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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND
by Jeff Bond (Mon 06-04-2001)
Steven Spielberg has made four great movies in the span of his illustrious career: DUEL, JAWS, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK and CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND. You can throw in SCHINDLER’S LIST, but it’s got that unbearable `I could have done more` scene, ... Close encounters in ENTERPRISE's third season
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 08-06-2003)
Trek Today caught up with ENTERPRISE actor Connor Trinneer and found out some of the changes his character, the ship's engineer, will undergo in the show's third season. One of the new directions is intensifying the relationship between Trip and the ship'... A Brief History of Science Fiction, Horror & Fantasy at the Oscars
by Steve Biodrowski (Mon 03-27-2000)
...rving was CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND. I wouldn’t complain about the voters’ reluctance to give out two awards in the same category, but they had just done that very thing the year before with KING KONG and LOGAN’S RUN, neither of which deserved... 
A Brief History of Science Fiction, Horror & Fantasy at the Oscars
by Steve Biodrowski (Sat 03-25-2000)
...rving was CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND. I wouldn’t complain about the voters’ reluctance to give out two awards in the same category, but they had just done that very thing the year before with KING KONG and LOGAN’S RUN, neither of which deserved... The Remaking of STAR TREK, Part 11: The Jump to the Big Screen
by Edward Gross (Thu 12-30-1999)
...ielberg`s CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND found box office life, thus proving that science fiction most definitely could appeal to movie audiences of the 1970s and `80s. `Obviously the real reason the STAR TREK film finally got the go-ahead was... NOW AND AGAIN: Smart TV That Doesn't Know Where It's Going
by Edward Gross (Mon 05-01-2000)
...ting with CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND. Of course now we compete in a hundred-channel universe. The bottom line, when you pare away everything else, is that you’re telling a story. And I think as storytellers we have to be mindful of the fact tha... Your Cut
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 11-13-2007)
...of ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’ in one box set. So, if you like the version where Dreyfuss goes inside the mother ship or the version where we (the audience) don’t see inside the mother ship; you now have the footage to e... Steven Spielberg
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 06-17-2007)
...onscious
Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)--based off his childhoood movie Firelight
1941 (1979)
Indiana Jones & Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
E.T the Extra Terrestrial (1982)
Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
Indiana Jones & The T... Best Soundtracks of 2002 Part One
by Randall D. Larson (Wed 01-29-2003)
...ms in the CLOSE ENCOUNTERS vein
© 2002 Dreamworks
John OttmanVarese Sarabande 302-066-380-2John Ottman's wonderfully quirky, adventurous score nicely straddles the thin line between humor and horror. With a compelling main theme that exudes all t... THE SHADOW MEN
by Brian Thomas (Thu 06-24-2004)
...e violent close encounters prove that these MiBs are actually super-powered alien/human crossbreeds who prove to be very, very difficult to avoid.Science fiction TV veteran Bond (OUTER LIMITS, STAR TREK: TNG, SLIDERS, WAR OF THE WORLDS) does a nice job... Leading Crop Circle Researchers Ed & Kris Sherwood
by NICK REDFERN (Wed 03-16-2005)
...iencing a Close Encounters of the Third Kind, a series of UFO sightings, and a UFO book given to me under mysterious circumstances, stimulated me to read all I could about the subject, especially cases involving physical and biophysical evidence. "In e... Sci fi has never won Best Picture
by Mike Whybark (Fri 01-17-2003)
VARIETY takes a look at the longstanding preference of Academy voters to choose non-SF flicks for Best Picture in the Oscars.Passed-over films in the past have included 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND, ALIEN, BLADE RUNNER, and ot... Warner Bros. plans FORGE OF GOD trilogy
by Christopher Allan Smith (Mon 06-17-2002)
...usins of 'Close Encounters' realize we are here, and systematically and malevolently destroy us," Nolan said in VARIETY. He also commented on the 70 page scriptment which snagged Warner's interest. "A scripment allows you to make mistakes, throw in lon... STIR OF ECHOES on Disc
by Steve Biodrowski (Tue 02-01-2000)
...TERGEIST, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND) and goes on to credit the advice and suggestions gleaned from the many directors with whom he has worked in the past (Spielberg told him not to overdirect his child star; Brian DePalma suggested ways of sho... SUPERMAN on Compact Disc
by Randall Larson (Sat 03-11-2000)
After his success with the phenomenal STAR WARS in 1977 and the completion of his more modernistic work for CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND, composer John Williams returned to the world of heroic science fiction fantasy with a monumental score for SUPE... Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Tue 05-28-2002)
...ddle. For close encounters, Duke can also use his mighty boot kick. On his way through the levels Duke will be able to pick up various power-ups that can give him some special abilities such as increased weapon damage, invulnerability, and so on.Your e... The Lair of the Beasts: Mothman Resurfaces
by Nick Redfern (Sat 10-18-2008)
...aracters, close encounters with UFOs on isolated roads, and even the dreaded Men in Black (also, of course, immortalized on film - by Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith), it’s a roller-coaster of a journey that sees Barker–-road-trip-style&ndas... TV Wasteland: 5 TV Shows on DVD that are Perfect for Halloween
by Stephen Lackey (Mon 10-27-2008)
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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND (AMC, 8PM EST)
This film is Steven Spielberg’s vision of the first meeting of man and extraterrestrial. The film stars Richard Dreyfuss and Teri Garr,
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THE SIMPSONS (F... How close? Berry close to CATWOMAN
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 03-14-2003)
According to today's Variety, Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry is very close to becoming Warner Bros. newest CATWOMAN. As recently as last month The Hollywood Reporter was saying that it was Nicole Kidman who was the frontrunner for the part but it appe... FARSCAPE: The Sci Fi Channel Show Without The Reset Button
by Anna L. Kaplan (Mon 12-06-1999)
...it was in CLOSE ENCOUNTERS, where the aliens come down at the end of the film, and they stand there at length so we can all be in awe. I wanted to thrust a human being into mankind’s first contact with an alien race, and people aren’t standing around b... More messages found in Rorschach's Journal
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 07-02-2007)
...hades of 'Close Encounters', here). If you cut and paste them into Google Maps, you'll find it pointing right to the corner of 40th and 7th in New York City, which is exactly where Rorschach saw them coming out of a diner in the fifth issue.
Watch o... Interview with Ryan Schifrin of ABOMINABLE
by Don E. Peterson (Thu 10-05-2006)
...e feel of CLOSE ENCOUNTERS with FRIDAY THE 13TH and CREEPSHOW. How's that for a strange combination? CINESCAPE: What special features are on the DVD and what makes them cool? SCHIFRIN: We packed the DVD full of extras, as I know I love as much supple... School Rumble Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-31-2008)
...erence to Close Encounters of the Third Kind that you just never see in anime shows. The second half of the show is a bit weaker as Tenma takes on the personality of a cat but it has so many similar things to it that feels like it could work that you c... Alien Rock
by M. Steven Felty (Sat 12-03-2005)
...aving had close encounters with aliens when he was a child. Alien Rock is an entertaining read that certainly makes you wonder, but it also draws some conclusions that are loose and unwarranted. The fact that NASA often uses rock music as a wake up cal... Ruminations from the Wasteland
by Jason Davis (Mon 02-13-2006)
...ith their close encounters of the TV kind. While most ended up in the talkbacks, Brian Doucette wrote in to note that he once bumped into Rob Schneider on Hollywood Blvd. at 2am. I once bumped into a celebrity as well-- BABYLON 5's Mira Furlan--alas,... Has Spielberg Inherited Artificial Intelligence from Kubrick?
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 12-09-1999)
...rst since CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE FIRST KIND (although CE3K was handled by numerous other writers, according to Julia Phillips' book YOU'LL NEVER EAT LUNCH IN THIS TOWN AGAIN). STAR TREK: Special Effects Redux, Part II
by Frank Garcia (Sat 01-15-2000)
...ootage to CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND in a 1980 re-release. In this Special Edition, we witnessed Roy Neary enter the gigantic alien mothership, and we saw a special effects phantasmagoria inside. As with Lucas’ assertion, this is a case where i... JAWS on Compact Disc: Concerto For Sharks
by Randall D. Larson (Sat 12-16-2000)
...tored the CLOSE ENCOUNTERS score a couple of years ago, located the original session tapes from JAWS and made this sparkling new edition available in its original screen arrangements. The new opening is less a presentation of the theme than a menacing... Bah Humbug!
by STEPHEN LACKEY (Sun 12-17-2006)
...oliday!
CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND (SCIFI, 6pm PST)
Steven Spielberg’s classic film about two average people brought to an encounter with aliens. This is a timeless film with gorgeous cinematography and one of the most memorab... A.I.
by Jeff Bond (Wed 07-25-2001)
The most famous film composer ever to work in the genre has sometimes been a victim of the expectations his own enormous reputation creates. Since scoring such cinematic landmarks as JAWS, STAR WARS, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND and RAIDERS OF THE L... MISSION TO MARS
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 03-09-2000)
... to mimic CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND: the filmmakers apparently think we need that benevolent countenance to make us realize how magical and wonderful all this is. And then of course, to make the parallel even more pronounced, one of the human ... Mobile Forces
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Tue 06-11-2002)
... used for close encounters, but since you'll usually sight opponents from a great distance the weapon becomes pretty useless; especially if your enemy is armed with an M4. It would be logical to assume that for remote targets the sniper rifle is th... Report Card The Steven Spielberg Interview
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Tue 07-02-2002)
If there's a director today who can be perceived as being larger than life, it's Steven Spielberg. Considering the long list of film classics like JAWS, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, E.T., SCHINDLER'S LIST and SAVING PRIVATE... HORROR OF THE BLOOD MONSTERS
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Mon 08-12-2002)
...Zsigmond (CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND).Released by Image Entertainment, HORROR OF THE BLOOD MONSTERS boasts a decent print with a few unobtrusive impurities here and there and a nice and sturdy mono soundtrack. In terms of extras you get a fun c... VES Announces 50 Most Influential
by News Editor (Sat 05-12-2007)
...(1933) 8. Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) 9. Alien (1979) 10. The Abyss (1989) 11. The Empire Strikes Back (1980) 12. Metropolis (1927) 13. A Trip to the Moon (1902) 14. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) 15. The Wizard of Oz (1939) 16. Who Fr... Superman Returns' Musical Odyssey (Wed 06-28-2006)
...Jaws, and Close Encounters Of The Third Kind have been burned into the collective consciousness and earmarked as classics from here to eternity. Williams score for the 1978 film Superman is equally as memorable. So much so that when Bryan Singer signed...1-1 With Roberto Orci On Transformers (Tue 06-26-2007)
...be) like 'Close Encounters' which is a big spectacle, but it's about a man disintegrating. We wanted to make sure there was an equally valid human experience. It didn't have to be that deep necessarily, but I wanted it to be something real. And so wh...Silva Screen does Spielberg
by Randall Larson (Fri 04-29-2005)
...LOST ARK, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND; E.T., JURASSIC PARK, SCHINDLERS' LIST, and THE TERMINAL, among others. This 28-track collection highlights Spielberg's incredible career as director and producer, whose films are inextricably linked with th... Webs. Robots. Wolves. Marionettes. And the Bad Color.
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 08-05-2004)
...TAR WARS, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS E.T. SUPERMAN, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK and the other usual ones; plus interpretations of themes from GONE WITH THE WIND, CHARIOTS OF FIRE, THE PINK PANTHER, and a fistful of American standards. A nice Best-Of theme collection... Tron 2.0
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Tue 08-26-2003)
... good for close encounters, while others are very effective at long range. Throughout the entire game, you'll surely find yourself using the Data Disc quite often. This is a basic weapon. Using it doesn't consume energy and its solid structure ... InuYasha (Action Edition) Vol.#18
by Megan Lavey (Mon 07-26-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Rumiko TakahashiTranslated by:Mari MorimotoAdapted by:What They SayThe ReviewThe demon Naraku's origin as a human may prove to be his secret weakness, as the priestess Kikyo has begun to realize. Can the evil mastermind bring ... Gungrave Vol. #7
by Paul Jacques (Wed 01-17-2007)
What They SayGrave\'s success in dismantling Millennion has come at a steep cost. The constant fighting and the many attacks he suffers have left his wounded body weakened and he may not last long enough to finish the job. Fortunately, he might not have t... Close the Last Door Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 10-30-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yamada YugiTranslated by:Melanie SchoenAdapted by:Melanie SchoenWhat They SayWhat would you do if your crush of many years suddenly got married?! After attending his beloved Saitoh\'s wedding, broken-hearted Nagai gets a littl... Demon City Shinjuku
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-01-1998)
What They SayThe near future. The glittering skyline of Tokyo now lies broken and crumbling under the weight of an oppressive evil: The tyrannical Rebi Rah.
Rah has transformed Shinjuku, the heart of Tokyo, into a city of demons - and that\'s just the b... Jiburiru Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-29-2005)
What They SayThe Review!Asumo begins his next plan to defeat Jiburiru after he puts his own little sex powered player through some discipline.
Audio:
For our primary viewing session, we listened to this show in its original language of Japanese. It\'s t... Avenger Complete Collection
by brettbarkley (Fri 11-11-2005)
The Review!A very ambitious anime with a great look, a cool soundtrack, and very appealing packaging, but does it live up to its own ambitions?
Audio:
While not having a tremendous amount of activity in the rear speakers, the Avenger Complete Collection... 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...Robotech Legacy Set 6
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-20-2002)
What They SayNew Generation 1: The Next Wave
The powerful third act of Robotech begins as the Robotech Defense Force - exhausted by years of intergalactic warfare - is finally defeated by mysterious aliens known as Invid. The fate of mankind rests in the ... Reincarnation
by Tim Janson (Tue 07-03-2007)
At the risk of being thought of as a shill for J-Horror films, I really didn’t want to like Reincarnation as the best entry into the After Dark Horrorfest, it just sort of worked out that way. Actually, I’d say it was pretty close between... Demon Lord Dante Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Luis Cruz (Sun 06-06-2004)
What They SayRyo Utsugi has been disturbed by nightmares of being attacked by a gigantic, demonic creature with blood dribbling from its teeth. One day, he develops a mysterious power to hear voices and foresees horrifying images of women being killed. T... Kono Minikuku mo Utsukushii Sekai Vol. #3 (Mon 06-27-2005)
What They SayNormal high-school student Takeru Takemoto encounters a bright light during his part-time motorcycle delivery job. He stops and looks around, and sees a beautiful girl named Hikari emerging from a shining cocoon in the woods. Takeru falls for...UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie Screener Release
by Mike Dungan (Mon 01-30-2006)
What They SayIn the future, Earth is a very different place. Interplanetary travel and alien encounters are commonplace. In fact, maybe a bit too commonplace - considering that a mystical, otherworldly maiden named Valkyrie has crashed her spaceship into ... Witch-Hunting, Mercedes Lackey, Dietz, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-03-2006)
Mercedes Lackey hits the shelves today with continuations of both her Elemental Masters and The Dragon Jousters series, Koji Suzuki's final installment of the Ring trilogy gets its stateside paperback debut, and Dietz releases his new hard SF thriller fre... Figure 17 Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-31-2004)
What They SayThe events of today from this point on will cause the bond between the two girls to grow ever stronger, but little do the girls know that something strange is happening to Hikaru...The Review!Reeling from the events of the last volume, the gi... Feb. 25 March 3: The Return of Duchovny
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 02-25-2002)
Never say never again.David Duchovny will reprise his role as Fox Mulder in the two-hour series finale of THE X-FILES on May 19.Wow, that almost makes me want to watch the show again. Almost.X-FILES creator Chris Carter promises to wrap up the whole mytho... Junk Vol.#02
by Matthew Alexander (Wed 05-16-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kia Asamiya Translated by:Yoshihiro WatanabeAdapted by:Ailen LujoWhat They SayDetective Fujiwara is keeping a close watch on Hiro as he moves to his own apartment. This does little to stifle Hiro\'s many extracurricular activi... Red Angel Vol.#01
by Danielle Van Gorder (Mon 05-26-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Makoto TatenoTranslated by:Duane JohnsonAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayMika, a transfer student, is a girl as beautiful as an angel. She invites her new friend Nana to her house, where Mika\'s brother Koryu fascinates her. But bet... KAMUI Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Wed 01-25-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Shingo NanamiTranslated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:What They SaySpirits known as kamui are thrown into chaos when the sacred spirit Okikurumi is taken from Atsuma’s village, and the imbalance threatens to destroy Ear... King of the Lamp Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 03-11-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takako ShigematsuTranslated by:Christine SchillingAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayBe careful what you wish for! Long ago, the king of a far-away land made too many enemies by expanding his massive harem. Punished and sealed away in... Manga Mania
by Allen Divers (Mon 05-26-2003)
I've collected comics in one form or another since 1982. It started with a weekly trip to the local Magic Mart and later moved to a little comic book specialty store called Gulf Coast Comics. I think it's safe to say I have a bit of an affinity for the ... Not your typical MONSTER movie
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-01-2004)
Faithful readers will recall columns last year in which I was begging for new equipment, willing to sell out by saying nice things about plasma TVs and DVD players in exchange for "donated" products. Well, so far no manufacturers have taken me up on my ge... Full Metal Panic! The Second Raid Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-07-2007)
What They SayAs the Chinese conflict rages on, hostilities reach a fever pitch. The final countdown hastens near. The SRT offensive is launched, but Sousuke has abandoned his post. Cryptic messages from a bloody past lead the young mercenary to face his d... Genre Oscar Winners of the Past: The List (Sat 03-25-2000)
...aro (1979)CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND - Vilmos Zsigmond (1977)(Color) JOAN OF ARC - Joseph Valentine, William V. Skall, Winton Hoch (1948)(BW) THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY - Harry Stradling (1945)(BW) THE SONG OF BERNADETTE - Arthur Miller (1943)(...Lambro of the Living Dead
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 03-16-2006)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS Watching the film, there is little to relish about 1973's CRYPT OF THE LIVING DEAD, which was released in England as VAMPIRE WOMAN and may be found on DVD sales bins as YOUNG HANNAH: QUEEN OF THE VAMPIRES. It's a mishmash of a ... 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 ...Press Release: Crunchyroll Provides Promotional Sneak Peek of TOKYOPOP's Princess Ai: Encounters
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-16-2008)
San Francisco, CA (September 15, 2008) - Online media distributor leader Crunchyroll will host a promotional sneak peek of the latest edition of TOKYOPOP¹s celebrated Princess Ai manga franchise, co-created by DJ Milky and rock star Courtney Love. In... Close-up pictures of 'Blade II' Action Figures (Mon 08-04-2003)
Action Figure Times has some close up pics of of the 'Blade II' action figures including Blade's bike, weapons and bad-ass shades.InstaContests Close (Tue 07-06-2004)
The last of our InstaContests over the weekend has come to a close and our extra copy of Gungrave Vol. #1 has gone to Wayne Pillion.'American Splendor' to close Edinburgh Film Fest
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 07-09-2003)
The biographical feature based on Harvey Pekar's comic is set to close out this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival.
Selma Blair close to 'Superman' (Tue 01-13-2004)
From the Fango Con: There was a bit noise going on for Selma Blair when she announced that she's 'this close' to doing the new "Superman" movie.Walkin' Butterfly Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Wed 07-02-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Chihiro TamakiTranslated by:HC Language SolutionsAdapted by:HC Language SolutionsWhat They SayAs a tall girl, Michiko has never fit in... literally. Her height is matched only by her complex about it. But while delivering pizz... 'Close To Home' star swims to new "Aquaman" series (Wed 03-15-2006)
Rick Peters ("Close to Home") has joined the cast of The CW's Aquaman series according to Variety.MUMMY 3 Close to Wrapping
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-23-2007)
It looks like THE MUMMY: TOMB OF THE DRAGON EMPEROR is close to wrapping up its principal photography according to the latest blog from director Rob Cohen.
As you can see from the new video from Todd Grossman, the production of “The Mummy: Tomb of... Romero's DEAD to Close Vegas
by News Editor (Tue 05-10-2005)
George A. Romero's LAND OF THE DEAD has been chosend to close the CineVegas Film Festival on June 18 at the Palms in Las Vegas. Romero will also receive the fest's 2005 Vanguard Director Award.The film stars Simon Baker, Dennis Hopper, Asia Argento, Rober... LAIR OF THE BEASTS: On the Trail of American Werewolves
by Nick Redfern (Sat 09-06-2008)
As any and every fan of horror movies will be acutely aware, Hollywood has had a long-standing fascination with those shape-shifting creatures of the night known as werewolves. In 1941, Universal Pictures released its classic movie The Wolf Man starring L... Book Buzz: From Novik to Heinlein and George R.R. Martin, Deluxe Editions
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-28-2008)
In an overloaded release schedule of sci-fi, horror and fantasy book debuts a few reduxes by renowned authors George R.R. Martin, Robert A. Heinlein, Philip K. Dick, and Naomi Novik stand out amongst dozens of new titles.
The month of July has se... Iron Wok Jan Vol.#08
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Thu 07-22-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Saijyo ShinjiTranslated by:Sahe KawaharaAdapted by:What They SayThe spring roll contest is nearly decided between Jan, Kiriko and Celine, when a confident Okonogi struts in with his own dazzling treat! Who will win the honor o... Korean Manga 'Priest Close to Live Action Movie Deal (Mon 07-21-2003)
ICv2 is reporting that Tokyopop is close to signing a deal that could pave the way for a live action movie based on 'Priest,' a popular "manwha" (Korean manga) title by Min-Woo Hyung.Hanks close to finding BIG LOVE with HBO
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 01-06-2004)
Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman's Playtone Productions are close to selling a pilot to HBO called BIG LOVE says The Hollywood Reporter. Written by Will Schaffer and Mark V. Olsen, the story is about the subject of bigamy, when people get married to someone wh... CLOSE YOUR EYES
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 04-23-2004)
CLOSE YOUR EYES is proof that horror doesn't have to be wholly unpredictable in order to work very well. This adaptation of Madison Smartt Bell's novel DOCTOR SLEEP, directed by Nick Willing from a screenplay by Willing and William Brookfield, has echoes ... Clooney close to playing MAGNUM P.I.?
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 03-17-2004)
Yahoo Movies is reporting that George Clooney is "close to signing" to play the big screen version of MAGNUM P.I.. The site also reports that LL Cool J is the leading candidate to play Magnum's helicopter flying buddy T.C.; reportedly, the Cool J met with... GaoGaiGar King of Braves - Premium Box Collection 2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-21-2008)
Gaogaigar, a giant robot epic 65 million years in the making… What They Say: Gai, Galeon, Volfogg, ChoRyuJin, Goldymarg, Mic Sounders and Mamoru. These are brave heroes who hold the fate of humanity in their hands! The Four Machine Kings fina... Interlude
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 04-08-2005)
What They SayIn a world where the power of imagination becomes reality, the young, powerful minded Mutsuki creates a utopia for herself and her brother. Then comes the mysterious Aya who enters this world to vie for the affections of Mutsuki\'s older bro... Mospeada, Genesis Climber Box Set
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)
What They SayThe Earth has been invaded by the mysterious Inbit, and it\'s up to a handful of survivors from Mars Colony to liberate the planet. After an unsuccessful first attempt to retake the Earth, the inhabitants of Mars Base are ready to try again. ... BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (2003)
by Jason Davis (Sun 03-06-2005)
When Dr. Gaius Baltar develops a means of detecting Cylons in the fleet, President Laura Roslin and Commander William Adama decide that high-ranking personnel in key positions should be Baltar's first test subjects. While Roslin suggests Adama go first, ... Irresponsible Captain Tylor OVA Limited Edition Ultra Box Set
by Brett Barkley (Tue 04-11-2006)
What They SayThe amazing sequel to The Irresponsible Captain Tylor TV Series is finally available in sterling release it deserves - a Limited Edition Collector\'s Ultra Box Set!
This astounding collection includes: all three Irresponsible Captain Tylor ... Azumanga Daioh Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-14-2004)
What They SayBox set to come with lapel pins.
In Miss Yukari\'s English class, every day is an adventure. First off, there\'s the teacher herself. A bit of an air-head, she may have graduated from high school, but she sure hasn\'t left.
And with the ar... One: True Stories
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-21-2005)
What They SayKohei was an ordinary student until he met a young woman with a memory problem. In the mornings, she awakes with no memory of what she did the night before. With this, Kohei begins a series of midnight encounters with her and the other women ... Dark Shell Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-28-2004)
What They SayContains both Dark Shell DVDs 1 and 2 in one complete box set!
At the end of World War II, after dividing up the nation, the countries that defeated Japan failed to rule the island. As a result, many independent powers were established. The... STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION - THE KILLING SHADOWS
by Matthew F. Saunders (Wed 09-13-2000)
Outer space holds many wonders and mysteries. The final frontier to numerous poets, scientists and explorers, it boasts fascinating interstellar phenomenon to eulogize and research, and many strange new worlds and civilizations to explore. But if you don’... Feedback to Improper Censorship in Shoujo Anime
by Justin Strauss (-)
These are segments from the replies that you, the readers, have sent in. These particular ones relate to a topic that is quite important to me, the censorship of shoujo anime. The following quotes from you guys will be in bold text (those parts are the qu... Rahxephon Vol. #7
by Paul Jacques (Wed 02-09-2005)
What They SayAt long last, the war with the Mu reaches its climax. The truths that have been hidden are finally revealed. As Ayato stands on the brink of making the ultimate choice, the future of not just one man and one woman, but of two sentient races, ... Close to THE SHIELD
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 10-21-2004)
Detective Vic Mackey will have a new boss when THE SHIELD starts its fourth season next year. Emmy-award winning actress Glenn Close is joining the cast of FX Network's tough police drama where she will play the new captain of the precinct where Michael C... Strawberry Panic Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-19-2008)
What They SayNagisa Aoi is a young girl about to embark on a new chapter in her life. She\'s just transferred to a new all-girls high school, one of three in the area. At first, she\'s excited about the new friends, new surroundings, and new activities th... Azumanga Daioh Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-13-2004)
What They SayPair off and square off. This year the classroom is a battlefield! Who will come out victorious when it\'s classmate vs. classmate; Sakaki vs. the killer kitties; and teacher vs. teacher? Don\'t skip class because you won\'t want to miss the ... Trigun Maximum Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 08-27-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yasuhiro NightowTranslated by:Justin BurnsAdapted by:What They SayVASH THE STAMPEDE RISES AGAIN!
Vash the Stampede can't seem to escape peril since he came out of two years' hiding. Travelling across a dusty planet back to his... PREACHER - Part I
by Jason Bovberg (Wed 08-23-2000)
So the time of Preacher is coming to an end. As we say goodbye to the friends we made and the adventures we shared in this powerfully affecting comic, the time has come to take a look back on what made this masterpiece rise above the vast majority of 20th... Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Vol. #06
by Kim Wolstenholme (Tue 11-29-2005)
What They SayThe war between Earth and its space colonies has turned childhood friends Kira and Athrun into enemies. In their Mobile Suits (giant manned robots), they undergo a life-changing epic. Mobile Suit Gundam Seed, one of the latest series situat... SPOOKY ENCOUNTERS
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 04-12-2005)
Those whose first exposure to Hong Kong comedy is KUNG FU HUSTLE will probably feel the urge to check out more of the lighter side of Asian cinema, and they could do worse than to check out this 1980 entry (aka ENCOUNTERS OF THE SPOOKY KIND), part of Fox’... SO CLOSE
by Brian Thomas (Tue 01-27-2004)
CHIK YEUNG TIN SAI, as it’s known in China, has been generally advertised in America as the "Chinese CHARLIE’S ANGELS" by distributor Columbia TriStar (home of the ANGELS franchise, who also gave it a limited stateside theatrical release). But outside of ... Scrapped Princess Vol. #1 (also w/ Artbox + Limited Edition Figure)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-15-2005)
What They SayPacifica Cassul is known as the \"Scrapped Princess.\" According to prophecy, she is the poison that will destroy the world on her 16th birthday. In order to avoid being killed, she must secretly wander the lands along with her two siblings w... Surfacing with Josh Pate
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 10-10-2005)
..., like in CLOSE ENCOUNTERS, rather than stuff that can get really broad. Like, the government response isn't really believable, and that is what I was most intent on trying to avoid. The tone stayed the same, but I had to add a couple of characters a... Wings of Honneamise
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-28-2000)
What They SayAn epic tale of a civilization\'s first faltering steps into space, set in an alien world that is strangely familiar to our own. When cadet Shiro Lhadatt signs up with the Royal Space Force, he encounters ridicule and apathy from manipulative... HBO Keeps Getting My Money
by STEPHEN LACKEY (Sun 12-03-2006)
Just when I think I can drop HBO and cut back on my cable bill they always manage to pull a fast one on me. I was planning to stay with the channel long enough to finish out the SOPRANOS and then re-evaluate my subscription. I’ve foll... Music à la Melle
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 11-11-2004)
...r one for CLOSE ENCOUNTERS 0F THE THIRD KIND, and he also did BRAINSTORM with Doug Trumbull. He's a wonderful sound mixer and of course he helped a lot on that. I think, when you're working in a situation where you don't really have as large of an orch... Noir Vol. #4: Death Warrant
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-01-2003)
What They SayIn a world where no one is what they seem, faith and trust become the key objectives and ultimate goal. Driven by the machinations of the mysterious Chloe, Altena and an all new crime family, Kirika and Mireille must fight for their lives bo... Inu Yasha Vol. #21
by Luis Cruz (Wed 09-08-2004)
What They SayWhen 15 year-old Kagome Higurashi falls down a well she finds herself magically transported to medieval Japan, a place where the countryside is inhabited by demons and goblins. Before long, she encounters a demon named Inuyasha, a dog who has... Madlax Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 12-22-2005)
What They SayA language long forgotten has awakened – and anyone who has allowed it to cross either their eyes or lips has felt its eerie repercussions. Just as detective Maclay Morini was closing in on a murder case, the words entranced him into mi... Gantz Vol. #09
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-31-2005)
What They SayWith only a handful of players still alive, the third game continues grimly forward. But how can beings of flesh and blood defeat a monster made of metal, armed with dozens of weapons and with the ability to repair any battle damage it takes ... E's Otherwise Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 11-02-2005)
What They SayWhen Kai vanishes before Asuka’s very eyes, he finds himself in a strange sanctuary filled with psychics very much like himself—psychics being used and manipulated by powerful players. But these gifted mutants are different. Why? ... The Ghosts and Mr. Shalhoub
by Pamela Harland (Fri 10-26-2001)
No matter what kind of film is your "kind of film," you are sure to eventually come across character actor Tony Shalhoub. He has appeared in children's films (PAULIE), sci-fi comedy (GALAXY QUEST), heavy drama (BIG NIGHT), action (THE SIEGE) and now hardc... Lost Universe Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-13-2001)
What They SayThere was always something a little strange about Rail Claymore, Kain?s contact in the Universal Guardians. But who knew that he was a spy feeding information to the dark forces? Now that this former friend is on the lam Kain, Millie, and Can... Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #2 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 01-08-2007)
What They SayTwo Guyvers collide. One will fall, and another will rise again. With each passing day, the evil grip of the Chronos Corporation seems to tighten on Sho. When his friend Mizuki is targeted by a powerful Zoanoid and innocent lives are lost, ... Ninja Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-17-2005)
What They SayWhat is the mystery behind the hidden past of Shinjyo Reiko? How did Mashiba Aya, who was killed by the parasite bug, reappear again? Trouble after trouble comes to Yatsurugi Shinobu. The drama in the institute has finally come full circle.Th... Red Garden Vol. #2 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-20-2007)
What They SayLife is harder when you’re dead. Under orders from the mysterious Lula, four young high school girls struggle with the fact that they are, indeed, dead. Now, living on “borrowed lives,� they are forc... DVD News and Release Info for August 21
by John Thonen (Tue 08-21-2001)
VIDEO NEWS· SHREK has already claimed this year's top box office title. It's November 2nd DVD release may claim other records as well as DreamWorks launches the title, at sell-through prices, with their bigg... Glass Sky Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Tue 01-22-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yugi Yamada Translated by:Digital Manga PublishingAdapted by:Digital Manga PublishingWhat They SayEveryone thought Naoki was a little flamboyant and he was used to getting teased for it. But when Yada glanced at him he felt ... Twelve Kingdoms Vol. #05: Forgotten
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-30-2004)
What They SayA new ruler is to be named and the decision rests with Taiki. Many have come in hope that the Heavens will bestow upon one the grand title, Ruler of Tai. Of all the people Taiki encounters, none seem to invoke any sign from the Heavens.
Whe... Embracing Love: Cherished Spring
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-28-2008)
What They SayKyousuke Iwakai and Youji Katou are two of the hottest stars of Japan\'s all-male adult film industry. They share the dream of shedding the bonds of their trade and emerging as true actors. The two share many sordid encounters on and off the ... Ergo Proxy Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-20-2007)
What They Sayincent finds himself in an unfamiliar room where a mysterious individual who seems to know him quite well confronts him. While Vincent struggles against his inner demons, the delicate balance of control in Romdo begins a slow descent into cha... Train Man: Densha Otoko
by Sakura Eries (Thu 03-22-2007)
What They SayComputer engineer Otaku is an average young man, dressed in unstylish clothes and dorky glasses. But as luck would have it, he encounters a pretty young woman on a commuter train and saves her from a lecherous molester, falling in love with h... A Time To Screw
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-12-2006)
What They Say\"There was no time here... until you brought it with you.\"
A young man wakes up in an old mansion, isolated among high, snow-topped peaks. The maids tell him that he was carried there after hitting his head, but he doesn\'t remember a thin... Gad Guard Vol. #6/7
by Bryan Morton (Thu 10-19-2006)
What They SayLife without Thunderbolt has been very taxing on Takumi who must learn a new way to live. Meanwhile, Hajiki continues his soul searching and makes new friend in a girl who creates beautiful glass sculptures. But there is more to this girl tha... Vanilla Series: Rxxx
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-23-2006)
What They SayProducers Shuuta Biwajima and Chikara Niki (MAID SERVICE / PRIVATE SESSIONS / DEBTS OF DESIRE) are back with their latest twisted tale! In Rxxx: PRESCRIPTION FOR PAIN, the naughty nurses of Misono General Hospital are about to be swept up in ... Rozen Maiden Traumend Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-04-2008)
The game is underfoot as pressure mounts of the maidens to take up the fight, especially as Suigintou reenters the picture.
What They Say
Life returns back to normal within the Sakurada household, however, there remain a few dolls still intent on bec... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #7
by Brett Barkley (Thu 03-15-2007)
What They SayIt's time to play family feud, but the fun n' games are over, as Fenrir and Yamino are forced to choose between father and sister. Will Ragnarok, war of the gods, be nothing more than a family reunion gone afoul? And what's to become of Mayur... Bleach Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 11-15-2006)
What They SayFifteen-year-old Ichigo Kurosaki never asked for the ability to see ghosts - he was born with the gift. When his family is attacked by a Hollow - a malevolent lost soul - Ichigo encounters a Soul Reaper and absorbs her powers. Now, he\'s dedi... Rurouni Kenshin Vol.#11
by Megan Lavey (Sat 02-12-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Nobuhiro WatsukiTranslated by:Kenichiro YagiAdapted by:What They SayWith Misao's help, Kaoru finally manages to locate Kenshin in Kyoto - at the home of Hiko Seijuro, his master in the school of Hiten Mitsurugi. Having convinc... Maison Ikkoku (Editor's Choice Edition) Vol.#06
by Megan Lavey (Fri 08-27-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Rumiko TakahashiTranslated by:Yuji OnikiAdapted by:What They SayGrandma Godai comes for an extended visit and manages to meddle in Yusaku\'s love life at every turn. Before she leaves, Grandma brokers a dream date for her wish... Angel Blade Returns
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-15-2006)
What They SayThe jiggling juggernaut of justice is back to deal her special brand of bouncing, buxom punishment to the evildoers who have kidnapped her best friend. As the helpless coed writhes in the clutches of her sadistic captors, only one thing is ce... Dazzle (aka: Hatenko Yugi) Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Fri 02-17-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Minari EndohTranslated by:Yoohae YangAdapted by:What They SayA young girl named Rahzel is abruptly sent off to see the world by her father. She is alone on her journey... until she meets Alzeido, a mysterious lone traveler on ... Rurouni Kenshin Vol. #17: Holy War
by Zubin Kumana (Fri 05-31-2002)
The Review!The third volume of the Tales of the Meiji series, and the second volume of the Christian Saga (a.k.a. the Shimabara Arc), Holy War takes a deep turn into the characters lives, bringing out emotions rarely elicited from the best of anime. If y... Jin-Roh
by Steve Power (Sun 03-24-2002)
The Review!In a very different Tokyo from the one we know today, the totalitarian government rules with an iron fist. But a group called "The Sect" is staging demonstrations and challenging the government's martial law. Constable Fuse of the Capital Polic... Batman: Gotham Knight (also w/special edition)
by Bryce Coulter (Fri 09-05-2008)
Can an anime version of Batman hold a candle next to the recently released Batman movies? Even the animated series of the 90’s?What They SayAcclaimed screenwriters including David Goyer (Batman Begins), Josh Olson (A History of Violence) and Alan Bu... Hentaipalooza Collection Vol. #2 (Fri 02-29-2008)
What They SayJapanAnime Proudly Presents \"The Best Selling Combo Titles!\" CAGE: This hot original manga is authored and written by the infamous mind of Uzuki Nakamura, who\'s already renowned world wide for his achievement in realistic yet perverse ani...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... Blue Gender Box Set (Viridian Collection)
by Mark Thomas (Mon 04-14-2008)
What They SayYuji, a high school teenager, discovers that he has a new incurable virus. With life looking very bleak, he\'s left only one option - hope that the future may hold a cure. With his decision made, he opts to undergo artificial hibernation...
... Ranma 1/2: Random Rhapsody Vol. #5 (Tue 09-25-2001)
What They SayAs the Tendo family prepares for Christmas, Ranma goes missing. A routine search brings in the usual troublemakers, but still no Ranma. Will Akane find Ranma in time to spend Christmas with him? Then, the cold weather brings an unnatural sn...Legend of Himiko Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 09-15-2002)
What They SayProduced by Ouji Hiroi (creator of Sakura Wars and Virgin Fleet)!
War ignites among enemy camps, and both sides desperately seek Himiko, an Earth girl with the power to save, or destroy them all. But even as a fugitive, Himiko has found all... Betterman Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 02-02-2003)
What They SayHinoki and Keita inch ever closer to discovering the secret of Algemon - A new attack begins anew. Everyone is assaulted by mirror images of themselves, revealing images of the past, a side of each person that have long been buried and unspok... Pokemon Vol. #01: Choose You! Pikachu!
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)
What They SayAsh Ketchum wantsito become theibest Pokemon traineriin theiwhole world byicapturing all 150 of theiknown Pokemon. However, Ash must learnito get along with his first Pokemon, theicut, quirky, andihigh-voltage Pikachu!
Afteria bumpy start, A... I'm Gonna Be An Angel Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 03-14-2004)
What They SaySo...I?ll Show You I Can Fly!
Noelle is trying her hardest to become an angel for her \"husband\" Yuusuke. Even when she and her family take over his house and things get crazy, Yuusuke just can?t leave Noelle on her own. The Monster World Ag... Brain Powered Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-14-2002)
What They SayHime, a seemingly normal girl, has her life forever changed when she witnesses the birth of an antibody (a type of mecha) and becomes its pilot. A new life full of danger, excitement, and intrigue awaits. But is that what she wants?
Created... Serial Experiments Lain Volume 3 (Fri 03-01-2002)
What They SayI am God in the wired… I created you, Lain. There are rumors that Lain is stealing people’s secrets and spreading them in the wired. Her friends, including Arisu, abandon Lain, and even her parents leave, telling Lain that they ar...Malazan Builds Momentum
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 03-06-2007)
Anne Bishop jumpstarts the Ephemera series, Craig Gardner delves into Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars’ theological motifs get the Gospel treatment in this week’s edition of the Buzz.
Goodday to all you Maniacs and glad to see yo... The Savage Sword of Conan Vol. 1
by Tim Janson, Columnist (Sun 02-03-2008)
Dark Horse has been reprinting Marvel Comics’ color Conan comics for a few years but now they are adding the Conan stories from the black & white Savage Sword of Conan Magazine. This volume one Omnibus edition features 544 pages and include... Moon Boy Vol.#01
by Ron Quezon (Mon 07-23-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:YoungYou LeeTranslated by:HyeYoung ImAdapted by:HyeYoung Im / J. TorresWhat They SayApart from the fact that the color of her eyes turns red when the moon rides, Myung-Ee is your average, albeit boy-crazy, 5th grader. After pi... Dirty Pair Flash: Angels in Trouble
by Paul Jacques (Wed 10-08-2003)
What They SayLook out universe! When the galaxy-wide World Welfare & Works Agency unleashes the infamous Dirty Pair, it\'s every sentient being for itself! From the best-selling novels by Haruhiko Takachiho comes the apocalyptic saga of two young women de... Paprika
by Jennifer Rocks (Tue 03-04-2008)
What They SayA group of brilliant scientists have developed a form of psychotherapy with the invention of a machine which enables a person to enter another\'s dreams. When the device is stolen by a “dream terrorist, it is up to Atsuko Chiba, ... Ah! My Goddess The Movie - DTS Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 11-09-2005)
What They SayTrouble in Paradise! Belldandy\'s mentor mentor, Celestin, was imprisoned for attempting to overthrow the Goddess system, but now he\'s back! Using a system virus, Celestin, corrupts the Goddess system and removes all of Belldandy\'s memor... Kino's Journey Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by J.J. Matthews (Tue 02-28-2006)
What They SayDestination is a state of mind. Travelers not only find themselves in a variety of locations and geographic phenomena, but they also bare witness to the whims of culture and the skewed effects of subtle circumstance. Kino is such a traveler.... Getbackers Vol. #04
by Dani Moure (Tue 09-27-2005)
What They SayThe Get Backers are back, and this time it\'s no toy mascot they\'re after. A mysterious client wants an object, so classified it can only be called by its initials IL, recovered. They\'ll confront Makubex and a series of minions with every k... Jubei Chan 2 Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-05-2005)
What They SayWhen extracurricular school activities call for endless ninja battles, it can only mean that Nanohana, Koinosuke, and a certain mystical eyepatch are back again! Heads are gonna crack, and so will the smiles and laughter in \'Jubei-chan 2\', ... Get Backers Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 03-26-2005)
What They SayThey've fought their way through the maze of the Limitless Fortress. They've done battle with old friends and new foes. They've crept closer and closer to the mastermind at the center of all the insanity: Makubex. But can the Get Backers poss... Inu Yasha Vol. #19
by Luis Cruz (Mon 07-26-2004)
What They SayIt is said that the path to enlightenment and finding true wisdom takes years of training to attain... but when a demonic tree offers an easier way, the weak-willed take the easier, evil path.
Inuyasha and the others come upon a temple inha... Orphen II Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 05-23-2004)
What They SayOrphen and his friends come back to Totokanta, and it seems that this might be the end of their travels together. Majic starts taking sorcery lessons from the mysterious Esperanza. Lycoris becomes more and more troubled as memories of her f... Inu Yasha Vol. #25
by Luis Cruz (Tue 12-21-2004)
What They SayInuyasha and his friends head to the coastal region to confront a horde of Bat-Demons. There, Inuyasha meets Shiori, a young girl who is also a half-demon. He sympathizes with Shiori because they are from both the world of demons and the worl... Sextra Credit
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-16-2006)
What They SayAs the only male professor in his department, Jyotaro is constantly under fire from Kyoko, Miki, Mayumi, Kaori and Rui. These five gorgeous female teachers are known for being untouchable and unreachable. But when one of Jyotaro\'s students... Dragonball Z Is Coming To A Close (Tue 05-23-2006)
Hit Manga Series to Reach Its Stunning Conclusion This Summer San Francisco, CA, May 23, 2006 " DRAGON BALL Z, the most popular manga (graphic novel) series in Japan and abroad, will reach the end of its long and spectacular run this summer. VIZ Media, ...InstaContests Close (Tue 08-17-2004)
We\'ll kick a few of these off again next week, but for now a round of congrats for Cathy Laughlin who scored the extra copy of Gundam Seed Vol. #1 that we had in today\'s InstaContest.'Batman Begins' to close Amstutz (Wed 08-11-2004)
The filmmakers are still referring to it as The Intimidation Game, but the movie known to be the fifth installment in the Batman series is set for location shooting on the north end of the Amstutz Expressway this weekend. More...Clive Owens says "Sin City 2" is not close (Sat 03-11-2006)
Asked about the sequel Sin City 2, which would reunite him with co-directors Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez, Clive Owen responded: "I have no idea. They've been talking about it, but nothing's been sorted out yet. I think Rob is definitely intending to...InstaContests Close (Sun 02-01-2004)
We closed down the last one a touch early as we\'re going to spend the evening away from the site. Congratulations go out to Kevin Chow who took home the SMJ to X Vol. #3 disc in our InstaContest this afternoon. That marks the eighth one we ran this weeke...Holmes close to being cast in BATMAN
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 12-10-2003)
While it may be making front page news on today's issue of The Hollywood Reporter, it was first reported ten days ago on the Batman On Film website: actress Katie Holmes is the frontrunner to play the female lead in the new BATMAN movie. BOF's source firs... Fincher close to directing MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 3
by Christopher Allan Smith (Wed 04-17-2002)
Hot off the success of PANIC ROOM, director David Fincher is in serious negotiations to direct Tom Cruise in MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 3. According to VARIETY, the slick director of FIGHT CLUB and SE7EN is talking with Cruise, his producing partner Paula Wagner... Anderson reflects on FILES close
by Christopher Allan Smith (Thu 05-02-2002)
In the May issue of CINESCAPE magazine, X-FILES agent Gillian Anderson is joining in on the reflection on and mad flurry of work to finish the last hours of the show. "It's the end and it brings with it many different feelings and emotions," Anderson tol... Depp close to managing Burton's CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 08-20-2003)
Today's Variety reports that Johnny Depp has been offered the role of Willy Wonka in Tim Burton's remake of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Negotiations have begun between Depp's agents and the movie's studio, Warner Bros. The thespian is in a strong p... Bryan Singer keeps close eye on 'Superman Returns' (Tue 06-27-2006)
One of the (soon-to-be) most talked about sequences in the DC Comics adaptation 'Superman Returns' almost didn't make the final cut. But director Bryan Singer lobbied long and hard get the scene airtime. He also get extra financing for it, about $2.3 mill...Tom Cruise was close to 'Watchmen Role' (Thu 03-01-2007)
During a phone interview, Zack Snyder confirmed he was in talks to play Ozymandias in 'Watchmen' "He was interested...I did talk to him about it for a while," said Snyder, who also confirmed that such talks have ended and Cruise will not be in the movi...'Flash Gordon' close to cancelation? (Thu 09-06-2007)
Rumor has it the 'Flash Gordon' show on SCI FI network is circling the cancellation drain. Unnamed sources tell SyFyPortal that, while the show did do respectable numbers for an original series, those numbers are just a hair above other shows that are...Merry Hogswatch
by Matt Kamen (Fri 12-22-2006)
With your holiday of choosing mere days away, if not already begun, I'd just like to take a brief moment to thank you all for reading and wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Season's Greetings all around!
Hogswatching
After 20 ... TV Guide Close Up 'Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer' (Sat 06-09-2007)
The 'Fantastic Four' are set to grace the cover of TV Guide this week. Madison Michelle of the TV Guide channel details the careers of the cast of "Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer" in this video.Close to 'Death' (Mon 05-28-2007)
Later this year - if all goes well - Neil Gaiman will be directing his first feature film. It's an adaptation of his Death: The High Cost of Living mini-series, and - of course - he's scripted it. The writer/director discussed the project with producer G...A Close Up Look at the X2 Car!
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 01-16-2003)
Want
another look at the X-Men 2 Mazda RX8? Then click on over to 4
Color Review. The website for comic readers posted six new images of the
suped-up X-car, taken at the recent Los Angeles Auto Show.
Says 4CR,
"It's pretty damn swank, with th... A Close Up Look at Daredevil's Billy Club
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 01-28-2003)
Want in inside
look at Daredevil's billy club? Click over to DaredevilMovie.com.
A flash animation detailing the features of DD's weapon of choice has been added
to the site.
Just click on
Daredevil's name (on the site's top navigation bar, just ab... Photos: Gotham Police sqaud cars up close! (Thu 08-12-2004)
Scooper gets some really great shots of police cars used in 'Batman Begins'.Sayles Close To ALAMO Deal
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 10-19-2001)
Scribe John Sayles is in final negotiations to take on the script writing gig for Walt Disney Co.'s THE ALAMO project.The project, being done under the aegis of Imagine Entertainment, is a directing vehicle for Ron Howard. The coming film will retell the ... Smallville Encounters A Manhunter & A Pissed-off Lana (Wed 03-21-2007)
OK, according to my sources, Lana will definitely see a baby in her ultrasound, but you know how things are never what they appear to be with Lex. As for enhanced abilities, the real gift this plot has is the power to turn Lana into one pissed-off woman w...Williams close to polishing off EPISODE 2 score
by Christopher Allan Smith (Mon 02-04-2002)
In an interview with the LOS ANGELES TIMES, John Williams confirmed he's already penned 110 minutes worth of music for STAR WARS EPISODE II: ATTACK OF THE CLONES, despite turning 70 on Friday.According to the report, he's finished with everything but the ... Getting close to 28 DAYS LATER, we finally get a BATMAN villain
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 12-11-2003)
According to today's Variety, 28 DAYS LATER star Cillian Murphy has been cast in Christopher Nolan's BATMAN film as an unspecified villain. As you may recall, last month we were told by a source that another actor from 28 DAYS LATER, namely Christopher Ec... TWIN PEAKS designer close to installing Disney's ELECTRIC BOY GENIUS
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 03-11-2004)
TWIN PEAKS co-creator Mark Frost is in discussions to writer the screenplay for ELECTRIC BOY GENIUS, set up at Walt Disney Studios. The story is based on a GQ article published in December 2002 about young Ryan Patterson, a boy genius who is already creat... Four Constables: Secret of the Delirium Dagger Vol. #01
by Ben Leary (Mon 09-29-2008)
Martial artist detectives in ancient China use their fists and wits to get to the bottom of a surprisingly intriguing mystery.
Creative Talent: Writer/Artist: Andy Seto and Tony WongTranslation: Yun ZhaoAdaptation: Gayle Tan
What They SayAncient China's...