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Akira: Special Edition (& Limited Edition)
by Roman Martel (Wed 02-06-2002)
...I've seen Akira almost five times. This viewing has been the best of those. I've seen the old Streamline tape. I also had the pleasure of seeing the Criterion Laserdisc Edition of it. But I think that this is hands down the best version I've experience... 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... 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... 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... 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...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 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...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 (-)
...LW&C) and Akira. Scoring a major coup, Dark Horse has resurrected seminal works that defined how Japanese comics offered much more than superheroes. As reviewed recently by Viz's monthly anthology PULP, these titles are timeless touchstones that contin... 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... Press Release: Bandai Announces Akira Blu-ray
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2008)
Katsuhiro Otomo’s Sci-Fi anime masterpiece to be released in Full HD and with enhanced audio
Bandai Entertainment Inc. announced today that it will release the Akira Blu-ray under the “Honneamise” label on February 24, 2009 for at the S... 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... 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... Akira: DTS Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 12-08-2002)
...y Tokyo - AKIRA!
The landmark anime film Akira is now available with the newly re-mixed Japanese 5.1 DTS Mix to compliment the fully restored video!The Review!Going back to the well one more time, Pioneer has produced a DTS Japanese language track jus... 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... 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 ... 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... 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... 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... Two Akira Kurosawa Projects Getting Updated
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 09-23-2008)
Along with being the major influence behind the creation of Star Wars (The Hidden Fortress), the memory of the legendary Akira Kurosawa lives on. In fact, two projects are coming out based on his works in hopes of getting them released in time to celebrat... Joseph Gordon Levitt to play Tetsuo in 'Akira'? (Thu 02-21-2008)
Ain't It Cool is reporting that breakout actor Joseph Gordon Levitt ('The Lookout', 'Brick' and 'G.I.Joe') is on deck to play Tetsuo in the live-action 'Akira' movie. While the rumor site echoes some of the news that was presented in the trades last nigh...Shake Up on Live Action Akira (Fri 08-22-2003)
The Z Review reports that LXG director Stephen Norrington is seeking to distance himself from Hollywood developments deals, including leaving WB's live action adapatation of Akira.'Catwoman' director on live-action 'Akira'?
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 09-29-2004)
Ain't It Cool News provides a Bablel Fish-translated comment from 'Akira' creator Katsushiro Otomo suggesting Pitof, director of 'Catwoman' may now be attached to direct the live-action version of the classic anime.
More... Akira Loses Norrington as Director (Fri 08-01-2003)
Director Stephen Norrington ('LXG') told Wizard magazine that he's no longer attached to direct the live-action 'Akira' movie. "I have dropped out of all my Hollywood development deals because I want to pursue more creative avenues," Norrington said. A s...Akira
by Coming Attractions (Thu 10-10-2002)
...ga series Akira created by Katsuhiro 'tomo.Premise:Years after the Third World War decimated the world, the futuristic metropolis of Neo-Tokyo is home to a bike gang of troublesome youths. When one of their members is kidnapped for use in a clandestine... 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... 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... AKIRA
by Tony Whitt (Sat 11-24-2001)
...they call Akira clash on a regular basis. But even more dangerous are the powers growing within Tetsuo after he comes in contact with a little boy with the features of an old man. As Tetsuo's power grows stronger, Kaneda gets caught up with a group of ... 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... Joseph Gordon Levitt not in Akira, yet (Thu 09-11-2008)
Actor Joseph Gordon Levitt told MTV Splash Page that there is no truth to the rumors that he will be playing Tetsuo in the planned live-action 'Akira' movie. "That just goes to show what you can believe about what people write about movies. I love t...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... 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... 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)
...t Music & Akira Symphonic Suite. I could not have ended the cleaning run with a better duo of discs. Please enjoy, and don't be shy about finding these releases!
Samurai Deeper KYO Original Soundtrack Capriccio
Geneon Entertainment
There is a 6-sec... 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)
...e classic AKIRA. In an interview with the HOLLYWOOD REPORTER, Norrington promised to, "preserves the tone, the visual and the epic scope of the original, whilst telling a somewhat more accessible story." For the uninitiated, AKIRA is one of the most po... 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.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... Hinado Girl (aka: Hinadori Girl) Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 10-01-2005)
... image of Akira next to the volume description on a white cover.
Inside the printing is clean. I know most people will not agree, but I love the paper. The color is easy on the eyes and the weight is perfect as it does not bleed or smudge. You can rea... Buttobi CPU/I Dream of Mimi
by Michael Thomas (Thu 06-05-2003)
...her owner Akira. The art used for the front cover is eye-catching. The back cover uses two large cells from the show, and has a good summary of what the show is about. The back cover also has the usual DVD text of copyrights and production notes. T... Kikaider 01
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 02-24-2004)
...s name is Akira and son of Professor Gill, but more importantly?the key to Gill?s malicious secret weapon and his plans to conquer the world. As fate brings Jiro into an alliance with his brother Ichiro as well as Kikaider 00 and Bijinder ? Will they b... 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...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... 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)
...d-looking Akira in sepia tones, the vertical bar with the dancer silhouettes again, and the story summary in plain black text.
I really think that Tokyopop could have greatly improved the overall impact of the cover simply by livening it up with a bi... 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... 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... Ningen Kousaten - Human Scramble
by Jasconius (Fri 10-24-2003)
...eals with Akira, a world champion boxer, and his relationship with his mother. Akira didn't become a boxer because he liked boxing really, so much as to be the best at something, and do something to get away from his mother. When he was ten years old, ... 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 ... 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 ... Nightmare Campus
by Giaourus Ericus (Sat 02-16-2002)
...on now is Akira Mido, a teaching aide, and Masao's best friend. He's the host of The Demon Lord Aquifel, Esedess' best friend of old times. Many fights and schemes take place between the gangs, and involving Akira and Masao - Akira / Aquifel can't unde... 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... Never Give Up! (aka: NeBaGiBa!) Vol.#01
by Robert Harris (Sat 04-22-2006)
...volume is Akira, the son of the fashion designer they're modeling for, and almost instantly he and Tohya strike sparks. It doesn't help that the only one he seems to like more than Tatsuki, Kiri's male model alter ego, is Kiri herself. After running in... 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... Buttobi CPU/I Dream of Mimi
by Jamal Sacranie (Fri 02-22-2002)
... front of Akira. In front of Pixie is an X-Ray which reveals that she's really a computer. I thought that the X-Ray was a nice touch, adding up to a great package.
Menus: This is where the disc takes a downfall. While not too important, the menus a... 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... Family Complex Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Fri 02-29-2008)
... year old Akira. At the awkward stage where teenagers feel out-of-place in general, Akira believes he’s average in his looks department, which simply doesn’t measure up. How can he be around his family when he feels like he’s being ... Forbidden Dance (aka: Tenshi no Kiss) Vol.#02
by Sakura Eries (Sun 02-12-2006)
...d looking Akira and Aya in black shirts at counter angles to each other, and on the back is the story summary in black text with a pastel still life of ballet slippers. They keep the same sepia color scheme and vertical bar with dancer silhouettes as ... 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 ... 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... July 2008 ADR Awards Highlights
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-16-2008)
... partner, Akira Kogami (played by Stephanie Sheh, who received an award for the role in the first volume). But it's the sanity of the buttoned up everyman, the perfectly average Joe constantly subjugated to the supporting role--the straight man, the un... Hikaru no Go Vol. #13
by Sakura Eries (Sat 10-04-2008)
Creative Talent: Writer/Artist: Yumi Hotta and Takeshi ObataTranslation: Naoko AmemiyaAdaptation: Naoko Amemiya
What They Say:Hikaru and Sai are both scheduled for matches with their greatest rivals - Akira Toya and his father, Toya Meijin. How will Sai ... New Angel Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 08-03-2003)
...ed out to Akira�s place. Since he�s the braggish outgoing type who always has to show off, he has one of the newest maids there play tennis with them au natural, something that offends Shizuka but you can imagine the effect it has on Kousuke. The e... Your and My Secret
by Nadia Oxford (Mon 04-21-2008)
...t tomboy. Akira is a smart and good-looking schoolboy who is nonetheless tedious for his tendency to let people walk all over him. A few mishaps result in Akira running afoul of Nanako's eccentric inventor grandfather, who conducts an experiment to swa... GENEON ENTERTAINMENT OFFERS A SELECTION OF POPULAR TITLES FOR FANS WHEREVER AND WHENEVER (Thu 07-05-2007)
...h include Akira (exclusive to Xbox LIVE Marketplace), Ayakashi (Samurai Horror Tales), Gankutsuou (The Count of Monte Cristo), Gun Sword, Last Exile as well as Lupin the 3rd. Following are brief plot outlines of the series: · Akira- available excl..."Mothra vs. Godzilla"
by Brian Thomas (Sun 12-03-2006)
...rs Sakai (Akira Takarada) and Yoka (Yuriko Hoshi), who have been trying to get Kumayama to turn the egg over to scientist Professor Miura (Hiroshi Koizumi). Heedless of warnings, the entrepreneur begins construction of an incubator for the egg. Mea... Dance in the Vampire Bund Vol.#01
by John Zakrzewski (Tue 09-09-2008)
...y harm is Akira Kaburagi—an average high school boy from the outside, Akira is in truth a werewolf, who from birth was destined to become Mina’s bodyguard.
Now with an uncertain future stretching before him and enemies gathering all around... XS Hybrid Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Thu 06-28-2007)
...mself in 'Akira'-like bike chase scenes while battling everyone from street punks to Hybrids, to American secret agents, all the while trying to protect his friend Mina. Oh, and hitting some punk while poppin-a-wheely on his street bike looks like it ... Dragon Ball GT Vol. #08: Salvation
by Derek Guder (Mon 05-03-2004)
...y much in Akira Toriyama\'s playful and imaginative style, even if the show itself isn\'t.
Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers)
From my understanding, DragonBall GT is the series that the original creator Akira... Love is Like a Hurricane Vol.#02
by Danielle Van Gorder (Wed 11-07-2007)
...closer.
Akira and Izumi have problems of their own. Izumi has tests to study for, but Akira keeps interrupting him so they can have sex. Unable to take the distraction any more, Izumi makes Akira promise to keep his distance until the exams. But stay... ADV Films Announces Paniponi Dash! English Cast (Mon 10-09-2006)
...of them. Akira Miyata: The Klutz - Voiced by Jessica Boone - Akira Miyata has a reputation for being clumsy because she frequently trips and falls. She is very sensitive about her clumsiness, but she is, ironically, also a member of the Intelligence D...Navarre's FUNimation Entertainment Delivers Anime to iTunes (Tue 02-13-2007)
...pher" and Akira Kurosawa's "Samurai 7" are available for download priced at $1.99 (U.S.) per episode. "We are very excited to make anime available for download to our fans in the United States," said Cary Deacon, CEO of Navarre Corporation. "Bringing ...Viz Media Named Master Licensor For Blue Dragon â„¢ 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...Viz-In Vol. 12, No. 12 (Fri 12-01-2000)
...nd art by Akira Toriyama -- b&w, 192 pages -- $14.95 USA/$23.00 CAN -- GDBZ004 -- SHIPS 3/7/01 VEGETA VS. THE WORLD Printed in the authentic right-to-left or "eastern," format, young Goku has grown up, and years of training have made him one of the Ear...Viz This WEek (Fri 09-15-2000)
...L creator Akira Toriyama is also known in his native Japan for the wildly popular DR. SLUMP, his previous manga series about the adventures of a mad scientist and his android "daughter." His hit series DRAGON BALL ran from 1984 to 1995 in Shueisha's we...Viz-in Vol. 12 No. 9 (Fri 09-01-2000)
...nd art by Akira Toriyama Viz graphic novel, b&w, 192 pages $14.95 USA/$23.00 CAN SHIPS 12/7 Cat # GDB0003 DON'T CALL HIM "CHESTNUT HEAD"...HIS NAME'S KURIRIN! The world's greatest martial arts manga! When young Son Goku, a super- strong boy with a monk...Viz-in Vol. 1, No. 2 (Wed 11-01-2000)
...nd art by Akira Toriyama -- b&w, 192 pages -- $14.95 USA/$23.00 CAN -- GDB0004 -- SHIPS 2/9/01 BATTLE OF THE CENTURY Son Goku, a super-strong boy with a monkey's tail, first left his mountain home with city-girl Bulma on a quest for the seven Dragon Ba...Anime Expo - Friday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)
...nced, the Akira film
books (no date but soon) and the original Lupin the Third
manga by Monkey Punch, which should be starting in
November. There will be more details on that release at
Comiccon.
I... 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-In Vol. 12 No. 7 (Sat 07-01-2000)
...nd art by Akira Toriyama b&w, 192 pages $14.95 USA/$22.50 CAN SHIPS 10/6 JUST ONE WISH The world's greatest martial arts manga! Meet a naive young monkey- tailed boy named Goku, whose quiet life changes when he meets a girl named Bulma who is on a ques...Viz Donates $100K in GN's to Libraries (Fri 06-16-2000)
...isodes of Akira Toriyama's hit martial arts manga! If you've seen Dragon Ball Z on the Cartoon Network, step back in time to the beginning of the story when all your favorite characters were younger, and the tone was lighter and funnier. Meet a naive ...Princess Mononoke
by Jon Turner (Sat 02-16-2002)
...ind, like AKIRA, NINJA SCROLL, and WICKED CITY. ^_^) For those of you who think that the violence in the film is useless, I include a quote from Hayao Miyazaki's essay for this film: "We depict hatred in this film, but only to show that there are more ... Metropolis
by Kristopher Zoleta (Sat 11-23-2002)
...Otomo (of Akira fame) to do the screenwriting. The movie would turn out to be the most expensive Anime movie of all time with a budget of $23 million dollars, at the height of the production over 400 people worked on the movie.
Animation
The animatio... Hikaru no Go Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 07-08-2005)
...h between Akira and Hikaru. Who will win? Which team will win? Even if the answer surprises you, the ensuing drama won't.
After the excitement of the tournament, there's nothing left for Hikaru and Kimihiro to do... except learn how to play more Go! i... Maison Ikkoku (Editor's Choice Edition) Vol.#07
by Megan Lavey (Wed 04-13-2005)
...s cousin, Akira. Kyoko believes Akira might be making the moves on Yusaku, but instead, Akira is using the situation to try and get together with her fiance - who her father is against. This modern-day Romeo and Juliet of sorts is absolutely hilarious.... Boys Over Flowers Vol. #06
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-18-2004)
...ojiro and Akira get some cover time as well with a close-up on their face. The back cover provides the logo again and a short summary of what the premise is. With a few shots from the show, a listing of extras and the episode numbers and titles, the co... GOJIRA (a.k.a. GODZILLA, 1954)
by Aaron Smith (Thu 06-07-2001)
Chosen by Akira Kurosawa as of one of Japan’s most important films, this story of a beast resurrected by atomic bomb tests balances entertainment with a moral allegory that is still felt strongly to this day. Though the film’s creators intended to make a ... Zenki Collection 3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-25-2002)
...17;s son, Akira. It takes awhile before you realize Akira is a boy however, because he looks very much like a girl.
It’s during the pitched battle, as we find out that the beasts are now more powerful than ever before, so much so that they can ... 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...Princess Princess Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-23-2007)
... to bring Akira Sakamoto more into the group. With his role as a future president seemingly assured, the training he\'s getting by Arisada has him doing a lot of work with the princesses.
The arrival of Akira in the previous volume didn\'t seem to sig... 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... 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 ... Samurai Deeper Kyo Vol.#07
by Jarred Pine (Thu 07-14-2005)
... takes on Akira/Ajira. Akira is sort of the male version of Okuni, he is full of information and teases everyone as well as the reader with his little leaks. Akira ends up backing down from Benitora after he senses his strong animosity that stops Aki... 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 ... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #1 (also w/box & t-shirt)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-18-2005)
...irl named Akira who turns out to have a similar looking creature of her own. Unlike Shiina though, Akira has linked with her creature and can view its thoughts and experiences. These things have caused Akira to not like it since one of the first things... Aria The Animation Season 1 Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-01-2008)
...nstructor Akira. The two are definitely alike and Aika is absorbing a lot of Akira’s traits, though some of them she seems to come by quite naturally. Akira is rather feisty by nature and that pushes against Aika, though Aika is almost much the s... 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... New Cutey Honey Collection Vol. #2
by Abraham Chinchilla Jr. (Sun 02-10-2002)
...prisoner, Akira (the DEVILMAN Akira), who refused to join Scorpion. Before she could be abused by a whip (and nearly having her body exposed) she transforms, beats up the men, and frees Akira. After nearly being defeated by one of Scorpion's best fight... 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 ... 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... 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 ... Bandai Visual USA Talks HD (Thu 06-07-2007)
...elease of Akira, but it has not set the release date. Akira is set for a July release in Japan; Akira has been released in the US by Geneon Entertainment but those rights may have lapsed in the interim. It is unclear if the statement at A-kon was talki...Viz-in Vol. 12 No. 8 (Tue 08-01-2000)
...nd art by Akira Toriyama b&w, 192 pages $14.95 USA/$23.00 CAN SHIPS 11/10 HEROES IN HEAVEN...AND HELL Akira Toriyama's action epic, as seen on the Cartoon Network, is now available in English in its original comic form! After years of training and adve...Hikaru no Go Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-08-2006)
...But rival Akira sees the similarities in the mystery player\'s game to the one he played with Hikaru, and will stop at nothing to discover the true identity of \"Sai\"!
Contains episodes 17-20.
Deja Vu
Akira vs. Sai
Hikaru\'s True Strength
The Roa... Hikaru no Go Vol. #02
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-03-2006)
...d enough, Akira Toya\'s got Hikaru on the run, eager to catch up and defeat this Go-playing upstart! Can Hikaru and his teammates win it all before their cover is blown?
Contains episodes 5-8:
An Inkling of an Awakening
A Game of Beauty
I\'m not go... GOJIRA
by Brian Thomas (Thu 09-07-2006)
...the great Akira Kurosawa. Another important player was the distinguished classical 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 follo... 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... Viz-in Vol. 1 No. 1 (Sun 10-01-2000)
...nd art by Akira Toriyama, b&w, 192 pages, $14.95 USA/$23.00 CAN, GDBZ0003, Ships 1/15/01 EARTH VS. THE SAIYANS Akira Toriyama's epic, as seen on the Cartoon Network, is the most awesome action manga ever made! After years of training and adventure, you...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, ...Hikaru no Go Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-28-2005)
...ikaru and Akira a well as a nice softer version of Sai behind them that brings in a mix of color but also keeps to the main colors of the game of Go with blacks and whites mixed around. While it may not be the most eye-catching of covers, it\'s one tha... Hermes: Winds of Love (Sat 03-30-2002)
...neer\'s \"Akira\" or ADV\'s \"Neon Genesis Evangelion\" (except for the first pressing of Vol. 1, anyway). In the case of \"Hermes,\" the screen is rather odd: you get a screencap of the opening \"Toei\" trademark sequence of their logo (actually their...My-Hime Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-04-2006)
...akumi and Akira in the midst of this. With Takumi learning some of what Akira has been hiding, their relationship has been somewhat murky. Interestingly, Takumi now sounds like he\'s a bit older than he has been in the past. Not only older but a little... Sailor Moon Super S TV Vol. #4
by Paul Grisham (Mon 10-07-2002)
... series. Akira Ishida delivers a truly poignant performance as the doomed Fish Eye, a role that could have fallen dangerously close to camp with the themes of cross dressing and false identity. The finale of this arc also carries a deep irony, in tha... X TV Soundtrack Vol. #1
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
...Maruyama/ Akira Shinohara/ Takuji Endo/ Yuichiro Saito (Mad House), Joichi Mizuno/ Keiichi Segawa (Kadokawa Shoten Publishing),
Shinji Komori/ Takenari Maeda/ Atsushi Kumagai (Bandai Visual), Yasunori Honda (Arts Pro), Yoji Sugiyama (Witchcraft), Akihi... Millennium Actress Collection Box (Fri 03-07-2003)
...cene from Akira Kurosawa\'s \"Throne of Blood\" plays an important role in the story, and even \"2001: A Space Odyssey\" makes an appearance. Kon obviously knows a great deal about the history of cinema, in particular Japanese cinema. Half the fun of t...Harmagedon Collectors Series (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayThe 20th Anniversary Collector’s Series Edition of one of the most groundbreaking anime films of all time! From anime giants Rintaro (X: The Movie) and Katsuhiro Otomo (Akira) the creators of METROPOLIS! A psychic princess suffers a ho...L/R Original Soundtrack
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
...rded by : Akira Kobayashi, Masala Nishid.
Billy’s track Recorded by : Keith Lewis at L.A.
Mastered by : Hiroshi Kawasaki (FLAIR)
Management Producer : Shirou Sasaki
Head of Promotion : Hiroyuki Abe
A&R Desk : Etsuyo Onishi
Sales Promotion : Toshi... Jin-Roh (DTS Edition) (-)
...Patlabor, Akira, etc). The staff also includes Hajime Mizoguchi (music), Tetsuya Nishio (key animation supervisor), and Kenji Kamiyama (animation director). The film has already made its tour of the art house circles by means of various film festivals ...Serial Experiments Lain Volume 4 (Fri 03-01-2002)
... into the Akira/Eva watch a few times to proper understand mold, but it certainly feels better in my mind than either of the other two. No matter what, it was certainly worth the price of admission.FeaturesEnglish Language, Japanese Language, English s...Wings of Honneamise (-)
...scores to Akira, Night on the Galactic Railroad, and Tale of Genji. The audio rating gets an A. There are three separate soundtracks on this disc: two-channel Japanese Dolby Surround, the two-channel English Dolby Surround, and a Japanese six-channel ...Princess Mononoke (Fri 06-21-2002)
...e an epic Akira Kurosawa samurai film with fantasy elements and ancient Japanese legends and myths mixed in. The story is extremely complex but underneath it\'s a story about man versus nature and the consequences of when man destroys the environment a...Strawberry Eggs Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-30-2003)
...d down by Akira, who finds himself being very much in love with Fuko and upset that she?s turned him away as she?s confused about her own love, that being Hibiki-as-sensei, we?ve got a lot of people acting somewhat out of sorts and generally avoiding e... Steamboy (also w/gift set)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-15-2005)
What They SayFrom acclaimed Akira director Katsuhiro Otomo comes this retro science-fiction epic starring the voice-acting talents of Anna Paquin, Alfred Molina, and Patrick Stewart!
Set in 19th Century Victorian England, Steamboy follows the harrowing e... Samurai 7 Vol. #6 (also w/limited edition)
by Justin Rich (Thu 07-06-2006)
...nking and Akira Kurosawa’s Samurai 7 right by his shoulder. To mark the volume there is a five in a diamond below the u of Samurai with FUNimation and Gonzo’s symbols on the bottom left corner. On the back is eight screen ca... Kaleido Star: New Wings Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-25-2006)
...ga artist Akira Shinozaki and series Associate Producer Toyo Ikeda,Production sketches,Clean opening animation,Clean closing animationReview EquipmentPanasonic PT50LC13 50" LCD RP HDTV, Toshiba HD-A1 Progressive Scan HD DVD player via HDMI -> DVI with ... Pokemon Vol. #01 (Brazil) (Sun 09-14-2003)
What They SayThis is the Brazillian release.The Review!At last, the first Brazilian anime DVD. Or should I say the first Pokémon DVD to be released on Brazil? It\'s a fact that Pokémon, like Akira, lives on it\'s own, as stand out products that will sell ...My-Hime Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-11-2006)
...ally with Akira " but we get the first full on confrontation between the HiME and the Foundation via Miyu and Alyssa.
Almost like birthing pains in a sense, Mai is forced to look at a new world and accept who she really is as there is a threat that a... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-05-2005)
...friend in Akira when the two arrive at Shiina\'s place to sort of escape from things and be with someone who is friendly with them. Akira\'s issues with her parents, never mind what they all saw in the previous battles, weighs heavily on her and she\'s... Samurai 7 Vol. #2 (also w/limited edition)
by Justin Rich (Wed 10-19-2005)
... left and Akira Kurosawa's Samurai 7 right bellowing his neck. To mark the volume is a two in a diamond below the u of Samurai with FUNimation and Gonzo's symbols on the bottom left corner. On the back is eight screen caps and episode listings. The rev... Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 06-19-2004)
...after the Akira generation and set the stage for a lot of SF action shows that follow. With its basis in Masamune Shirow\'s excellent manga series, the film went in its own direction while giving the nod to its source quite well. Seven years after the ... Daichis Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-18-2004)
...esence of Akira Kamiya as Mamoru. He\'s a completely surprising casting choice for the role since it\'s so completely unlike many of his past roles that hearing his voice coming from this kind of character just adds to the insanity of it all the more. ... Tree of Palme
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-21-2005)
What They SayFrom Takashi Nakamura, chief animation director on Akira, comes this visually compelling, existential retelling of the classic story of Pinocchio.
In a remote corner of the planet Arcana, Palme, a sentient android crafted from a mystical wo... Appleseed (also Special Edition / also SE w/figure)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-06-2005)
... previous Akira limited edition release but this one is designed to the same size as a regular keepcase and it snaps closed nicely. The front of the case has a great shot of Deunan and Briareos side by side with darkened colors that are really accentua... X TV Soundtrack Vol. #2
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
...Maruyama/ Akira Shinohara/ Takuji Endo/ Yuichiro Saito (Mad House), Joichi Mizuno/ Seiichi Hachiya/ Keiichi Segawa (Kadokawa Shoten Publishing), Shinji Komori/ Takenari Maeda/ Atsushi Kumagai (Bandai Visual), Yasunori Honda(Arts Pro), Fumio Miyata(Musi... Animazement Sets 07 Plans (Fri 01-05-2007)
The folks at Animazement have set their 2007 plans today by launching a new official information site and announcing that their Japanese guests include Kikuko Inoue, Satsuki Yukino, Akira Kamiya and Masao Maruyama!Right Stuf Bundles, Coupons and Deals (Thu 01-22-2004)
...ountdown: Akira Saga, Demon Beast Resurrection 2, E\'L Box Set, Girl Next Door, Rei-Rei, and Urotsukidoji: Hell on Earth Box Set. Super $4.99 DVD of the week: Power Stone DVD 1! There are many more specials than are listed here. Click me to see them a...Advance Review: Countdown (Sat 08-16-2003)
Softcel is still working through their catalog and one of their more interesting releases is the 08/26/2003 title Countdown: Akira Saga.Animerica Extra Update (Thu 06-24-2004)
...by Shouko Akira. According to the \"freetalks,\" they are both one volume short story collections focusing on shoujo romance. The SFX are translated and overlaid.The stories in Times Two \"deal with school and yearning for love.\" The first installment...Del Rey @ SDCC (Sun 07-17-2005)
...by Segami Akira (currently running in Weekly Shonen Magazine)Pink iPod of Doom (Tue 08-02-2005)
...c and the Akira SymphonicNew title announcements (Fri 08-23-2002)
...1/21/2003 Akira: DTS Edition - $24.98 - 124 minutes - 12/03/2002 Hellsing Vol. #3 - $44.98 - 75 minutes - 11/12/2002 The Hellsing figure will apparently be limited to about 5000 copies with the figure, and I can\'t be happier that Pioneer is trying thi...BAREFOOT GEN, Volume 6
by Nadia Oxford (Fri 04-11-2008)
...r brother Akira, who values responsibility above everything else. There is significant tension between the two by the end of volume six, and it will doubtlessly escalate as hunger and disease continue to constrict the survivors. The Dragonball Movie: Hooray or Nay?
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 01-03-2008)
...s author, Akira Toriyama, worked on the manga while Bird Studios wrote and animated the anime as the story unraveled. Toriyama often didn't have a certain installment ready in time for a new episode, so the show's writers had to whip up something of th... New DRAGONBALL Set Photos and Videos
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 01-16-2008)
...reated by Akira Toriyama; the work was also turned into a Japanese anime series that played all over the world. It tells the story of an alien sent to destroy Earth, who has a change of heart and decides to join the humans in their fight against variou... DRAGONBALL Pushed to April 2009
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 03-05-2008)
...reated by Akira Toriyama; the work was also turned into a Japanese anime series that played all over the world. It tells the story of an alien sent to destroy Earth, who has a change of heart and decides to join the humans in their fight against variou... FAIRY TAIL Volume 1
by Nadia Oxford (Mon 03-17-2008)
...e that of Akira Toriyama, another shonen master.
Fortunately, Fairy Tail has enough character to let it stand on its own, just far enough from its inspirations. Volume one retails for $10.95. Hikaru no Go Vol. #07
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-28-2007)
What They SayHikaru is determined to play his rival Akira Toya again, and he might have a chance when Ogata 9-Dan invites Hikaru to the Young Lions Tournament. However, while trying to qualify for the competition, Hikaru suffers a losing streak. Can Sai h... Critical Mass New Title Solicitation (Sat 01-06-2007)
Adding another of the former SoftCel library to their own, Critical Mass has put out a new adult solicitation:Countdown Akira - 87 minutes - $29.98 - 03/27/2007Dragonball Z TV #37: Androids - Assassins (Wed 12-24-2003)
... Human.\" Akira Toriyama himself stated that No. 17 and No. 18 were delinquent teenagers whom Dr. Gero converted. Thus, No. 16 and No. 19 are androids; No. 17, No. 18 and No. 20 are cyborgs, but you can safely use the term \"Artificial Humans\" to ref...Night on the Galactic Railroad (Tue 10-09-2001)
...ms like \"Akira Kurosawa’s Dreams\", \"The Seventh Seal\" by Bergman and the work of American director David Lynch. His film, \"Eraserhead\" was like living in a dream world, and while Night on the Galactic Railroad is less disturbing and abstrac...Wicked City: Special Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-14-2000)
..., such as Akira and Vampire Hunter D. It fit in quite well with what was coming out from Streamline at that time and those who were into it and getting their first exposure to anime were soaking it all up.
Of course, those were all dub only releases ... Wings of Honneamise
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-28-2000)
...ro Otomo (Akira), Mamoru Oshii (Patlabor, Ghost in the Shell) and Hayao Miyazaki (most everything Ghibli). These two do have a sense of humor about it all (\"We inspired Otomo and Oshii. We\'re pretty sure they liked what we did and copied it\" to para... Catnapped! The Movie
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-07-2000)
...rector on Akira, is the director and writer here. Chiaki Konaka who wrote the Lain screenplay was involved in the screenplay for this.
Catnapped follows a pretty basic story. Toriyasu, a young boy who has pretty much ignored his dog, and his kawaii s... Angels in the Court Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 03-28-2002)
What They SayFeaturing the voices of adult film stars Haven & Shayla LeVeaux. Akira Motoura, the former All-Japanese ace, commands the volleyball team of Aota Academy. He has a hard time adjusting to the team members who have many varied characteristics. ... Manga Review: Monkey High (Wed 05-21-2008)
Danielle\'s tackling a new series that kicked off from Viz Media recently with a look at their March 2008 release of Monkey High Vol. #1 by Shouko Akira.Small Bodied Manga Review (Fri 06-20-2008)
Matthew is catching up on this series from Del Rey Manga this week with a look at their January 2008 release of Kagetora Vol. #8 by Akira Segami.Macross TV Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-28-2001)
...80\'s had Akira. The early 90\'s generated a large number of fans with the arrival of multiple companies licensing titles.
For me, I\'ve always been firmly part of the Robotech generation. My first fansub was the Macross movie. The show was something ... Vampire Hunter D
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-17-2003)
...time when Akira and Wicked City were all the rage, Vampire Hunter D filled the role perfectly as the next best thing to broaden the action/blood and a spot of nudity that was the reason a lot of folks watched anime.
Being such a class, Urban Vision t... Jin-Roh (Sun 09-30-2001)
What They SayBased on the story and screenplay by Mamoru Oshii (\'\'Patlabor \'\' films, \'\'Ghost In The Shell\'\'), and directed by Hiroyuki Okiura who previously worked on both \'\'Akira\'\' and \'\'Ghost In The Shell\'\' as character designer and anim...El-Hazard, The Magnificent World Box Set
by Roman Martel (Sat 02-16-2002)
... with the Akira discs as well, but I didn't experience any difficulties with it. So Playstation 2 owners... beware.
-Content Review-
O.K. this is one of those series that was just totally fun from the beginning and has a perfect ending (for the first... Reborn! Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Tue 10-17-2006)
... manga-ka Akira Amano for taking the unbelievably tired formula of a weak young teenage boy finding his confidence, and turning it into something unique; even if the appeal might wear off about as quickly as the sugar high the targeted 13 and under rea... EDEN Vol.#05
by Jarred Pine (Wed 12-13-2006)
...ced since Akira--ironically another Dark Horse\'s release. This fifth installment is just another nail in the coffin, showcasing all the elements that make this an exciting and nail-biting manga.
So what\'s the key to Hiroki Endo\'s success? Character... Patriot Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Thu 06-15-2006)
... siblings Akira and Akina are staying up late making a ruckus, she finds out that they share a bond that she can never break. Now that they have been caught doing their naughty deeds, they must punish Mamma Yukino for what she has seen. They will punis... Project X Vol.#02 - Cup Noodle
by Sakura Eries (Mon 07-24-2006)
... Producer Akira Imai and two pages of character profiles. The back of the book includes an interview with Head of Noodle Development Kunio Matsumoto; 8 pages of B&W photos of the actual characters, different Cup Noodle products, and the Cup Noodle manu... Hikaru no Go Vol.#07
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 09-06-2006)
...including Akira. Hikaru sees his chance to impress his rival, but can he turn his losing streak around in time?The ReviewHikaru\'s luck has dried up and for good reason. As Hikaru has moved from armature middle school go tournaments to semi-pro player ... Love is Like a Hurricane Vol.#04
by Danielle Van Gorder (Tue 07-01-2008)
...tables on Akira and Izumi. Mizuki\'s class is planning a cafe, with Mizuki as the main attraction! But will he let himself be convinced to actually wear the frilly maid uniform that they picked out for him? And will he even attend the festival at al... Samurai Deeper Kyo Vol.#08
by Jarred Pine (Thu 08-25-2005)
...akened by Akira, who joins her and the other kidnappers from the Twelve as they make their way to the Ice Fortress that holds Kyo's body.
The rest of the volume does a great job of bouncing back and forth between Kyo's and Yuya's story as they start t... Samurai Deeper Kyo Vol.#10
by Jarred Pine (Mon 08-29-2005)
...are one. Akira, as expected, makes off with Kyo's body and heads to Kyoto. Shindara, along with Antera and Makora (Kotaro), takes Nobunaga's head and travels deep into the heart of the forest where the Mibu Clan resides, the ones who were responsible...