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by Paul Jacques (Tue 10-25-2005)
What They SayTakahata's Little Norse Prince tells the story of Horus, a young man who pulls a blade out of a Rock Giant only to discover that it is the Sword of the Sun and, if reforged, the sword's destiny will transform the boy into the Prince of the Su... UK DVD Review: Little Norse Prince (Tue 10-25-2005)
The UK readers are getting something new that\'s not available elsewhere at the moment with a new Takahata/Miyazaki pre-Ghibli movie from Optimum Asia. Released on 10/17/2005, check out Paul Jacques thoughts on the Little Norse Prince.Prince of Persia Classic
by Captain Gordon Edward (Mon 06-18-2007)
Welcome to Prince of Persia, or should I say welcome back? Over fifteen years ago the Prince of Persia series was created and it has come a long way. The original storyline was simple as the graphics, which involved a prince saving a princess. Future game... 
Optimum New Acquisitions (Tue 09-27-2005)
HAYAO MIYAZAKI'S THE CASTLE OF CAGLIOSTRO AND ISAO TAKAHATA'S LITTLE NORSE PRINCE OUT TO OWN ON DVD FROM OCTOBER 17TH "Fast and furious...a hilarious mix of Hitchcock and the Marx Brothers" Jeff Mennell, Hollywood Reporter (on Castle of Cagliostro) On ...Hayao Miyazaki and the Art of Anime
by Andrew Osmond (Fri 11-05-1999)
...st as THE LITTLE NORSE PRINCE.) Miyazaki worked as a key animator, and contributed a huge number of story ideas. The film was made by a team of idealistic young Toei staff, who wanted to make something completely different from both Disney films and To... Demon Prince Enma Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 04-24-2007)
What They SayContains episodes 1-2. Enma is the Demon Prince of the Underworld, a demon "Born of Fire." His mission is to take back or destroy demons that have escaped to the human world from the Underworld. Along with his partner, Princess Yukihime, "Bor... Optimum Asia Talks New Titles (Tue 09-27-2005)
The UK release of Castle of Cagliostro and the Little Norse Prince are the subject of the new press release from Optimum Asia.Prince of Tennis Box Set 04
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 01-21-2008)
What They SayThe second half of the Metropolitan Tournament begins! The doubles teams power through the toughest matches they\'ve seen yet, and Ryoma\'s match with Akutsu from Yamabuki Junior High fires up the court. With all the trouble Ryoma\'s encounte... PRINCE OF SPACE / INVASION OF THE NEPTUNE MEN
by Brian Thomas (Fri 05-26-2006)
Dark Sky Films has become one of the leading packagers of vintage psychotronic films in a relatively short time, picking up rights to some choice titles that have never had an official DVD release in the USA. Recently they began a line of “Drive-In Double... Prince of Tennis Vol.#02
by Jarred Pine (Tue 03-29-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayRyoma Echizen, the Prince of Tennis has just enrolled at Seishun Academy after spending several years in America winning 4 consecutive US Junior Tournaments. His ... Prince of Tennis Vol.#05
by Jarred Pine (Fri 05-13-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayWith only one victory away from advancing to the city tournament, Seishun Academy fields Prince of Tennis Ryoma Echizen to compete against the mysterious and mumb... Prince of Tennis Box Set 02
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-31-2007)
What They SayRyoma Echizen and the rest of the Seigaku players enter the district tennis tournament as the school to beat. But an unknown team comes from out of nowhere to put them to the test. During a series of intense matches marked by extreme angles, ... Prince of Tennis Vol.#03
by Jarred Pine (Sat 04-02-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayPrince of Tennis Ryoma Echizen engages in yet another battle of skills and wits, but this time he's not fighting alone. Caught in a quest for victory in a pick-up... Backstage Prince Vol.#01
by Danielle Van Gorder (Fri 05-04-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kanoko SakurakojiTranslated by:Mai IharaAdapted by:Mai IharaWhat They SayDrawn into the exciting world of kabuki theatre, young Akari spends her time after school assisting the internationally famous actor Shonosuke Ichimura. ... Little Darling Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Tue 04-08-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Matsuri Kouzuki / Naduki KoujimaTranslated by:Kelly QuineAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayMiyori finds himself stuck with the job of finding all the angels\' children who have become lost in the human world. When Miyori stumbles on ... Prince of Tennis Vol.#09
by Jarred Pine (Thu 10-20-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayThe much-anticipated match between Seishun Academy's Ryoma Echizen and St. Rudolph's Yuta is underway, and neither of them is giving in to each other's intimidati... Duck Prince Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 06-19-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Morinaga AiTranslated by:Laura Jackson and Yoko KobayashiAdapted by:What They SayReiichi is the quintessential nerd: thick glasses, coarse and unkempt hair, short, fat and ugly. His classmates constantly make fun of him, and h... Duck Prince Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 09-24-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Morinaga AiTranslated by:Laura Jackson & Yoko KobayashiAdapted by:What They SaySwan's Dilemma
Inside every ugly ducking is a handsome prince... isn't there?
Reiichi Swan thought that looks were everything. But now that he is ... Duck Prince Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 01-17-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Morinaga AiTranslated by:Laura Jackson & Yoko KobayashiAdapted by:What They SayLove Stinks!!
Reiichi thought that Yumiko liked handsome guys who were cool and collected. But then why is she hanging all over the nerdy-looking t... Prince of Tennis Box Set 01
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-04-2007)
What They SayRyoma Echizen is the 12-year-old son of a famous tennis player and a tennis genius in his own right. With talent in his blood and fire in his eyes, he backs up his confidence on the court with amazing skills. Now he has to overcome the older ... Prince of Tennis Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Sat 03-26-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayRyoma Echizen just joined the Seishun Gakuen Middle School tennis team, which is known for being one of the most competitive teams in Japan. Ryoma has proven his ... Prince of Tennis Vol.#06
by Jarred Pine (Wed 05-18-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayWith Coach Ryuzaki's blessing, Team Captain Kunimitsu Tezuka challenges Prince of Tennis Ryoma Echizen to a bitter duel to settle their differences. Given Ryoma's... Prince of Tennis Box Set 03
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-30-2007)
What They SayRyoma and the Seigaku tennis team have reached the Metropolitan Tournament, the pinnacle of youth tennis. First up, the \"golden pair\" doubles team of Oishi and Kikumaru are forced to resort to the unusual Australian formation to throw off t... DARK PRINCE: THE TRUE STORY OF DRACULA
by Fred Szebin (Mon 10-30-2000)
If there is one personage in all of human history who remains enigmatic, feared, hated and loathed by much of the world, yet honored and beloved by his countrymen, that would be Vlad Tsepes (i.e., the Impaler), a.k.a. Vlad Dracula (Son of the Dragon). He ... Prince of Tennis Vol.#04
by Jarred Pine (Mon 05-09-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayThe quest continues for the gritty players of Seishun Academy. With their sights dead-set on making it all the way to Nationals, they must outclass every team tha... Prince of Tennis Vol.#08
by Jarred Pine (Mon 08-08-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayAs far as winning strategies go, no effective game plan can be carried out without one essential factor - stamina. And when Seishun Academy's Eiji succumbs to exh... Mystical Prince Yoshida-kun (aka Sore jaa Yoshida-kun) Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 05-24-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yoshimura NatsukiTranslated by:Kay BertrandAdapted by:What They SayThe boy who didn't know he would be king...
When King Dark Fleet retires, Kaoru Yoshida never expected to be named successor of a strange and mysterious nethe... Prince of Tennis Vol.#15
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 09-20-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takeshi KonomiTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:Michelle PangilinanWhat They SayAt the Kanto Tournament, the brillant play of Hyotei Academy\'s Gakuto and Yushi\'s drives Seishun\'s Momo and Eiji to assume the Australian fo... Harlequin Pink Vol.#02 - The Bachelor Prince
by Sakura Eries (Mon 09-11-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Debbie Macomber/Misao Hoshiai Translated by:Ikoi HiroeAdapted by:What They SayPrince Stefano was a man most girls could only dream of meeting. And now the very handsome - and very eligible - bachelor has come to America in sea... 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-... Mammoth melt
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 04-01-2006)
Get your DVD and Blu-ray Disc burners ready. The Walt Disney Company has announced that, with the current dominance of CGanime features, their library of old fashioned cel animated cartoon shorts and features is of such negligible value that they're bette... Golden Prince & Argent King Vol.#01
by Danielle Van Gorder (Thu 08-14-2008)
When Yuuki discovers he has two brothers he didn't know existed, will he be able to live in brotherly harmony with them, or will family secrets drive them apart?Creative TalentWriter/Artist: Kouko AgawaTranslated by: Melanie SchoenAdapted by: N/AWhat They... Of Dogs and Princes
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 09-24-2006)
Think back. Way back, if you need to. When was the first time you set eyes on televised anime? The answer might surprise you.I've spent a lot of time over the past couple of weeks yelling about Pokemon being the Great Catalyst, the animated phenomeno... Martian Successor Nadesico: Prince of Darkness
by Dani Moure (Wed 02-18-2004)
What They SayTwo years have passed since the great war. Akito and Yurika have vanished. The Jovians and the earthlings have joined forces and Ruri is now captain of Nadesico B. As the popularity of Boson Jumping grows, a vast transportation network has be... Little Butterfly Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Thu 07-06-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hinako TakanagaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayKojima seeks to befriend the class outcast, and soon learns of Nakahara's troubled family life - of his uncaring, abusive father and mentally unstable mother. As... LITTLE NICKY
by Mike O'Connell (Thu 11-09-2000)
Adam Sandler is the master of the Adam Sandler Comedy. That makes sense, of course, since that style of comedy bears his name and usually features him in a starring role.Like, duh…Aside from Sandler’s obligatory presence in an Adam Sandler Comedy, what ma... Martian Successor Nadesico: Prince of Darkness
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 11-03-2003)
What They SayTwo years have passed since the Great War. Akito and Yurika have vanished. The Jovians and the Earthlings have joined forces and Ruri is now captain of Nadesico B. As the popularity of Boson Jumping grows, a vast transportation network has be... Nadesico Movie: Prince of Darkness (First Ltd. Edition) (-)
What They SayThis mondo-mega-hit theatrical feature released in \'98 was produced as a sequel to the equally popular TV series. Bonus features include theatrical spots, trailers, promo clip for the theme song \'\'Dearest\'\', and more. The show\'s high po...THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN
by Scott Mantz (Fri 05-16-2008)
“Things never happen the same way twice.”
That's what Aslan, the mighty lion king of Narnia, says to Lucy, the youngest of the Pevensie siblings, when they are reunited in Prince Caspian—the second big screen fantasy based on C.S. Lewis... Voltron: Defender of the Universe Set 3
by Bryce Coulter (Thu 05-31-2007)
What They SayKeith, Lance, Hunk, Pidge and Princess Allura have successfully awakened the legendary robot guardian, Voltron. After countless battles, they\'ve pushed back the forces of evil King Zarkon, freeing the Princess\'s home, planet Arus, as well a... Nadesico The Movie: Prince of Darkness
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
What They SayComposed by Takayuki Hattori, with vocals by Yumi Matsuzawa.The Review!2 out of 5
Music found in the Nadesico Movie.
This CD is filled with an eighteen-page insert. The first page contains a relatively plain cover page with only the title ... Michel Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-18-2006)
What They SayUnderneath the dazzling Sun; far across the sparkling, blue ocean; and beyond lush forests, you will find a beautiful island called Sitel Island. On that mythical island stands the Tree of Life. This magnificent tree is the guardian of natur... Sailor Moon R Movie: The Promise of the Rose
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Damn... this is what I've been waiting for for several years: a domestically released, fully licensed subtitled version of Sailor Moon! I really make no bones about liking Sailor Moon: while I admit that the animation is somewhat limited, even ... Stories for Boys (and Girls)
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 02-21-2007)
The days are getting a bit longer and the cold's breaking for longer periods. Spring's not all that far away. Get your fill of cold winter nights while you can … unless you can't wait for the chill and the dark to shove off. T... Spook Country
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-06-2007)
The man hailed as the father of cyberpunk is back on the bookshelves with a follow-up to 2003’s Pattern Recognition, a novel Publisher’s Weekly named one of the best books of the year.
Good start of the work week to all of you Maniac ... Dragonball Z TV #23: Frieza - Death of a Prince (Tue 08-28-2001)
What They SayEpisode 70: The Renewed Goku Despite his new powers, Vegeta proves to be no match for the all-powerful Frieza. With each painful punch, Vegeta's dreams of becoming a Super Saiyan fade away, and Piccolo, Gohan, and Krillin can do nothing but w...Producer Heyman Explains Delay for HALF-BLOOD PRINCE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 10-30-2008)
Another update has popped up online for the much-talked about delay of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. While doing some surprise promoting for The Boy in the Striped Pajamas in New York, CS' Edward Douglas caught up with the "Potter" pro... Princess Tutu Collection
by Bryce Coulter (Thu 05-08-2008)
What They SayDarkness hid the pieces of her beloved\'s shattered heart and time is running out for Princess Tutu to find them. Using the power of an enchanted amulet she must uncover the mystery and keep herself and the prince alive.The Review!Once upon ... Voice of Gojira: Remembering Akira Ifukube
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 02-16-2006)
THE FILM MUSIC OF AKIRA IFUKUBE Akira Ifukube has maintained a notably symphonic style in his prolific array of film scores, utilizing traditional Japanese styles and voicings for many of his adventure and dramatic films, while embodying his music for sci... STUART LITTLE 2
by Paul Zimmerman (Fri 07-19-2002)
Patrons in search of suitable family fare can hardly hope for anything better than STUART LITTLE 2. This slight but satisfying sequel to the popular 1999 surprise hit features the original cast (Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie and Jonathan Lipnicki as well as th... J-pop across the USA
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 09-03-2005)
Any Yoko Ishida fans in da house? The popular Japanese singer known to many anime fans as the voice delivering theme songs for AI YORI AOSHI, PRETEAR, SAILOR MOON R, AH! MY GODDESS, TEXHNOLYZE and other top series. Fluent in English, Ishida has been makin... Shadows and Tall Trees
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 10-01-2006)
Certain pictures and ideals surface when the 1980's are brought into a conversation. People born and reared in the era talk about Star Wars, the funny clothes, the over-synthesised music, the grey-plastic reign of the Nintendo Entertainment System, and, ... Dragonball Z TV #23: Frieza - Death of a Prince
by Jonathan Hertzog (Fri 04-26-2002)
The Review!Absolutely perfect...
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, as after the last... Revolutionary Girl Utena Vol. #09: Revelation
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-07-2003)
What They SayThe unthinkable has happened: Utena has
allen in love with her best friend\'s older brother. Although he is engaged to another woman, he seems to return her affections. But to be his princess, Utena must give up her goal of becoming a prince... THE LITTLE VAMPIRE
by Steve Ryfle (Thu 10-26-2000)
It`s probably inconceivable that anyone within this film`s target audience (presumably, little kids 13 and under, mostly under) is going to read this. Children don`t need or care to know what some pontificating, self-important reviewer thinks about Stuart... Baron: the Cat Returns Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 03-15-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiragi AoiTranslated by:Amemiya NaokoAdapted by:What They SayWhen awkward schoolgirl Haru rescues a cat on her way home from school one day, the last thing she expects in return is to be honored by the feline royal family! Bef... I'll Be Your Slave Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Fri 02-08-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Miki Araya Translated by:Digital Manga PublishingAdapted by:Digital Manga PublishingWhat They SayBig boss Moriya has his entire company eating out of the palm of his perfectly manicured hand. He has just one problem: where ca... Kaleido Star Vol. #03
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-04-2004)
What They SayLayla, Kaleido Stage\'s biggest star, gets her chance to shine on the silver screen. Could this mean the door is now open for Sora to become the Kaleido diva? Nothing is ever certain in showbiz, so say tuned for a high seas adventure as Layla... Viz Talks Prince of Tennis, Bleach (Tue 02-10-2004)
Duo of popular manga titles to debut as SHONEN JUMP graphic novels beginning spring of 2004. San Francisco, Calif, February 10, 2004 - VIZ, LLC, one of the leading publishers and distributors of manga comics and anime content for North American audiences...Plastic Little
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 01-28-2002)
What They SayJourney to the breathtakingly beautiful planet Yietta, where colonists - living on a floating artificial continent - make their living by exploiting tourists. But no paradise is perfect!
A secret organization within Yietta’s military i... Vanilla Series: Story of Little Monica
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-18-2005)
What They SayMix the sweet and sexy character designs of Jyouki Satsumaya (SEX WARD) with the expertise of Vanilla Series veterans Shiyuuta Biwajima and Chikara Nikki (I LOVE YOU / ENDLESS SERENADE / GIRL NEXT DOOR), and what do you get? Why, THE STORY OF... Jingle Bells 24-7
by Brian Thomas (Mon 12-04-2006)
Every year I get into the same spirit once December rolls around. Heck, it usually comes on much earlier – that certain special feeling one gets when everyone begins to hustle around cheerily shopping and decorating their houses and/or cubicles ... Patlabor TV Vol. #03
by Mark McPherson (Sat 01-04-2003)
The Review!While it took sometime for CPM to finally get this series off the ground, it seems that Patlabor is now in full effect. After all, the 2 movies are already out and a third one is on it\'s way.
Audio: While not 5.1, the audio is clear enough an... First King Adventures Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 03-18-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Fujimo MoyamuTranslated by:Kay BertrandAdapted by:What They SayCrown Prince Varumu is next in line for the throne, but if he can't deal with the spirit masters, then his royal dreams may never come true! Tag along with the Pri... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #2
by Brett Barkley (Mon 02-13-2006)
What They SayPoor Loki. Feeling the full breadth of Odin’s cold shoulder, he remains exiled on Earth in a child’s body. As his sworn enemy Heimdall continues to play puppetmaster, recruiting new gods in his plot to destroy him, Loki and his co... Mythical Detective LOKI RAGNAROK Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 05-17-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kinoshita SakuraTranslated by:Eiko McGregorAdapted by:What They SayLoki, the mythical detective with the face of a young boy and he mind of a crime-solving genius, has met his match - literally! A silver haired clone is lookin... Tenchi in Tokyo Vol. #2
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Tenchi in Tokyo: A New Friend is the second domestically released volume of the Shin Tenchi Muyo TV series which aired on Japanese TV in 1997
Episode 5 is "Money, Money, Money." My all-time favorite Tenchi episode is episode #6 of the first TV... THE TWO FACES OF DRACULA: Rudolf Martin
by Edward Gross (Mon 10-30-2000)
This television season, Rudolf Martin has offered two distinct takes on a single `character`, essaying the role of Count Dracula as well as Bram Stoker`s real-life inspiration for the fictional count, Vlad the Impaler. Let`s face it, the man simply can`t ... Patlabor TV Vol. #03
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-19-2005)
What They SayWhen you’ve got a giant robot, life isn’t always easy. All the high-tech gadgetry in the world can’t stop the pain of losing a loved one, or being rejected on a date. Or can it? Join the Patlabor police as they prove there&#... Gadirok Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Thu 04-14-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hwang Jeong-HoTranslated by:N/AAdapted by:What They SayThe Hwan-Woong dynasty is in turmoil. General Hae-Mo-Soo has taken control of most of the land without any resistance or struggle. His only opposition is Prince Chi-Woo, w... Stray Little Devil Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 09-01-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Mori KotaroTranslated by:Misato SakamotoAdapted by:What They SayMeet Pam Akumachi, an energetic 13-year-old junior high student who has just turned into ...a little devil! One day, when Pam and her friends try to summon the \"... Bandai Visual USA To Release "Gunbuster 2," "The Wings of Rean" and "Demon Prince Enma" (Wed 01-31-2007)
TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2007 - Bandai Visual USA Inc., a leading innovator in Japanese animation, today announced that they are set to release 3 (three) new anime titles in the U.S starting Spring 2007. The three titles are "Gunbuster 2," "The Wings of ...AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
by Abbie Bernstein (Wed 06-16-2004)
Although Jules Verne's playful adventure novel has been filmed several times before notably in a big-budget bigscreen version in 1956 starring David Niven and Shirley MacLaine and a 1989 TV miniseries starring Pierce Brosnan this may be the most cohesiv... "Mystery Science Theater: Vol. 7"
by John Sinnott (Sat 12-23-2006)
I was going to review the latest boxed set of Mystery Science Theater shows that Rhino has released, but it has gone out of print (due to the inclusion of a Godzilla movie most probably). It doesn’t seem fair to review an item that people ... Battle of the ‘Star’ Series: Star Wars, Star Trek, & Starship Troopers
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 01-30-2007)
A screw-you-Pat amount of books came out this week with a little something for everyone: several anthologies for the SF reader, new fantasy / horror stand-alone novels and series installments, and even a widely neglected, early novel from George R.R. ... First King Adventures Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 04-06-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Fujimo MoyamuTranslated by:Kay BertrandAdapted by:What They SayOne of Japan's most popular chlidren's manga has made its way to the U.S.!
The key to the Kingdom of Tiltu is on hand -- Varamu's hand! The Prince and his compani... Book Buzz: What's the Scariest Book You Ever Read?
by Tim Janson (Mon 10-27-2008)
In celebration of Halloween week the Book Buzz is leading off with the week’s new releases and horror and inviting you to share with Mania’s readers the scariest book you ever read! Just use the comments below to tell us the book ... THAT LITTLE MONSTER
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Sat 09-14-2002)
Film fans, we know our own and within four seconds of THAT LITTLE MONSTER the true fanatic will recognize director Mr. Bunnell as a lover and incorporator of all we hold dear with a reverential tone that we so respect.The film was originally planned to be... Galaxy Angel Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 05-04-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kanan (Concept by Broccoli)Translated by:Koji TajiiAdapted by:What They SayThe Angel Troupe feels the pressure as Eonia's forces draw ever closer, spreading a reign of terror across the galaxy. When Eonia's legions execute a d... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #4
by Brett Barkley (Tue 05-16-2006)
What They Say34" Sony FD Trinitron Wega HDTV KD-34XBR910 and Sony Dav-FR9 progressive scan Home Theatre System with 114 watts per channel to each speaker and 115 watts to each of the subwoofer\'s two woofers.The Review!Some major characters are introduced... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #5
by Brett Barkley (Thu 01-18-2007)
What They SayThey are the Norns, governesses of fate and impartial chaperones to the dance of the living. But now, with Ragnarok on the horizon, Urd, Verdandi, and Skuld have abandoned their posts in Asgard to join in the fun with the mortals of Earth. Wi... Father of the Beast II: More with Mike Mignola
by Josh Gordon (Wed 07-16-2008)
In part II of our conversation with Mike Mignola we learn a bit about the possible Baltimore or the Steadfast Tin Soldier and the Vampire movie, working with his publisher Dark Horse Comics, the pros and cons on the popularity of Comic-Con and the next fi... "The Orphan’s Tales: In The Night Garden"
by Pat Ferrara (Wed 11-08-2006)
Following 2004’s Labyrinth and 2005’s Yume No HON: The Book of Dreams, Catherynne Valente returns to a mythical universe with the first opener of the new series: The Orphan’s Tales.
Valente weaves a story about a young Prince ... The Top 10 Hot But Mostly Bothered Video Game Females
by Soren Bowie (Thu 05-29-2008)
Ask any guy what attributes make a girl attractive and he’ll kick back a list of dimensions, and maybe a personality trait or two just so he doesn’t look like a total dick. But even in candid conversation, most men won’t be honest enough... MORE: A Little Film on a Big, Big Screen
by Steve Biodrowski (Sun 11-28-1999)
What would the annual Academy Awards be without at least one egregious omission? Well, we certainly didn`t find out this year, when MORE, the nominated six-minute mini-masterpiece, was passed over in the category for Best Animated Short Subject. This evoc... 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... Viz Media Scores With The Release of The PRince of Tennis Anime Box Set (Thu 03-29-2007)
Comprehensive 13-Episode, 3-Disc Set Captures All The On And Off Court Action Of The Popular Series' First Season San Francisco, CA March 29, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publi...BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER
by Frederick C. Szebin (Wed 10-11-2000)
Now this is how to run a television show! Last season was the best of the series, building mystery upon mystery, thrill upon thrill, throwing lots of curve balls and changing the character’s lives forever. Last May, I thought the show should have ended o... Kitchen Princess Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Thu 03-01-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Miyuki Kobayashi / Natsumi AndoTranslated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:What They SayNajika is a great cook and likes to make meals for the people she loves. But something is missing from her life. When she was a child, she m... Kai Doh Maru
by Dani Moure (Thu 03-25-2004)
What They SayThe battle for the Capital city of Kyo rages as warring political factions vie for power against hereditary rulers. After the murder of her parents at the hands of her seditious uncle, a young girl names Kintoko flees to the mountains to lead... White Guardian Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Tue 01-16-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Duo BrandTranslated by:E. VivienneAdapted by:What They SayThe Kingdom of Landa, once a proud country, is weakened by internal espionage and strife with its neighbors. In order to save the country, Linth Highwind Belc Landa IV,... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #7
by Brett Barkley (Thu 03-15-2007)
What They SayIt's time to play family feud, but the fun n' games are over, as Fenrir and Yamino are forced to choose between father and sister. Will Ragnarok, war of the gods, be nothing more than a family reunion gone afoul? And what's to become of Mayur... A Shojo Comedy of Errors
by L. Jagi Lamplighter (Fri 01-12-2001)
Lovers of true shojo rejoice. The first two issues of Tomoko Taniguchi`s latest work, Princess Prince, are now available on the newsstands. Previous works of Taniguchi that have been translated into English include Call Me Princess and Aquarium which i... Panyo Panyo Di Gi Charat Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 09-09-2004)
What They SayIt\'s a ghostbustin\' good time for Princess Dejiko as she takes on poltergeists, goblins and her arch nemesis Piyoko! Later the Di Gi Charat crew becomes bodyguards for a pop diva and a visiting prince. Then it\'s time to enjoy your favorite... Ranma ½ The Movie 2 - Nihao my Concubine
by Kim Wolstenholme (Thu 12-15-2005)
What They SayBased on the original and successful comics by Rumiko Takahashi (creator of the equally popular Urusei Yatsura series), Ranma ½ concerns the comedic adventures of the eponymous hero and his friends.
During a trip to China to train in the mar... ENCHANTED
by Robert T. Trate (Thu 03-27-2008)
Many of us, as we grow older; have become cynical with Disney movies. Princesses, magic and a villain wrapped in a few clever songs are tough to digest. Disney attacks our cynicism with Enchanted by parodying all the great Disney films that have... Galaxy Angel Beta Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 03-20-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:KananTranslated by:Koji TajiiAdapted by:What They SaySecrets are revealed on the White Moon, as fragments of Chitose's past begin to surface and Prince Shiva's story is finally told.
Meanwhile, the Space Whale's picking up ba... 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... DVD This Week: September 25th
by John Thonen (Tue 09-25-2001)
VIDEO NEWSJOHN CARPENTER'S GHOSTS OF MARS died a quick death at the box office, but audiences will get a second chance to check out its off-the-wall pleasures when Columbia releases it to video on December 4th, making it a priority on my Christmas wish li... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #6
by Brett Barkley (Fri 02-09-2007)
What They SayLoki, Norse God of mischief and part time detective, has always had something of a magnetic personality. How else does one explain the steady influx of supernatural beings from the realm of the Gods, continually vying for his attention? Sure,... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #3
by Brett Barkley (Wed 02-22-2006)
What They SayFiguring out a way back to the world of the gods is hard work and with evil around every corner, Loki has his work cut out. Especially now with Mayura looking for her mystery fix at the Enjaku Detective Agency, which only can only lead to tr... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Brett Barkley (Fri 10-28-2005)
What They SayAh, how the mighty have fallen! Caged inside a little boy\'s body and banished to Earth by the almighty Odin, the still-proud and powerful Loki now runs the Enjaku Detective Agency. Joined by his trusted assistant Yamino and a beautiful (but ... Escaflowne Collection Box 1
by Dani Moure (Tue 01-11-2005)
What They SayA world is dying, torn apart by a colossal war, the planet of Gaea is in turmoil. Civilizations have been wiped out, and more are ready to fall. But a girl could change all that. An ordinary girl, Hitomi finds herself suddenly transported to ... Cyberteam In Akihabara Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-24-2004)
What They SayLike all girls, Hibari Hanakoganei covets the latest fashion in mechanical pets – a PataPi to call her own! But when a strange White Prince provides one, an equally mysterious Black Prince plots to steal the prized pet. It’s PataP... Cartoon Samuel L. Jackson
by BRIAN THOMAS (Mon 05-21-2007)
Cartoon Jack Bauer premieres tonight online!
After you watch the exciting 2-hour season finale of 24 on Fox tonight, you might want to check out the first segment of the 24 animated prequel online. Day Zero is an original, flash-animated online saga fr... Legend of Crystania: Complete Collection
by Ben Leary (Tue 07-22-2008)
Swords and sorcery in adundance - if that doesn't hook you, then this probably isn't your cup of tea.What They SayFrom the golden pen of Ryo Mizuno, comes an all-new adventure set in the aftermath of the Lodoss Wars! Ashram, desperate to find a home for h... Kitchen Princess Vol.#04
by Sakura Eries (Tue 12-04-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Miyuki Kobayashi / Natsumi Ando Translated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina WeirWhat They SayNajika came to Seika Academy to find the boy who saved her life. She thinks her \"prince\" might be eit... Just Another Night at the Vampire Club: William Harms on IMPALER
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 08-16-2006)
This October, Dracula will once again rise from the dead to haunt comic shops. Image will bring William Harms's unique vision of the historical Dracula to New York City in IMPALER. The prince awakens in modern times to fight a vampire plague begun centu... My-HiME Vol. #6
by Bryan Morton (Fri 02-01-2008)
What They SayWhile the red star causes worldwide terror and destruction, the battle royale between the HiME is in full swing with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. The HiME will choose which side they will fight on, some out of fear… so... Slayers Season 2 Set
by Ben Leary (Mon 04-07-2008)
What They SayIn a land beset by the forces of evil, a solitary light shines forth with the hope of salvation... but that\'s a far different story! Meet Lina Inverse, a spunky sorceress with a penchant for fire who enjoys nothing more than liberating the u... Legend of Crystania Movie (Essential Anime)
by Luis Cruz (Sun 05-09-2004)
What They SayFrom the golden pen of Ryo Mizuno comes an all-new adventure set in the aftermath of the Lodoss Wars! Ashram, desperate to find a home for his people, is tricked into selling his soul. Three hundred years later, Pirotesse\'s devotion to her k... Comicsacpe - January 11, 2006
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 01-11-2006)
Greetings and welcome to yet another edition of COMICSCAPE, where I give you something to read in your cubicle when the boss isn't looking. This week, rather than delving into the metaphysical implications of the influence of Thelema upon the inner-workin... Crimson Spell Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Mon 12-10-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ayano YamaneTranslated by:N/AAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayThe curse of the magical crimson sword has turned Prince Bald into a monster... To break the spell, he sets out on a journey with the sexy and gorgeous magician, Havi. Ba... Fantagraphics acquires "POGO"
by Karl Schneider (Sat 02-24-2007)
According to a Fantagraphics press release, Fantagraphics has acquired the rights to publish a comprehensive series of Walt Kelly's classic comic strip, POGO.Press release:Fantagraphics Books is pleased to announce that it has acquired the rights to publi... BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER on Tape
by John Thonen (Tue 01-09-2001)
I’ve been grousing here for several weeks about the paucity of new fantastic genre video releases and, while the future release schedule shows that this drought will pass, this week is the worst yet. While there are a few titles for special interest fans... Galaxy Angel Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 04-23-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kanan (Concept by Broccoli)Translated by:Ken WakitaAdapted by:What They Say
Milfeulle, Mint, Ranpha, Forte and Vanilla are beautiful and talented pilots of their Emblem Frame. Each of these warriors possess special gifts, maki... Disgaea Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 09-04-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Arashi ShindoTranslated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:Jason GrissomWhat They SaySo... you wake up one day after a two-year nap and discover that your father is dead. What do you do? Take over his kingdom and rule with an iron... A Song for Summerisle
by Randall D. Larson (Wed 11-06-2002)
This Week’s RecommendationSWhile Christopher Lee’s recent comment that Paul Giovanni’s music for THE WICKER MAN “is probably the best music I’ve ever heard in a film” may be a little exaggerated, taking into account the wealth of superb orchestral film mu... STUART LITTLE: Big Screen Movie With Small Ideas
by Steve Biodrowski (Sat 12-18-1999)
Stuart Little, the diminutive, eponymous mouse, sure is cute--endearing, even--and the talent involved in making this film would lead one to hope for something more than a standard-issue kiddy movie. Alas, that hope is in vain. Director Rob Minkoff (THE L... 8 New Photos for PRINCE CASPIAN
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 01-21-2008)
Some new photos have arrived online for The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian by way of USA Today. The upcoming Disney sequel will star Ben Barnes, Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Peter Dinklage, Warwick Davis, Vincent... Alicia Borrachero joins "Prince Caspian"
by Karl Schneider (Tue 02-06-2007)
According to Variety, Alicia Borrachero has signed on to play the role of Prunaprismia, the wife of Narnia's evil King General Miraz, in the upcoming film The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Also signing on are Peter Dinklage and Vincent... Three New TV Spots for PRINCE CASPIAN
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 03-20-2008)
Three new TV spots for the 2nd adventure into Narnia via The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian have appeared online courtesy of IKlipz Video. The upcoming sequel will star Ben Barnes, Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Pe... Plastic Little
by Andrew Pease (Sun 03-03-2002)
The Review!Intro:
I went into Plastic Little hoping for a story like the original Sol Bianca OVA combined with the beautiful and bouncy character designs of Satoshi Urushihara. The show delivers on both counts... but not in the ways I'd hoped.
Technica... Murder Princess Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Tue 05-15-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Sekihiko InuiTranslated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:Jason R. GrissomWhat They SayThe world of politics is treacherous enough. In Foreland, it's deadly confusing. When her royal father is murdered by a greedy drug manufactu... Stray Little Devil Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 08-29-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Mori KotaroTranslated by:Misato SakamotoAdapted by:Misato SakamotoWhat They SaySomething dreadful is unfolding in the precariously balanced Spirit World. The Acting Angel Conference Chair Aregna is imprisoned for stealing the ... Little Queen Vol.#01
by Ben Leary (Mon 02-04-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yeon-Joo KimTranslated by:Jennifer Hahm and Patrick NeighlyAdapted by:Jennifer Hahm and Patrick NeighlyWhat They SayClass rivals June and Lucia vie for the honor of being named the Queen of Light. But will petty jealousies - a... Little Butterfly Vol.#02
by Julie Rosato (Wed 09-27-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hinako TakanagaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:Sachiko SatoWhat They SayHaving decided to apply for the same school as Nakahara, Kojima must now study feverishly to pass the exams. Nakahara helps Kojima with his studies, ... 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... Aquarion Season 1 Box Set 1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-24-2008)
What They SayWhen the Shadow Angels invade after 12,000 years of slumber, humanity is held captive by fear and sheer alien dominance. Eleven years after the Great Catastrophe decimated the world, most of those left alive are scavengers, dirty and starving... Good Witch of the West Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 04-30-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ogiwara Momoko / Momokawa HaruhikoTranslated by:Adrienne BeckAdapted by:Barbara Randall KeselWhat They SayFriel is a fifteen-year-old girl who lives with her father, the astronomer Professor Dee, and their servants, the Holys.... ENCHANTED
by Abbie Bernstein (Sat 11-24-2007)
With seemingly magical ease, Enchanted pulls off the difficult feat of both parodying and embodying the archetypal Disney animated princess fantasy. There’s a clash of animation and live-action here, but rather than having the two exist side-by-side... Second PRINCE CASPIAN Trailer Hits Net
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 04-23-2008)
Walt Disney Pictures has unleashed the second full trailer for its upcoming sequel, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. We have the second trailer below. The studio has also revealed a new featurette for the film, which you can see by clicking here.... First Trailer for PRINCE CASPIAN
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 12-05-2007)
The first trailer for THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN has appeared online. This sequel, based on the C.S Lewis fantasy series, stars Ben Barnes, Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Peter Dinklage, Warwick Davis, Vinc... Princess Mononoke
by Dani Moure (Tue 04-11-2006)
What They SayA warrior travels to the Far East to seek help from the Great Forest Spirit for a cure to a deadly curse he is under. Upon arriving, he gets caught up in a battle, fighting for the cause of the animal spirits defending their home from an expl... TOY STORY 2: The Little Movie That Could
by Mike Lyons (Wed 11-24-1999)
TOY STORY 2 should really be subtitled: `The Little Movie That Could.` The sequel to the computer-animated landmark blockbuster almost never became the can`t-miss hit of this year`s holiday season, which it now seems poised to be. When the original TOY S... Star Trek and the Singularity
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 02-04-2008)
After a weekend highlighted by crappy weather and lousy Super Bowl adverts, I found something last night that turned my whole sub-par Sunday around: the news that Star Trek Books is finally releasing their very own “Guide to Women.”
It’... The Wizard Explored
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-01-2007)
Penguin Group USA unveils a powerful new anthology on hardcover featuring fantasy’s most prestigious character archetypes: the almighty, all-ass-kicking wizard. Neil Gaiman, Kage Baker, Orson Scott Card, and many other established fantasy authors ro... The Wonder of it All, Part 1
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Wed 11-14-2001)
The young comic book fan inside Phil Jimenez must be doing cartwheels ever since the popular scribe took over the writing and artistic chores on DC's Amazon princess, WONDER WOMAN. Shaping the destiny of a pop culture icon with 60 years of history behind ... Elufina: Servent Princess
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-06-2004)
What They SayElfina lived a life of luxury as a member of the royal family. She was waited on hand and foot and had a team of servants. That was until her country was invaded! Now Elfina must comply with the sexual demands of her new masters and it doesn\... Star Ocean EX Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-23-2005)
What They SayClaude and his crew cross the ocean and arrive at Port Linga of Lacour Kingdom. They encounter Precis Newman, a cute and prolific inventor girl there. They decide to help her find mysterious moonlit flowers called Metox that have a special po... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by brettbarkley (Wed 09-14-2005)
The Review!This preview was done using a promotional disc from ADV Films that did not contain things such as menus, extras or packaging.
Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain
spoilers)
Some very new takes on some very old ch... Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok: Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-03-2008)
What They SayAh, how the mighty have fallen! Caged inside a little boy\'s body and banished to Earth by the almighty Odin, the still-proud-and-powerful Loki now runs the Enjaku Detective Agency. Joined by his trusted assistant Yamino and a beautiful (but ... RETURN OF THE JOKER - A Batman Beyond All Expectations
by Steve Fritz (Wed 12-06-2000)
When it comes to creating direct-to-home animated videos, you`d think producers would have a lot more freedom than when they contend with Saturday morning fare. Bruce Timm, who`s been with the Batman animated shows since they started back on Fox in the ea... MeruPuri Vol.#03
by Julie Rosato (Mon 01-09-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Matsuri Hino Translated by:Priscilla YimAdapted by:What They SayWhile on a seaside field trip, the little boy Aram and Airi find themselves in he middle of a blackout at a public bath. Frazzled to no end, Airi drags Aram insid... 'Secrets of the Seven Sounds' feature coming from Virgin Comics
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 10-10-2006)
Kahani World, Inc. an independent animation company based in Toronto, Canada and Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Comics, LLC have teamed up to co-produce Secrets of the Seven Sounds, a full length animated feature for kids 7 and up, inspired by the ancient I... MARVEL MASTERWORKS: X-MEN #1-10
by Tony Whitt (Sun 05-05-2002)
It's only when we read a collection like MASTER MASTERWORKS: X-MEN that we realize just how far the X-Men have really come ? and how little Stan Lee's writing has really changed between 1963 and his latest work for DC. But even with all their faults, thes... Casting Complete for HALF BLOOD PRINCE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-16-2007)
Casting has been completed on the much-anticipated sixth installment of the Warner Bros. Pictures "Harry Potter" film franchise, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. The announcement was made by Jeff Robinov, President of Production, Warner B... 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... Martian Successor Nadesico Chronicle 1 (Sat 12-29-2001)
What They SayThe aliens have destroyed our base on Mars, wiped out our space fleets, and now, only one ship stands between Earth and total annihilation! Disgusted by the incompetence of Earth\'s military, the independent arms manufacturer Nergal has built...Gokudo Vol. #5
by Paul Grisham (Thu 02-27-2003)
What They SayGokudo and the gang have a new quest, to find the legendary Savior Device of the Buddha people! All they need to do is deal with the fact that their bodies and souls are still swapped around, Panda is giving birth to the monkey god, Goku, Jik... Alone in My King ™s Harem Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 05-13-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hoshino LilyTranslated by:Duane JohnsonAdapted by:What They SayThe adoring eyes of a gorgeous concubine life to meet the approving gage of a king. A dreamland oasis promises that no love is forbidden for a single night. And th... DVD This Week: August 27
by John Thonen (Tue 08-27-2002)
VIDEO NEWSProof, as if any was needed, that direct-to-video horror producers have no shame is the recent report (from CREATURE CORNER) of a sequel to the dreadful BLOODY MURDER. That film was an unexpected video hit, probably due to its cover art of a cha... Wicked Little Things
by Tim Janson (Fri 06-01-2007)
Part of the After Dark Horrorfest, “Wicked Little Things” is a haunting tale of the rural Pennsylvania hill country that has always been rife with legends and tales of ghosts and hauntings. A brief prologue set in 1913 finds a group of very yo... Princess Prince Vol.#01
by Mike Dungan (Tue 04-13-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Tomoko TaniguchiTranslated by:Julia RoseAdapted by:What They SayAnd Angel's Prophecy. Mourning the loss of his beloved wife, acting on a prophecy handed to him by an angel, the King of Gemstone decides to raise one of his twin... Prince of Space/Invasion of the Neptune Men
by John Sinnott (Sat 12-09-2006)
Walter Manley Enterprises was a film importer in the 60's. They'd buy up cheap foreign movies, dub and sometimes re-edit them, and then release them in the US. They imported a lot of sword and sandal pictures like Hercules Vs. the Mo... Stray Little Devil Vol.#02
by Michelle Ramonetti (Wed 01-24-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kotaro MoriTranslated by:Misato SakamotoAdapted by:Ailen LujoWhat They SayWhat awaits Pam as she starts her new life at the devil academy? New friendship, a cool spell or two, or maybe a cute boyfriend? Au contraire, Pam has... Comicscape - June 8, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-09-2004)
OPINION: OK, I goofed. Although it's been amended since then, any of you who read this column before Thursday will have noticed that I misattributed the recent words of Warren Ellis to M. Ali Choudhury, who reported them to me. (Amongst those who caught t... Sin: The Movie
by Dani Moure (Tue 01-06-2004)
What They SayEnter the world of SIN. In the 21st century, the city of Freeport teeters on the verge of collapse. The twin tides of rampant crime and ruinous graft face but a single barrier, an elite strike-force labeled Hardcorps. Led by Colonel John Blad... Koihime Box Set
by Abraham Torrer (Thu 02-14-2002)
The Review!Okay I was actually looking forward to this Pink Pineapple title from Nutech. Even knowing next to nothing about it, Koihime seemed like a light-hearted hentai comedy, a change of pace for me. Now I will start off by saying this is a hardcore t... Sugar Sugar Rune Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Wed 03-22-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Moyoco AnnoTranslated by:Yayoi IhneAdapted by:What They SayLittle witch-girls Chocolat and Vanilla are best friends, but only one of them can be Queen of the Magic World. To determine who deserves the title, they must go to th... Kitchen Princess Vol.#02
by Sakura Eries (Wed 05-16-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Miyuki Kobayashi / Natsumi Ando Translated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina WeirWhat They SayNajika has a special gift. She\'s a marvelous cook whose food awakens people\'s fondest memories and fe... Demon Prince Enma Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 06-29-2007)
What They SayEnma is the Demon Prince of the Underworld; a demon \"Born of Fire.\" His mission is to take back or destroy demons that have escaped to the human world from the Underworld, but there seems to be no end to them.
Now, the stench of demons see... A River Roars Through It
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 10-27-2005)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS David Newman's expressive and expansive score for SERENITY, Josh Whedon's big-screen incarnation of his short-loved TV series, FIREFLY, recently released by Varese Sarabande (302 066 682 2), is as quietly passionate as was the ... RACER X
by Benjamin Wright (Wed 08-30-2000)
`Unknown to Speed, Racer X is secretly his older brother, Rex, who ran away from home years ago!`Every time this line was rattled off by the narrator of the classic 1960s cartoon Speed Racer, viewers knew they were in for wild action and unequaled coolnes... 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...Scrapped Princess Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 08-30-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Sakaki Ichiro / Yabuki GoTranslated by:Alethea NibleyAdapted by:What They SayFifteen years ago, a set of twins - a girl and a boy - was born to the king of Linevan. Shortly after their birth, a prophecy foretold that when the ... NAMOR # 2
by TONY WHITT (Mon 06-02-2003)
In the 1920s, the young Prince Namor encountered a little girl named Sandy on the beach. Six years later he meets her again, and both have changed: Namor has grown into a handsome young man, and Sandy has transformed into a beautiful girl. Of course there... Weekly Book Buzz: STAR WARS REPUBLIC COMMANDO
by Tim Janson (Mon 09-15-2008)
While last week was a little light, this week’s genre releases are very strong, highlighted by Karen Traviss’ fourth Star Wars Republic Commando Novel, Order 66. The New York Times” #1 bestselling author’s three previous books... SCION #15
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 08-27-2001)
I've been pretty hard on CrossGen Comics in the past. At least, that's what people seem to think. For the most part, I've said that although they clearly benefit from high production values and quality creative talent, they tread familiar ground and merel... SCARS OF DRACULA
by JASON HENDERSON (Sun 11-11-2001)
Let’s get this part out of the way first: SCARS OF DRACULA is not a popular movie. It ranks, in critical estimation, as perhaps the absolutely lowest-regarded film in the Hammer Dracula series, with the possible exception of SATANIC RITES OF DRACULA, whic... ESCAFLOWNE: Japanese Anime Comes to Fox TV.
by Andrew Osmond (Mon 08-21-2000)
Joining the likes of Gundam Wing and Card Captor Sakura, the new dub of the otherworld fantasy series Escaflowne is the latest anime to reach American TV. Also known as Vision of Escaflowne, the series was screened in Japan from April to September 1996. I... Drawing a Crowd: The Summer's Animated Blockbusters
by Mike Lyons (Thu 06-08-2000)
They`ve been promising it for years, but we kept getting familiar fairy tales, action-figure ready characters, and Broadway ballad after Broadway ballad. This summer, however, it seems as if animation is breaking down boundaries and pushing the proverbia... Michael Clarke Duncan, Smacked Down by The Rock Part Two
by Pamela Harland (Thu 04-25-2002)
Currently co-starring alongside The Rock in the hit action film THE SCORPION KING, Michael Clarke Duncan is riding high. After his Oscar nominated turn in THE GREEN MILE, the actor has had a string of roles in popular films. In THE SCORPION KING, The Rock... AN EVENING WITH KEVIN SMITH
by Tony Whitt (Mon 03-31-2003)
My initial reaction upon seeing the two-disc set AN EVENING WITH KEVIN SMITH at my local Blockbuster was probably the same as that of a lot of people who know nothing about the actor-director-comic book writer: "An evening wasted with Kevin Smith, more li... Santo Returns!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-10-2003)
Several readers have written in to our DVD peeve department to gripe about DVD packaging. While the plastic keepcase has settled in as the compromise of choice for most labels, why do some manufacturers force us to unwrap the shrinkwrap, remove adhesive s... Jan. 14 Jan. 20: The Clock Stops TICKing
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 01-14-2002)
Damn it!Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!I knew this was going to happen, but prayed that it wouldn't. Fox has cancelled THE TICK.The last episode will air Jan. 24. If you never watched THE TICK (and judging by the show's meager ratings you didn't), you missed t... Viz Media May Title Solicitations (Tue 12-13-2005)
ANIMEONDVD.COM SOLICITATION BOOKS Fullmetal Alchemist (Novel), Vol. 3 VIZ Fiction Story by: Makoto Inoue, Art by: Hiromu Arakawa Settled by alchemists, the town of Wisteria has the reputation of being an idyllic retreat. But what Alponse and Edward find ...Anime Expo - Saturday Report
by Andrew Tei (Fri 07-05-2002)
.hack//SIGN - Koichi Mashimo
Koichi Mashimo (President of Bee Train, director of .hack and Noir), Ken Iyadomi (Bandai Ent. VP & panel host), and another Japanese guest (who didn\'t say much) were present at the panel.
This is one of the more interestin... Comicscape March 16, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-16-2005)
The comic boom of the 1990s has become a thing of legend. The industry went from being at the top of the pop culture game back to a niche thing. I'd say Marvel's declaring bankruptcy in December of 1996 qualifies as the industry's "rock bottom." Thousa... To Buy a Bootleg or Not
by Christian Nutt (-)
Well. Being an avid Gundam fan and armed with insatiable desire for anime DVD ? when I happened upon a certain ebay auction I was powerless to resist it. Perhaps you?ve seen it. The seller is offering Gundam: Char?s Counterattack on DVD ? and unlike any o... Book Buzz: Incandescence
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-14-2008)
In yet another slow week of mid-month sci-fi, horror and fantasy book releases Karen Marie Moning’s audio book release of Spell of the Highlander, Greg Egan’s hardcover debut of Incandescence, and the unfortunate suicide of SF author, screenwr... Weekly Book Buzz: Romita Finds Himself Stranded
by Tim Janson (Mon 09-01-2008)
Welcome to Book Buzz! I’m your new host, Tim Janson. I’d like to first thank Pat Ferrara, your previous MC, for all his help in making this a smooth transition and for all of his sage advice. Many of you may know me already as I...