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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... Improper Censorship in Shoujo Anime
by Justin Strauss (-)
The subject of censorship and editing in anime is perhaps the most commonly discussed topic in the industry. This applies even more so to almost every complaint and angry editorial you'll ever hear. However, there's something going on in the anime world l... Anime Expo - Thursday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)
Opening Ceremonies
The cell phone rings....I glance at the clock and see its 8:30, who dares
disturb my slumber. Its wolve, he\'s arrived at the convention and decided to
wake me up. I know who I\'m gonna lock today. After getting prepped for the... 
Right Stuf’s ANIME TODAY Interviews VIZ Media’s Wendy Shimamura Plus hot products in Japan, reviews and more in episode 56. (Mon 12-24-2007)
GRIMES, IA, December 21, 2007 – Anime producer and mega-online anime retailer Right Stuf, Inc. is pleased to welcome Wendy Shimamura – associate product manager for VIZ Media’s Home Entertainment division – to episode 56 of ANIME T...Anime Today With Greg Ayres (Sat 02-17-2007)
Plus, the latest Japanese fast food craze, shoujo manga & more in Episode 34! GRIMES, IA, February 16, 2007 " Anime producer and mega-online anime retailer The Right Stuf International closes out Valentine's week by welcoming Greg Ayres " the voice of...Anime on DVD: Fushigi Yugi (-)
Fushigi Yugi This is the story of a girl, who made her dreams come true after she came to possess the seven stars of Suzaku, and many powers were bestowed upon her. The story itself is a spell. The one who reads it through will be given the powers and ...Right Stuf’s ANIME TODAY Interviews Anna Morrow, the Voice of “Honoka” in THE THIRD (Mon 02-18-2008)
Plus Valentine’s & White Days, Swinging Popsicles, contests & more in episode 60! GRIMES, IA, February 15, 2008 – Anime producer and mega-online anime retailer Right Stuf, Inc. is pleased to welcome Anna Morrow – the voice of “Ho...Right Stuf ™s ANIME TODAY Talks Conventions With AnimeCons.com Founder Patrick Delahanty Plus travel gear for your trip to Japan, contests and reviews in Episode 49! (Fri 09-14-2007)
Right Stuf's ANIME TODAY Talks Conventions With AnimeCons.com Founder Patrick Delahanty Plus travel gear for your trip to Japan, contests and reviews in Episode 49! GRIMES, IA, September 14, 2007 " Anime producer and mega-online anime retailer Right S...Shoujo Kakumei Utena Vol. 1 (-)
What They SayThe Review!\"If the egg\'s shell does not break, the chick will die unborn\" \"We are the chick; the egg is the world\" \"If the world\'s shell does not break, we will die unborn\" \"Break the world\'s shell!\" chorus: \"For the sake of revo...Marketing and the Anime Consumer
by Tena Mastrangelo (-)
Has the way anime been sold and presented influenced the number of female anime fans?
Note: in early December 1999 interview surveys were sent to all domestic anime companies to various contact addresses. Those quoted in this article were the ones who re... 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... Confessions of an Anime Slut
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-17-2000)
I'll admit it. Readily. I like anime. I like a lot of anime. Give me a tape or a disc with anime, I'll enjoy it. Slip me a soundtrack or even a drama CD, I'll listen to it. With almost every show that I've seen in the past twenty years or so of watching a... Anime Expo - Full Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 06-01-2001)
Staff Reporter: Andrew Tei
Opening Ceremonies
Pioneer
TRSI
Media Blasters
Kikuko Inoue Press Panel
ADV Films
Bandai Entertainment
Viz
Synch Point
AnimEigo
Central Park Media
Tokyopop
Hi... Anime Expo - Complete Report
by Andrew Tei (Mon 07-09-2001)
Opening Ceremonies
Pioneer
TRSI
Media Blasters
Kikuko Inoue Press Panel
ADV Films
Bandai Entertainment
Viz
Synch Point
AnimEigo
Central Park Media
Tokyopop
Hi everyone! Quick report until the show gets going in an hour. The opening ceremonies o... Anime X-Plode
by Lauren Goodnight (Sun 08-22-2004)
What They SayThe Anime X-Plode! compilation CD was the brainchild of Rod Boaz and Mike Eckart, co-founders of Elastic Media Corporation - an anime dubbing and music production company based in Los Angeles. During the process of working with a variety of v... ADV's Anime Boston 2004 Announcements (Fri 04-09-2004)
PRINCESS TUTU AND RAHXEPHON: THE MOTION PICTURE LICENSED; EXCEL SAGA COLLECTION, SONIC SOLDIER BORGMAN DVD PREMIERE, AND MY DEAR MARIE DVD PREMIERE ANNOUNCED ANIME BOSTON, April 10, 2004?ADV Films today announced the acquisition for Anime Network broadca...Shoujocon - Full Report
by Andrew Tei (Thu 08-15-2002)
by Mariela Ortiz (with special guest Andrew Tei)
Shoujocon is an odd con for me to be writing a report about. Its insanely
hard to be objective about it - I staffed it for two years, so I\'m able to see
aspects of it that the average con go-er doe... Year in Review: 2000
by Roman Martel (Sat 01-01-2000)
Intro
I've been writing reviews for Anime on DVD.com since 1998. I've been a fan of anime for a bit longer than that. It's been interesting to see my style of review change over the years. With 2000 I realized that I had to do something a bit different in... Anime Week in Reviews
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 11-15-2008)
Every week we cover a whole lot of material here in the Anime and Manga section of Mania.com and it can get a bit overwhelming at times. So in order to fix that a bit, we're doing a weekly rewind view of what went down in the world of anime reviews for th... Anime Expo - Del Rey Manga Panel
by Jason Yeh (Mon 07-04-2005)
Host: Dallas Middaugh
No new license announcements at AX.
The Del Rey panel was more laid back than most other industry panels. Dallas started things off by giving a quick overview of the company. Del Rey has been publishing manga for just over a year. ... Anime Boston - State of the Industry Personal Observation
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-12-2004)
During the state of the industry panel, there was a lot of the usual kinds of questions and a number of good and amusing ones. Thankfully as times goes on and the mantra of how digisubs are affecting the industry is seeping in and the question isn\'t aske... The Pros and Cons of Being a Female Anime Fan
by Tena Mastrangelo (-)
A minority among a minority
Every time I go into a room as an unknown into a group of anime or role-playing fans, the same thing always happens. People stop all conversations momentarily and stare at me and I feel dozens of eyes boring into my back.
Wha... Anime Expo - Central Park Media
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-01-2005)
Central Park Media/ Be Beautiful panel hosted John O'Donnell, Masumi O'Donnell and Peter Tatara
John started out with what CPM has released this year. Blackjack was the first title presented. Shadow Star Narutaru
was the next Japanese title mentioned. ... AnimeOnDVD.com Five Year Commentary
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 03-02-2003)
What a weird and fun ride this has been.
Tomorrow, March 3rd, is the 5th anniversary of the start of the site. Our first full real news posting was just a few days later on March 5th, 1998 where we mentioned some new Image titles coming out. Our next p... Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Adolescence Mokushiroku (-)
What They SayThe Review!\"Another me, for the power to revolutionize the world.\" Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Adolescence Mokushiroku, or The Adolescence of Utena (the official English title), was perhaps the most hyped and anticipated anime theatrical release...Being a Brief Discussion of Anime Dubs: On Being and Becoming a Good Critic
by Way Jeng (Tue 02-01-2005)
Everybody's a critic. We've heard it so many times that it has become a joke, but that doesn't mean remove the truth from the phrase. Every opinion a person expresses about anime or dubs is criticism. It may not take the form of a review or a column, but ... 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....ADV announces first wave of December product (Mon 10-13-2003)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ADV ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR RAHXEPHON-ORCHESTRATION 7: CRESCENDO CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED SERIES COMES TO AN END WITH THE DECEMBER 2, 2003 RELEASE OF THE SEVENTH VOLUME OF THE TITLE HOUSTON, October 13, 2003-ADV Films today offi...Janie Don't Got a Gun
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 10-15-2006)
Humans have violent tendencies, which is nothing new. Sometimes violence proves necessary for survival, and sometimes we're just kind of a twisted species. A quick, historical study will reveal the thousands of methods and instruments people came up wit... 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...Magic Knights Rayearth Memorial Collection 1
by Joshua Carvalho (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Ratings
Audio: B-
Video: B-
Menus: D
Extras: B
Packaging: C
Technical: D
Content: B+
Shoujo: the very utterance of the word usually sends me running away, screaming to make it stop. Yes, that's right, I am not a big shoujo fan. ... Magic Girl Mayhem
by Janet Houck (Thu 12-28-2006)
I’m closing off 2006 with a tribute to the anime genre that has been for many their first experience: magical girls (maho shoujo) who transform, use magical powers, and fight evil to save the world. And sometimes, they have an animal sidekick as... 06/08/2004 Edition
by da Original S Man (Tue 06-08-2004)
Forum Buzz
By da Original S Man
6/9/04 Edition
From the desk of da Original S Man:
Yes, yes.. I know. You're in shock. Gonna be a long week at this rate.
Important News
System Update: 4 Line .sig limit
Simple reminder. No more than 4 lines to... For The Ladies
by Janet Houck (Wed 10-18-2006)
Today, we'll take a look at a genre of manga and anime that has rapidly grown in Japan and the US during the past few years. Josei manga, literally "woman" manga, targets the older teenage and adult female audience. Often created by women for women, jose... Tenchi in Tokyo Vol. #5
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!I think that this is the third belated "Tenchi in Tokyo" review that I've done. I seem to remember that Volume 3 was delayed by several months last spring, and then I had just left on vacation when Volume 4 arrived in my mailbox (in Pincourt, Q... New Galaxy Brings Old Anime (Fri 10-26-2007)
Just as companies go under, new ones come up to fill in some of the void. This year has added one more new company to the fold as New Galaxy Anime made some mild noise yesterday about their site launch and acquisition of Unico for DVD distribution in the ...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... UC IRVINE EXTENSION OFFERS THIRD COURSE IN ANIME, MANGA (Tue 11-27-2007)
Students learn about popular Japanese art-form, pitch concepts to studio execs IRVINE, Calif. (November 26, 2007) – UC Irvine Extension, the continuing education arm of the University of California, Irvine, has announced plans to offer a new, third...Bring a Friend
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 09-06-2006)
It's a common exclamation. You're settled on the couch watching an anime masterpiece like "Grave of the Fireflies", and your parents or your roommate or your dog walks in and says, "Hey, isn't this like that Pokemon thing?" If Grave of the Fireflies' viv... Revolutionary Girl Utena Vol. #01
by Justin Emerson (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!As a few of you may know I'm a big time shoujo Anime fan, so I was really stoked when I got this disc. I had set my hopes pretty high on this disc, and the only disappointment was when it was over.
Audio on the disc was your standard Biling... RIGHT STUF and KADOKAWA PICTURES USA to Release THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH THE BLUE EYE (Mon 02-26-2007)
First anime DVD planned for Summer 2007 GRIMES, IA, February 26, 2007 " Anime producer and distributor The Right Stuf International announced at New York Comic Con that it has been selected by Kadokawa Pictures USA to handle North American production a...88 Miles Per Hour!!
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 06-21-2007)
Anime fans have a lot to say about censorship. Namely, it sucks. Everyone mouths off when their favourite anime or manga is massacred when it comes to America. I'm hardly innocent; I complain about censorship all the time in this column, outside this colu... Marmalade Boy Dub Review
by Allen Divers (Tue 03-02-2004)
Anime has one true edge over domestic animation; even when creating a series with a specific genre in mind, a series can still entertain all audiences. It's this fact that often finds males of all ages picking up cute pink DVDs with titles such as Super ... ADV Films Acquires The Wallflower (Wed 05-16-2007)
Announcement Made At Tribute to Series Director HOUSTON, April 16, 2007 " Last night acclaimed anime director Shinichi "Nabeshin" Watanabe (Excel Saga, Nerima Daikon Brothers) and ADV Films President John Ledford announced that ADV Films had acquired ri...Princess Nine Vol. #1
by David Owens (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Ahhh, shoujo anime! Another fun and exciting shoujo series being released by Media Bla--er...by Pio--no...by....ADV?! What the heck?! Batten down the hatches and tighten those radiation doors, the world's ending!
Princess Nine is, as mentioned... Heat Guy J Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Thu 07-21-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Chiaki OgishimaTranslated by:Beni Axia HirayamaAdapted by:What They SayDaisuke Aurora works with the special division of peacekeepers in the city of Jewde, one of the largest cities on the planet. He and his android partner, H... Fushigi Yugi Suzaku Box Set
by Justin Emerson (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!After a grueling 650 minutes of watching, I have to say that this DVD is a must-have for every Anime DVD collector. While it does have it's flaws, this is one of the best collections out there, hands-down, bar-none.
The story (as is hinted ... Rurouni Kenshin Vol. #01: Legendary Swordsman
by Joshua Carvalho (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Ratings Audio: D+ Video: B Menus: C- Extras: B+ Packaging: C- Technical: F Content: B
Rurouni Kenshin is finally here on DVD, and... and... I nearly didn't buy it. Sorry guys, I haven't seen the show before, and I nearly passed on it due to t... Ayashi No Ceres Vol. #1 - #6 (Wed 10-25-2000)
What They SayBased on the manga series by Yuu Watase (Fushigi Yuugi), and animation produced by the Fushigi Yuugi staff. The Review!Ayashi no Ceres is basically a shoujo anime with some action, gore, and mature themes... somewhat un-shoujo like. It will m...Manga Mania
by Allen Divers (Thu 01-29-2004)
2003 proved to be a banner year for manga releases in North America. Every week, manga enthusiasts could find a large variety of offerings from many of the mainstays in the industry as well as some hot titles from a few new upstarts. Fans of manga can a... Mermaid Melody Pichi Pichi Pitch Vol.#01
by Robert Harris (Fri 08-25-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Michiko Yokote and Pink HanamoriTranslated by:William FlanaganAdapted by:What They SayLucia is the new girl at school. She and her sister run a public bath that's all the rage. When Lucia meets a terrific-looking surfer boy, t... Kite Vol. #1 & #2 (-)
What They SayThe Review!Seeing all the \"hype\" going on about un-edited Kite, I was compelled to write a review as someone who\'s seen both Media Blasters\' edited version and the original version. First, I\'d like to make it clear that I am one of the ...Revolutionary Girl Utena Vol. #02
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!The disk that shoujo anime fans in the United States and Canada have been eagerly awaiting. The second DVD of Revolutionary Girl Utena, entitled "The Rose Collection 2", comprises episodes 8 through 13, which are volumes 3 and 4 of the original... The Localization Shark Tank
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 04-25-2007)
Is it possible to talk about anime and localization without stirring fans into a bloody feeding frenzy?
Short answer: Not that I've ever seen.
What is "Localization?" Simply put, it's the smoothing of text and/or dialogue an a... Chance Pop Session Vol. #1
by andrew (Wed 10-15-2003)
The Review!The Japanese world of Idol singing comes to the US market with ADV?s release of Chance Pop Session, which is scheduled for release just 4 months after the American Idol sensation hit the US. Three Japanese singers have been brought together for... Watch Episode 1 of THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH THE BLUE EYE on IGN.com Series from Right Stuf & Kadokawa Pictures USA hits DVD on July 31, 2007! (Mon 06-25-2007)
GRIMES, IA, June 25, 2007 " Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf Inc./Nozomi Entertainment and Kadokawa Pictures USA are excited to announce the first episode of THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH THE BLUE EYE will be streaming on IGN.com from June 25 through...RIGHT STUF/NOZOMI ENTERTAINMENT & KADOKAWA PICTURES USA Unveil Art Box & Puzzles for THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH THE BLUE EYE, DVD VOL. 3: GRAVESTONE LIMITED EDITION (Tue 09-11-2007)
Available on Nov. 27, 2007 GRIMES, IA, September 10, 2007 " Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc./Nozomi Entertainment and Kadokawa Pictures USA are pleased to unveil the artwork for the collectible box and extras that will be released with th...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... Sentimental Journey
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-20-2004)
What They SayContains all 12 episodes!
Twelve stories of romance and unrequited love, Sentimental Journey is the story of twelve girls that have left love in their past. Based on the popular video game series Sentimental Graffiti, Sentimental Journey is... WE KEEP YOU SAFE
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 10-08-2006)
America was founded on several undeniable truths penned by our forefathers or Optimus Prime, depending on which generation you were born into. All men are equal. Freedom is all. Humans have the right to speak and worship as they choose ... unless there... Nozomi Entertainment Launches the Maria Watches Over Us Official Site
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-30-2008)
Asks fans to submit their questions for the series’ creator; celebrates release of Season 1 DVD Collection
GRIMES, IA, July 29, 2008 – Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are pleased to celebrate the July ... Prétear: The Complete Series
by John Sinnott (Mon 10-16-2006)
Anime is expensive. There's no two ways about it, this hobby runs into some bucks. One thing that the publishers are doing to make it more affordable though is releasing a boxed set of a series some time after the individual volume release has been comp... RIGHT STUF'S NOZOMI ENTERTAINMENT Unveils Trailer & Details for (Fri 05-16-2008)
GRIMES, IA, May 15, 2008 - Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are pleased to unveil the first trailer for MARIA WATCHES OVER US (Maria-sama ga Miteru), now showing at mariasama.rightstuf.com (http://mariasama.rightst...Random Tracks 02
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 09-01-2001)
Random Tracks is a column/editorial and email answering piece that sort of lets me just hit various subjects and just go with it. We've had columns similar to this in the past, but they were mostly done by other people. I figured it's finally time to get ... Do You Know the Milfing Man
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-12-2007)
What They SayWhen his mother dies and his father remarries, Kaito takes a shine to his sexy new stepmother, Sayoko. Driven mad with lust, Kaito is soon spying on her and sneaking into her bedroom for some covert late-night action. Though racked with guilt... Train Man: A Shojo Manga Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 11-28-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Machiko OchaTranslated by:Makoto YukonAdapted by:What They SaySometimes, all it takes to find true love is one moment of courage... and a lot of virtual friends. When Ikumi Saiki meets a beautiful girl on the train ride home, ... Train Man: A Shojo Manga Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 11-28-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Machiko OchaTranslated by:Makoto YukonAdapted by:What They SaySometimes, all it takes to find true love is one moment of courage... and a lot of virtual friends. When Ikumi Saiki meets a beautiful girl on the train ride home, ... Train Man: A Shojo Manga Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 11-28-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Machiko OchaTranslated by:Makoto YukonAdapted by:What They SaySometimes, all it takes to find true love is one moment of courage... and a lot of virtual friends. When Ikumi Saiki meets a beautiful girl on the train ride home, ... Train Man: A Shojo Manga Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 11-28-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Machiko OchaTranslated by:Makoto YukonAdapted by:What They SaySometimes, all it takes to find true love is one moment of courage... and a lot of virtual friends. When Ikumi Saiki meets a beautiful girl on the train ride home, ... RIGHT STUF’S NOZOMI ENTERTAINMENT to Release MARIA WATCHES OVER US (Maria-sama ga Miteru) (Thu 03-06-2008)
First “season box set” scheduled for Summer 2008 GRIMES, IA, March 6, 2008 – Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are pleased to announce the licensing of MARIA WATCHES OVER US (Maria-sama ga Miteru)....His and Her Circumstances Vol. #1
by Chris Collette (Sat 07-06-2002)
The Review!In John Clements\' and Helen McCarthy\'s entry for His and Her Circumstances in \"The Anime Encyclopedia\" (2001, Stone Bridge Press), they make the following jaded quip that has personified the apprehension of many an otaku concerning this sho... Fushigi Yugi Suzaku Box Set
by Jim Wilson (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!After watching such anime as Neon Genesis Evangelion, or Revolutionary Girl Utena, my mind went into a kinda freeze. I couldn't decide whether or not I actually liked these series. However then came Fushigi Yugi!
Audio: In terms of sound, I fo... RIGHT STUF'S NOZOMI ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES the MARIA WATCHES OVER US - Season 1 DVD Collection (Thu 04-17-2008)
First season of Maria-sama ga Miteru scheduled for July 29, 2008 GRIMES, IA, April 17, 2008 - Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are pleased to announce the release of the MARIA WATCHES OVER US (Maria-sama ga Miteru) ...Revolutionary Girl Utena Vol. #01
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!"Revolutionary Girl Utena" is Central Park Media's (primarily U.S. Manga Corps, though "Utena" is sold under their "Software Sculptors" label) first attempt to put a television series on DVD. This particular disc contains 7 episodes; the next o... Robotech Retrospective
by Nadia Oxford, Columnist (Sat 02-09-2008)
Thinking back to cartoons from the 1980s puts you in grave danger of breaking down under the pull of nostalgia and weeping while your boss watches in alarm. We were impressionable creatures as kids. Though we might be uncomfortable to admit it now, how ma... Tenchi Forever
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!The highlight of this year's "Fant-Asia" festival here in Montreal was seeing "Tenchi Forever" on the big screen at the old Imperial cinema on de Bleury street! (Come to think of it; it was the only film I saw at this year's "Fant-Asia" festiva... Fushigi Yugi Suzaku Box Set
by Steve Brandon (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!This is the story of a young man, who wrote a review after he came to possess the four disks of the box set of Suzaku, and the first twenty-six episodes of the series Fushigi Yûgi were bestowed unto him.
The story itself is a review. The one w... Mad Gas Car
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 05-28-2005)
When your favorite Japanese anime series makes its way to the USA, it's not always all it should be. Some bits get left behind. It used to be taken for granted that anime would be edited for TV, or just edited to remove "cultural differences" or just but... Cardcaptor Sakura Vol. #01-18 (Sun 06-16-2002)
What They SayBlockbuster hit Anime on DVD. Based on the work by CLAMP. Contains the first-season episodes 1 thru 3. #1 \"Sakura to Fushigi na Moho No Hon (Sakura and a book of magic)\", #2 \"Sakura NO Sutekina Otomodachi (Sakura\'s wonderful friend)\" and...Jyu-Oh-Sei (Planet of the Beast King): Complete Series Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-29-2008)
With his parents killed, Thor finds himself cast down to the secret capital punishment planet of Chimaera where he has to fight to survive.
What They Say:
In the distant future, humanity has migrated into space to settle in the Balkan System, leaving be... Gunbuster
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-26-2006)
What They SayA.D. 2015: The Luxion fleet, commanded by Noriko Takaya\'s father, is annihilated by an assault from Space Monsters while navigating the constellation Cygnus. Six years later, Noriko has become a first-year student at the Okinawa Girls\' Spac... Dubbling the value of your collection: What dubs do right
by B.A. Holtzman (-)
Ahh the dub; hated by the elitists yet preferred by the majority it is one of the more controversial creatures of the anime world. Serious anime fans seem to have a paradoxical relationship to dubs. On the one hand dubs are responsible for delays between ... Extras Announced for THE THIRD: The Girl With the BlueEye, DVD Vol. 1 (Tue 06-19-2007)
Series makes North American debut on July 31, 2007 GRIMES, IA, June 19, 2007 " Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc./Nozomi Entertainment and Kadokawa Pictures USA are pleased to reveal that the July 31 release of THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH THE ...Fushigi Yugi - The Mysterious Play Vol. #2
by Mike Dungan (Mon 09-27-2004)
What They SayMiaka is finally able to return home! But at what cost? Yui is now trapped within the book and Miaka travels back to the Universe of the Four Gods to save her. However, a few hours spent in the real world was months in the book and Miaka find... Manga Mania
by Allen Divers (Tue 06-24-2003)
Before I sit down to write a column, I plan out what I'm going to do. Because I'm still getting a feel for this, I decided that I would stick to the basics this week with a few quick reviews. Well, first off, a bit of news from last week.
Follow-up on ... Angel Links Vol. #1 (Wed 08-25-1999)
What They SayA spin-off show of the blockbuster anime \'\'Outlawstar\'\'! This time, a beautiful girl is the hero of the series. Directed by Yuji Yamaguchi of \"Gaogeiger\" fame. Hardware design by Kazuki Miyabu who did Macross.The Review!Angel Links is a...RIGHT STUF LAUNCHES OFFICIAL SITE for THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH THE BLUE EYE (Fri 06-08-2007)
Site offers clips, downloads & contests in advance of series' July 31 debut! GRIMES, IA, June 8, 2007 " Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc./Nozomi Entertainment and Kadokawa Pictures USA are pleased to announce the official launch of www.th...Trailer Now "Live" on www.thethirdanime.com for The Third: The Girl with the Blue Eye (Wed 05-16-2007)
First DVD of series from Right Stuf & Kadokawa Pictures USA streets July 31! GRIMES, IA, May 16, 2007 " Anime producer and distributor The Right Stuf International and Kadokawa Pictures USA are pleased to unveil the trailer for THE THIRD: THE GIRL WITH ...Marmalade Boy Collection 1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 05-02-2004)
What They SayMiki Koishikawa\'s world is turned upside down when her parents tell her they are divorcing, swapping partners and are all going to live together under one roof. It\'s hard enough being a teenager, but dealing with new parents, a cute step-br... Boys Love and Hate
by Janet Houck (Thu 04-05-2007)
Today, we turn towards perhaps one of the most vocal niches in otakudom: the lovers of shounen-ai, Boy Love. Just to lay this straight early on, shounen-ai isn’t yaoi. Instead of focusing on the physical aspects of love between two men, Boy Love... Ghost Hunt Season 1 Part 1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 11-03-2008)
Serving up stories of the paranormal across multiple episodes, Ghost Hunt is a solid and engaging diversion for the spiritually minded.
What They Say:
The appeal of the unknown is undeniable and freshman Mai Taniyama is hooked. This fact, coupled with h... Haruka: Beyond the Stream of Time Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-21-2008)
What They SayWhile on her way to high school with friends Tenma and Shimon, Akane Motomiya is drawn to an old well. With a sudden gust of wind, a mysterious shadow appears. Drifting through a mysterious void, Akane is bestowed with a glimmering jewel - a ... Comicscape - August 9, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 08-09-2006)
ULTIMATE AVENGERS 2 hit store shelves and the hot little hands of fan boys yesterday. The film stands as the second in Marvel's campaign of straight-to-DVD animated movies produced by Lion's Gate. And, fortunately for both Marvel and comic fans, this en... Absolute Boyfriend (aka: Zettai Kareshi) Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Wed 02-08-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yuu WataseTranslated by:Lillian OlsenAdapted by:What They SayThe ReviewPACKAGING
Talk about provocative front cover! It features a freshly unwrapped naked Night with a card labeled "Present for You" between his lips (don't wor... Hell Girl Vol. #03
by Briana Lawrence (Tue 11-25-2008)
Creative Talent:
Writer/Artist: Miyuki Eto
Translation: Gemma Collinge
Adaptation: Gemma Collinge
What They Say:
Sweet Revenge
Revenge is sweet...and easy: Just visit the Hell Girl's website, and this goddess of damnation will drag your enemy into ... Earth Girl Arujuna: Director's Edition Vol. #1 (Fri 12-28-2001)
What They SayThe show is from Masaharu Kawamori of \'Macross\' fame. The newly mastered high quality transfer gives better picture and sound to this awsome TV show. What is the future seen by Juna, the empathic girl who feels the pains of the Earth.....? ...Learning the Lingo
by Janet Houck (Wed 08-23-2006)
Hello all. Same webpage, same column name. It has occurred to me that it's rather hard to get into the nitty-gritty of anime and manga if you don't know what all these little Japanese words that otaku toss around actually mean. Thus, this column is dedic... Mermaid Melody Pichi-Pichi Pitch
by Jasconius (Fri 10-24-2003)
Mermaids! Singing! A girl's first love! What more can you want from a cute shoujo anime?
Luchia is the princess of some mermaid kingdom, and years earlier, she lost her little thing that lets her sing in order to save a boy that she rescued. Now, she's ... Here is Greenwood
by jjmatthews (Mon 07-18-2005)
The Review!Audio:
For this review, we listened to the original Japanese language track. Dialogue is clear throughout. Music and sound effects are used freely and effectively in the series to aid the viewer in understanding the often-hilarious events on-... Viz Media At MIPTV (Wed 04-09-2008)
Viz Media is currently showing off some of its wares in attempts to gain distribution throughout the world at the MIPTV conference according to ICv2. Their usual stable of titles are there such as Buso Renkin, Bleach and Blue Dragon as well as the previou...Brigadoon Vol. #1
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)
What They SayEpisode 1
Blue-Colored Introduction
Marin Asagi is a poor 13-year-old girl who lives in a tenement house with her extended family in downtown Tokyo. One day she is attacked by an evil alien robot thing and then Melan Blue, a robot protector... Utena - Virtual Star Embryology
by Lauren Goodnight (Fri 10-22-2004)
What They SayAnime fans, rose brides and Ohtori Academy members all agree: \"Utena Original Soundtrack 2 - Virtual Star Embryology\" is a must-have companion CD containing an unconventional, but unique blend of eerie, mischievous, whimsical, moody and em... 05/05/2004 Edition
by da Original S Man (Wed 05-05-2004)
Forum Buzz
By da Original S Man
5/5/04 Edition
From the desk of da Original S Man:
Ever get the feeling that something is missing? Hmm.. what could it be... Aoi-chan? No wait, that comes out on July 6th..
Important News
System Update: Power to the P!nk... Starblazers Vol. #3 (Tue 02-27-2001)
What They SayNo sooner has the Star Force said its sad farewells to Earth than they are plunged into the unknown perils of deep space! The Argo continues its desperate mission to Iscandar as Emperor Desslok and his Gamilon commanders place sinister traps ...Manga Mania
by Allen Divers (Sun 06-15-2003)
Ever get a feeling of Déjà vu? In this particular case, probably not as you aren't the one writing this article about my adventures at Akon after just finishing two other columns featuring tidbits from Akon. Well, to reassure myself that I am working on... Fushigi Yûgi (Shojo Edition) Vol.#03
by Megan Lavey (Tue 08-03-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yu WataseTranslated by:Yuji OnikiAdapted by:What They SayWhat they say: Miaka Yuki is an ordinary junior high student who is suddenly transported into the world of a book, The Universe of the Four Gods. Surrounded by enemies w... Dragonball Z TV #21: Frieza - Transformation
by Jonathan Hertzog (Thu 02-07-2002)
The Review!If you liked Frieza: The Summoning...
Audio:
Audio is identical to the other DBZ TV discs, English stereo, Japanese mono. The Japanese track was solid as usual. My only experience with the horribly-dubbed English track occurred by accident, a... Marmalade Boy Collection 2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 11-14-2004)
What They SayMiki and Yuu are in the center of a romantic whirlwind - not only are Ginta and Arimi trying to get in the middle of their relationship, new friends and relatives are becoming involved in this muddled mess! With part-time jobs, holiday trips,... 50 Rules for Teenagers Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 08-17-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:megsTranslated by:Trisha EgglestonAdapted by:What They SayThe desire for a normal teenage life haunts the overworked and under-appreciated Mi-Roo. While most girls her age are carefree and boy-crazy, she is bound to the grueli... BEST MANGA AWARDS FOR 2005 ANNOUNCED (Mon 02-13-2006)
LANCASTER, MA, FEBRUARY 13, 2006: Readers at the website AnimeOnDVD.com were given the opportunity in late January to vote upon the numerous titles released during the calendar year of 2005 from all publishers of Japanese manga and Korean manhua in order...Pretear Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Mike Dungan (Wed 02-23-2005)
What They SaySixteen-year-old Himeno Awayuki wants a normal, happy life. But when her nutty father Kaoru marries the wealthy executive Natsue, Himeno finds herself living on an estate the size of a small country and saddled with two stepsisters, Mayune an... Me & My Brothers Vol.#01
by Ariadne Roberts (Thu 08-16-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hari TokeinoTranslated by:Haruko FurukawaAdapted by:Haruko FurukawaWhat They SayOne lost girl + four confused brothers = a whole lotta wackiness! When Sakura, a fourteen-year-old orphaned girl, discovers she has four half-brot... Vampire Princess Miyu TV Vol. #3
by Joshua Roye (Mon 02-02-2004)
The Review!Ok, before I start I should let you know that Kyuuketsuki Miyu is my favorite anime/manga series, period. There's a lot to like about it. It has endlessly deep characters, wonderful atmosphere, and some great Twilight Zone-ish twisted morals. N... Ninja Scroll (-)
What They SayFeudal Japan – a time of danger, intrigue and deception. Jubei is a masterless ninja who travels the land alone, hiring his services to those with gold…or a worthy cause. His fearsome abilities have served him well, but a hideous ...Lady D
by Blazej Szpakowicz (Sun 08-20-2006)
Welcome to the
latest edition of the DCG Artist Spotlight!
Our victim today is
Debbie Alves, aka Lady D.
Debbie Alves (DA):
First, I'd like to say I'm honored that the DCG Gang still remember me! I love being
a part of this group, being here has a l... Secrets of SAILOR MOON Revealed.
by L. Jagi Lamplighter (Tue 08-22-2000)
One of the great joys of any fan is getting a peek at inside information about the production or meaning of a favorite show. Recently, Kunihiko Ikuhara, director of Revolutionary Girl Utena and various Sailor Moon episodes, came to the Baltimore, Marylan... Starblazers Vol. #5 (Mon 07-09-2001)
What They SayEvery day of the Star Force\'s journey brings them closer to Planet Balan, the halfway point on their long journey to Iscandar... and the home of a strategic Gamilon base commanded by the fearsome General Lysis! As the distance from Earth in...The Deep-Sixed Cyber
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 12-27-2006)
“Why do the good die so young?” is the appropriate lamentation to wail to the heavens while holding on to a deceased friend who died in a furious war, or cuddling a puppy that never got a chance to take a dozen breaths, or crying over a che... New Hammer Horror Music, a DUNE soundtrack coming, MONONOKE on CD
by Randall D. Larson (Sat 12-30-2000)
Three new original Hammer film soundtracks have been released by England’s GDI label, bringing the total number of complete Hammer horror scores available on CD to eight, plus four collections. All this is great news for Hammer music aficionados, since H... Chance Pop Session Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 11-17-2002)
What They SayThree young girls, strangers to each other, share an instinctual passion and talent for music. Brought together from distinctly different worlds, the three meet by chance at the concert of their idol, the glamorous and sophisticated prodigy o... Fancy Lala Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-02-2002)
What They SayWhat would you do if you could be anything you wanted? Miho Shinohara gets her chance when some little friends drop off a magical crayon that changes her life forever! 10-year old Miho is about to see what life is like as 15-year old Lala ... Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex: The Laughing Man
by Bryan Morton (Tue 04-01-2008)
What They SayThe year is 2030 and six years have passed since a criminal known only as The Laughing Man swept through top medical nanotechnology firms committing acts of cyber-terrorism, kidnapping, extortion, and corporate espionage leaving no known susp... Full Moon Vol. #07
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-08-2008)
What They SayFull Moon turns to Dr. Wakaoji for help with her comeback single. But the good doctor refuses her request, which leaves Takuto fuming!
Contains episodes 25-28:
Please Dr. Wakaoji?
My Message
I Won\'t Lose
Is Mitsuki an Expert on Love?The... Pretear Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Andrew Tei (Mon 01-05-2004)
The Review!Evil plants start appearing in the world heralding the coming of a larger disaster, and it’s up to one girl and a band of some bishies and young boys to save the world.
Audio:
I took in the original Japanese audio for Prétear which is i... Cardcaptor Sakura Vol.#01
by Megan Lavey (Sat 05-22-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:CLAMPTranslated by:Maria Simpson, Athena Nibley and Althea NibleyAdapted by:What They SayOnce upon a magic night, an English sorcerer mixed Western wizardry with Eastern enchantments to create a magical deck of cards called th... Peach Girl: Sae's Story Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Fri 08-18-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Miwa UedaTranslated by:Ray YoshimotoAdapted by:What They SayKairi and Momo are now attending university together and are finally happy. Sae has been left behind after failing her last year of high school due to her poor attend... Sword of the Dark Ones Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Wed 08-16-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yasui Kentaro / Kotobuki Tsukasa Translated by:Akira TsubasaAdapted by:Jake ForbesWhat They SayIn the Asgard Empire, people live their lives in constant fear. Monsters, known as the Dark Ones, roam the land, killing indiscrimi... Story of Saiunkoku Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-10-2007)
What They SaySaiunkoku is a country with eight powerful houses governed by one emperor. However, the new leader Ryuki Shi doesn\'t care for his new role and is rumored to spend his days chasing after noblemen in his court. Enter Shurei Hong, a princess wh... Peach Girl Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-14-2007)
What They SayMomo Adachi, a high school teen, is best known for her tan skin and bleached hair. Misjudged by her classmates as a wild party girl, Momo is a modest, lonely girl, who only has dark skin and bleached hair as a result of her long hours of dedi... Cool Devices Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayWelcome to a series of DVDs the likes of which you�ve never seen before! Strong stories, highly charged with erotic content, all presented without Japan�s export censorship (as they were intended to be seen). They don�t follow a single ... Moe, Moe, Moe
by Janet Houck (Thu 02-01-2007)
Some folks would say that only the Japanese would have a word distinctively for young and cute girls, and the love of them. Yet that only touches upon the concept of moe.
What is moe (“mo-eh”) exactly? Like the notorious definition ... Pretear
by Paul Grisham (Sun 04-28-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Singapore publisher Odex has a few DVD titles under their belt now, and they have committed to becoming a world-class anime studio. My first experience with them was Boys Be..., a title not yet available in Region 1. That disc wa... Akazukin Chacha DVD Box Set #1 (Wed 09-01-1999)
What They SayMasterpiece anime series on DVD! Started on TV Tokyo in !994, this show became a surprise blockbuster hit. The 3-volume Laserdisc Box set that came out in \'95 was sold out immediately. Some of today\'s best anime directors worked on the show...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.... Koi no Mon Special Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-02-2005)
What They SayCan being an otaku lead to love? Multi-talented actor/writer/playwright/novelist Matsuo Suzuki makes his directorial debut with the quirky romantic comedy Koi no Mon (AKA Otakus in Love). Aoki Mon (Matsuda Ryuhei of Blue Spring and Gohatto) i... KEKKO KAMEN
by Brain Thomas (Mon 02-21-2005)
Cartoonist Go Nagai has created a host of groundbreaking characters throughout his career. The landmark giant robot MAZINGER. The dangerous DEVILMAN. The post-apocalyptic VIOLENCE JACK. His manga have always had a perverse twist to them, either hidden in ... Voices of Love Vol.#01
by Gary Thompson (Thu 11-13-2008)
Creative Talent
Writer/Artist: Kanae Hazuki
Translated by: Kinami Watabe
Adapted by: AJ Glasser
What They Say
Some say forbidden fruit is the sweetest! Voices of Love serves up a steaming-hot collection of five romantic, passionate, sexy stories a... Slayers: City of Lost Souls Vol.#01
by Megan Lavey (Fri 10-01-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hajime KanzakaTranslated by:Shoko YoshinakaAdapted by:What They SayTrouble seems to follow Lina Inverse wherever she goes. After being hired to find and capture a troublesome thief, Lina runs into a mysterious figure from her ... Haunted Junction
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-06-2000)
What They SayMeet Haruto Hojo, an ordinary high school student with an unusual problem. He\'s got ghosts and spirits running amuck at school! Appointed President of the Saints Club, Haruto, Mutsuki, and Kazuo are charged with the task of investigating str... AnimeOnDVD.com Manga Forum/Industry: Year in Review 2002-2003
by Kelly Soucie (-)
So.... it's been one helluva year hasn't it? When I look back on it, I get kind of nostalgic since my membership on the AoD forums is exactly as old at the manga forum. In some ways though, I'm a lot more shocked when I look back at what's changed in the ... Revolutionary Girl Utena (-)
Revolutionary Girl Utena A princess who wants to become a prince, and protect the ones she loves. A castle in the sky, hiding the power of miracles. A mysterious girl who seems to have no will of her own. And roses. Lots and lots and lots of roses...Escaflowne Vol. #1
by David Owens (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Ah, Escaflowne! The first, and still only, large series that I've wanted so badly that I purchased it subtitled. Of course, that was about two years ago, when AnimeVillage.com first released it in a big box set (that gaudy thing you can sometim... Viz Boxes Up Manga for the Holidays
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 11-21-2008)
Viz Media has decided to box up a trio of its most popular series for the holiday season in order to make it easier for people to buy gifts for their little manga fan. The cheapest of the three sets is the $100 Death Note Complete Box Set which has t... Neon Genesis Evangelion Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 06-19-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Sadamoto Yoshiyuki (Concept by: Gainax)Translated by:Lillian OlsenAdapted by:What They Saya flaming sword which turned every way
Japan's most controversial anime series is over... but not the manga version of Neon Genesis Eva... Escaflowne Movie: Standard Edition
by Justin A. Swartz (Sun 05-18-2003)
The Review!Oh Lord have Mercy...not another TV series to film conversion!
Audio:
The only tracks presented here are an English 5.1, a Japanese 5.1, and a Japanese DTS track. Oh, there's also the isolated musical score track, but I don't really count th... Pretear Vol. #4
by Mike Dungan (Thu 08-25-2005)
What They SayThe fate of the world hangs in the balance! Pretear Himeno Awayuki and the Leafe Knights are doing their best to defeat Takako, Princess of Disaster, and her demon hordes. However, Takako has transformed Mawata into the Puppet of Darkness, th... Princess Nine Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-23-2001)
What They SayLed by a hot-shot young \"natural\", nine young women defy the male-dominated tradition of Japanese sports… not to create a League of their own, but to take on the boys on their own artificial turf and prove there’s nothing a man ... Tenchi Muyo Ultimate Edition
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!This review will be different from my "Tenchi in Tokyo" reviews. When I write my "Tenchi in Tokyo" reviews, it's within a few hours of seeing the episodes for the first time, so I'm recording my initial impressions. I first saw the "Tenchi Muyo... Fruits Basket Vol.#01
by Megan Lavey (Tue 04-13-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Natsuki TakayaTranslated by:Alethea Nibley and Athena NibleyAdapted by:What They SayA family with an ancient curse - and the girl who will change their lives forever?
Tohru Honda was an orphan with no place to go until the m... Boys Over Flowers Vol. #12
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 06-29-2005)
What They SayWhen Tsukushi finally accepts her true feelings and faces reality, life at Eitoku returns to normal with a few changes – The Terrible Trio is out of Tsukushi’s hair, the F4 is now the F3 with Rui gone to Paris, and Tsukasa is gett... Hell on DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 07-27-2004)
I've been rambling on nostalgically a lot about drive-ins this summer, but this weekend I'll be attending a convention that is actually doing something about it. Flash back Weekend's Horro'rama Drive-In will attempt to recreate the drive-in experience wit...