing Interplay Between Vastly Different Beings In A Fantastic World The Likes Of Which You've Never Seen." " NewtypeUSA HOUSTON, December 11, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announ...

Manga talks NewType (Fri 11-08-2002)

RE: Recent NewType review of Evangelion: Death and Rebirth and The End of Evangelion Dear Editor; On behalf of GAINAX Studios and Production I.G., I feel compelled to respond to what I feel is a biased and disrespectful review of th...


Connecticon - Overall Convention Report
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-18-2005)

In an effort to hit a few more conventions in 2005 than I did in 2004, I opted to check out the relatively new one down in Connecticut this past weekend. This is their third year I believe and they took advantage of their overall growth to do two things. ...

ADV Acquires Blockbuster New Series Sgt. Frog (Mon 11-20-2006)

Deal Includes Broadcast, Home Video and Merchandising Rights for English-Speaking World HOUSTON, November 20, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, announced today it has acquired exclusive broadcast, home video...

ADV Announces January 23rd Releases (Tue 11-28-2006)

HOUSTON, November 28, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce the release of the final volume of Comic Party Revolution TV. This retelling of the original Comic Party TV series offers an ins...

ADV Films Announces June 5th Releases (Tue 04-03-2007)

HOUSTON, April 2, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you the third volume of Air Gear and the thin-packed Diamond Daydreams Complete Collection. Both of these exciting titles will be avail...


ADV Films Acquires Air (Fri 04-27-2007)

Fan-Favorite TV Series Launches in August, Movie to Follow HOUSTON, April 27, 2007 " Today ADV Films co-founder Matt Greenfield announced that ADV has acquired exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North America for the anime series Air an...

ADV Announces Macross Vol. #6 (Fri 09-08-2006)

ADV ANNOUNCES MORE MACROSS FOR OCTOBER 24 "One of the Most Important Anime Ever" - Anime News Network HOUSTON, September 8, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce an October 24 street da...

ADV Announces November 7th Releases (Thu 09-21-2006)

HOUSTON, September 21, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three exciting titles, including the second installment of Jinki: Extend, and the final volumes of Kaleido Star: New Wings and T...

ADV AND GENEON CALL OFF STRATEGIC ALLIANCE (Fri 09-21-2007)

HOUSTON, September 21, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, today confirmed that it has withdrawn plans to distribute Geneon Entertainment's DVDs, CDs, and other product in North America. "We regret that we c...


ADV ANNOUNCES THREE NEW ACQUISITIONS AT OTAKON (Sun 07-22-2007)

Venus Versus Virus, Moonlight Mile and Jing, King of Bandits: Seventh Heaven OTAKON (Baltimore), July 20, 2007 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, today announced it has acquired the exclusive home video and broa...

ADV Films Announces December 12th Releases (Thu 10-12-2006)

HOUSTON, October 12, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three thin-packed collections. The Full Metal Panic? FUMOFFU, Shinobi, and E's Otherwise collections are all set to hit the stree...

ADV Announces October 31st Releases (Thu 10-05-2006)

HOUSTON, October 5, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce the thin-pack release of the Saiyuki Complete Collection set to hit the streets on October 31! SAIYUKI COMPLETE COLLECTION "If you...

ADV Announces April 10th Releases (Mon 02-12-2007)

HOUSTON, February 12, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you the long-awaited release of the first volume of Kurau Pahntom Memory along with the fifth volume of Papuwa. Both titles are set...


Anime Expo - Friday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)

Nobuhiro Watsuki   Oh dear GOD this line is long. We finally made it inside O_o..... we'd given up hope. So here we are tired (Rei faaar more than me - he was in the AMV line this morning) and hungry and seriously lacking caffeiene. Here's the Q&am...

ADV Announces December 5th Releases (Wed 10-04-2006)

HOUSTON, October 5, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce the release of the wacky and exciting new series Paniponi Dash!, along with the third volume of the insane Papuwa. These hilarious...

ADV Films Announces Release of Martian Successor Nadesico: Essential Anime Collection Vol. 3 (Sat 01-15-2005)

HOUSTON, January 14, 2005 -- ADV Films is pleased to announce the January 25, 2005 DVD release of Martian Successor Nadesico: Essential Anime Collection, Volume 3, the final volume of the fan-centric animation series that is perfect for aficionados of bot...

ADV Films Announces August 8 2006 Releases (Wed 07-12-2006)

HOUSTON, July 12, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce three exciting new titles set to hit the streets on August 8, including the first volume in the new series Papuwa, a new Farscape St...


ADV Announces 11/21 Releases (Tue 09-26-2006)

HOUSTON, September 26, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce two exciting titles hitting the streets on November 21, including the second installment of Comic Party Revolution and the Samura...

ADV Announces March 13th Releases (Mon 01-15-2007)

HOUSTON, January 15, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to bring you two great titles set to arrive on streets on March 13. Keep you eyes open for the second volume of Best Student Council and the ...

ADV Films Acquires Yugo the Negotiator (-)

Anime Takes On Terrorism HOUSTON, April 14, 2005ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, has acquired the rights to Yugo the Negotiator, a critically-acclaimed anime series. ADV will be releasing the home video DV...

ADV Films Announces a Double Dose of Saiyuki (Tue 01-11-2005)

Street Dates Set for Saiyuki: Requiem, The Motion Picture and Saiyuki: Double Barrel Collection Volume One HOUSTON, January 10, 2005ADV Films is proud to announce that the hottest demon hunters in anime are back where they belong, fighting the ev...


Bandai & Manga to Release Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Volume 4 (Mon 01-03-2005)

Chicago, IL- Manga Entertainment and Bandai Entertainment are proud to release the fourth volume of "Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex" in both Standard and Limited Editions versions on January 25th, 2005. The DVDs contain four exciting half-hour ep...

Manga Entertainment @ Anime Central (Sun 05-07-2006)

A more full report will be forthcoming later, but some of the initial word from Anime Central about Manga Entertainment is interesting as heard by our convention reporter Justin Richardson:Ghost in the Shell: Standalone Complex (first season) boxset will ...

ADV Films Announces Release of Moeyo Ken: A Clash From the Past (Wed 01-05-2005)

HOUSTON, January 5, 2005— The blazing samurai babes of the Mobile Shinsengumi prepare to do battle on January 11, 2005 with release of the action/adventure story Moeyo Ken: A Clash From the Past. Created by Ouji Hiroi (Sakura Wars) and featuring ch...

ADV Films Announces Release for Volume One of Princess Tutu: Marchen (Wed 01-12-2005)

Where every nightmare is only one dream away…. HOUSTON, January 12, 2005ADV Films invites you to experience a unique kind of fairy tale with the January 25, 2005 release for the first volume of the magical and mysterious series Princess Tut...


ADV Films Announces February 8 Release of Gantz: Game of Death, Volume One (Fri 01-07-2005)

HOUSTON, January 7, 2005 – The game of death begins February 8, 2005 as the shocking thriller too hot for Japanese television makes it way to America with the volume one DVD release of the uncut and unedited Gantz. Gantz is a mega-violent mind ben...

ADV Films Announces Acquisition of the Place Promised In Our Early Days (-)

2004’s “Best Animated Film” In Theaters May, On DVD This Summer HOUSTON, May 4, 2005ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is proud to announce the acquisition of The Place Promised in Our Ea...

Anime Central - ADV Films
by Marc Lunden (Fri 05-18-2007)

The panel was led by Matt Greenfield. Tiffany Grant and Chris Ayers were also present, though not as panelists. A DVD with a mysterious menu listing the numbers 1 through 6 was used to present the titles. First was a trailer for Innocent Venus, followed...

NYCC 2006: Interview with Dallas Middaugh
by Ed Chavez (Mon 03-06-2006)

Ed Chavez: Well, thanks for joining me today, Dallas. I have to say, at least for Anime on DVD and for my own podcast, Mangacast, it’s just been the general consensus that, over the past year, Del Rey has basically been the best publisher for, rea...


2005 In Review: CPM Press (Sun 12-18-2005)

Ed\'s done up another report card style entry for another manga publisher for 2005 with a look at CPM Press.

Otakon - Complete Report
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-31-2002)

This years Otakon marks the fourth time I\'ve gone to one. And after the problems of last year, I definitely wasn\'t sure if it would be my last or not, dependent on how the problems played out this year. Thankfully, the majority of the problems seemed to...

2005 In Review: Dark Horse (Tue 01-03-2006)

Ed\'s definitely been keeping busy lately and today he\'s also got another manga studio report card in, this time for Dark Horse.

Anime Weekend Atlanta - ADV Panel
by Erin Kincaid (Sat 10-01-2005)

Hosts: David Williams, Mariela Ortiz, Lauren Goodnight, Jessica Williams The panel started out with host introductions and an explanation of the ADVocates program for anime clubs. Then David, the primary host, opened the floor to questions. The following ...


ADV Films Announces New Acquisitions (Fri 02-27-2004)

At the \"Weekend with Tomino\" event at the University of Houston today, a mini-con sprung up around it (Kamikaze Con\'s first year is actually 2005) and some new announcements were made from ADV Films. New titles acquired at Get Backers, Mezzo TV and Hel...

Anime Expo - Thursday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)

Opening Ceremonies The cell phone rings....I glance at the clock and see its 8:30, who dares disturb my slumber. Its wolve, he\'s arrived at the convention and decided to wake me up. I know who I\'m gonna lock today. After getting prepped for the...

A-Kon - Full Report
by Andrew Tei (Tue 06-04-2002)

By Mariela Ortiz Maybe it’s a sign you’ve been to too many cons, when each con you go to you seem to be doing less and less “con” things. Or maybe I was just feeling sick. Because while A-kon was enjoyable, I was truly s...

Otakon - Full Report
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-10-2001)

By Mariela Ortiz The theme of this con "We have so much COOL stuff and we WANT to tell you about it but we CAN\'T" <sigh> So many hints. ADV panel Matt & David presided over this one, mentioning that ADV was quickly...


Otakon - Full Report/Travelogue
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-31-2002)

This years Otakon marks the fourth time I\'ve gone to one. And after the problems of last year, I definitely wasn\'t sure if it would be my last or not, dependent on how the problems played out this year. Thankfully, the majority of the problems ...

Being a Brief Discussion with George Manley
by Way Jeng (Fri 08-12-2005)

Interviewer: Way Jeng Recorded: Kamikazecon '05 From Gravion Zwei to Hello Kitty's Animation Theater, George Manley has provided voices for many fan favorites over the years. He's also the voice of Lord Kozan in the upcoming Samurai Gun, due for released...

Excel Saga Vol. #1
by paul (Sat 06-08-2002)

The Review!Excel Saga has been perhaps the single-most controversial and eagerly-anticipated title on the Anime on DVD forums since the original announcement of its licensing. Fan demands got so bad that representatives of ADV threatened to delay the dis...

06/08/2004 Edition
by da Original S Man (Tue 06-08-2004)

Forum Buzz By da Original S Man 6/9/04 Edition From the desk of da Original S Man: Yes, yes.. I know. You're in shock. Gonna be a long week at this rate. Important News System Update: 4 Line .sig limit Simple reminder. No more than 4 lines to...


Anime Boston - All Reports
by Andrew Tei (Fri 04-18-2003)

Opening Ceremonies Hosted by: Adam Ferraro The opening ceremonies for Anime Boston took place in a grand theatre room. Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling and an upper level let some special guest sit from above and watch the people who were seate...

Otakon - Saturday Report
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 08-05-2000)

Saturday\'s the big day for panels at Otakon, and this Saturday was no exception. Unlike yesterdays multi-hour stint in the dealers line, today we spent time from 9 AM to 6 PM in one panel room, with a short break in the one next door from noon t...

Anime Expo - TOKYOPOP Panel REport
by Andrew Tei (Sat 07-02-2005)

The TOKYOPOP panel was hosted by Louis Reyes and Lilian, both editors. They started off listing their current hot manga: Beck and Sakura Taisen. Then came a list of upcoming titles they wanted to mention like Blame!, Saiyuki Reload, Girls Bravo, Kamich...

Anime Boston announces Guests of Honor Daisuke Moriyama, Scott McNeil, Monica Rial, and Brianne Siddal (-)

BOSTON, Mass. - March 7, 2005 - The New England Anime Society is proud to announce that the creator of Chrno Crusade, Daisuke Moriyama, as well as voice actors Scott McNeil, Monica Rial, and Brianne Siddal will be Guests of Honor at Anime Boston 2005 from...


Anime Expo - CLAMP Panel Report
by Sakura Eries (Sun 07-02-2006)

On July 2nd, 2006 CLAMP made an appearance at Anime Expo in Anaheim as part of their first tour of the United States. CLAMP, the four person team consisting of Igarashi Satsuki, Mokona (who looked very cute in her flowery kimono), Nekoi Tsubaki, and Ohka...

Comicscape - July 27, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 07-27-2005)

I love Wednesdays. Every single week, I feel childlike anticipation as I watch the clock at work until lunch. At 12:30, I drive to More Fun Comics on Oak Street like a kid running downstairs on Christmas morning. Then, I see the total at the register and ...

Anime Next 2003 Convention Report
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-13-2003)

Usually our convention year is limited to one convention down in Baltimore. This year, due to a new local one in our area, we bumped up to two. And then due to some events in the region, we ended up with three. Anime Next, normally in New Jersey, shifted...

Comic-Con International: San D - Bandai Report
by Andrew Tei (Sat 07-24-2004)

Bandai\'s panel was led by Jerry Chu, marketing mangaer, and Robert Napton, who Jerry didn\'t introduce. Jerry started off with a trailer reel featuring Dear Boys, OVerman King Gainer, Digi Charat Nyo, PLease Twins, Dan Doh, Scrapped Princess. The big ...


Comicscape - November 30, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 11-30-2005)

Two weeks ago, DC launched ALL-STAR SUPERMAN the second of the imprint some fans call the publisher's answer to Marvel's Ultimate line. Though not conceptually identical, the two imprints share a similar spirit born of both publishers' desire to attract ...

VIZ Launches New SHONEN JUMP Imprint (Tue 12-21-2004)

New imprint to offer cutting-edge manga titles San Francisco, CA, December 15, 2004 – VIZ, LLC, one of the leading publishers and distributors of manga and anime for North American audiences, has announced the launch of SHONEN JUMP ADVANCED, a new...

Tactics Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 06-07-2006)

What They SayKantaro Ichinomiya studies folklore, and he takes his knowledge of ghouls and goblins to the streets of Japan, in hopes of bringing the worlds of beasts and humans together. This is no smooth transition, but with the help of the powerful demo...

Tsubasa Character Guide Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Fri 02-16-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:CLAMPTranslated by:William FlanaganAdapted by:What They SayAll is revealed in this look behind the scenes Tsubasa: RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE! This book includes details on the characters, worlds, and mysteries of Tsubasa spanning th...


Le Chevalier D ™Eon Wins Best DVD In February At AnimeOnDVD.Com (Fri 06-08-2007)

HOUSTON, June 8, 2007 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce that the first volume of Le Chevalier D'Eon has been awarded the "Best DVD Release of February 2007" on AnimeOnDVD.com, one of the to...

Anime Central - All Reports
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-16-2003)

Please Note from the author, Jon Niehof: All of these will be fleshed out more after the con (most likely after I move). Pictures will be added at that point. Friday Opening Ceremonies (11-12) Carl Horn emceed, introducing the guests and then the con chai...

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex '2nd Gig' Premiere at Tokyo International Anime Fair in Hollywood on February 7th, 2005 (Fri 01-07-2005)

BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT AND MANGA TO PREMIERE 'GHOST IN THE SHELL: STAND ALONE COMPLEX – 2nd GIG’ AT THE TOKYO INTERNATIONAL ANIME FAIR IN HOLLYWOOD ON FEBRUARY 7th, 2005 SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE PRODUCTION I.G. PRESIDENT, MITSUHISA ISHIKAWA (GH...

Paradise Kiss Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-18-2006)

What They SayYukari, a beautiful high school student, is studying for her college entrance exam. Her entire life is based on the education formula, which means the most important objectives are to get good test scores and get into a good college. As a res...


NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES CONTESTS (Fri 08-24-2007)

Creative Games and Competitive Play are Key Aspects of Fan Experience Norwalk, CT, August 24, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today revealed details regarding a series of high-profile contests it will stage to invite participation by the many ...

Comic-Con International - Overview
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-19-2001)

By Peter Svensson ADV\'s big report never manifested, the ADV staff seemed to be in a meeting that spanned several days. And Tokyopop posted their report to this board, so you know what happened. And thanks to Comic-con.com having omitted...

Viz Media to Launch Shonen Jump Home Video Line (Thu 10-13-2005)

NARUTO and HIKARU NO GO Coming to Home Video! San Francisco, CA, October 12, 2005– VIZ Media, LLC. (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive manga and animation licensing and publishing companies, announced ...

Viz-in Vol. 12 No. 8 (Tue 08-01-2000)

viz-in vol. 12, no. 8 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING NOVEMBER `00 featuring... DER MOND: THE ART OF YOSHIYUKI SADAMOTO color, softcover, 13"x10" 120 pages $29.95 USA/$46.50 CAN SHIPS 11/10 FROM NADIA TO EVANGELION Stylish...


Area 88 OVA Series
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-18-2006)

What They SayA classic tale of love, war and tragedy comes to life in the original fast-paced, emotionally charged thrill ride, Area 88. In a cruel twist of fate, talented young pilot Shin Kazama is tricked into serving as a mercenary for Area 88: a hell...

Rebirth Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Mon 11-06-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kang-Woo LeeTranslated by:Lauren NaAdapted by:Taliesen JaffeWhat They SayThree hundred years ago the Dark Magician Deshwitat Lived Rudbich, a vampire, was sealed in limbo by the Light Magician Kalutika. Resurrected in the pres...

Random Tracks 03
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-11-2002)

Random Tracks is a column/editorial and email answering piece that sort of lets me just hit various subjects and just go with it. We've had columns similar to this in the past, but they were mostly done by other people. I figured it's finally time to get ...

Magic Girl Mayhem
by Janet Houck (Thu 12-28-2006)

I’m closing off 2006 with a tribute to the anime genre that has been for many their first experience: magical girls (maho shoujo) who transform, use magical powers, and fight evil to save the world. And sometimes, they have an animal sidekick as...


Cromartie High School: The Movie (Live Action)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-31-2006)

What They SayTakashi Kamiyama, normal high school student - completely normal, really - makes the not normal (unnormal?) decision to attend Cromartie High. It\'s known for having more violent thugs, prehensile mohawks, alien landings, and enrolled gorilla...

Release Date Set for BeastMaster Season 3, Plus New Low SRP for Series (Sun 10-05-2003)

THIRD SEASON OF POPULAR FANTASY/ADVENTURE SERIES AVAILABLE ON DVD NOVEMBER 18, 2003 HOUSTON, October 3, 2003-ADV Films today announced a November 18, 2003 date for the DVD release of BeastMaster-Season Three: The Complete Collection. The final ADV Films...

Tactics Vol. #1
by Dani Moure (Mon 04-16-2007)

What They SayTactics is the story of Ichinomiya Kantarou, a folk lorist with the special ability to communicate with youkai (goblins and assorted demons!). However, not only does he possess the ability to see them, he also befriends them! Haruka is his co...

Seven of Seven Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 06-19-2004)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist: Imagawa Yasuhiro/Kunihiro Azusa (Yoshizaki Mine/GENCO©)Translated by:Yoshimi SheridanAdapted by:What They SayOur Favorite Seven Babes Are Back! Our favorite seven babes are back! This time, the Nanas are playing hardball agai...


Major Anime Premieres and Screenings at New York Anime Festival (Fri 11-02-2007)

Exclusive Premieres of Adventures in Voice Acting and One Piece; As Previously Announced, CATBLUE Dynamite also Featured Norwalk, CT, November 2, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced it will feature a selection of highly-antic...

Ghost Sweeper Mikami DVD-BOX (Fri 03-11-2005)

What They SayThe Review!The popular 1994 comedy TV series has finally been remastered and released on DVD, and fans of the anime (and worshippers of Tsuru Hiromi and Kouda Mariko) Ghost Sweeper Mikami has never been better. Audio: We are presented with ...

AnimeOnDVD.com Five Year Commentary
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 03-02-2003)

What a weird and fun ride this has been. Tomorrow, March 3rd, is the 5th anniversary of the start of the site. Our first full real news posting was just a few days later on March 5th, 1998 where we mentioned some new Image titles coming out. Our next p...

Comic Party Revolution Box Set (Thinpak)
by Paul Gaudette (Fri 05-16-2008)

What They SayA man-made island is located on the edge of Tokyo, well off the beaten path. And now, the time is drawing near when this island of cold concrete will be set afire with passion. People will gather here to draw manga, search for manga, and ge...


The Biggest Anime/Game Cross-Promotion in UK Retailer History! (Thu 09-14-2006)

THE ANIME - THE GAME - THE CONSOLE - THE CROSSOVER - FOR XMAS 06! LOAD UP SAMURAI GUN & SNEEK A PEAK AT RED STEEL! THE ONLY WAY TO SEE UBISOFT'S HOT NEW GAME FOR THE NINTENDO Wii BEFORE RELEASE, FROM 16th OCTOBER 2006 LONDON, UK, 14th September 2006...

BANDAI VISUAL USA TO SCREEN FIRST HIGH-DEFINITION ANIME TITLE TO BE RELEASED ON HD DVD / DVD TWIN FORMAT IN NORTH AMERICA AT ANIME EXPO® 2007 (Fri 06-22-2007)

"FREEDOM" to be screened throughout Expo in special high-definition theatre using latest, state-of-the-art equipment TORRANCE, Calif., June 22, 2007 - Bandai Visual USA Inc., a leading innovator in Japanese animation, today announced it will be continuo...

Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-01-2007)

What They SayThe Relic has been destroyed and Sho is presumed dead. Apparently, the world now belongs to Chronos. A year has passed, and with both Guyvers missing in action, Chronos’ grip on society grows tighter. Fugitives Tetsuro and Miz...

Anime Expo - Final Thoughts
by Andrew Tei (Thu 07-05-2001)

By Andrew Tei Ah, Anime Expo, the mother load of all cons. No US con has as much industry presence, which I know a lot of people don’t like, a large number of Japanese guests, and lots of film showings. For me, AX is all about the guests a...


Book Buzz: The Top Gift Book Picks for the Holidays!
by Tim Janson (Tue 11-18-2008)

  Welcome back to the Book Buzz after a two week hiatus for “re-tooling”. So what’s the deal? Well, there will be a few changes in the content of the column to hopefully make it more appealing to book fans. Rather th...

Comic Party Revolution Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 09-21-2006)

What They SayA man-made island sits on the edge of Tokyo, well off the beaten path. The time is drawing near when this island of cold concrete will be set afire with passion. People will gather to draw manga, search for manga, and get passionate about man...

Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-20-2006)

What They SayLurking under the facade of everyday life lies a dark world of pain and destruction. The world is controlled by a sinister brotherhood that hides their fangs behind masks of humanity. They are the Chronos Corporation. While investigating a ...

Comic-Con International: San D - Quick Bandai news...
by Andrew Tei (Sat 07-24-2004)

Bandai just announced their manga division. First release March 2005. A more complete report will following after the panel.


Bandai Visual USA To Host Panel On Galaxy Angel Rune With Special Guests; Adds Guests For Freedom Panel at Anime Expo 2007 (Fri 06-08-2007)

"GALAXY ANGEL RUNE" voice actress Yuuna Inamura, "FREEDOM" series planner Dai Sato and director Shuhei Morita all to appear in-person TORRANCE, Calif., June 8, 2007 " Bandai Visual USA Inc., a leading innovator in Japanese animation, today announced fu...

He is My Master Vol. #1 (Thu 06-16-2005)

What They SayIzumi Sawatari and her little sister Mitsuki decide to run away from home. They look for part-time jobs, but no one is willing to hire them, until they happen upon a job posting for a live-in housekeeper. The master of the house is Yoshitaka ...

Whistle! Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 05-07-2005)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Higuchi DaisukeTranslated by:Naomi KokuboAdapted by:What They SayON YOUR MARKS Sho Kazamatsuri and his pals finally hit the magic number 11 and that means they're ready for high-kicking, goal-to-goal soccer action. Unfortunat...

Bandai Entertainment to Release Scrapped Princess (-)

March 11, 2005 (Cypress, CA) – Bandai Entertainment announced today the release Scrapped Princess, a new fantasy adventure series from famed animation studio, BONES studios (Cowboy Bebop the Movie, Wolf’s Rain, Full Metal Alchemist). The first...


NEW YORK ANIME FESTIVAL WELCOMES KOBUN SHIZUNO AND AIMEE MAJOR STEINBERGER (Wed 08-01-2007)

NYAF ANNOUNCES EVANGELION CO-DIRECTOR SHIZUNO AND AMERICAN ANIMATION DYNAMO STEINBERGER AS GUESTS OF HONOR Norwalk, CT, July 31, 2007: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced that Kobun Shizuno and Aimee Major Steinberger will appear as Gues...

Anime Expo New York - Andrew\'s Travelogue
by Andrew Tei (Sat 08-31-2002)

Thursday The alarm rings. 5:15 AM. I question my sanity and can’t come up with anything positive. I have a 6:30 AM flight to get to though, as I head off for the Big Apple Anime Fest (BAAF) and Anime Expo New York (AXNY)! The dub of the B...

Train Man: Densha Otoko
by Sakura Eries (Thu 03-22-2007)

What They SayComputer engineer Otaku is an average young man, dressed in unstylish clothes and dorky glasses. But as luck would have it, he encounters a pretty young woman on a commuter train and saves her from a lecherous molester, falling in love with h...

Random Tracks 06
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-03-2004)

Random Tracks is a column/editorial and email answering piece that sort of lets me just hit various subjects and just go with it. We've had columns similar to this in the past, but they were mostly done by other people. I figured it's finally time to get ...