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Voice of Gojira: Remembering Akira Ifukube
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 02-16-2006)
THE FILM MUSIC OF AKIRA IFUKUBE Akira Ifukube has maintained a notably symphonic style in his prolific array of film scores, utilizing traditional Japanese styles and voicings for many of his adventure and dramatic films, while embodying his music for sci... The Voice of Godzilla: The Movie Music of Akira Ifukube
by Randall D. Larson (Sat 09-30-2000)
...composer, Akira Ifukube. The omnipresent music—the sprightly, rhythmic cadence of the martial music that accompanied the impotent army in their attempts to confront and destroy the monster; the savage, cavernous percussivity of Godzilla’s music; and t... Godzilla Composer Akira Ifukube Dies
by Randall Larson (Mon 02-13-2006)
Akira Ifukube, the music composer best known for writing many of the scores of the original GODZILLA movies, died in a Tokyo hospital on Wednesday. He was 91. Ifukube, who gained a wide following through his symphonic, ethnic, works was born in Kushiro, H... 
"Mothra vs. Godzilla"
by Brian Thomas (Sun 12-03-2006)
...ny shots. Akira Ifukube adds one of his best scores, combining his themes for Godzilla and Mothra from previous films and playing the cues against each other. Aside from the quality of the film itself, one reason this particular film i... Gabriel’s Trumpet
by Randall Larson (Thu 03-01-2007)
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Akira Ifukube Collection
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The first anniversary of Japanese composer Akira Ifukube, on March 4, 2007, will be honored by a special concert as well as the release of a special “Best of” 2-CD set, available exclusiv... Best Soundtracks of 2004 Part 2
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 01-13-2005)
...GODZILLA (Akira Ifukube; La-La Land Records LLLCD 1022).Say what you will about the long-lasted Japanese monster movie series, the original 1954 GODZILLA (GOJIRA) is simply one of the finest horror scores ever written. While there have been plenty of t... The Best Monster Movie Music of the Millennium, Part 1
by Randall Larson (Sat 04-15-2000)
...ONSTERS), Akira Ifukube created a distinctive score, constructed of a semblance of bizarrely orchestrated and deep-toned reverberations linked with a trio of associated motifs. Ifukube’s rousing battle music rallies behind the machinations of the huma... Godzilla Raids Again
by Brian Thomas (Wed 11-15-2006)
... composer Akira Ifukube. It may have been just as well, as the two maestros would likely have been discouraged by the project’s lack of time and money. The special effects in Gojira no Gyakushu (“Godzilla’s Counterattack”) al... King Kong versus Godzilla on CD
by Randall Larson (Thu 02-02-2006)
For the first time ever on CD in North America, La-La Land records presents the original motion picture soundtrack to the classic 1962 Toho Studios monster thriller KING KONG VS. GODZILLA. Legendary composer Akira Ifukube (GOJIRA/GODZILLA) fashions a spel... GODZILLA X MEGAGUIRUS at the Tokyo International Film Festival
by By Norman England (Thu 11-09-2000)
... composer Akira Ifukube, the music set to the monster battles is strong, stirring, and completely satisfying.Marking his second go as SFX supervisor is Kenji Suzuki. In G-2000 he displayed an uneven talent by giving the audience both brilliant and not ... Remembering Bernstein
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 08-26-2004)
...R (all by Akira Ifukube, except GIGANTIS, scored by Masaru Sato), with a bonus CD reissuing a Toho GODZILLA lp soundtrack. Sony Classical has released Tan Dun’s evocative score for HERO, Zhang Yimou’s new historical epic, starring Jet Li, Donnie Yen, T... GODZILLA 2000: Return of the King - Film Review
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 08-17-2000)
...themes by Akira Ifukube from previous Godzilla films. Thus, instead of Americanizing the soundtrack, the additions make G-2000 sound even more like a traditional Godzilla film. (The Japanese version of Godzilla 2000: Millennium contains only one brief ... Freddy Vs. Jason Vs. The Creeper
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 10-02-2003)
... composer Akira Ifukube. Then comes three REBIRTH OF MOTHRA CDs with original music composed by Toshiyuki Watanabe. Finally, the label releases SPRIGGAN, the 1998 anime film with music by Kuniaki Haishima.SCORING ASSIGNMENTS OF NOTEDavid Arnold will sc... The Chubbchubbs are Coming!!! And They Won an Oscar!
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 04-03-2003)
...scores by Akira Ifukube in the '60s).Word has [IMG9L]it that Mychael Danna has been dropped from Ang Lee's THE HULK due to "creative differences." Danny Elfman has been signed to the project in his place, despite having vowed to take a year or more off... Note for Note -- The Scoop on July's Movie Music
by Randall D. Larson (Sat 06-30-2001)
... theme by Akira Ifukube, as well as original sound effects from the film.GNP Crescendo is also set to release music from Roger Corman’s sexy female Batman takeoff, BLACK SCORPION. The CD includes Kevin (WING COMMANDER) Kiner’s score for the movie and ... Monstrous Movie Music is back
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 02-02-2006)
... composer Akira Ifukube (GOJIRA/GODZILLA) fashions a spellbinding orchestral score to chronicle this one-of-a-kind battle between two of filmdom's most beloved creatures. Remastered from Toho Studio vault sources, with bonus tracks and featuring exclus... High Adventure Music
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 12-23-2004)
...RO (1965, Akira Ifukube), GODZILLA VS. THE SEA MONSTER (1966, Masaru Sato), SON OF GODZILLA (1967, Masaru Sato), DESTROY ALL MONSTERS (1968, Akira Ifukube), and GODZILLA'S REVENGE (1970, Kunio Miyauchi). A 6th CD contains a reissue of Toho’s out-of-pri... GOJIRA (a.k.a. GODZILLA, 1954)
by Aaron Smith (Thu 06-07-2001)
... composer Akira Ifukube, whose Godzilla theme is instantly recognized by legions of fans the world over. At the heart of the film is a tragic love triangle played by some of Japan’s finest actors of the time: the doomed Dr. Serizawa (Akihiko Hirata) a... GOJIRA
by Brian Thomas (Thu 09-07-2006)
... composer Akira Ifukube, who lent his distinctive and expressive music to many of Toho's classics, as well as the Zatoichi the Blind Swordsman series. The first act follows the plot of BEAST somewhat closely with one important shade of difference. The... Akira: Special Edition (& Limited Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-17-2002)
What They SayFinally! A new English translation of the original Japanese AKIRA script!
Neo-Tokyo has risen from the ashes of World War III to become a dark and dangerous megalopolis infested with gangs and terrorists. The government seethes with corrupt... Euroshock Scores Anew
by Randall Larson (Thu 03-31-2005)
...IGAN 1972 Akira Ifukube 3. GODZILLA VS. MEGALON 1973 Riichiro Manabe 4. GODZILLA VS. THE COSMIC MONSTER (aka Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla) 1974 Masaru Sato 5. TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA 1975 Akira Ifukube 6. BONUS CD: Godzilla 3 (Toho Record) and the songs ... More Original Godzilla Music On The Way
by Randall Larson (Wed 09-27-2006)
... music by Akira Ifukube), GODZILLA VS. BIOLLANTE (1989; music by Koichi Sugiyama; 2 discs), GODZILLA VS. MOTHRA (music by Akira Ifukube, 2 discs), plus three bonus CDs containing a compilation of random music cues entitled "KING OF MONSTER: GODZILLA" (... Premiere recording of FRANKENSTEIN UNBOUND on Silva 's latest CD
by Randall D. Larson (Fri 09-15-2006)
...n Howard, Akira Ifukube, Debbie Wiseman and others, performed by the City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra, augmented by the Crouch End Festival Chorus. This release also includes the world-Premiere recordings of Br... Akira: Special Edition (& Limited Edition)
by Roman Martel (Wed 02-06-2002)
The Review!Overall Rating: 4.7
(on a scale of 1-5)
-Technical Ratings-
Sound: 5
Picture: 5
Menu: 5
Presentation: 5
Goodies: 5
Overall: 5
-Content Ratings-
Animation: 5
Sound: 5
Plot: 3
English Acting: 4
Music: 5
Entertainment: 4
Overall: 4.3
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H... A River Roars Through It
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 10-27-2005)
... composer Akira Ifukube, who is also a noted Japanese classical composer, is the subject of Naxos Records' recording of Sinfonia Tapkaara (8.557587) an orchestral work composed by Ifukube in 1954 (the same year, incidentally, during which he GOJIRA, a.... Akira: Special Edition (Sat 12-29-2001)
What They SayThe Masterpiece Returns In 1988, the landmark Anime film AKIRA, by director Katsuhiro Otomo, defined the cutting edge of Anime around the world. By today’s standards, AKIRA remains a landmark achievement in cel animation and retains th...Pioneer Restores Akira (Mon 01-29-2001)
PIONEER ENTERTAINMENT RESTORES THE LANDMARK ANIME FEATURE FILM AKIRA Million Dollar Restoration Includes New Film Interpositive, HD-5 High-Definition Mastering With Digital Restoration, THX Certification, Re-Mixed Dolby Digital AC3 Surround Sound And Bra...Camera Camera Camera Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Tue 02-19-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kazura MatsumotoTranslated by:Digital Manga PublishingAdapted by:Digital Manga PublishingWhat They SayAkira Togawa is a normal teenager: he goes to an average high school, he plays video games, he’s in love with his step... Akira: Special Edition (& Limited Edition)
by Alex Bornstein (Wed 02-06-2002)
The Review!Every so often, a movie comes along that totally envelops a person. It takes you on a journey through worlds and places never thought possible. After it all ends, you just sit there and go "Aw man! No way its over!".
Akira has this power and... Anime on DVD Recommends: Akira (-)
Akira... by itself a small word, but this small word has left an indelible mark on the world of manga and anime. Akira first appeared on 6 December 1982 in Young Magazine. The story was written by Otomo Katsuhiro and revolved around the aftermath o...Akira Special Edition (Fri 06-21-2002)
What They SayThe Review!This review is for the JAPANESE region 2 release of Akira NOT the European release. I bought the Japanese release after hearing Manga Entertainment were releasing the R1 special edition in the UK in March 2002. Onto the review Au...Countdown Akira
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 03-18-2007)
What They SayWho needs a reason for sex? Akira\'s handsome enough to get any girl he wants, at any time. The endless parade of women might be enough for anyone else, but Akira's passion is only truly ignited by one person: a beautiful, internationally ren... Akira (Regular edition) (Tue 07-24-2001)
What They SayFinally! A new English translation of the original Japanese AKIRA script! Neo-Tokyo has risen from the ashes of World War III to become a dark and dangerous megalopolis infested with gangs and terrorists. The government seethes with corrupt...Countdown: Akira Saga
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 08-16-2003)
What They SayWhile Akira can have sex with any number of beautiful girls, he saves his love for only one: a beautiful, internationally-renowned model, who just happens to be his stepsister.
It matters little whether he\'s trysting with the dark-haired Y... Back to the Future
by Oliver Chin (-)
Reprinted with permission by the author
Now that anime has a firm foothold in America, we can revisit the groundbreaking manga that created the first modern generation of American fans. This entertainment has come full circle with Dark Horse's impressive... Gacha Gacha: The Next Revolution Vol.#04
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 10-31-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiroyuki Tamakoshi Translated by:David UryAdapted by:David UryWhat They SayAkira-kun longs to make the traditional New Year\'s shrine visit with lovely Yurika. But before Akira can make his move, his dreaded archrival Tsubasa ... Your and My Secret Vol.#01
by Megan Lavey (Mon 07-26-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ai MorinagaTranslated by:Kay BertrandAdapted by:What They SayHigh schooler Nanako Momoi may be petite and adorable, but she is far from sweet - she is obnoxious, violent and has the table manners of a wild boar. Akira Uehara, ... Our Kingdom Vol.#02
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 08-02-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Naduki KoujimaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayCountry boy Akira is finally getting used to life at the Takatou mansion, where he is one of two candidates to be heir to the vast Takatou fortune. The other cand... Akira Symphonic Suite
by Lauren Goodnight (Tue 08-02-2005)
What They SayThere\'s no arguing that AKIRA is one of the top anime theatrical features of all time, with a uniquely unorthodox soundtrack that retains its futuristic, yet modern-day appeal, becoming an integral part of this groundbreaking film.
From th... Our Kingdom Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Mon 05-08-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Naduki KoujimaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayShy Akira grew up in the country knowing little about the drama and fast-pace of city life. But when family circumstances force him to move to an incredible guar... Gacha Gacha: The Next Revolution Vol.#03
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 10-31-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiroyuki Tamakoshi Translated by:David UryAdapted by:David UryWhat They SaySummer is finally here, and it\'s Akira Hatsushiba\'s favorite time of year: the season when girls wear less and less. Akira is spending another day ch... Gacha Gacha: The Next Revolution Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Fri 02-02-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiroyuki TamakoshiTranslated by:David UryAdapted by:David UryWhat They SayJUST ONE OF THE GIRLS
A whole new Gacha Gacha story line begins! Akira Hatsushiba is just your typical, average high school kid . . . until a glitch i... Akira: DTS Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 12-08-2002)
What They SayNeo-Tokyo has risen from the ashes of World War III to become a dark and dangerous megalopolis infested with gangs and terrorists. The government seethes with corruption and only maintains a token control over the powerful military that prev... Akira
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
What They SayWith sales of the newly re-mastered VHS / DVD release of Akira now reaching into the hundreds of thousands, this CD is a sure fired best-seller! Akira Symphonic Suite, by Geinoh Yamashirogumi contains 10 great tracks (over 70 minutes) of musi... Akira: Special Edition (& Limited Edition)
by Jason Hicks (Wed 02-06-2002)
The Review!I first started watching anime about the time that Akira came out. I loved everything about it, and was itching to find more, but much to my dismay, hardly anything even comes close. When you want the gritty, visceral emotion that Akira provide... Gacha Gacha: The Next Revolution Vol.#02
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 05-09-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiroyuki Tamakoshi Translated by:David UryAdapted by:David UryWhat They SayEvery time Akira Hatsushiba sneezes, he transforms into Akira-chan, a sexy female version of himself. Androgyny may not be easy, but at least it helps ... I Dream of Mimi (Remaster)
by Luis Cruz (Thu 04-29-2004)
What They SayWith character designs by Yuriko Chiba (STEEL ANGEL KURUMI) and scripts from Kaoru Shintani (AREA 88), I Dream of Mimi is a cybernetic love story like no other!
For three long years, Akira has been saving to buy his very own computer. So whe... Making Music for Godzilla : Masaru Sato
by Stuart Galbraith IV (Sat 07-15-2000)
...lodies of Akira Ifukube. When I returned to Japan in December 1999 for another research trip, this time a joint biography of Akira Kurosawa and Toshiro Mifune, I was on the phone with Kurosawa’s longtime art director, Yoshiro Muraki, when he told me ... AKIRA
by Tony Whitt (Sat 11-24-2001)
Childhood friends Kaneda and Tetsuo are a couple of guys from the wrong side of the tracks who spend their days in vocational school and their nights in a motorcycle gang. They live in Neo-Tokyo, a city rebuilt after Tokyo was destroyed in a catastrophe i... Akira
by Coming Attractions (Thu 10-10-2002)
Genre:Science Fiction/Action/Comic Book Adaptation.Studio:Warner Bros.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Script Stage.Who's In It:Unknown.Who's Making It:Stephen Norrington (Director); James Robinson, Stephen Norrington (Screenwriters); Jon Peters (... Amerika vs. Godzilla
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 08-19-2004)
... Records. Akira Ifukube’s wonderful, original GODZILLA (LLLCD 1022) score exemplifies the Japanese national spirit in perhaps the same way that the AMERIKA epitomized much of the American spirit. In the first of what would become a long-running series ... Akira (Regular edition)
by Homan Mohseni (-)
The Review!Introduction
Akira is a title that is well known through out anime fans. Some love it while some really despise it. I have to tell you the truth the first time I watched the movie (which was on vhs) I didn't like it. Then for some strange reaso... Live Action Akira & More Cosplay
by Nadia Oxford, Columnist (Thu 02-21-2008)
Making headlines in recent anime-related news is reports of a live-action version of Akira is coming to theatres courtesy of Warner Brothers and Leonardo DiCaprio. The studio is looking at making it a two-parter, thus hopefully remaining closer to the man... Our Kingdom Vol.#03
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 10-18-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Naduki KoujimaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayViva high school life! Akira might not be able to ward off beautiful Rei\'s advances much longer, and on top of everything else, classmates Tamaki and Hiyori as w... Hikaru no Go Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 11-01-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hotta Yumi/Obata TakeshiTranslated by:Andy NakataniAdapted by:What They SaySTART
Sai's games on the Internet have Go players around the world guessing his true identity. Among them is Hikaru's rival, Akira, who suspects that H... Gacha Gacha: The Next Revolution Vol.#06
by Matthew Alexander (Thu 06-05-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiroyuki TamakoshiTranslated by:David UryAdapted by:David UryWhat They SayIt\'s summer vacation, and Akira\'s rich friend is taking the whole gang to a beautiful island. What could be better than spending time with Yurika in a... Pink iPod of Doom: Samurai Deeper Kyo: Capriccio, Wolf's Rain, Evanglion III, Technolyze: Music Only Music But Music, Akira Symphonic
by Lauren Goodnight (Tue 08-02-2005)
The Pink iPod of DOOM was feeling artistic this week! Some classics, some total misses, and a few real hits, straight out of the park. The iPod commands you to read on...
The fourth and final part of "Lauren and the DOOMPod clean up the review pile" co... Buttobi CPU/I Dream of Mimi
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayAkira?s a normal guy ... well, normal if you ignore the fact he sometimes forgets there?s a world outside of cyberspace and doesn?t always notice that boys and girls really are different.
But his life takes a rather dramatic turn one day wh... AKIRA live-action in works
by Mike Whybark (Thu 10-10-2002)
VARIETY is reporting that Warner Brothers Pictures is set to shoot a live action remake of the anime blockbuster AKIRA. Stephen Norrington and James Robinson, both fresh from THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN, are currently developing the project.Kats... Warner Bros. to remake AKIRA
by Christopher Allan Smith (Fri 04-12-2002)
Warner Bros. has made a move that will make a lot of anime and magna fans nervous, but also so, so ready. The studio which brought us THE MATRIX has now hired Stephen Norrington, director of the first BLADE, to direct an American live action version of th... AKIRA and SNOW WHITE To Appear in Special Editions
by John Thonen (Tue 06-12-2001)
Buena Vista Home Entertainment has announced an October release for Snow White: The Special Edition, a feature packed DVD of Walt Disney’s seminal masterpiece of animation. Pioneer has also announced a July release of Akira the Special Edition, a newly r... Early Adult DVD Review: Countdown Akira (Sun 03-18-2007)
Sometimes these shorter shows are just easier to slip into the mix, such as the 03/27/2007 release of Countdown Akira from Critical Mass Video.Hinado Girl (aka: Hinadori Girl) Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 10-01-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Matsuzawa MariTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayExperience the robot maid occupation like you've never seen it before in Hanidori Girl. Support Robot: Sally 001 has been completed by boy technophile Yoshiki... Camera Camera Camera Vol.#02
by Briana Lawrence (Wed 02-20-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kazura MatsumotoTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:Sachiko SatoWhat They SayAkira loves Kaoru... He\'s confessed his feelings for him and is full of hopes for their future. However, one day when he\'s helping out by cleaning... Buttobi CPU/I Dream of Mimi
by Michael Thomas (Thu 06-05-2003)
The Review!A funny, bishoujo (cute girl) anime OVA for the computer geek in all of us.
::Audio::
When watching the show, I listened to the original Japanese seiyuu (voice actors). The talking, ambient sounds, and background music made good use of the tw... Kikaider 01
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 02-24-2004)
What They SayThe destruction of the DARK organization has left Jiro wandering from town to town and pondering whether or not he would ever see Mitsuko again. But it is during this journey in which Jiro encounters a beautiful girl named Rieko who is protec... Akira Expands (Thu 02-21-2008)
What was originally a single movie is now a two part feature that according to sources will be executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio who has a rather good starting set of credits for that position. The film is undergoing some changes as Neo Tokyo will n...Ningen Kousaten - Human Scramble
by Jasconius (Fri 10-24-2003)
Kousaten, by the way, means "crossing" or "intersection", but I wasn't sure whether the creators wanted to translate that as scramble, or it was just supposed to be a strange subtitle, or what, so I've just left it as it is in the title. This anime is an ... GODZILLA VS. MEGAGUIRUS
by Randall D. Larson (Mon 07-30-2001)
...dences of Akira Ifukube’s original GODZILLA scores and even that of Takayuki Hattori’s lively but textural-based score for the previous film, GODZILLA 2000, Ohshima’s score has proven to be highly melodic, classically symphonic oriented, and theme-domi... GODZILLA 2000 on Compact Disc
by Randall D. Larson (Sat 07-01-2000)
...amic than Akira Ifukube’s thin-sounding but archetypal original Godzilla music (his `Godzilla March` is reprised on the CD in a crisp new orchestral recording). Hattori’s music is well developed, texturally interesting, with an effective use of synths ... Endless Rain Vol.#01
by Danielle Van Gorder (Fri 06-13-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:YuuyaTranslated by:Melanie SchoenAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayAkira has lived a life of happiness with his gentle mother and little brother despite the fact his mother was the mistress of the committee head of the Kasuga Foundat... Virtua Fighter Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-01-2003)
What They SayThe fighting game that started them all comes backifor one last round.
Legends speak ofia great constellation of stars, only visibleito those who possess true strength. Having lost his abilityito see those stars, Akira walks theiearthiin sea... Forbidden Dance (aka: Tenshi no Kiss) Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Fri 02-03-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hinako AshiharaTranslated by:Takae BrewerAdapted by:What They SayAfter a serious and discouraging injury, Aya - an accomplished ballet dancer - is inspired to dance again by the all-male COOL troupe. In fact, she's never wante... AKIRA (1989)
by Steve Biodrowski (Sun 06-10-2001)
Katsuhiro Otomo`s anime masterpiece is one of the most ambitious pieces of cyberpunk ever committed to celluloid. With cinematic stylings inspired by BLADE RUNNER, the film follows an ambitious (sometimes convoluted) story of what happens when mere humans... DiCaprio & WB Developing AKIRA Movies
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 02-21-2008)
Variety reports that Warner Bros. will turn anime artist Katsuhiro Otomo's six-volume graphic novel masterwork Akira into two live action feature films, the first of which is being fast tracked for release in summer 2009. The studio first had the rights s... TOKYOPOP acquires publishing rights to AKIRA and LUPIN THE THIRD
by Chris Wyatt (Tue 07-09-2002)
At last weekend's Anime Expo, held in Long Beach, California, TOKYOPOP announced the acquisition of the publishing rights to classic manga titles AKIRA and LUPID THE THIRD. TokyoPop is the leading American publisher of manga (i.e. Japanese comics).AKIRA d... Tokyo Project
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayKeiko, Junpei, Akira and Kumiko make up the Rutz Detective Agency. When a mysterious floppy disk lands in their possession, the team gets involved in a high stakes game of political espionage and military secrets. The disk contains data on a ... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-13-2005)
What They SayAs the alien Dragon’s Children wage war against humanity, their leader tempts Akira to use her powers for cruel and questionable motives. Meanwhile, Shiina trains to develop a psychic link with her alien friend and begins to uncover a h... Hikaru no Go Vol. #06
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 01-01-2007)
What They SayHikaru resolves to catch up to his rival, the Go prodigy Akira Toya. With that goal in mind, he decides to take the insei test, the first step toward turning pro. But that decision puts him at odds with his friends in the Go club, and he must... Virtua Fighter Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-17-2003)
What They SayLegends speak of a great constellation of stars, only visible to those who possess true strength. Having lost his ability to see those stars, Akira walks the earth in search of answers. His quest pits him against powerful fighters like the ... Never Give Up! (aka: NeBaGiBa!) Vol.#01
by Robert Harris (Sat 04-22-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiromu MutouTranslated by:Mike KieflAdapted by:What They SayKiri's fashion-model dad passed on his stunningly attractive masculine looks to his only child...unfortunately, Kiri is a girl!
Tohya is the love of Kiri's life-in ... Nightmare Campus
by Giaourus Ericus (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!AUDIO: A+ I'm primarily using the original Japanese audio track for this review. Both the Japanese and English tracks are in Dolby Digital Stereo. Overall, a very good job, with everything clear, crisp and undistorted. In particular, the lovely... Our Kingdom Vol.#05
by Patricia Beard (Wed 02-21-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Naduki KoujimaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayEven as the story\'s adult characters begin to iron out their own couplings, Rei and Akira\'s own relationship might prove to be a short-lived love affair. And ho... Forbidden Dance (aka: Tenshi no Kiss) Vol.#02
by Sakura Eries (Sun 02-12-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hinako AshiharaTranslated by:Takae BrewerAdapted by:What They SayAya sneaks out of the all-important National Ballet Competition to see her best friend Nachan. It's a race against the clock as Aya searches for her distraught f... Anime Review: Monochrome Factor
by Adrianne Hess (Wed 05-21-2008)
Akira Nikaido is a high school slacker with no respect for authority, school or even his own friends. He is not malicious so much as he just doesn’t give a damn about anything. Even when he impresses his wannabe rocker friends with his vocal and gui... Family Complex Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Fri 02-29-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Mikiyo Tsuda Translated by:Duane JohnsonAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayMeet the Sakamotos… a typical upper-middle class family of six with one particular quality--namely, they’re all uncannily good-looking! Everywhere... Buttobi CPU/I Dream of Mimi
by Jamal Sacranie (Fri 02-22-2002)
The Review!Audio: The audio on this disc is done fairly well. While it isn't mind-blowingly excellent, it gets the job done.
Video: The video transfer is also done well. There isn't much grain or pixelation.
Packaging: I liked the packaging for this D... Devilman
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 04-25-2000)
What They SayThe Birth
(Episode 1)
Normal life in modern-day Tokyo is unexpectedly disrupted for a young high-school kid called Akira. First his parents are missing, then his pet rabbit is viciously slaughtered, and finally his best friend, Ryo Asuka, rev... Wife With Wife Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 01-06-2006)
What They SayLet\'s play \'who can last the longest\'!
Yosuke and Akira are newlyweds and tonight is their first night together. Things are getting heated up in bed, but Yosuke has a little problem... he can\'t \'do\' it! His wife, Akira, tells him that ... GENEON ENTERTAINMENT OFFERS A SELECTION OF POPULAR TITLES FOR FANS WHEREVER AND WHENEVER (Thu 07-05-2007)
Top North American Anime Supplier Expands Distribution - Content On Television with the fuse network, ImaginAsian TV (iaTV), G4 Tech TV Canada and Over The Internet Via Akimbo, Azureus and Xbox LIVE Marketplace LONG BEACH, Calif. -- Feeding fans dem...Your and My Secret
by Nadia Oxford (Mon 04-21-2008)
Manga-ka will look for any excuse to pen a gender-swap manga, including changes in the season or the air pressure. Your and My Secret is Ai Morinaga's attempt at the gimmick, and it's mostly a successful one. The author of My Heavenly Hockey Club is no st... New Angel Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 08-03-2003)
What They SayFrom U-Jin, Japan\'s merry master of erotic comedy, comes yet another rambunctiously raunchy romp in the high-flying New Angel series!
Completely UNCUT! The Review!After the first couple of extended length episodes, the show finishes out wit... Viz Media Named Master Licensor For Blue Dragon ™ Anime Series (Mon 04-16-2007)
New Action Series Is Based On Popular Xbox 360 Game And Features Character Designs By Manga Mastermind, Akira Toriyama San Francisco, CA April 16, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive p...Dragon Ball GT Vol. #08: Salvation
by Derek Guder (Mon 05-03-2004)
What They SayOld Kai\'s plan to free everyone from Baby\'s control worked! The vengefully minded Gohan, Trunks, and Goten prepare to take their shot at toppling Baby, but Goku warns that even their combined power will not be enough to stop him. Their only... Love is Like a Hurricane Vol.#02
by Danielle Van Gorder (Wed 11-07-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Tokiya ShimazakiTranslated by:Leona WongAdapted by:What They SayGifted with intelligence and looks, student council president Azuma confessed his love to Mizuki, and with a little push, they \"successfully\" started dating. Th... XS Hybrid Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Thu 06-28-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Song Ji-HyungTranslated by:N/AAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayIn a strange future where gifted, \"hybrid\" humans police the planet, Mina is a likeable tomboy with growing psychic powers. When a young boy falls into a coma after g... Boys Over Flowers Vol. #06
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-18-2004)
What They SayContains episodes 21-24
Although she tries not to hurt Tsukasa, Tsukushi can\'t stop thinking about Rui. Feeling betrayed, Tsukasa takes his anger out on her and his old friend by breaking up the F4 and threatening them with expulsion from sc... ADV Films Announces Paniponi Dash! English Cast (Mon 10-09-2006)
Momotsuki Academy is far from a normal school. Its student body is full of freaks and the teachers aren’t that much better. But the infamous Class 1-C may have met its match in 11-year-old Rebecca Miyamoto. This pint-sized genius has come to the...Navarre's FUNimation Entertainment Delivers Anime to iTunes (Tue 02-13-2007)
-- Top-rated Anime Available Immediately on The iTunes Store -- MINNEAPOLIS, MN - February 13, 2007 - FUNimation Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation (NASDAQ: NAVR), and the market share leader for the home video sales of Jap...Maison Ikkoku (Editor's Choice Edition) Vol.#07
by Megan Lavey (Wed 04-13-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Rumiko TakahashiTranslated by:Gerard Jones and Mari MorimotoAdapted by:What They SayYusaku ends up in the hospital and has two unexpected visitors. His cute cousin comes to nurse him and Kyoko\'s other suitor, Mitaka, ends up ... Viz-in Vol. 1, No. 2 (Wed 11-01-2000)
viz-in vol. 1,no.1 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING FEBRUARY '01 featuring... GUNDAM WING: BLIND TARGET #1 4-issue series -- original story by Hajime Yadate and Yoshiyuki Tomino, story by Sakura Asagi, art by Akemi Omoide ...Viz-In Vol. 12, No. 12 (Fri 12-01-2000)
viz-in vol. 12, no. 12 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING MARCH `01 FEATURING ART OF GUNDAM WING Viz Illustration Book -- art by the animators of the Gundam Wing Television Show -- color and b&w, 96 pages -- $19.95 USA/$ 30....Anime Expo - Friday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)
Nobuhiro Watsuki
WARNING! The last question listed at the bottom of this page contains a major Kenshin spoiler. Do not read past question number 31 if you haven\'t seen the second Kenshin OVA series
... Hikaru no Go Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 04-19-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hotta Yumi / Obata TakeshiTranslated by:Andy NakataniAdapted by:What They SayAkira is beginning a new school year at Kaio Middle School. With his daunting reputation as the Toya Meijin\'s son, Akira finds he must prove himself... Viz This WEek (Fri 09-15-2000)
MARIONETTE GENERATION VOL. 1: ENTRANCES GRAPHIC NOVEL AN ARTIST, A GIRL, AND A LIVING DOLL! San Francisco, CA (9/15/00)-Viz Comics proudly announces the January 2001 release of MARIONETTE GENERATION, the first volume of the manga series by Haruhiko Miki...Viz-in Vol. 12 No. 9 (Fri 09-01-2000)
viz-in vol. 12, no. 9 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING DECEMBER '00 featuring... ANIMERICA EXTRA, VOL. 4 #1 DECEMBER '00 manga anthology b&w, 128 pages $4.95 USA/$7.95 CAN SHIPS 12/7 Cat # MAE0401 NEW MANGA! REVOLUTIONARY ...Metropolis
by Kristopher Zoleta (Sat 11-23-2002)
The Review!History of Osamu Tekuza
Not many people have had as much impact in the anime world as Osamu Tekuza. In 1947 shortly after World War 2, Tekuza created the first 3 Manga's (Japanese Comics) in Japan. The big eyes would eventually become a tradema... Hikaru no Go Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 07-08-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hotta Yumi/Obata Takeshi Translated by:Andy NakataniAdapted by:What They SayDIVINE ILLUSIONS
Another tournaments underway. Three members of the cutthroat Kaio Go Club face three members of the budding Haze Go Club. As tensions... Viz Donates $100K in GN's to Libraries (Fri 06-16-2000)
VIZ DONATES $100,000 IN GRAPHIC NOVELS TO U.S. PUBLIC LIBRARIES MANGA OUTREACH TO NEW AUDIENCES NATIONWIDE San Francisco, CA (6/16/00)-Viz Comics, America's 5th-largest comics publisher and largest publisher of Japanese comics, has recently donated over...Viz-In Vol. 12 No. 7 (Sat 07-01-2000)
viz-in vol. 12, no. 7 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING OCTOBER `00 featuring... NEON GENESIS EVANGELION BOOK FIVE, #1 REGULAR and SPECIAL COLLECTOR'S EDITION 7-issue monthly series story & art by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto original ...Princess Mononoke
by Jon Turner (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Video Quality: ***** out of *****
Audio Qualty: ***** out of *****
Japanese Language Track: ***** out of *****
English Language Track: ***** out of *****
French Language Track: N/A
Packaging: ****1/2 out of *****
Menus: ***1/2 out of *****
Extr... Hikaru no Go Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-08-2006)
What They SayWith Hikaru\'s help, the ghost of Go master Sai has become the sensation of the Internet Go world. Players from all over the world are itching to know the identity of the player who never loses and displays an almost superhuman ability. But r... Zenki Collection 3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-25-2002)
What They SayThe Tree of Karuma may be firewood, but the dark side of the human heart is still a home for demons. New evil and demonic objects called the Seeds of Karuma, have appeared. Only with the help of Zenki\'s brother, Goki, and newfound friends,... Princess Princess Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-23-2007)
What They SayTooru Kouno has become a campus princess, dressing up as a girl and using his pretty-boy looks to add some color to the dreary world of his all-boys school. He\'s been given a special mission to put on a concert, but his fellow Princess, Miko... Hikaru no Go Vol.#06
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 02-25-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hotta Yumi / Obata TakeshiTranslated by:Andy NakataniAdapted by:What They SayTHE INSEI EXAM
From the beginning, Go has been just fun and games for Hikaru. But now that Akira has turned pro, it's going to take everything in Hi... Hinado Girl (aka: Hinadori Girl) Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 08-23-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Matsuzawa MariTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:Cris RobsonWhat They SaySecrets are revealed and Akira steps toward adulthood. Secrets like the hidden past of Akira\'s father and her mother\'s top secret data in Sally 0... Amon: Apocalypse of DevilMan (Fri 06-21-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Amon:Apocalypse of DevilMan is the third Devilman OAV to be made. This was made for pay-per-view TV in japan and aired in late 2000. The OAV takes place a number of years after the original 2 OAVs. Akira (DevilMan), is losing th...Samurai Deeper Kyo Vol.#07
by Jarred Pine (Thu 07-14-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Akimine KamijyoTranslated by:Alexander O. SmithAdapted by:What They SaySasuke realizes that he and Kyo share more than murderous intent in their eyes ... they both two wield the same Muramasa sword. Soon the two engage in a br... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #1 (also w/box & t-shirt)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-18-2005)
What They SayFirst impressions can be misleading! Shiina nearly died when the current swept her out to sea. Instead, she was rescued by a mysterious star-shaped creature and plunged into a strange adventure! Her new friend Hoshimaru leads her into a maels... Samurai 7 Vol. #1 (Viridian Collection)
by Justin Rich (Sat 08-25-2007)
What They SayBased on the legendary Akira Kurosawa classic epic feature film, Seven Samurai. Set in a futuristic world that has just witnessed the end of a massive war, scores of villages are terrorized by Nobuseri bandits. But the Nobuseri are no normal ... Memories
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 02-22-2004)
What They SayCreated by celebrated anime master Katsuhiro Otomo (Akira, Roujin Z), MEMORIES consists of three dazzling stories, each delivered with its own astonishing style.
\"Magnetic Rose,\" directed by Koji Morimoto (Animatrix) based on a manga shor... New Cutey Honey Collection Vol. #2
by Abraham Chinchilla Jr. (Sun 02-10-2002)
The Review!New Cutey Honey is a continuation of the original 70's TV series. This disc contains the last four of eight episodes. This part of the series was also done about a year after the last four. The last three are pretty much are only filler episode... Our Kingdom Vol.#04
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 11-15-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Naduki KoujimaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They Say\"I think I feel ready... to embrace Rei.\"
Rei\'s advances always melt Akira\'s heart, but with the arrival of Shigure\'s older brother Sagiri as well as Raoul ... Hinado Girl (aka: Hinadori Girl) Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 01-13-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Matsuzawa MariTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayAkira continues to fight wit Sally 001 over her brother Yoshiki in this second installment of Hinadori Girl. Sally 001 is an android that runs a special progr... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-27-2005)
What They SayShiina\'s dad is missing in action after his plane is attacked by an alien creature! Meanwhile, her best friend Akira has gotten mixed up with a vicious group of psychics.
Contains episodes 5-7.The Review!Shiina\'s life gets tossed upside d... Samurai 7 Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Justin Rich (Thu 09-08-2005)
What They SayBased on the legendary Akira Kurosawa classic epic feature film, Seven Samurai. Set in a futuristic world that has just witnessed the end of a massive war, scores of villages are terrorized by Nobuseri bandits. But the Nobuseri are no normal ... Hikaru no Go Vol. #02
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-03-2006)
What They SaySpurred on by the arrogant Tetsuo and the nervous Kimihiro, Hikaru is pulled into the new and exciting world of Go Tournaments. The only problem is Hikaru isn\'t even old enough to play!
As if the pressure of getting caught and playing in th... 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...Viz-in Vol. 1 No. 1 (Sun 10-01-2000)
viz-in vol. 1,no. 1 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING JANUARY '01 featuring MARIONETTE GENERATION, VOL. 1 Animerica Extra graphic novel, story and art by Haruhiko Mikimoto, b&w, 192 pages, $15.95 USA/$24.95 CAN, GMG001, Shi...Bandai Visual USA Talks HD (Thu 06-07-2007)
A news snippet at Anime News Network indicates that out of A-kon this past weekend, Bandai Visual USA indicated that their next high definition releases are slated for 09/11/2007. Wings of Honneamise is slated for both HD DVD and Blu-Ray Disc. The article...Hermes: Winds of Love (Sat 03-30-2002)
What They SayFull of exciting adventure and great passion, this animated Japanese favorite tells the legendary tale of the mythological hero Hermes. The creator of the world orders Hermes to defeat the evil King Minos, tyrant of Crete. With his beautiful ...Hikaru no Go Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-28-2005)
What They SayWith a two-tone hairstyle and a streak of immaturity, Hikaru Shindo finds an old Go board with a hidden surprise - trapped within the Go Board is Fujiwara-no-Sai, the ghost of an ancient Go master! In the blink of an eye, Sai becomes part of ... Spriggan (-)
What They SayThe Review!\"AKIRA.\" \"Otomo.\" Two words that most anime fans have heard of, or are familiar with. Many of us became anime fans because of Otomo\'s masterpiece cyberpunk film. Or at the very least, our eyes were opened to a bold, visceral, ...My-Hime Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-04-2006)
What They SayThe true purpose of the HiME is finally revealed. They must fight to defeat each other\'s Child until only one HiME is left standing - or else the world will be destroyed. The HiME make a pact among themselves to not attack each other, but fo... SEVEN SAMURAI software for your PS2
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 03-12-2004)
The first video game inspired by Akira Kurosawa's THE SEVEN SAMURAI landed in retail stores this week. Sammy Studios' SEVEN SAMURAI 20XX is available exclusively for the PlayStation 2 and takes Kurosawa's story of seven feudal Japanese warriors standing u... Um... Happy Anniversary!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 01-27-2004)
This week’s column marks the start of my second year of DVD Shopping List, and I want to thank all the readers out there for the support they’ve shown for it – if you’re all enjoying it, that makes all the time & trouble that goes into it worthwhile.O... Boob Tube DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 01-06-2004)
In case you were wondering, the SPACE and WITCHBLADE fans are still writing in to support the seasoning of those shows. The more extreme cases either thank me profusely for the charitable work I’m doing on their behalf, or defensively attack me for some i... The Musical Eloquence of THE PUNISHER
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 07-15-2004)
... composer Akira Ifukube, (who is celebrating his 90th birthday this year). Produced in association with Toho Studios, this commemorative 50th Anniversary Edition Soundtrack is a handsome companion to the restored original film, currently playing in the... Special EFFECTS soundtrack from CREEPSHOW's John Harrison
by Randall Larson (Fri 12-02-2005)
...o release Akira Ifukube's KING KONG VS. GODZILLA, featuring the remastered original score to the 1962 Monster Classic; THE BIG EMPTY, Brain Tyler's otherworldly score to the wild sci-fi comedy/drama; and Volume 2 of FARSCAPE Classics, featuring two mor... Breather
by Andrew Hershberger (Mon 07-07-2003)
Greetings Cinescapers! How was your Fourth of July weekend? Mine was awful. I don't want to go into too much detail, but apparently you're supposed to let go of the fireworks after you light them. But no worry - I can still type up my column with what's l... Comicscape - June 29, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 06-29-2005)
Greetings, and welcome to another edition of "Readers Take Aim" on this week's COMICSCAPE. Last week, I asked everyone to send me their thoughts on BATMAN BEGINS, particularly those that didn't care for the film. It seems counterintuitive to welcome disag... DRAGONBALL rolls on
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Tue 03-12-2002)
It looks like it is official -- DRAGONBALL will be adapted as a feature film. 20th Century Fox has acquired the film rights to develop a franchise based on the international anime hit. Originally created by Akira Toriyama as a graphic novel, DRAGONBALL ha... Here there be Toons!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 04-02-2005)
Once upon a time, cartoons were on TV only at certain times. Oh, there were a few prime time exceptions like THE FLINTSTONES that wandered into the earliest slot of the schedule, but even these were later rerun in the cartoon ghettos. Network and local pr... GODZILLA VS. THE SEA MONSTER
by Brian Thomas (Wed 02-09-2005)
A fisherman named Yata is lost at sea when a huge sea monster (Hiroshi Sekita) attacks his boat. His younger brother Ryota (Toru Watanabe) fails in his attempt to win a sailboat in a dance contest, so he and his friends steal one to search for Yata. Yoshi... TORA! TORA! TORA! director Fukasaku passes
by Mike Whybark (Wed 01-15-2003)
VARIETY records the passing of TORA! TORA! TORA! director Kinji Fukasaku of cancer at 72. The Japanese director died over the weekend in Tokyo.Fukasaku directed a series of Yakuza features for Toei in the postwar period and went on to co-direct TORA! TORA... TOKYO OLYMPIAD
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Wed 08-14-2002)
Olympic games + documentary = boring, boring, boring. Or so I thought, having no interest whatsoever in what has degenerated into an every four years (two now) marketing blitz. (Anyone for the official morning after pill of the 2004 summer games?) After t... SAMURAI coming back to theaters
by Christopher Allan Smith (Mon 04-29-2002)
While technically it falls a bit far of field of our field of interest, Akira Kurosawa's THE SEVEN SAMURAI has had a huge influence on everyone from George Lucas to Stan Lee and every other genre creator around. So it comes as news when the action epic is... DVD & VHS This Week: March 26
by John Thonen (Tue 03-26-2002)
VIDEO NEWSThose of you who have become ill watching the final, sad season of THE X-FILES can find a fix for what ails you in Columbia TriStar's upcoming release of THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES, a feature film with no direct connection to the once near-wor... Kong of Kongs, Lord of Rings
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 12-15-2005)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS This is definitely a week of must-haves in soundtrack new releases. Despite having had only five weeks to conceptualize, compose, orchestrate, record and mix the score after stepping in to replace Howard Shore as composer, Jame... Looking Back at the Future: '60s Sci Fi Heroine Saves 2001
by Randall D. Larson (Wed 10-16-2002)
This Week’s RecommendationSReleased on DVD a couple weeks ago, Roman Coppola’s CQ is as much a homage to such lovably quirky European ’60s sc-fi/spy films as BARBARELLA and DANGER DIABOLIK as it is an intriguing film in its own right. Taking place in 1969... Die Another Day in the Chamber of Secrets
by Randall D. Larson (Wed 11-20-2002)
This Week’s RecommendationSIt should come as no surprise that the score for HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS, released last week on Warner Bros. (83574-2), is based largely on material from the first HARRY POTTER movie. Because of scheduling confli... Criterion, King of Discs
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 05-27-2003)
We interrupt our usual festival of grumpiness that’s been opening this column of late for a reminder that we don’t forget the joy a good movie can bring, especially when things are tough. Here’s a link to Movies For Free, www.moviesforfree.org/, a group t... The X-MEN Are Back
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 05-01-2003)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONSJohn Ottman did double duty on X2, the sequel to X-MEN that opens this Friday. He served as both editor and composer of the soundtrack (a feat he tackled previously on THE USUAL SUSPECTS, APT PUPIL, and URBAN LEGENDS: FINAL CUT ... SEVEN SAMURAI gets writer
by Mike Whybark (Thu 01-16-2003)
THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER notes that writer Marshall Smith has been tapped as scriptwriter for a remake of the Akira Kurosawa classic SEVEN SAMURAI in production at Miramax.The remake remains untitled, and the article notes that it's unlikely the filmmakers ... Fear No Laughter
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 06-05-2003)
This Week’s RecommendationsPercepto Records has released the soundtrack to one of the 1980s best independent film scores. Frank LaLoggia wrote, produced, directed, and scored 1981’s FEAR NO EVIL, a terse amalgamation of occult horror, reincarnated archang... DRAGON BALL Z Shooting in Mexico
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 11-07-2007)
Director James Wong plans to shoot a good chunk of the live-action film DRAGON BALL Z, says the Mexican newspaper El Norte. The paper says nearly 85% of the production will be taking place in Durango, Mexico from January through March before wrapping up a... SoftCel New Title Announcements (Tue 06-03-2003)
The folks at Right Stuf have up a few more announcements today, this time from SoftCel Pictures:Countdown: Akira Saga - 75 minutes - $29.98 - 08/26/2003 Tournament of the Gods: Title Match - 75 minutes - $29.98 - 08/26/2003AoD Recommends (Tue 04-09-2002)
Keeping up with our slight Akira theme today, Luis Cruz has sent in his piece for the Anime on DVD Recommends section, and it\'s for Akira!New Photos for DRAGONBALL Cast
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 05-23-2008)
Want to know how the cast of Dragonball will look in the adaptation of the anime? Well, you can see in the link below courtesy of DBtheMovie scanning Roadshow magazine. The upcoming 20th Century Fox adaptation of the best selling anime will star Justin Ch... The Mania Manifesto: Five Signs the Apocalypse is Upon Us
by Damon Brown (Tue 04-22-2008)
Each week, Mania special correspondent Damon Brown, author of Porn & Pong: How Grand Theft Auto, Tomb Raider and Other Sexy Games Changed Modern Pop Culture, offers his unique take on society, entertainment and other issues of critical concern to Mani... New This Week (Sun 08-24-2003)
The end of August is a pretty good sized release week with lots of new things coming in:> Title Name Studio Run Time Volume MSRP Date Aura Battler Dunbine Vol. #2 ADV Films 100 min....Viz Media New Manga Licenses (Fri 04-28-2006)
A new update of Viz Media\'s plans for the end of the year will be posted after midnight tonight as we continue to enter all the information, but we want to note several new series that I don\'t believe have been mentioned as licensed:Be With You (Novel) ...Bandai Visual Japan Goes Dubs (Tue 05-15-2007)
Well, sort of. One area that\'s been little discussed by Bandai Visual Japan regarding their slate of Blu-ray titles is what kind of features will really be on them. A new article at Watch Impress has started to clear things up a little bit. There is a lo...New This Week (Sun 03-25-2007)
As seems to be the case every March, the last week of the month is filled with lots of new things in preparation for those that get paid once a month at the start of a new month: Release Date Title Name Studio Run Time M...Dark Horse Plans Revealed (Tue 10-03-2006)
An update at ICv2 has a lot of information about what to expect from Dark Horse in early 2007, from Gunsmith Cats to an Akira companion and a lot more. Bits of this has been talked about before but the full overview shows the diverse and interesting selec...The Best of Anime, Sort Of (Part Two)
by Nadia Oxford, Columnist (Thu 01-31-2008)
I started last week's column with a Spoiler Warning, and I think doing the same for this week is a fantastic idea. You don't want to spoil the ending for choice #1 the same way I did several months before I even got into the series. Sigh. Thanks, 4chan.
... Set Photos for DRAGON BALL Z Online
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 12-17-2007)
Some new set photos of DRAGON BALL Z have made their way online courtesy of Hoy Cinema. If anything, there's a photo which shows how Justin Chatwin (Goku) will look in the live action version of the anime. The photos are from the Mexico City set... Draw Out the Poison
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 01-31-2007)
Good day to you all. I've been writing a lot lately about the community surrounding the anime and manga fandom. Maybe "hassling" is a more accurate verb. Either way, it occurred to me I'm shooting off at the mouth about how fans need to be mo... Music To Destroy All Humans By – Too
by Randall Larson (Thu 11-09-2006)
...quiems of Akira Ifukube’s Gojira scores, with their irrepressible sadness and funereal cadence. “Moon Base Hunted,” which closes the CD, is a brilliant amalgamation of Barry and Bernstein and Bernard Herrmann.
Drifting... PATLABOR: THE MOVIE
by BRIAN THOMAS (Wed 04-26-2006)
In Japan, the first Patlabor feature followed a highly successful though low budget OVA series, so there was a lot of anticipation of what the feature version would be like. In the USA, Patlabor anime has arrived in a bit more jumbled fashion, but as th... Lambro of the Living Dead
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 03-16-2006)
...ording of Akira Ifukube's classic score for 1964's KING KONG VS GODZILLA (LLLCD 1041) preserves this rousing and aggressive horror-adventure score for the first time outside of Japan. Largely a resequenced reissue of the 1993 Japanese Futurama 43-track... Get Happy!
by Brian Thomas (Mon 03-26-2007)
During the 1960s, it was common for movies to feature an animated opening credits sequence, especially for comedies, but occasionally for adventure pictures. This phenomenon likely got started by the epic Around the World in 80 Days (1956), which kept... Doctor Where?
by Matt Kamen (Fri 07-13-2007)
As a testament to a series that's not so much an object of national pride as it is a wonderful addiction (or so the tabloid press would have you believe between seasons), Doctor Who has manifested beyond the confines of the television into its very own ex... SCOTLAND, PA
by MICHAEL TUNISON (Mon 02-11-2002)
Shakespeare's works have been pushed, pulled and twisted into some pretty strange shapes over the centuries, but the idea of a fast food MACBETH may take the cake for pure cheekiness. Closer in spirit to Tarantino than the Royal Shakespeare Company, Billy... BAREFOOT GEN, Volume Four
by Keiji Nakazawa (Sun 08-19-2007)
Barefoot Gen, a story about a boy living with the aftermath of the atomic bomb that dropped on Hiroshima, is a good reminder of humanity's biggest blessing and curse: The hope and perseverance needed overcome even the worst adversities. Volume four of Kei... BAREFOOT GEN, Volume Three
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 08-19-2007)
When the Bomb shattered Hiroshima, it shattered thousands of lives as well. Barefoot Gen is just one story captured in manga format, and volume three--subtitled "Life After the Bomb"--relays another person's lost story through Gen's struggle to ... Eraserhead vs. Transporter
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 01-10-2006)
Happy anniversary to me, as this column marks the end of my third year writing this column, making this my 156th without taking a break. All for some free DVDs and a few Canadian Tire Dollars, but look at what I've accomplished. That's right, every movie ... Anime Expo - Geneon Producers Panel
by Jason Yeh (Thu 07-06-2006)
Hosts:
Kevin Chu - Fate Stay Night, Kannazuki no Miko, Strawberry Marshmallow, Kamichu!
Satoshi Fujii - Ergo Proxy, Heat Guy J, Gatekeepers, Hellsing TV & OAV, Amazing Nurse Nanako
Terry Ho - Tokyo Underground, Anime Music line-up
Sawako Furuya - Parad... VIZ Announced SHONEN JUMP 1st Anniversary Edition (Tue 11-11-2003)
Commemorative issue to debut new manga series, Hikaru no Go, and feature exclusive Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card. San Francisco, Calif, November 11, 2003 - VIZ, LLC, one of the leading publishers and distributors of manga comics and anime content for North Ame...July Issue of "Dragon Ball Z" will ship with 20" x 30" color poster (Fri 05-26-2000)
KAMEHAMEHA!! July Issue of "Dragon Ball Z" will ship with 20" x 30" color poster San Francisco, CA (5/26/00) -- Viz Comics proudly announces that the July issue of "Dragon Ball Z" (Part 3, #6) will ship with a 20" x 30" folder color poster. This poste...