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Dragonball Z: Great Saiyaman: Final Round (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayFinal Round: After barely escaping the dinosaur Maraikoh’s meteor bombardment, Goku advances to the tournament’s final round where he must face the warrior Pikkon! Sparks of energy erupt as the mighty fighters battle for the champ...

Dragonball Z: Great Saiyaman: Gohan's Secret (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayI am Saiyaman! Afraid his classmates will recognize him as the “Gold Fighter”, Gohan goes to Bulma for help. Bulma uses her high-tech wizardry to design a retractable super-hero costume that Gohan can activate in an instant, allow...

Dragonball Z: Great Saiyaman: Crash Course (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayTake Flight Videl: With the World’s Martial Arts Tournament fast approaching, Videl and Goten must learn to fly, and fast! Gohan reveals the secret to flying, and struggles to coach his two students into the air! Miles away, Vegeta is h...


Dragonball Z: Great Saiyaman: Opening Ceremony (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayWarriors of the Dead: When Goku hears about a martial arts master known as the Grand Kai, he rushes to meet him for a lesson! But before the Grand Kai will agree to anything, Goku must solve a problem! Cell, Frieza, King Cold and the Ginyu Fo...

Dragonball Z: Great Saiyaman: Declaration (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayBlackmail: When a greedy circus promoter kidnaps a baby dinosaur named Chobi, all he can see is dollar signs! Little does he know that the dinosaur is a personal friend of the Great Saiyaman! But is taking the dinosaur back from the circus ag...

Dragonball Z: Perfect Cell: Perfection (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayThe Last Defence: With the remote control smashed and Vegeta giving Cell the go-ahead, the stage is set for Cell’s terrifying completion. Now it’s up to Krillin and Trunks to save 18 from Cell’s power-hungry grasp. But Veget...

Dragonball Z TV #51: World Tournament - Junior Division (Tue 06-26-2001)

What They SayThe World Tournament begins! Combatants collide, fist fly, kicks explode, powers erupts, and as the dust settles and the victors advance to the finals, Goten and Trunks stand atop the ranks, now prepared to face against each other. To the vic...


ESPN FINAL ROUND GOLF 2002 releases
by James Stevenson (Fri 08-31-2001)

Konami announced today that it's newest Game Boy Advance title, ESPN FINAL ROUND GOLF 2002 is now on store shelves.Featuring 5 playable courses and 14 different golfers, ESPN FINAL ROUND GOLF 2002 brings golf to the Game Boy Advance for the first time. Be...

Dragonball Z TV #22: Frieza - Revealed (Tue 07-10-2001)

What They SayEpisode 67: Frieza's Second Transformation The united powers of Nail and Piccolo continue to struggle against the almighty Frieza. For a brief moment it seems the Namekian duo could be victorious, but Frieza soon sets everyone straight with a...

DVD Review: Dragonball Z TV - Great Saiyaman (Mon 11-14-2005)

You know our pile is low when we\'re down into these kinds of releases but this afternoon we\'ve got a look at the 11/15/2005 release of Dragonball Z TV #50: Great Saiyaman - Crash Course from FUNimation.

Dragonball Z TV #50: Great Saiyaman: Crash Course
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 11-14-2005)

What They SayContains episodes 192-194: Take Flight, Videl With the world martial arts tournament fast approaching, Videl and Goten must learn to fly, and fast! Gohan reveals the secret to flying and struggles to coach his two students into the air. Mil...


GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka Box Set 2
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-12-2008)

What They SayTime to head back to school as Onizuka, who only sets the greatest example for his students, really goes for extra credit... First order of business, privately tutor the daughter of the vice-principal at Holy Forest! Next, what high school st...

Dragonball Z: Perfect Cell: Temptation (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayBow to the Prince: It’s show-and-tell for Vegeta as he demonstrates just how much difference a year of hard work makes! Watching from the sidelines, Trunks recalls the intense time he spent training with his father. Meanwhile up in the ...

Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-19-2006)

What They SayIn the wake of the climactic events played out in SquareEnix\'s Playstation video game world of Final Fantasy VII, the ruins of Midgar stand as a testament to the sacrifices made in order to bring peace. However, as a mysterious illness rapid...

Dragonball Z: Imperfect Cell: 17's End (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayHe’s Here: Piccolo spearheads the battle against the androids! It looks like the Super Namek has things well under control until an unexpected guest arrives at the battlefield! It’s Cell! (Episode 134) Up to Piccolo: Just as Cell...


Excel Saga Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 04-12-2003)

What They SayJust when you thought the plot would never thicken, the whole thing congeals and Excel finds herself in a fight for her life! With the Great Will held hostage, the city in ruins, the Puchuu running amok, and Pedro joining forces with Nabeshin...

Dragonball Z TV #51: World Tournament - Junior Division
by Jason Chuang (Thu 02-07-2002)

The Review!Funimation seems to try to improve itself but in the end continue to be on the low end of the totem pole compared to ADV Films and Media Blasters. Audio: Primarily listen to the Japanese audio and was content with the sound though I believe Dr...

Great Dangaioh Vol. #3
by Luis Cruz (Wed 10-15-2003)

What They SayA mysterious explosion on Futagami Island begins a new chapter in the Dangaioh mythos! Witnessed as a bright light up in the sky by only one young girl, the mysterious someone in the sky could be a signal for the end of the human race. The Re...

Dragonball Z: Perfect Cell: Hunt for 18 (Thu 03-01-2001)

What They SaySacrifice: Tien takes matters into his own hand and head! With an onslaught of psychic blasts, Tien drives back Cell and gives Android 16 and 18 a chance to escape. But Tien’s powerful move is draining his strength, and the brave fighte...


Dragonball Z Special: History of Trunks
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-20-2000)

What They SayWhen Goku dies of a deadly virus, it seems like the end of the world. But the powerful Master’s passing proves to be merely a presage of the horrible tragedies that are on the way! When the two Androids appear and start destroying the g...

Final Fantasy 7: Advent Children
by Dani Moure (Fri 06-02-2006)

What They SayTwo years later... Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is the much anticipated sequel to Square\'s top selling game Final Fantasy VII: a full blown CGI movie! After Cloud saved the world from Sephiroth, the citizens of the planet begin suffe...

Diamond May 2005 Solicitations (Wed 01-19-2005)

ANIME AIR MASTER VOLUME 3 DVD ANGELIUM DVD 1ANIMEPLAY: ISHIKA & HONORI INTERACTIVE DVD ARC THE LAD VOLUME 2 DVD ASTRO BOY: THE COMPLETE SERIES DVD BEYBLADE SEASON 3 VOLUME 6: SAME OLD DIRTY TRICKS DVD UNCUT BUBBLEGUM CRISIS VOLUME 2 DVD CASE CLOS...

Dragonball Z Movie #05: Cooler's Revenge (Sun 03-03-2002)

What They SayAfter their battle with Frieza on Namek, Goku and Gohan have decided to take a little camping trip for much needed rest and relaxation back on Earth. But their peaceful weekend trip is soon interrupted by Cooler, Frieza's brother whose defina...


Dragonball Z TV #55: World Tournament - Blackout
by Jonathan Hertzog (Thu 02-07-2002)

The Review!FUNimation learns from its past mistakes... only some of its past mistakes, and puts out a pretty good DVD. Audio: Another dual-language audio track with a solid Japanese mono and English stereo. I mostly listened to the Japanese track. Occasi...

Dragonball Z: Movie Special #4 – Lord Slug (Fri 03-01-2002)

What They SayThe end of the world is fast approaching, in the form of a giant asteroid on a collision course with Earth. Not if Goku has anything to say about it! Goku and Krillin race to the rescue. Using their incredible powers, they narrowly deflect th...

Dragonball Z TV #17: Namek - Super Saiyan?!
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-07-1999)

What They SayEpisode #50: Time Tricks And Body Binds - Guldo is the first to challenge Gohan and Krillin. Guldo uses his powers to avoid attacks, but the two earthling fighters move much faster than Guldo expects. Next, Guldo uses his \"body binds\" techn...

Dragonball Z TV #54: World Tournament - Draw
by Brett Brown (Thu 02-07-2002)

The Review!It's been a long time coming (almost a year), but it looks like Funimation is finally getting down a winning formula for the DBZ DVD's starting with this one. Without further delay lets dive into this disc! Menus: The menu for this DVD is, in...


Dragonball Z TV #20: Frieza - The Summoning
by Jonathan Hertzog (Thu 02-07-2002)

The Review!Ah, after taking an eleven-month break from the Frieza Saga, FUNimation releases its best DBZ TV DVD yet. Note, however, that "best" is still pretty low compared to other domestic anime companies. My complaints about the DVDs for DBZ TV are usu...

Street Fighter II V Vol. #4 (Fri 03-29-2002)

What They SayKen has regained consciousness, but it won\'t do him much good. His only hope is to attempt to focus his ki..but how can he? Meanwhile, Guile and Nash are staking out Vega\'s island from the sea... Contains Episode 22: Rising Dragon, Into ...

Dragon Ball Z Movie 12: Fusion Reborn
by Justin Rich (Thu 03-23-2006)

What They SayAn industrial disaster in Other World has unleashed a gargantuan monster and the Z fighters are taking action! Janemba\'s arrival has thrown the dimensions into turmoil, leaving the door between worlds gaping open, and the dead are rising fro...

DS Review Round-up
by James Stevenson (Mon 11-22-2004)

This past week Nintendo has been slowly handing out the Nintendo DS and the six launch titles to various members of the press. In this article we'll review and score the whole lineup. But first, the DS hardware unit itself and the METROID PRIME demo itsel...


Being a Brief Discussion with Caitlin Glass
by Way Jeng (Tue 09-13-2005)

Recorded at: Anime Central '05 Caitlin Glass may be relatively new to anime dubbing, but she's already played some fantastic characters. She's probably best known for her role as Winry in Fullmetal Alchemist. Her other characters include Hiyono in Spiral...

s-Cry-ed Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 04-27-2003)

What They SayThe aftermath of a mysterious environmental catastrophe has left the land in complete desolation! While mankind has been able to rebuild the city, the catastrophe has caused some humans to undergo genetic mutations granting them special power...

Chat with Charles McCarter of Bandai
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 11-10-2000)

All right, lets get this little shindig on the way. Good evening everyone. :) This being our first official studio chat, we're finding our way in how we're doing things, so please bear with us tonight. Charles McCarter of Bandai has been gracious enou...

Naruto Box Set 04 (also w/special edition)
by Justin Rich (Thu 10-04-2007)

What They SayAfter barely making it out of the Forest of Death, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura proceed to the next stage of the Chunin Exam: a one-on-one sudden death elimination battle! Pitted against each other in individual combat, an assortment of young, b...


Comic-Con: The Hellboy Panel
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 08-02-2002)

Thursday at Comic-Con Hellboy fans were presented with an opportunity to find out the latest news on the planned movie. Director Guillermo del Toro, star Ron Perlman and creator Mike Mignola sat down with a packed house of hundreds of fans to talk a...

Pen & Ink Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 09-05-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Comikers (various)Translated by:Melanie SchoenAdapted by:What They SayGood pen and inking comes with knowledge and practice, and Comickers has enlisted famous pros to bestow their wisdom upon you. Contains step-by-steps by the...

Noir Vol. #7: The End of the Matter
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 10-18-2003)

What They SayIn a place forgotten by time, the darkest ritual of the Soldats has begun. At long last, all of the mysteries that set Mireille and Kirika on their journey have been answered. However, there is one question that has yet to be decided: who wil...

Shaman King Vol.#07
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 10-14-2005)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takei HiroyukiTranslated by:Lillian OlsenAdapted by:What They SayCLASH AT THE MATA CEMETERY Yoh's spiritual journey into the caves of Izumo has boosted his mana and his confidence - and just in time, too! It's the last battle...


Berserk Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 04-25-2003)

What They SayGriffith stands at the peak of victory. The remaining opposition attempts one final act of treachery, and for that they will burn. Guts fights as Griffith\'s right hand till the very end, and now that the status of the Hawks has reached its ...

Sukisho Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-23-2006)

What They SaySora\'s peaceful life in the Jack of All Trades Academy comes to a crashing end as his past catches up to him. Nao brings back Sora\'s memories of their experiences together as kidnapped children at the hands of the cruel Doctor Aizawa. The ...

Movie Screenshot Trivia Rd3 Set1
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 02-18-2008)

Hello Maniacs and welcome to the third round of our new Weekly Screenshot Trivia game. Before I put up the next round of stills, though, we need to announce the winner of Round 2. While the first round ended in a tie with Maniacs BoxOfficeBeast and SaucyM...

Being a Brief Discussion with Jeff Thompson
by Way Jeng (Thu 03-24-2005)

Interviewer: Way Jeng If you're a fan of New York dubs, you've probably seen some of Jeff Thompson's work. He has worked on many shows, including Boogiepop Phantom, The Irresponsible Captain Tylor, and His and Her Circumstances. I had a chance to speak w...


Mahoromatic: Something More Beautiful Vol. #3: All Good Things
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-10-2003)

What They SayThe time has come for all cards to be placed into play as Minawa is called upon to fulfill her duty to Management and begin a three-way battle: Management vs. Vesper vs. Saint! Mahoro must use all of her wits and skills to withstand Managemen...

The Greatest Sci-Fi, Horror & Fantasy Films of All Time
by Steve Biodrowski (Tue 03-07-2000)

There are many fool’s errands in the world. You know you can never truly succeed, and yet the temptation is too much to resist. For example: picking the Greatest Baseball Player of All Time, or the Most Talented Musician, or the Most Beautiful Woman in th...

Nautical Fantasy, SC: Ghost, Jordan & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 11-28-2006)

Blizzard Entertainment unleashes their first novel surrounding the Ghost assassin Nova, Paul Kearney and James M. Ward blend good old-fashion magic with maritime warfare, and Mercedes Lackey debuts another novel in the Scepter’d Isle sequence wi...

Yu Yu Hakusho Vol. #12: The Rising Storm
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-02-2003)

What They SayYusuke\'s adversary in the third round of the Dark Tournament wants to prove he is more that hot air; his name is Jin, commander of the furious power of wind! At another time, in another place, these rivals could be the closest of allies. But...


ADV Films Talks November Releases (Tue 09-09-2003)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO: THE MOTION PICTURE-PRINCE OF DARKNESS FEATURE-LENGTH FILM SEQUEL TO WILDLY POPULAR TV SERIES MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO HOUSTON, September 9, 2003-ADV Films has s...

Cinescape's Last Minute Christmas Shopping Guide
by Anthony C. Ferrante with THE EDITORS OF CINESCAPE (Wed 12-21-2005)

Hey you. Yeah, the person who clicked on this article, not because they were interested in the latest, hottest and coolest things out there for the holidays, but rather because you're like many last minute shoppers who haven't even stepped into the mall s...

Being a Brief Discussion With David L. Williams
by Way Jeng (Thu 11-18-2004)

Interviewer: Way Jeng There aren't many shows that I give an unqualified recommendation. A show might be great, but there's almost always something that has to be noted. There might be a small but significant flaw that the audience will have to tolerate....

Cowboy Bebop Perfect Collection
by Dani Moure (Thu 02-07-2002)

The Review!Going into this set, I admit I had never actually seen any of Bebop at all; I'd only ever heard comments (mostly good) from others here. But it seemed like a show I'd like, so I bit the bullet and dived straight in, ordering the set. And all I ...


Being a Brief Discussion with Mike McFarland
by Way Jeng (Thu 03-03-2005)

Mike McFarland has been a part of the English dubbing industry for a while now. He has worked on projects ranging from Dragonball to Case Closed and voiced several characters, including Roshi in Dragonball and Goemon in several Lupin the 3rd releases such...

Fighting Spirit Vol. #15
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-29-2006)

What They SayTakeshi Sendo vs. Ippo Makunouchi. The final showdown begins. Ippo knocks Sendo down with his lethal \"Dempsey Roll\" in the first round, but Sendo soon recovers and throws his devastating right. Power vs. Power. Determination vs. Determinati...

More than meets the eye?
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 07-23-2005)

As some of you may have heard, there's a live-action movie adaptation of the beloved TV series TRANSFORMERS in the works, with Michael Bay of all people set to direct. This series has survived a few incarnations, and though it's never really caught on wit...

Weekly Book Buzz: Finding The Mummy in Literature
by Tim Janson (Mon 09-08-2008)

Well one might say that this is a very light week for new releases. I’d say pathetic might be a better choice of words. Honestly it really is a very slow week. With few new releases in Sci-Fi, horror and fantasy, I’ve included m...


Maison Ikkoku Box Set 8
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-13-2006)

What They SayIt\'s finally on - the first fight between the rivals for the hand of beautiful Kyoko. But Tokyo ain\'t the Wild West, and privacy for a duel is hard to find. Godai may escape unhurt - unless Kyoko finds out what he has been doing instead of ...

Melody of Oblivion Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-12-2006)

What They Say\"Remembering that Melody The final battle of all humanity begins! Bocca and his fellow warriors battle against the Leader of Monster Agent. But they are all surprised when they have to face off against another Aibar machine. Bocca finally...

Re: Cutie Honey Vol. #3 (Mon 05-23-2005)

What They SayThe final member of Panther Claw\'s \"big four,\" Black Claw, is destroyed by Honey\'s anger. However, Honey\'s confused feelings lead to Sister Jill taking her in. The world is in danger of being fused together through the Jill Trees, and on...

Naruto Unleashed Set 2.2
by Dani Moure (Thu 04-10-2008)

What They SayNaruto Uzumaki is a lonesome young boy from the Hidden Leaf Village, a town with several young ninja-in-training who aspires to reach the village\'s one-of-a-kind highest ninja rank, the Hokage. Featuring episodes 27 to 39! The Review!The ch...


Angelic Layer Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-06-2004)

What They SayWith the finals well underway, Misaki and friends decide to take a well-deserved break at the beach, but Icchan and his group are there, too. A secret love is revealed, and new loves bloom as the whole gang takes a break from the stress of t...

Grenadier Vol. #3 (also w/box)
by Luis Cruz (Wed 11-23-2005)

What They SayRushyuna and Yajirou\'s journey to the Imperial Court to confront Tenshi reaches it\'s conclusion. The last pass is guarded by Fuuka, one of Yajirou\'s closest friends and a fellow member of the rebellion. But he left her for dead, and she wa...

Dragon Ball: Saga of Goku
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)

What They SayThe Akira Toriyama epic! Deep within the core of the Earth a fire rages. Within the heart of this fire dwells the Eternal Dragon, a magical beast of limitless power that can be summoned from his fiery lair only when the seven magic Dragon B...

Gantz Vol. #6
by Dani Moure (Mon 09-18-2006)

What They SayThe carnage erupts as the surviving plays in the Gantz\'s twisted game find themselves facing two kinds of aliens! As both novice and experienced players are mercilessly slaughtered, the unarmed and unsuited Kurono\'s only hope lies in someho...


W&G's Wrong Grand Shave
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 09-17-2005)

You may be confused by the word "thinpak" in the descriptions of several box sets in the DVD Shopping List and especially here in Anime Avalanche. Some video labels are re-releasing seasons or entire series in box sets, which is a great idea in itself, si...

Blue Gender Vol. #8
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 02-01-2003)

What They SayContains: Soliste With Rick injured too severely to continue, Marlene and Yuji continue through the Medical Station alone. They arrive at the main computer room to find Tony waiting for them. Now Yuji must confront his one-time friend and ri...

GTO Vol. #10
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-15-2003)

What They SayIn this shocking series finale, the students end their school trip with high spirits and open hearts. Onizuka makes sure things stay that way by coming to the aid of the emotionally troubled Miyabi. The outcome is a test of wills that can eit...

Yu Yu Hakusho: Saga of the Three Kings Box Set
by Justin Rich (Wed 07-19-2006)

What They SayContains Yu Yu Hakusho volumes 27-32: Tempting Fate, Three Kingdoms, Bandits and Kings, King Urameshi, Dreams of Power & Yusuke Rediscovered.The Review!The final arc of Yu Yu Hakusho brings this great shonnen series to a close. Audio: For th...


Flame of Recca Vol. #10
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 01-15-2007)

What They SayIt\'s the final round and for Team Hokage, and there\'s no turning back. First up, Tokiya sets his sights on Kai, the man who killed his sister. Meanwhile, Recca meets a mysterious old man who teaches him a valuable lesson about his fire drag...

Overman King Gainer Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-16-2005)

What They SayThe Exodus is almost at an end but our heroes may not live to reach the fabled land. An Overdevil has been awakened and threatens to lay waste to the whole world with the deadly chill of its powers. Gainer must play a new game in order to sav...

Zone of Enders Dolores i Vol. #5: Only the Strong Survive
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-01-2003)

What They SayGet ready for action as the war for Mars rears its ugly head. James Links is finding it no easier to keep his friends than it is to evade his enemies. And tearful reunions and departures bring the Links family closer to their ultimate fate....

Dragon Ball: Tournament Box Set
by Rachel Oliver (Fri 02-07-2003)

The Review!Finally, nearly two years after the DVD release of the third movie, FUNimation has finally begun releasing the original Dragon Ball TV series on hybrid DVDs. And they have most certainly outdone themselves compared to the releases of the much m...


Ronin Warriors Vol. #10
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 01-31-2003)

What They SayWith everyone taken prisoner, Anubis is left to fight alone. His effort is valiant, but he is overpowered and taken prisoner. However, just as Talpa is about to complete a ceremony that would merge the netherworld with the mortal world, Anubi...

Fighting Spirit Vol. #02
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-08-2004)

What They Say\"It wouldn\'t be right to just lie down and not keep fighting...\" The bell for the sparring session with Miayata rings. To everybody\'s astonishment, Miyata falls to the mat first. Ippo\'s fierce determination to give his all overpowers ...

Samurai Champloo Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-15-2005)

What They SayNo cash! Mugen, Jin and Fuu need money fast. Fuu tries to model, but it turns out to be a trap. When they arrive in the capital city, they delay their quest to join an eating contest, but find out the hard way they need to watch who they ha...

That Certain Something
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 11-08-2004)

I come not to praise TRU CALLING but to bury it.In case you hadn't heard, former Slayer Eliza Dushku's GROUNDHOG DAY/RUN LOLA RUN hybrid went down for the big dirt nap a while back. I can't imagine that even the cast and crew were terribly surprised: the ...


Marmalade Boy Collection 4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-20-2005)

What They SayHas Yuu forgotten Miki in a New York minute? His life is full of new people, studying and activities – is romance with an American girl in the works? Back in Japan, Miki is left with Michael and Kei to fight for her affection. A girl ca...

New Getter Robo Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-02-2005)

What They SayMana is hit by a truck and taken to the hospital. Yuta rushes to be at her side, but she has mysteriously disappeared by the time he arrives. His search leads him to an old mansion rumored to have a mermaid cemetery, where he finds two women,...

X3: Kelsey Garmmer, the real McCoy
by Chris Brown (Fri 05-26-2006)

Continuing, Comics2Film's coverage of the 'X-Men: The Last Stand' round tables, thechrisbrown had a chance to talk to the man that brings Beast to life, Kelsey Grammer. Being in the presence of some great actors, our reporter never felt starstruck until...

Burst Angel Vol. #4
by Dani Moure (Wed 07-26-2006)

What They SayBefore a solution to a biologically enhanced war is found, the past must be uncovered and the fears of an angel will be realized. The city of Osaka is under Siege! Takane finds herself against a wall , unable to defend the lives she\'s swor...


The Failings of Anime
by Ron Ferrara (-)

Yes, there is such a thing. Now I'm usually one to write about why I love anime in the capacity that I do, but I've found the more I watch anime, or engage in anything for that matter, the more I realize where anime is lacking. I'm going to try to look...

Mobile Fighter G-Gundam Vol. #06
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-17-2003)

What They SayAlthough Domon has made progress with his training and now has limited control over the Shining Gundam\'s Super Mode, he is running out of time to reach Neo Hong Kong for the \'Final Battles\'. Just as he\'s ready to go, the evil Gundam retur...

BIONICLE, Part 1
by ANDREW KARDON (Mon 07-29-2002)

Say the word "Lego" and visions of giant building blocks most likely come to mind. I grew up with the awesome "space-themed" Legos. Rockets, astronauts, moon bases, etc. Hours of fun setting them up and then actually playing with them. Well, Lego is still...

Escaflowne Vol. #7
by Ibrahim Peasnell (Sat 04-27-2002)

The Review!After watching another seventy-five minutes of Escaflowne, I'm back to bring you another review installment. The tarot card based menus still continue to impress and stun me, even though they are identical to the menus that are used on the fir...


Sci Fi and Futurists
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 02-20-2007)

After a lengthy hiccup in their publishing schedule, Tor Books finally got back on track this Tuesday with a slew of new novels from such powerhouse genre authors as Harry Turtledove, David Coe, and L.E. Modesitt, Jr. to round out a Weekly Book Buzz th...

Kimba returns!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 11-26-2005)

Hope you guys all had a great US Thanksgiving and are enjoying the leftovers. Last week we talked about watching anime on handheld devices. Since then there's been a new wrinkle. TiVo is expanding their TiVoToGo program to include iPods and PlayStation Po...

Fullmetal Alchemist Vol. #13 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 02-25-2008)

What They SayAt the end of destiny, where will peace be found? The brothers Elric will consider the answers that are left once the Philosopher\'s Stone has guided their saga to its end. True sacrifice, the deep love of family, the cruel truths of life and...

Death Note Vol. #2
by Dani Moure (Thu 09-11-2008)

The battle of wits between L and Light heats up, as one tries to keep Kira’s identity and the other struggles to unmask him. As if they didn’t have enough to deal with, a second Kira then enters the fray...What They SayEpisodes 9 - 16! A new ...


Kiddy Grade Vol. #8
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 11-29-2004)

What They SayG.O.T.T. Secretary Chevalier d’Autriche has the fate of the planet Aineias resting in the palm of his hand. Can anything be done to stop him from unleashing the incredible power of the Atlas-class intergalactic spaceship Deucalion? Ecla...

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

By Chris Beveridge Otakon 2001 has come and gone, and much like the past two conventions, this one is just as varied as those. Be forewarned that we\'ll ramble a bit here. The convention, as is unfortunately typical of Otakon, lacked any serio...

Fullmetal Alchemist Vol. #13
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-29-2006)

What They SayAt the end of destiny, where will peace be found? The brothers Elric will consider the answers that are left once the Philosopher\'s Stone has guided their saga to its end. True sacrifice, the deep love of family, the cruel truths of life and...

Samurai Deeper Kyo Vol.#13
by Jarred Pine (Sun 09-04-2005)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Akimine KamijyoTranslated by:Alexander O. SmithAdapted by:What They SayAs the blazing battle between Benitora, Sasuke and Jiji Funjin heat up, Bentenmaru and Yuya basically jump out of the frying pan and into the fire... "Fire...


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

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

Area 88 TV Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 01-11-2006)

What They SayJapanese ace Shin Kazuma was staring at a cozy future at Yamato Airlines, where he was dating the president\'s daughter. Instead, he\'s tricked into signing on as a mercenary and now must serve a three year hitch or raise $1.5 million to buy ...

Risky Safety Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-29-2003)

What They SayThe apprentice angel Safety relates the story of how she became a friend to a giant monster. The unusual love triangle between Lani the Pomeranian, Safety the apprentice angel and Risky the apprentice death spirit is resolved. And in the clim...

Wild Arms Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-09-2003)

What They SaySheyenne hasn\'t found his body yet, but he has found Laila. The trouble is she\'s in the hands of an evil cult who thinks she\'s the reincarnation of a goddess. To make matters worse, someone\'s posted a huge reward for Sheyenne, Kiel and Is...


Naruto Vol. #15 (Wed 06-06-2007)

What They SayNaruto\'s encounter with the great Chief Toad, Gamabunta, lands him in the hospital! Shikamaru drops in for a visit, and the two of them confront a creepy visitor in Rock Lee\'s room. Then, at last, it\'s the final round of the Chunin Exam! N...

ADV Films Releases For Monday 18th June (Wed 06-13-2007)

Telling the full story of the classic combat anime from 18th JUNE 2007 LONDON, UK, 30th MAY 2007 ADV Films present another modern re-telling of a classic anime title with Shadow Skill vol.1: Fight For The Ones You Love, which starts kicking butt and t...

Phantom Quest Corp.
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-21-2000)

What They SayParty-girl Ayaka Kisaragi turned her late-night lifestyle into a business that gives new meaning to the term ?graveyard shift!? While it may seem easier for Ayaka to round up troublesome spirits than to put a corporate spin on her own free-wh...

Fighting Spirit Vol. #07
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-15-2005)

What They SayEven though Ippo\'s right fist is healed, the psychological damage has been done. His fear of damaging the fist again prevents him from throwing had punches. Sendo is not the opponent Ippo can defeat with weak punches. Takamura suggests tha...


Hellsing: Rescript (Mon 05-26-2003)

What They SayDisc Catalogue Numbers: DVD-200401/DVD-200403The Review!Audio: Presented in Dolby Digital Stereo Japanese, the show\'s sountrack is, arguably, the greatest asset it\'s got. A generally pleasing mix, the music and dialogue and sound effects al...

Beck Vol. #1
by Dani Moure (Mon 10-08-2007)

What They SayThis is the story of shy, angst-ridden Koyuki, a fourteen year old boy who drags his feet into an unforeseen destiny. After stumbling into an exciting world of hard-living underground rock musicians, led by the charismatic and talented Ryusuk...

Inheritance Trilogy Still in Stride
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 03-13-2007)

Whether or not you enjoyed the rather hollow cinematic translation of Eragon this past December, there’s no denying that Christopher Paolini’s Inheritance Trilogy has legs. Ever since the first book’s film adaptation release, the seco...

Fafner Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-24-2006)

What They SayBefore Kazuki\'s very eyes, Soshi is kidnapped by a Festum along with the Siegfried System. In order to rescue Soshi, the remaning pilots of the Tatsumiya Island join forces with the Human Force in an all out battle against the North Pole Mir...


Jubei Chan 2 Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-12-2005)

What They SayMikage decides to do some investigating when Jiyu returns home with a fever. In the forest she runs across Yagyu Freesia just in time to save Ayunosuke from a long fall. Back at home, Sai searches for inspiration for his teen love story, an...

Read or Die
by Dani Moure (Thu 01-01-2004)

What They SayThe Library of Congress Never Planned for This! A sinister plot is afoot and only one schoolteacher, a special agent with an affinity for literature, can stop it. She is Ms. Yomiko Readman - better known to her colleagues in Section A of Li...

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

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

Paranoia Agent Vol. #4
by Dani Moure (Wed 05-31-2006)

What They SayWhen Darkness Overcomes The Heart, Lil\' Slugger Appears... The Lil\'s Slugger epidemic runs rampant in Tokyo while Umaniwa researches Tsukiko\'s childhood and discovers the disturbing origins of Maromi! However, before he can do anything, h...


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...

Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Vol. #10
by Kim Wolstenholme (Mon 05-01-2006)

What They SayThe conflict continues to escalate. ZAFT's forces control the majority of the planet and prepare to destroy the rest of the Alliance's soldiers. Has humanity already reached the point of no return? The dream of a quick end to the war and o...

Angel Blade Punish
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-17-2006)

What They SayMoena was a normal college girl until she discovered that she had special powers hidden within her body by her father. When Dark Mother and her army of sexy demon women threaten the virgins of the world, Moena transforms into the naked masked...

UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 07-15-2006)

What They SayOur outlandish adventure reaches its final frontier... in outer space! And there's more action and intrigue than you can crash a spaceship into! Kazuto is forced to sell his bathhouse. He builds a new bathhouse on an unassuming asteroid! Ther...


Mezzo Forte (Uncut)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)

What They SayDouble the Girls, Double the Guns!! For Mikura, danger is routine and killing is just like breathing. Sleek and sexy, she was born with a gun in each hand and a smile on her face. She specializes in taking risks, but things get a little too...

Interview with Mahiro Maeda
by Paul Jacques (Mon 02-16-2004)

We were never sure if this was going to happen, it was one of the on\off affairs with a very small window of opportunity. So when a call came, and I was told that I would have a 30 minute window (max), had to submit all my questions in advance for approva...

Fantastic Four
by Development Heck (Sat 07-02-2005)

Genre:Adventure/Comic Book Adaptation.Studio:20th Century Fox.Production Company:1492 Pictures.Project Phase:Released.Who's In It:Ioan Gruffudd (Reed Richards/"Mr. Fantastic"); Michael Chiklis (Benjamin J. Grimm/"The Thing"); Jessica Alba (Susan "Sue" Sto...

Yu Yu Hakusho Vol. #28: Three Kingdoms
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-21-2004)

What They SayThe vast lands of Demon World are divided among three powerful Kings: Raizen, Mukuro, and Yomi. A tenuous peace exists among the three ruling factions, but the wheels of fate have set into motion events that threaten not only the peace in Dem...


Utawarerumono Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-31-2007)

What They SayIn a warring land, blood runs deep and trust wears thin. Just when Hakuoro thinks he has gained a trustworthy ally, he finds that he must defend his people against a power-hungry onslaught from an invincible mechanized force, the likes of wh...

.hack//SIGN Vol. #5: Uncovered Special Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-03-2003)

What They SaySpecial Limited Edition along with CD Collector\'s Box to hold ALL the .hack//SIGN CD soundtracks. The group seems to have disbanded! BT doesn\'t log on much and neither does Subaru. But soon, the quest for the Key of the Twilight begins an...

Giant Robo Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-25-2005)

What They SayIsn\'t there anyone who can stop the Sphere of Vogler? After their last encounter, the remaining Experts of Justice prepare for one final rush against Genya and the massive anti-Shizuma machine. Meanwhile, infighting among the enemy comes t...

Kaleido Star: New Wings Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-18-2006)

What They SayIt all comes down to this...Leon pushes Sora to new extremes as he continues her special training to perfect the Angel's Maneuver. After experiencing new lows, she soars to new heights. Just when it seems that Sora's dream will finally beco...


New Fist of the North Star Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-08-2004)

What They SayAfter escaping from the tower where Seiji imprisoned them, Tobi rallies the townspeople against Seiji, calling them to a holy war in the name of Lord Doha. When Kenshiro finally returns, he finds that the entire city has been thrown into a ma...

Best Soundtracks of 2004 Part 2
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 01-13-2005)

Just as more and more original film scores are captured on disc despite the ongoing proliferation of song collections masquerading as "film music" the increasing market for classic and forgotten film scores being fully restored either through archival r...

The Genesis Code
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-20-2007)

Apparently riding the success of fast-paced, clue-glue plots of novels like The Da Vinci Code and films like National Treasure, Christopher Forrest steps up this week to tackle the greatest code of them all.   Outnumbering paperback releases three ...

E's Otherwise Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 03-11-2006)

What They SayJust when you thought it was safe to go back into Gald, all hell breaks loose as Kai, Sherry, Kyou, Maxim, Maria, and the rest of the psychics turn the heat up full blast. Kai is trying to save Hikaru. Shen-Lon just wants his sister, Shin-Lu,...


Vandread
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 06-07-2002)

What They SayThe Universe is changing…but war remains eternal. The Terak and the Mejale Empires had been at war with each other for generations. The new era brings an escalated war front. But now, an alien threat lead a trio of Tarak refugees to wor...

Gantz Vol. #7
by Dani Moure (Mon 11-27-2006)

What They SayThe fragile bonds that hold the survivors together are frayed to the breaking point, but in Gantz\'s game, survival is impossible without a warm body guarding your back. As the Gantz reaches into the \"real\" world and a fresh batch of resurr...

Kimagure Orange Road OVA/Movie Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 10-12-2003)

What They SayOVA 1 In \"I was a Cat; I was a Fish,\" a magical rope causes Kyosuke to swap souls, first with the family\'s pet goldfish, and then Jingoro, their cat. When he\'s found by Madoka and Hikaru, he gets a private lesson on how girls behave when ...

Fighting Spirit Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 05-15-2004)

What They SayIppo Makunocuhi\'s gentle spirit and lack of confidence make him an easy target for the bullies at his high school who regularly beat him up. Then, he?s rescued from a beating by Takamura, a-larger-than-life professional boxer who inspires I...


Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 06-29-2002)

What They SayAs the Earth Federation\'s space fleet begins its naval review, the remnants of the Duchy of Zeon carry out their secret plan of vengeance. Will Kou Uraki\'s newfound confidence and upgraded Gundam enable him to stop Anavel Gato\'s nuclear st...

Samurai Champloo Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 01-11-2006)

What They SayIn the moving series finale, Mugen, Jin and Fuu close in on Ikitsuki Island. Although the journey\'s been long and difficult, there is strong bonding between them. In the final stretch of their adventures, Sara had died and the government sen...

Fighting Spirit Vol. #04
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 03-18-2005)

What They SayIppo and Takamura watch Miyata\'s bout- his second fight in the Eastern Japan Rookie ChampionshipTournament. Contrary to everybody\'s expectations, Miyata poses as an in-fighter. It is a decisive change in style in anticipation of the bout ...

Mushishi Vol. #2
by Dani Moure (Thu 03-13-2008)

What They SayMushi are neither plants nor animals, instead they resemble the primeval substances of life. Few humans are actually aware of their existence and among them is Ginko, a \'Mushi-shi\' who travels around investigating them. In the course of his...


Gun Frontier Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 10-30-2003)

What They SayNo legend of the Wild West would be complete without a showdown aboard a moving locomotive! Tochiro vows to put everything on the line to save his sister and bring an end to the Organization. His enemies are waiting with an ultimate weapon, c...

Prince of Tennis Vol.#07
by Jarred Pine (Sat 05-28-2005)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayFresh from winning four consecutive U.S. Junior tournaments, The Prince of Tennis Ryoma Echizen has enrolled at Seishun Academy. With undeniable skill and talent-...

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG Vol. #2
by Dani Moure (Wed 03-29-2006)

What They SayOn her first visit to one of the refugee areas, the Prime Minister receives a bouquet of flowers and in it is a death threat. Section 9 is called in to provide round-the-clock security for her as they work to catch the would-be assassin. As t...

Tokyo Underground Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-03-2006)

What They SayThe Saga Concludes... Rumina and the gang head into the \"Killing Fields\" facing unknown odds; with united ambition to win the tournament and rescue Ruri, the gang prepares for battle. All the while, Kashin and Pairon prepare to take Ruri t...


Chobits Vol. #1: Persocom
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-05-2003)

What They SayA Boy’s first computer. A country boy from Hokkaido, Hideki arrives in the big city (Tokyo) to go to college. Instantly, he is shocked and amazed by the variety and prevalence of Persocoms: personal computers designed to look and act li...

Being a Brief Discussion of Anime Dubs: Monica Rial Special Edition!
by Way Jeng (Mon 06-28-2004)

Hello! Welcome to an extra-special issue of "Being a Brief Discussion..." Today we've got an interview with the talented Monica Rial, who provides the voice of Lumiere in the FUNimation release of "Kiddy Grade." I'd like to thank Ms. Rial for appearing in...

Plastic Little (Essential Anime Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 02-29-2004)

What They SayPlastic Little has it all, from epic undersea battles and entire cities collapsing, to a ruthless villain to end all villains and the roughest, toughest, tomboy heroine to ever strut her stuff in a spandex wet-suit! Plastic Little is set on...

Soviet Cartoons!
by Brian Thomas (Mon 03-19-2007)

While the Japanese anime industry is suffering from overproduction, currently producing about two thirds of the world’s new animation, the glut found an outlet at this weekend’s Tokyo Anime Fair. Foreign buyers poured in to snap up rights t...


Iron Wok Jan Vol.#15
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 01-27-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Saijyo ShinjiTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayBattle Goose comes to close as Celine presents goose galatine that's practically fat free and Kiriko surprises Otani with sweet and spicy goose meat in Kyoto g...

Love Hina Again
by Dani Moure (Tue 02-19-2008)

What They SayJust when you thought it was safe to go back in the Hot Spring! Keitaro and Naru have finally begun college life at Tokyo University! After a long period of studying, bizarre happenings, random trips, and misunderstandings upon misunderstandi...

Irresponsible Captain Tylor Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-27-2001)

What They SayCommon wisdom is that being a soldier is a rather nasty business with a great deal of blood and killing, and that?s still true after mankind had discovered a way to cross interstellar distances. Nobility, Intelligence, self-sacrifice?all of t...

Taboo Charming Mother Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 01-23-2008)

What They SayKazuhiko continues the sexual rendezvous with Misako\'s sister and his aunt, Emiko. Now his Misako\'s jealousy grows by the second. She soon realizes that she no longer needs her husband. Instead, the one she truly desires both mentally and p...


Strawberry Marshmallow Vol. #3 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-15-2006)

What They SayChristmas Stories As with all young children, our young heroines become concerned with various things in their life such as dieting, hypnotism, and Santa Claus. The only difference is that Miu tends to add a little something out of the ordin...

Iron Wok Jan Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 03-02-2005)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Saijyo ShinjiTranslated by:Sahe KawaharaAdapted by:What They SayWe're down to the finals of the first National Young Adult Chinese Cuisine Cooking Contest! Jan Akiyama, Kirko Gobancho, and Celine Yang must use their knowledge ...

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

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

New Cutey Honey (Essential Anime Edition)
by Derek Guder (Tue 08-10-2004)

What They SayIn a futuristic world where evil comes in all shapes and sizes, she is the ultimate weapon. She\'s Cutey Honey, a one woman S.W.A.T. team whose android chassis is capable of changing at will into a dazzling array of hard-hitting, curvaceous b...


Magic Users Club Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-18-2001)

What They SayThe Magic User\'s Club includes the most powerful and skilled magicians in the world. Unfortunately, they were captured, and only Sae Sawanoguchi stands between Earth and certain destruction! The alien menace is drawing nearer, searching for ...

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Vol. #3
by Dani Moure (Sun 04-24-2005)

What They SayConvinced that the cyber terrorist known only as the Laughing Man has resurfaced, Section 9 accelerates their investigations. Major Kusanagi goes into a virtual chat room devoted to the Laughing Man and has an unusual encounter. But the peopl...

Gantz Vol. #4
by Dani Moure (Fri 05-19-2006)

What They SayAs Kato struggles to maintain control, Kishimoto realizes that with her new body comes a new hope. Unfortunately, before she can act on those options, the second game begins! As a new group of players is initiated into the world of the sphere...

Nightmare Campus
by Giaourus Ericus (Sat 02-16-2002)

The Review!AUDIO: A+ I'm primarily using the original Japanese audio track for this review. Both the Japanese and English tracks are in Dolby Digital Stereo. Overall, a very good job, with everything clear, crisp and undistorted. In particular, the lovely...


Burst Angel Vol. #3
by Dani Moure (Tue 06-20-2006)

What They SayIt\'s only a matter of time before things turn violent... Following the announcement of Sei\'s arranged marriage to a member of a rival faction, the veil drops on years of old rivalries. If you think an arranged marriage won\'t sit well with...

Panorama of Hell Vol.#1
by Josephine Fortune (Wed 01-04-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hideshi HinoTranslated by:Screaming Mad George, Charles Schneider, Yoko UmezawaAdapted by:What They SayPanorama of Hell is a shocking, torturous journey into the depths of one man\'s postnuclear Hell. Through the confessions ...

X3: Dania Ramirez and Aaron Stanford Rule
by Chris Brown (Wed 05-24-2006)

Continuing Comic2Film's 'X-Men: The Last Stand' round table coverage, thechrisbrown sat down with Dania Ramirez (Calisto) and Aaron Stanford (Pyro) about fight scenes, tight leather, and Dania's apparent desire to rule the world. But she wasn't typecast...

Kaleido Star: New Wings Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-02-2006)

What They SayIt all comes down to this...Leon pushes Sora to new extremes as he continues her special training to perfect the Angel's Maneuver. After experiencing new lows, she soars to new heights. Just when it seems that Sora's dream will finally becom...


Being a Brief Discussion of Anime Dubs: Colleen Clinkenbeard Special Edition
by Way Jeng (Wed 06-23-2004)

Interviewer: Way Jeng This column is in the process of being a brief discussion, and one of the greatest treats is being able to discuss anime and dubs with the people who make it happen. Today we've got an interview with the talented Colleen Clinkenbear...

Divergence Eve Misaki Chronicles Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-24-2006)

What They SayDeep in the quantum core, a tearful reunion provides Misaki with the answers she has been seeking all her life. Unfortunately, the path through which Misaki arrived at her goal has left LeBlanc a means to take complete control of Watcher's Ne...

Batman Begins
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 02-28-2005)

Genre:Action/Comic Book Adaptation/Sequel.Studio:Warner Brothers.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Released.Who's In It:Christian Bale (Bruce Wayne/"Batman"); Michael Caine (Alfred); Katie Holmes (Rachel); Liam Neeson (Henri Ducard); Morgan Freeman...

The Dresden Files Returns to its Roots
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 02-06-2007)

Sara Douglass’ The Wayfarer Redemption series chugs ahead with another volume, Jim Butcher’s The Dresden Files gets another action-packed installment, and science fiction anthologies run amok in this week’s Book Buzz.  Happy Tue...


Godannar Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-21-2006)

What They SayThey met in combat and it's combat that will tear them apart. Against a backdrop of planet-wide destruction, the Dannar team begins the last desperate assault against their inhuman adversaries. But as the war with the Mimetic Beasts reaches...

Stratos 4 Vol. #3
by Dani Moure (Tue 09-13-2005)

What They SayAs a giant comet draws ever nearer to Earth, communications are suddenly cut with the orbital defense stations. Our young friends watch powerlessly as their friend Karin who had fallen sick is taken away and their base is put under military c...

Rurouni Kenshin Vol.#28
by Megan Lavey (Wed 07-05-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Nobuhiro WatsukiTranslated by:Kenichiro YagiAdapted by:What They SayAs the feared assassin of the Bakumatsu, Himura Kenshin killed in the name of the new era. As the rurouni of Meiji, he wielded a sakabato to protect those who...

Utawarerumono Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-25-2007)

What They SayThe question of Hakuoro's past has never loomed more ominously. Now, the reluctant leader is forced to piece together his true identity, even as more questions arise. How is it possible to have a twin from an alternate world? Why is Eluluu n...


The X-MEN Are Back
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 05-01-2003)

THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONSJohn Ottman did double duty on X2, the sequel to X-MEN that opens this Friday. He served as both editor and composer of the soundtrack (a feat he tackled previously on THE USUAL SUSPECTS, APT PUPIL, and URBAN LEGENDS: FINAL CUT ...

Princess Tutu Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-11-2006)

What They SayA story's birth is a sudden event: the start, a happy accident; the end, the fate for which it's meant. Cruel the story without an end. But the stasis of the status quo can soothe the sick and weary soul. Why leave the shadow puppet show and ...

Lights Out (aka: An Evening Something Wonderful May Happen) Vol.#02
by Jarred Pine (Thu 03-30-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Myung-Jin LeeTranslated by:Ellen ChoiAdapted by:What They SayGun is still having a difficult time trying to win Seung-Ah\'s love and attention. To make matters worse, Seung-Hyuk, a close friend of Seung-Ah and former resident ...

Lights Out (aka: An Evening Something Wonderful May Happen) Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Thu 03-30-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Myung-Jin LeeTranslated by:Ellen ChoiAdapted by:What They SayGun is still having a difficult time trying to win Seung-Ah\'s love and attention. To make matters worse, Seung-Hyuk, a close friend of Seung-Ah and former resident ...


Iron Wok Jan Vol.#25
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 10-17-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Saijyo ShinjiTranslated by:Toshikazu HosakaAdapted by:Ailen LujoWhat They SayWhile Kou and Kiriko are sweating over their dish to add personality to the bland ostrich meat, Jan pulls out his secret weapon: \"the magic box.\" H...

Midori Days Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-18-2005)

What They SayBeware aggressive women! Seiji\'s beset on all sides by assertive females! Shiori wants to live with him because her father is remarrying. Ayase is trying to ask him out, but he\'s too dense to notice. His crazy sister Rin is trying to toy wi...

Yugo the Negotiator Vol. #4
by Dani Moure (Fri 05-18-2007)

What They SayIn a harsh and frozen land, the prayer of a child will guide a dying nation to rebirth. Surviving snowstorms, betrayals and mind-numbing torture, Yugo has managed to infiltrate a FSK military base. Manipulating the organization from the insi...

Viz Donates $100K in GN's to Libraries (Fri 06-16-2000)

VIZ DONATES $100,000 IN GRAPHIC NOVELS TO U.S. PUBLIC LIBRARIES MANGA OUTREACH TO NEW AUDIENCES NATIONWIDE San Francisco, CA (6/16/00)-Viz Comics, America's 5th-largest comics publisher and largest publisher of Japanese comics, has recently donated over...


Being a Brief Discussion with Liam O'Brien About Koi Kaze
by Way Jeng (Tue 07-18-2006)

Interviewer: Way Jeng Interviewer (I): Today I'm talking with Liam O'Brien, voice actor in and ADR director of Koi Kaze. Let's start at the very beginning. Any discussion about Koi Kaze has to involve its central theme, incest. A lot of fans are undoubte...

The Return of Divi-Chan
by Roman Martel (Sat 01-01-2000)

Well after returning home to find that an imposter had given an interview in her stead, Divi was pretty upset. As it turns out the imposter is not only someone who knows Divi well enough to impersonate her but has also caused trouble in the past. With som...

Desert Punk Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-10-2006)

What They SayIs Desert Punk dead? Fearing the worst, Kosuna adopts his name and carries on with the help of a pint-sized apprentice equipped with a full-sized attitude! Double-crosses and unexpected events lead to an explosive final battle... but has Dese...

Desert Punk Vol. #6 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-04-2007)

What They SayIs Desert Punk dead? Fearing the worst, Kosuna adopts his name and carries on with the help of a pint-sized apprentice equipped with a full-sized attitude! Double-crosses and unexpected events lead to an explosive final battle... but has Dese...


Steel Angel Kurumi Vol. #4
by andrew (Wed 10-15-2003)

The Review!This is it, the conclusion to the first season of Steel Angel Kurumi. Nakahito has been taken by the Academy, and it?s up to the Steel Angels to rescue him. The final mysteries are revealed as we rush towards the end. Audio: The audio mix is ...

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

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

Samurai Champloo Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by brettbarkley (Mon 07-18-2005)

The Review!I was initially interested in this series when I learned it featured the directorial talents of Shinchiro Watanabe, whose work on Cowboy Bebop I enjoyed greatly, and the artistic vision of Kazuto Nakazawa, whose work intrigued me in the excepti...

DVD Shopping Bag: Windfalls and Downfalls
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 08-12-2008)

The time has come Maniacs to catch up on all of last season’s TV. Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles Season 1, Heroes: Season 2, Dexter - The Complete Second Season, Prison Break - Season 3 and Torchwood - The Complete Second Season are all sla...


Samurai 7 Vol. #4 (Viridian Collection)
by Justin Rich (Tue 10-09-2007)

What They SayLast minute preparations have been made, as the impending battle for Kanna draws near. In the furious climax, not all of the Samurai will survive. There is no turning back.The Review!Carnage is underway as the Bandits relentlessly attack Kan...

DVD News & Notes for July 10, 2001
by John Thonen (Tue 07-10-2001)

Universal's Golden Age Of Horror will soon be coming our way when Universal Studios unleashes a host of DVD double-features sure to whet the cinematic appetite of any classic-era horror movie fan. Not wanting to miss out on the interest generated by their...

Black Lagoon Second Barrage Vol. #2
by Christopher Homer (Fri 10-17-2008)

The only show that I went into blind, and became a massive fan of. 2nd Barrage continuing into brilliance, with action, comedy, great characters, mystery, suspense -  and even a little romance for the most unlikely character in the show. What They S...

Comicscape February 2, 2005
by Tony Whitt (Wed 02-02-2005)

Well, folks, we've finally come to the end of a long journey or rather I have, as the main comics columnist for CINESCAPE. I hope you've enjoyed these columns as much as I've enjoyed writing them, and if you'd like to keep up with my future work, Google ...


Urotsukidoji IV: Inferno Road (Mon 09-29-2003)

What They SayFrom the creator of La Blue Girl and Demon Warrior Koji! It’s the Age of the Overfiend, and flesh-hungry monsters rule the Earth. Immortal half-demon Amano Jyaku travels the wasteland, witness to the rape and torture of the human race....

Fighting Spirit Vol. #13
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-29-2006)

What They SayIppo is eager to return to the ring., but Chief Kamogawa\'s trainingemphasizes solely on defense. Facing his tough opponent fromThailand, Ippo develops his own fighting style that combines bothoffense and defense. The bell rings, determined ...