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COMIC-CON: ALIEN VS. PREDATOR dominates Master Replicas
by Patrick Sauriol with Den Shewman (Thu 07-22-2004)

On display at the Master Replicas booth at this year's San Diego Comic Convention are a host of the company's new items for the next quarter including a number of replicas inspired by 20th Century Fox's ALIEN VS. PREDATOR movie. One of the most impressive...

Master Replicas to make official MIB props (Mon 09-01-2003)

Sony Pictures Consumer Products and Master Replicas announced today that Master Replicas LLC has been awarded the global license to create and market collectible prop replicas for Men in Black, beginning in 2004. (more...)

Toy Fair 2006: Master Replicas (Sat 02-18-2006)

Full-scale replicas of Wolverine's costume and Spider-Man's (comic book version) mask are being manufactured by Master Replicas and were on display at Toy Fair this year...


TOKYOPOP Unveils Master Plan for Rave Master (Tue 06-08-2004)

TOKYOPOP INC. UNVEILS MASTER PLAN FOR RAVE MASTER WITH FULL-SCALE LAUNCH Hit Boys' Action Property to Boast DVD Release, Cine-Manga(tm) Books and Expansive Licensing Program LICENSING INTERNATIONAL, New York, NY (June 8, 2004)--TOKYOPOP Inc. has a few w...

TOKYOPOP Awards Hasbro Master Toy License for Rave Master (Tue 01-13-2004)

TOKYOPOP INC. AWARDS HASBRO MASTER TOY LICENSE FOR RAVE MASTER Exciting Boys Action Toy Line to Revolve Around Highly Anticipated Cartoon Network Anime Series LOS ANGELES (January 13, 2004)--TOKYOPOP Inc. has chosen a "toy master" for Rave Master--its a...

Stormtrooper Helmet Replica - EP IV
by News Editor (Wed 05-09-2007)

Late this summer, Master Replicas will debut The Master Prints Collection with the Stormtrooper Helmet Limited Edition. The Master Prints Collection is the first jointly developed collectible line with the fantastic team at Acme Archives Limited. The...

Kermit the Frog Photo Puppet
by News Editor (Tue 04-04-2006)

Master Replicas will soon be releasing the official replica of the Kermit the Frog puppet used for still photo shoots. It was made from the original Kermit pattern and stitched to replicate Hansen Stitch Sewing. The puppet was created from the same fleece...


Rocketeer Helmet
by News Editor (Mon 08-15-2005)

In December, Master Replicas will be shipping an authentic metal helmet straight out of the Disney classic THE ROCKETEER.The helmet will feature an antique gold finish, soft cotton liner, leather chin strap, and dark lenses, this exquisitely detailed helm...

Ghost Master
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Thu 09-04-2003)

Growing up in an age when Ghostbusters reigned cinemas worldwide, it was only a matter of time until kids got hooked on the idea of whipping out specters and sending them back to a parallel universe. But to this day, I never imagined what it would be like...

Love Master A Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Fri 03-28-2008)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kyoko HashimotoTranslated by:Christine SchillingAdapted by:What They SayDetermined to start a new life away from all the rumors and nicknames, Aria transfers to a new school - only to find that thanks to the nosy boys of the s...

Rave Master Volume 1
by Adrianne Hess (Wed 05-21-2008)

In the year 0015, a magical and deadly event called Overdrive was brought on by the evil Dark Bring crystals—destroying more than 10 percent of the World. The only thing that could protect the World from Dark Bring were the crystals of good, known a...


Toyaholics Unanimous #15: Puppet Master Deluxe Collection Action Figures, Series One
by Dan Cziraky (Sun 11-05-2000)

Full Moon Toys has repackaged their earlier Puppet Master figures into an all-new line for 2000. Each stands 6-7 inches tall and come with character-specific accessories. A couple have special action features, too. Even if you`re not a fan of Full Moon Pi...

Master Mosquiton Box Set (-)

What They SayThe Review!Master Mosquiton is a wonderful OVA series that I had the good fortune of picking up as a DVD box set a while back. It contains elements of Indiana Jones-style action adventure, sidesplitting humor, and even a touch of horror that ...

Dario Argento, a Master of Horror
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 04-15-2007)

We’ve covered great minds in cinema up to this point of time, directors and actors which have played a major effect on the culture of movie conscious minds. Individuals whom have awed audiences everywhere. People whom utilized their imaginations ...

Master Keaton Vol. #8
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-23-2004)

What They SayKeaton\'s intellectual curiosity helps him to locate an elusive insurance beneficiary, but then distracts him from making a job interview at Tozai University. Natural tendencies may occasionally be troublesome, but Keaton will need every inst...


Master Keaton Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-22-2004)

What They SayKeaton starts by rescuing an East German Olympian from depression and skin-heads before interfering in a KGB hit on a Russian attending an air show in the UK. Later, after a trip to Spain?s islands where he learns about passion and betrayal ...

Tattoon Master
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-09-2006)

What They SayHibio\'s mother is a globetrotting adventurer who\'s been away from home most of his life. In order to get permission to research an ancient tribe, she must offer a special gift to its princess. Much to Hibio\'s surprise, he\'s the gift! Retu...

ADV Films Announces VENUS VS. VIRUS, BLADE OF THE PHANTOM MASTER for Nov. 13 (Fri 09-14-2007)

Includes Launch of New Series Venus Versus Virus HOUSTON, September 14, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to present four great new titles, including the standalone feature Blade of the Phantom Mas...

He is My Master Vol. #1 (Thu 06-16-2005)

What They SayIzumi Sawatari and her little sister Mitsuki decide to run away from home. They look for part-time jobs, but no one is willing to hire them, until they happen upon a job posting for a live-in housekeeper. The master of the house is Yoshitaka ...


Master of Orion 3
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Tue 03-04-2003)

Anticipation in games can be a good thing. When a truly revolutionary game is created, or a game is so good that it garners throngs of fans that play the game so incessantly it borders on religious, the community practically demands a sequel. Or, in this ...

Master of Mosquiton OVA Complete
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 08-27-2005)

What They SayLife in the 1920\'s was a great adventure. And for Mosquiton, so was death. Once a terrifying vampire, Mosquiton ends up blood-bound to a seventeen-year-old treasure hunter, Inaho, who\'s obsessed with the secret of immortality. Inaho decides...

THE KUNG FU MASTER
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 11-19-2002)

After working on WING CHUN, Donnie Yen turned to TV portraying famous Chinese hero Hung Hei-kwun, who had just been portrayed by Jet Li in NEW LEGEND OF SHAOLIN (and previously, Chen Kuan-tai in EXECUTIONERS FROM SHAOLIN). This video release covers the fi...

Pokemon: Master Quest Vol. #01
by Justin Rich (Wed 04-13-2005)

What They SayJoin the Pokemon Master Quest with Ash, Brock and Misty on their journey beginning with the Whirl Islands then traveling on through Blackthorn City.The Review!Ash and the crew continue their badge collecting to head into the coveted Johto Lea...


Gerry Anderson: Master in Miniature Part Two
by Jeff Bond (Tue 12-03-2002)

Gerry Anderson has a track record that would make any self-respecting TV producer shake in his boots: 17 television programs, virtually all of which now rate as cult successesfrom the lavishly produced space adventure Space: 1999 and the cult favorite UFO...

Drooker's classic FLOOD, Manga Master Shiro top October DARK HORSE Releases
by Mike Whybark (Wed 09-18-2002)

Eric Drooker's astonishing, wordless epic FLOOD! A NOVEL IN PICTURES gets the respect a classic deserves in a Dark Horse Comics tenth-anniversary reissue, set to hit shelves on October 2 for $14.95. Originally published in 1992, the novel weaves a wordles...

MASTER AND COMMANDER: THE FAR SIDE OF THE WORLD
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 04-21-2004)

It’s 1805 and we’re off the coast of Brazil, specifically on the deck of the HMS Surprise, commanded by Captain Jack "Lucky" Aubrey (played by Russell Crowe). His orders are plain but not simple: put an end to the French vessel Acheron by sinking her, bur...

Dimension pulls remake strings of THE DOLL MASTER
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 11-05-2004)

Now it's THE DOLL MASTER's turn to be remade for English-speaking audiences. The original film was a South Korean horror film titled INHYEONGSA released earlier this year written and directed by Yong-ki Jeong, followed a group of young adults who visit a ...


Chiklis wants the Puppet Master for next 'Fantastic Four' (Thu 02-21-2008)

A recent post on MTV Movies Blog makes it seem as if another 'Fantastic Four' film may not be on actor Michael Chiklis' radar. Chiklis, who played Ben Grimm, aka the Thing, in the first two outings says he hasn't been in touch with his cast mates since th...

Denzel Washington is Master Chief?
by Karl Schneider (Wed 07-12-2006)

IGN and Dark Horizons have reported a rumor floating around regarding the possibility of Denzel Washington playing Master Chief in the upcoming film HALO.According to the rumor, Washington is apparently the favorite for the part, no official word has been...

Newly Reviewed Manga: Rave Master (Thu 06-24-2004)

Bringing the Demon Card saga to a close, I\'ve posted a few thoughts on TOKYOPOP\'s June 2004 release of Rave Master Vol. #09.

Mystical Master
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 02-19-2006)

What They SayThe Review!With two very different shows on it, Mystical Master is a tribute to the bad kind of 80\'s pseudo-hentai that was made. Audio: For our primary viewing session, we listened to this show in its original language of Japanese. The or...


Manga Review: Love Master A (Fri 03-28-2008)

Sakura\'s digging into the start of a series this morning as she takes a look at the November 2007 release of Love Master A Vol. #1 (of 2) from Go! Comi.

Manga Review: Beet the Vandal Master (Fri 04-01-2005)

While getting his ducks in a row for the DVD reviews, Justin Rich has sent in a look at a manga series with a review of Viz\'s September 2004 release of Beet the Vandel Master Vol. #1 (of 7).

He is My Master Vol. #2 (Tue 07-05-2005)

What They SayIzumi Sawatari and her little sister Mitsuki decide to run away from home. They look for part-time jobs, but no one is willing to hire them, until they happen upon a job posting for a live-in housekeeper. The master of the house is Yoshitaka ...

G-Collections Adult PC Dating-Sim Game Amorous Professor Cherry Goes Golden Master, Debuts at Anime Expo (Thu 06-19-2008)

San Diego, California, Wednesday, June 18, 2008 JAST USA, the leading publisher of Japanese PC dating sim games in English, today announced the golden master status of Amorous Professor Cherry, the latest "dating simulation" collaboration between JAST US...


44 Days of Christmas: Rave Master Contest (Mon 11-26-2007)

        It's Christmas Goodness here at AnimeOnDVD and we're giving away a disc a day through the end of December 2007! Each day will be a new prize and you'll have a chance to win!Today's prize is a copy of Rave Ma...

Spider-Man 3 Video Blog: George Stevens - Web Master (Wed 03-14-2007)

George Stevens - The Spider-Man 3 web master talks about how the webbing is used in the movie.

X3 Cufflink & Pin Prop Replicas (Fri 04-07-2006)

We have a look at their new X3 Cufflink & Pin Prop Replicas also available for pre-order threw the new Previews Catalog for $39.99

Small Bodied Manga Review: Love Master A
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-16-2008)

Sakura's catching up on this series from Go! Comi today with a look at the March 2008 release of Love Master A Vol. #2 by Kyoko Hashimoto.


38 Days of Christmas: Tattoon Master Contest (Tue 12-26-2006)

        It's Christmas Goodness here at AnimeOnDVD for the month of December and we're giving away a prize a day through the end of the month! Each day will be a new prize and you'll have a chance to win!Today's pri...

Marvel's "Puppet Master" Hangs Around For "Fantastic Four 2" (Sat 07-02-2005)

Marvel CEO Avi Arad has confirmed that the original cast of Fox upcoming "Fantastic Four", have been signed to return for a sequel. Arad said he would like to see Marvel's "Puppet Master" as the next villain to challenge the super-hero team...

Puppet Master foreshadowed in 'Fantastic Four 2' (Sat 12-10-2005)

A deleted scene that can only be seen in the Euro version of the 'Fantastic Four' DVD foreshadows the coming of the Puppet Master, rumored to be the villain for the next movie.

'Superman Returns' View-Master 3-reel Coming (Fri 02-10-2006)

View-Master will release a Superman Returns 3-reel set on March 23, 2006.


Toynami Acquires Bleach Master License (Tue 06-20-2006)

In good news for Bleach fans who want some new toys, ICv2 is reporting that Toynami - a very independent and fan friendly company - has gained the master license for the property. They have a number of items in development but in order to have toys out fo...

ShoPro Entertainment namedthe Master Licensor for NARUTO (-)

TV TOKYO Corporation And Shueisha Inc. Appoint ShoPro Entertainment To Represent TV, Home Video And Merchandising Rights In North America And Latin America For Much Anticipated Ninja Hit, Naruto SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA (February 15, 2005) –Sho...

He is My Master Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Thu 09-13-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Mattsu / Asu TsubakiTranslated by:Adapted by:What They SayA raunchy harem comedy in the vein of Love Hina! He Is My Master follows the day-to-day life of Yoshitaka, a 14-year-old pervert with a major superiority complex and ...

Manga Review: He Is My Master (Thu 09-13-2007)

After initially being solicited by TOKYOPOP, it\'s Seven Seas Entertainment that actually got the book out. Matthew\'s taking a spin down their lane with the July 2007 release of He is My Master Vol. #1 (of 3) this morning.


DVD Review: Air Master (Thu 04-14-2005)

Weeding the pile down a little more as it looks like no more new arrivals today, we\'ve got a look at Toei\'s 03/15/2005 release of Air Master Vol. #2 (of 6).

DVD Review: Blade of the Phantom Master (Wed 11-14-2007)

We\'ve got another ADV Films review ready this week as we take a look at their new 11/13/2007 release of Blade of the Phantom Master (Shin Angyo Onshi).

Air Master Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 04-08-2005)

What They SayWithin the back alleys of Tokyo in the cover of night, people meet to hold witness to the sport of street fighting. Among the best and most talented of all street fighters is Maki Aikawa who along with her arsenal of aerial techniques is call...

Love Master A Vol.#02
by Sakura Eries (Sun 03-30-2008)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kyoko HashimotoTranslated by:Christine SchillingAdapted by:Brynne ChandlerWhat They SayAs Aria makes a name for herself in the student council, she creates almost as many problems as she solves! February is approaching fast, a...


DVD Review: Pokemon Master Quest (Wed 04-13-2005)

After dipping his toes in the manga side with a few reviews there, Justin\'s stepping up to the DVD side and working on the first round of titles I\'ve sent him with a look at Viz Media\'s October 2004 release of Pokemon Master Quest Vol. #1 (of 2).

JAST USA Announces Adult PC Game śAbsolute Obedience ť is Golden Master (Thu 09-28-2006)

San Diego, California, Thursday, September 28, 2006. JAST USA, the leading publisher of PC dating-sim games in English, announced that the upcoming title Absolute Obedience had been declared "golden master" and would begin shipping in the coming weeks. Th...

MASTER OF KUNG FU #1 (of 6)
by Tony Whitt (Sun 09-22-2002)

...then you obviously weren't around the first time Shang-Chi, the Master of Kung-Fu, enjoyed his hour of popularity in the Marvel Universe. The character was created at a time when badly-dubbed kung fu and karate movies were all the rage and when Bruce L...

MASTER OF THE FLYING GUILLOTINE
by BRIAN THOMAS (Wed 09-18-2002)

There were a number of martial arts pictures made during the 1970s around one of the strangest weapons of warfare ever created, the Flying Guillotine. Basically a heavy hat on a light chain, it was thrown over a victim’s head, after which a section would ...


THE MASTER OF RAMPLING GATE
by J.A. Hitchcock (Sat 10-26-2002)

THE MASTER OF RAMPLING GATE is story that Rice wrote a years back, but is now published in audio format for the first time. It's a lot like something a writer from the 19th century would have written, old-fashioned, yet oddly compelling.A woman and her br...

Chow the 'Master' in DRAGONBALL
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 12-19-2007)

Chow Yun-Fat has joined the cast of the upcoming live-action DRAGONBALL, says the Hollywood Reporter. The trade reports Chow playing the role of Master Roshi in the adaptation of the anime. He'll be co-starring alongside Justin Chatwin, James Marsters, Em...

Master Keaton Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 11-01-2003)

What They SayFrom the innocuous to the Intense! Keaton often applies his skills to a variety of challenges, from uncovering secret recipes to solving murder mysteries. Then again, sometimes the cases come to him with a vengeance! Whether its an IRA bomb m...

Master Keaton Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 08-24-2003)

What They SayHis job is Danger, his office is the World! Trouble always finds Taichi Keaton, but even the most violent cases are overpowered by his razor sharp ntellect! Keaton begins his adventures at an archeological dig in England where and old friend ...


The Making of a Jedi Master
by ANDREW KARDON (Tue 08-13-2002)

He taught Luke how to harness the Force in EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, and kicked mondo butt in ATTACK OF THE CLONES. Yet, the little green guy named YODA's never been bigger than his recent trip to Complexe Desjardins in Montreal, Québec, Canada. As part of sup...

Chuck JonesMeetings With An Animation Master
by Steve Fritz (Mon 11-20-2000)

It was the 68th Annual Academy Awards and the Academy of Motion Pictures was about to give out its Lifetime Achievement Oscar. Robin Williams gave the opening address, and it wasn`t one of his most inspired. After the mandatory segment of clips, Williams ...

THE MASTER OF DISGUISE
by Abbie Bernstein (Mon 08-05-2002)

It's easy to see what the makers of THE MASTER OF DISGUISE were going for. Star/co-writer Dana Carvey has a gift for mimicry and a talent for creating funny characters. Designing a comedy that allows him to adopt a variety of personas in a single role see...

Manga Review: Twilight of the Dark Master (Fri 04-14-2006)

We\'re whittling down more of the recent stack of Digital Manga Publishing books we received and today it\'s Matthew who\'s taking a look at the June 2005 release of Twilight of the Dark Master, a one shot book.


RAVE MASTER Volume 2
by Adrianne Hess (Wed 07-02-2008)

The second volume of Rave Master finds Haru Glory and his companion Plue landing on the southern shore of the Song Continent, near Hip Hop Town. Starving from the long raft ride, they immediately set out to find food. After quickly being tricked...

Blade of the Phantom Master (Shin Angyo Onshi)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 11-14-2007)

What They SayIn the ashes of Justice, Two Heroes Stand Alone! Long ago, the legends say, there was a secret army. Unseen until needed, these warriors struck from the shadows, protecting justice and defending the Jushin Empire from both tyrants and thiev...

Seven Seas Announces He Is My Master & Sota-kun (Mon 11-27-2006)

(LOS ANGELES, November 27, 2006) " Seven Seas Entertainment, in cooperation with Square Enix of Japan, is pleased to announce the acquisition of two hit Japanese manga series "the off-the-wall harem comedy He is My Master and the delightful fandom romp ...

Air Master
by Jasconius (Fri 10-24-2003)

Air Master... the story of a girl who can fly... to kick her opponents a lot. For no reason. As if the lack of a real premise to the story wasn't bad enough, the fact that Renge (the little tiny girl who is supposed to be a high school student) is the a...


Master Keaton Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 02-03-2004)

What They SayThe past conceals grand adventures! Keaton explores the amazing history of a Scottish watch enshrined in Japan and a bottle of fine French wine hidden from the Nazis. Then Keaton uncovers a false \"Robin Hood\" and must run for his life! Atte...

DRUNKEN MASTER
by BRIAN THOMAS (Fri 03-22-2002)

Contrary to what you may have heard, Jackie Chan did not invent the kung fu comedy. Humor had been combined with martial arts many times before Chan became a star – just look at Bruce Lee’s funny business in RETURN OF THE DRAGON. As he’s related in countl...

DVD Review: Air Master (Fri 04-08-2005)

Catching up a bit on some titles that have been hard to find at retailers over the last month, we\'ve got a look at Toei\'s release of Air Master Vol. #1 (of 6) from 03/15/2005.

Rave Master Update (Tue 08-03-2004)

Confirmation came in this evening via Right Stuf that TOKYOPOP\'s announced release for Rave Master will definitely be an English language only release. Going by the \"As seen on Cartoon Network\" logo on some of the cover art, there\'s a chance it\'ll be...


DVD Review: Air Master (Fri 05-06-2005)

Due out on 05/10/2005 from Toei Animation, we\'ve got a slightly early look at their 05/10/2005 release of Air Master Vol. #3 (of 6).

JP DVD Review: He Is My Master (Tue 06-21-2005)

Tony Phan\'s helping us out big time once again by providing a look at a new Japanese release with the 06/10/2005 release of He is My Master Vol. #1 (of 6) from Geneon Entertainment, Japan.

Rave Master Vol.#09
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-24-2004)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiro MashimaTranslated by:Brian DunnAdapted by:What They SayThe Continent of Song is in chaos. The sinister secret society known as Demon Card is using the power of Dark Bring to destroy everything in their path. The only thin...

JP DVD Review: He is My Master (Tue 07-05-2005)

Tony Phan\'s got a slightly early review today of one of the latest Japanese releases to hit the market with the Geneon Entertainmen Japan release of He is My Master Vol. #2 (of 6) due out on 07/08/2005.


The Master of the Macabre has arrived!
by Robert Trate (Tue 09-11-2007)

His name, his face, and his voice are synonymous with Horror, however Vincent Price began his career on Broadway, but where it would end was far cry different then he could have ever predicted. Vincent Price would go on to become the Master of the Ma...

Adult DVD Review: Mystical Master (Mon 02-20-2006)

Not all that different from our look at the Clouds of Wind last night, we\'ve got a look at the other 01/25/2006 release from Asian Erotic Animation with Mystical Master.

Twilight of the Dark Master Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Mon 04-17-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Saki OkuseTranslated by:Duane JohnsonAdapted by:What They SayCrime is big business in the city, but even the worst of Chinatown are forced to run for cover when crazed demons mysteriously mangle and devour girls in the street ...

"Wario: Master Of Disguise"
by Captain Gordon Edward (Sun 04-22-2007)

Do you remember Wario? I hope you do, otherwise you probably are not reading this review right now. For every hero to be a hero there must be a villain. For fire fighters it is obviously fire, for Batman it is the Joker, and for Mario it is Bowser. Yes...


Lupin the 3rd TV Vol. #02: Love Heist
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-08-2003)

What They SayThe adventures get wilder, the scenery more exotic and the disguises more Zenigata-like! Lupin and pals criss-cross the globe as they outwit a psychotic horse-racer, help a master escape artist fulfill his legacy and spend Christmas with a pr...

Spidey Meets Master of Kung Fu
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 11-29-2001)

ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #15-16 will feature Spider-Man and the Master of Kung Fu and will be a four-man collaboration early next year.Brian Michael Bendis will write the issues, David Mack will provide the covers and layouts, Rick Mays will pencil and pro...

TAIKO DRUM MASTER
by Troy Roberts (Thu 12-30-2004)

It seems like one of the biggest crazes these days is the inclusion of peripherals with video games. Check out DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION, KARAOKE REVOLUTION or EYETOY; people just have to play with something other than a normal control pad. The newest craze ...

MASTER AND COMMANDER: THE FAR SIDE OF THE WORLD
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 11-14-2003)

It's April, 1805, we're aboard the British warship HMS Surprise off the coast of Brazil, and Captain Jack Aubrey (Russell Crowe) has just received orders to intercept the French privateer ship Acheron, with instructions to "sink, burn or take her as a pri...


Young master MERLIN movies
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 11-19-2003)

Screenwriter Simon Kinberg (XXX 2) did a good job selling Dimension Films to try and buy the screen rights -- and his take on them -- for the LOST YEARS OF MERLIN young adult series of books. Written by T.A. Barron, the five volume series (and counting) s...

And we're at the premiere of MASTER AND COMMANDER
by Sue Schneider (Wed 12-03-2003)

The Los Angeles Premiere of MASTER AND COMMANDER: THE FAR SIDE OF THE WORLD was held at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills.Attending the event were the stars of the film Russell Crowe (Capt. Jack...

EXCLUSIVE: FIREFLY's Master and Commander Speaks -- Part One
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 12-10-2003)

Joss Whedon owns the internet. Type his name into Google and do a search and see for yourself how many fansites there are for BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, its spinoff series ANGEL or even for FIREFLY, Whedon's short-lived science fiction series with a wester...

DreamWorks acquires "Master Mind"
by Karl Schneider (Tue 04-03-2007)

According to the Hollywood Reporter, DreamWorks Animation has acquired the superhero spec from Alan Schoolcraft and Brent Simons, Master Mind.The film, which will be produced through Ben Stiller's production banner, is a satirical take on the superhero ge...


Newly reviewed: Master Keaton (Sun 08-24-2003)

Released on 08/12/2003 from Pioneer Entertainment is one of the more intriguing and intelligent series coming out this year, which means it\'s not getting all that much attention, is Master Keaton Vol. #2.

Don Bassingthwaite: The New Master of Eberron
by Pat Ferrara (Thu 01-11-2007)

If you’re like me you may think you’re well-versed on fantasy literature, but it doesn’t take much to be overwhelmed by the sheer number of Forgotten Realms and Eberron literature out there. It was only recently that I myself was abl...

MASTER AND COMMANDER director recognizes a PATTERN
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 04-23-2004)

Now that his latest film is out on home video, MASTER AND COMMANDER: THE FAR SIDE OF THE WORLD director Peter Weir has made a move toward his next screen project. Weir is now attached to helm William Gibson's latest novel, PATTERN RECOGNITION, for Warner ...

Frakes to be master of ILLUSION
by Christopher Allan Smith (Fri 01-25-2002)

Jonathan Frakes has signed onto a new film being developed at Disney Studios, ILLUSION, billed in THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER as a blend of F/X and THE FUGITIVE.No stars have been set for the film, which centers on a successful illusionist who must go on the r...


MASTER Casting
by Frank Kurtz (Thu 09-20-2001)

A number of actors have signed on to Revolution Studios' MASTER OF DISGUISE, starring Dana Carvey. The comedy will tell the story of a man (Carvey) who learns that his family has a generations spanning tradition as masters of disguise. Now, when that fami...

Newly reviewed: Master Keaton (Sat 11-01-2003)

We\'ve dug into the pile a bit this week to catch up on the backlog which meant taking a peek at the 10/14/2003 release of Master Keaton Vol. #3 from Geneon Entertainment.

MASTER ARTIST SERIES: FRAZETTA, SERIES 1 from Warner Bros. Toys
by Dan Cziraky (Mon 05-28-2001)

This series of highly detailed figures, based on characters from several of renowned fantasy illustrator Frank Frazetta`s popular paintings, is quite a boon to fantasy figure collectors. However, they aren`t `action figures` in the truest sense of the ter...

Beast Master
by Stephanie Crawford (Mon 10-15-2001)

Imagine a world where vampires, lycanthropes, fey, and other assorted monsters are legally recognized and grudgingly accepted by the general populace. Welcome! You've just stepped into the world of horror novel heroine and vampire hunter extraordinaire An...


The Master of BEASTMASTER Part One
by John Thonen (Tue 10-30-2001)

Most directors of any note manage to amass a sizable filmography over the span of their career. But only the lucky and most talented of them manage one or two films which truly capture the heart, mind and imagination of a generation, transforming into tim...

THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: OCARINA OF TIME - MASTER QUEST
by James Stevenson (Tue 03-11-2003)

I fondly remember the Thanksgiving break when OCARINA OF TIME was released for the N64. I had made a scouting trip to the local 24-hour Wal-Mart SuperCenter in hopes that they would begin selling the game at midnight, and to my delight the stores was. Aro...

Gerry Anderson: Master in Miniature Part Five
by Jeff Bond (Thu 01-09-2003)

Gerry Anderson has a track record that would make any self-respecting TV producer shake in his boots: 17 television programs, virtually all of which now rate as cult successesfrom the lavishly produced space adventure Space: 1999 and the cult favorite UFO...

Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World
by Coming Attractions (Thu 03-27-2003)

Genre: Adventure/Action.Studio: 20th Century Fox.Production Company: Samuel Goldwyn Company/Miramax Films/20th Century Fox/Universal.Project Phase: In the Can.Who's In It: Russell Crowe (Captain Jack "Lucky" Aubrey); Paul Bettany (Stephen Maturin); Billy ...


Pokemon: Master Quest Vol. #02 (Sat 02-19-2005)

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Figure Contest: Izumi from He is My Master (Fri 06-08-2007)

        Thanks to the generosity of the folks over at forum moderator Gatts, we have one more figure to give away! The figure for this contest is Izumi from He is My Master. We want to make this as easy as possible ...

He makes 'Catwoman' purr: SFX master Richard Hymns (Sat 07-17-2004)

When the movie "Catwoman" opens this summer, star Halle Berry may be the person brandishing the lash, but sound effects guru Richard Hymns will be the one cracking the whip. More...


WIN! Learn From The Master: GTO
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 05-22-2002)

Don't forget to enter Comics2Film's GTO - Great Teacher Onizuka giveaway! GTO is the next big wave in anime: no big eyes... no magical powers... no giant robots. Instead, audiences get a refreshing twist on standard anime fare. While still loaded w...

Movie-Maker Alex Proyas, Master of MysteryClock.Com
by Anna L. Kaplan (Sun 11-05-2000)

Alex Proyas, acclaimed director of THE CROW and DARK CITY, has decided that the Internet is the best place for his latest venture. The website MysteryClock.Com, which launched this week, is a creative, collaborative, and inventive place for his work. Spe...

X-Men The Last Stand: Master of the Mutants (Mon 05-22-2006)

A behind-the-scenes look at ''X-Men: The Last Stand'': With a new director, new characters, and all sorts of new pressures, can the comic-book franchise stay in the black?

Air Master Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-06-2005)

What They SayCreated by the famous Yokusaru Shibata, Airmaster first appeared as a comic series in Hakusensha\'s well known comic magazine titled \"Young Animal.\" What sets AirMaster apart from the other anime action series, is its unique blend of action...


Air Master Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 04-14-2005)

What They SayMaki faces the ultimate test from the highly skilled Julietta Sakamoto who has also shown feelings of romance. On the day-scheduled match, Maki oversleeps and is late to arrive. However, her father, Shiro Saeki who is present at the appointed...

UK Newly Reviewed: Twilight of the Dark Master (Thu 05-13-2004)

It\'s been awhile since this title showed up in region 1, but now it\'s made its way to the UK and Dani Moure has taken a look at the Manga UK release of Twilight of the Dark Master that came out just this week.

Advance Review: Master Keaton (Tue 02-03-2004)

On 02/10/2004, Geneon will release Master Keaton Vol. #5, the only anime release in the past year that has a TV episode that got me all misty-eyed and emotional.

Advance Review: Master Keaton (Mon 05-17-2004)

For those of you out there enjoying Monster, you\'ll want to put some money down on this series to enjoy something quite similar in some regards. Due out on 06/08/2004 from Geneon Entertainment is Master Keaton Vol. #7, one of the best shows released over...


Twilight of the Dark Master
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-12-2001)

What They SayFrom the beginning of time, Powerful, grotesque Demons and beautiful, noble Guardians have battled for Earth. A deep hatred eternally burns between Demon and Guardian; the Guardians knew the Demons’ thirst for blood and power would dest...

Rave Master Vol. #3 (Sun 10-03-2004)

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Rave Master Vol. #1 (Thu 07-08-2004)

What They Say50 years ago, young Shiba destroyed what he believed to be the last of the evil Shadow Stones. But the ensuing explosion only managed to scatter the remaining stones, leaving them hidden throughout the world. In present day, Haru Glory arri...

Newly reviewed: Master Keaton (Sun 12-07-2003)

Due out on this coming Tuesday from Geneon Entertainment is Master Keaton Vol. #4, bringing another five episodes of standalone tales to the masses.


Master Keaton Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-03-2003)

What They SayThe amazing Taichi Keaton works on cases around the globe that always lead to adventure! He combines his arsenal of multidisciplinary expertise in investigation, archeology, and survival with his experience as a professor, a Falklands Conflic...

THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 09-02-2003)

I was very excited to learn that Cinescape wanted me to review the theatrical edition DVD of LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS with a member of the cast. However, I was less enthusiastic once I learned who it was they were sending. Let's just say that we'...

LONE WOLF AND CUB finds master
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 05-22-2003)

Director Darren Aronofsky has been selected to direct the feature film version of LONE WOLF AND CUB, an adaptation of the Japanese graphic novel of the same title. The series of LONE WOLF graphic novels have been translated and published domestically by ...

MASTER OF ORION 3 tops the charts
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 03-18-2003)

The sci-fi strategy game MASTER OF ORION 3 has claimed victory in its first week of release. The game became the top-selling PC video game for the week of February 23 to March 1, the week of its release.The game places players in the position of a galact...


MAGNIFICENT BUTCHER
by BRIAN THOMAS (Thu 09-11-2003)

You can tell the Asian action genre has really become popular when a major label like Fox starts going in for old kung fu movies. Recently, they picked up the rights to several transfers previously released in the U.K. in fine editions by the Hong Kong Le...

EXCLUSIVE: FIREFLY's Master and Commander Speaks -- Part Two
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 12-12-2003)

Picking up from where the first part of our exclusive interview with FIREFLY creator Joss Whedon ended, in part two we'll get to find out what were the joys and problems making FIREFLY, what it was like casting the series, what Whedon's favorite episode w...

From the SPOTLESS MIND to MASTER OF SPACE AND TIME
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 05-26-2004)

ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND helmer Michel Gondry wants to turn Rudy Rucker's 1984 novel MASTER OF SPACE AND TIME into a film. Funny man Jack Black (SCHOOL OF ROCK) is attached to star in the film, and Gondry is also in talks to make DreamWorks t...

MASTER AND COMMANDER bows in April on DVD
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 02-13-2004)

20th Century Fox Home Video has slotted April 20 as the day for the DVD release of MASTER AND COMMANDER: THE FAR SIDE OF THE WORLD. The Oscar-nominated picture will arrive in an unusual choice of three different DVD versions: a full-screen version, a wide...


Re-MASTER-ing the QUEST
by James Stevenson with Troy Roberts (Fri 02-28-2003)

Pre-orders have always been a way for a company to hype a game up and to get an advance look at the sales potential for a title. In the past, I remember pre-ordering games like MARIO 64 to get a free t-shirt, or maybe a bag with the game's logo on it. Reg...

Gerry Anderson: Master in Miniature Part Four
by Jeff Bond (Fri 01-03-2003)

Gerry Anderson has a track record that would make any self-respecting TV producer shake in his boots: 17 television programs, virtually all of which now rate as cult successesfrom the lavishly produced space adventure Space: 1999 and the cult favorite UFO...

Lording It
by Matt Kamen (Fri 07-06-2007)

And once again, it comes time for us to bid the good Doctor farewell for another year. While season three of the regenerated Doctor Who has been the strongest since the show's return, the finale, fittingly titled 'Last of the Time Lords' was sadly disappo...



The Master of BEASTMASTER Part Two
by John Thonen (Sat 11-03-2001)

In the first part of our Don Coscarelli interview, the director discussed his work on the much-loved cult classic BEASTMASTER and its recent arrival on DVD. Today, in the final part of our Coscarelli coverage, the filmmaker expounds further on the Marc Si...

Crowe to set sail in MASTER AND COMMANDER
by Christopher Allan Smith (Thu 01-17-2002)

 It seems Russell Crowe has found his next star vehicle. The GLADIATOR and A BEAUTIFUL MIND star has signed to play author Patrick O'Brian's famous Royal Navy Capt. Jack Aubrey for director Peter Weir in MASTER AND COMMANDER.According to Variety Weir...

Gerry Anderson: Master in Miniature Part Three
by Jeff Bond (Wed 12-11-2002)

Gerry Anderson has a track record that would make any self-respecting TV producer shake in his boots: 17 television programs, virtually all of which now rate as cult successesfrom the lavishly produced space adventure Space: 1999 and the cult favorite UFO...

Gerry Anderson: Master in Miniature Part One
by Jeff Bond (Fri 11-29-2002)

America has its genre visionaries: Gene Roddenberry (Star Trek, Star Trek: The Next Generation), Irwin Allen (Lost in Space, Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea), Chris Carter (The X-Files), Rod Serling (The Twilight Zone, Night Gallery)all of these guys at m...


RING MASTER
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Fri 03-11-2005)

Mysterious videotapes, ominous phone calls, a girl drowned at the bottom of a well and Naomi Watts were more than enough elements to catapult 2002's THE RING into an American horror film phenomenon. Based on the Japanese film series RINGU, the Ehren Kruge...

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

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

Ninja Nonsense Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-26-2006)

What They SayIt\'s Super Explosive Pervy Ninja Insanity! Take the comedy of South Park, combine it with one totally cute (and naive) ninja-girl trainee, a horde of ninjas under the perverse tutelage of her headmaster: a strange, yellow, spherically pudgy....

Rave Master Vol. #2 (Wed 08-11-2004)

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Twilight of the Dark Master
by Dani Moure (Wed 05-19-2004)

What They SaySince the beginning of time, monstrous Demons and noble Guardians have battled for Earth - the everlasting gift of the one great Mother, creator of all life. A deep hatred burns between Demon and Guardian; the Guardians prevented the Demons f...

Blood: The Last Vampire - Digital Master Edition (Tue 08-29-2006)

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RING Master
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Tue 11-22-2005)

Mysterious videotapes, ominous phone calls, a girl drowned at the bottom of a well, and Naomi Watts were more than enough elements to catapult 2002's The Ring into an American horror film phenomenon. Based on the Japanese film series Ringu, the Ehren Krug...

Fate/Stay Night Vol. #01
by Briana Lawrence (Mon 11-24-2008)

This is that series, you know, that series.  That series that has a ton of pictures online, by pictures I mean it has Rin and Saber making out on a bed.  Hawt.  Then I realized that the anime/manga I knew nothing about started as a hentai g...


Viz Media Named Master Licensor For Blue Dragon ™ Anime Series (Mon 04-16-2007)

New Action Series Is Based On Popular Xbox 360 Game And Features Character Designs By Manga Mastermind, Akira Toriyama San Francisco, CA April 16, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive p...

Master Keaton Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-17-2004)

What They SayFrom Europe to Japan, Keaton\'s family matters drag him in between his father and a strange woman then leads to memories of his childhood in Cornwall. To avoid those troubles, Keaton explores more dangerous paths while investigating suspicio...

Alien Nine Master Collection (Tue 07-22-2003)

This October, the Alien Nine Ultimate Collection will creep into stores just in time for Halloween. This box set -- a first for collectors -- will include the best-selling DVD and all three Alien Nine graphic novels which feature stories and art by ...

ShoPro Entertainment named the Master Licensor for NARUTO (Tue 02-15-2005)

The press release is available here.


Advance Review: Master Keaton (Mon 03-22-2004)

Due out on 04/13/2004 from Geneon Entertainment is Master Keaton Vol. #6, a volume in a series that should be a requirement to see.

YuGiOh Vol. #20: The Master of Magicians (Sun 02-08-2004)

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DVD Review: Master of Mosquiton (Sat 08-27-2005)

This has been a bit of a tough one and a long time in coming since a number of retailers, even Amazon, still doesn\'t carry it. Apparently released to limited retailers back on 06/14/2005, we\'ve got a look at the Media Blasters release of Master of Mosqu...

Advance Review: Master Keaton (Fri 07-23-2004)

Due out on 08/10/2004, Geneon brings their 39 episode series to a close with the release of Master Keaton Vol. #8. This has been one of the most thought provoking, engaging and at times very emotional series that I\'ve had the pleasure to watch in the las...


Master Keaton Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 12-07-2003)

What They SayA Brave Coward! Murder, bankruptcy, blackmail. Can Keaton really claim to lead a quiet life with this caseload? Even when not working a case, drama still works its way into Keaton’s life either in the form of a friend of his daughter...

Early DVD Review: Tattoon Master (Wed 08-09-2006)

Saved from the few number of shows left that never made the transition from VHS to DVD, we\'ve got a slightly early look at the 08/15/2006 release of Tattoon Master from Media Blasters.

Ranma Forever Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-21-2002)

What They SayLove hopeful... Shampoo\'s Curséd Kiss: \"Be my bri-i-i-i-i-de--!!\" It\'s been a while, but at last the \"Ghost Cat\" from episodes past has come back... and he won\'t release Shampoo until she agrees to marry him! Can Ranma prevent her fro...

Blood: The Last Vampire Complete Box (Wed 04-25-2001)

What They SayThe movie uses the full spectrum of digital animation which is said to have impressed even James Cameron. Japan\'s top creators gathered to make the show, which was shown in theaters using the HDCAM24P format which George Lucas will also be u...


"The Dragon Below Trilogy"
by Pat Ferrara (Wed 01-31-2007)

Author Don Bassingthwaite concluded his The Dragon Below Trilogy late last year with the release of The Killing Song through Wizards of the Coast Publishing.  Before I delved into the third installment I wanted to get a true sense of what this s...

ULTIMATE NINJA Vol. 1
by Brian Thomas (Fri 02-04-2005)

In the mid-1980s, suddenly there were ninjas everywhere. For some reason, these ancient Japanese assassins were popular icons, and many birthday cakes were decorated with little plastic ninja figures. Though based on the historic entities, these were fant...

Dragon Ball: King Piccolo Box Set 1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 02-03-2006)

What They SayAfter a heroic effort at the World Martial Arts Tournament, Goku is faced with the most difficult loss of his life. His best friend, Krillin, is dead! Devastated, Goku sets out to uncover the truth behind the sinister murder. But the answer l...

Psychic Academy Vol.#01
by Mike Dungan (Wed 11-17-2004)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Katsu AkiTranslated by:Jan Scott FrazierAdapted by:What They SayAi Shiomi is pushed into attending the Psychic Academy, a place of learning for psychically gifted students. Not only must he live up to his older brother's heroi...


Chinese Hero Vol.#01
by Ron Quezon (Mon 05-28-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Wing Shing MTranslated by:Yun ZhaoAdapted by:Matthew A. ScrivnerWhat They SayAs a child, Hero\'s family was attacked and killed by a practitioner of Northern Mantis kung fu. This assassin was tasked by the affluent head of a l...

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 ...

Urusei Yatsura: Beautiful Dreamer
by Steve Brandon (Wed 02-13-2002)

The Review!In anticipation of AnimEigo's impending (but delayed) release of the first five volumes of the Urusei Yatsura TV series, I thought that I'd look at Urusei Yatsura: Beautiful Dreamer, the second feature film, released in Japanese theatres in 198...

Hibiki's Magic Vol.#01
by Michelle Ramonetti (Tue 01-16-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Story by Jun Maeda / Art by Rei IdumiTranslated by: Alexis KirschAdapted by:Jamie S. RichWhat They SayHibiki is a student in a magic school. Try as she might, her only real skill seems to be making a pot of delicious tea... Or...


Chun Rhang Yhur Jhun Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Thu 06-22-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Park Sung-WooTranslated by:Je-wa JeongAdapted by:What They SayThe mighty Kingdom of Goguryeo is in the midst of a war which has raged on for decades. In need of talented warriors to help lead their people, O'Rhang Yhun is sent...

Fate / Stay Night Vol. #1 (also w/limited edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-30-2006)

What They SayThe Holy Grail War Begins!Ten years ago there was a secret war fought by master mages with their servants in order to obtain the Holy Grail and the result was devastating to everyone. Today, the Holy Grail War is beginning again with new mast...

Saint Seiya Vol. #07
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 06-20-2004)

What They SayJust when Seiya and the other Bronze Saints are seemingly destined for a most gruesome demise, Ikki makes another triumphant return. Meanwhile, Shiryu has gone back to the Five Ancient Peaks to visit his old mentor in hopes the brave Saint\'s...

Vanilla Series: Slaves to Passion
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 11-27-2004)

What They SayWith character designs by Naomi Hayakawa (LOVE DOLL) and produced by Shiyuuta Biwajima and Chikara Niki (DARK / SLAVE SISTERS / PRIVATE SESSIONS), SLAVES TO PASSION follows the meek Kaoru and the gorgeous Reika as they tread the dangerous lin...


Fate / Stay Night Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 02-16-2007)

What They SayThe Magi have assembled and the War for the Grail has begun. A new battle begins as the next Servant attacks and draws blood. Who could Rider\'s master be? Shiro must be extra careful as even his closest friends could be deadly enemies. Nonet...

Beyond the Beyond Vol.#01
by Ariadne Roberts (Tue 06-05-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yoshitomo WatanabeTranslated by:Emi OnishiAdapted by:Mark IlvedsonWhat They SayFutaba, a boy that has grown up in an overprotective family, suddenly finds himself transported to a strange world, where he meets Kiara, the Amara...

Mobile Fighter G-Gundam Vol. #12
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 07-13-2003)

What They SayWith the fate of his brother still fresh on his mind, Domon must face his former master once more! And just when Domon thinks things couldn\'t get any worse, Rain leaves. Only to be kidnapped! Now, Domon and the rest of the Shuffle Alliance ...

Mobile Fighter G-Gundam Vol. #07
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 04-10-2003)

What They SayAfter pulling off an incredible stunt, Domon has made it to the finals in Neo Hong Kong! Now, the battles begin in earnest - George, Chibodee, and all the other members of the Shuffle Alliance must fight to stay alive! Also complicating mat...


Maid In Heaven Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 02-10-2006)

What They SayHe has fantasized about having his own personal maid for what seemed like a lifetime. But he lives in a single room apartment in the big city. His meager means provide him no chances in life. So his dream ends as a fantasy. But, you never kno...

Book Buzz: From Novik to Heinlein and George R.R. Martin, Deluxe Editions
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-28-2008)

In an overloaded release schedule of sci-fi, horror and fantasy book debuts a few reduxes by renowned authors George R.R. Martin, Robert A. Heinlein, Philip K. Dick, and Naomi Novik stand out amongst dozens of new titles.   The month of July has se...

Street Fighter Alpha Generations
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-17-2005)

What They SayIn this thrilling prequel to Street Fighter Alpha, Ryu returns to pay homage to his deceased mentor, but is tormented by disturbing memories of his master\'s killer. In a quest to become a true martial arts master, Ryu sets out to hone his st...

Slave Doll
by Derek Guder (Thu 05-13-2004)

What They SayAki is an Andromaid, half android, half maid. Created to infiltrate the house of Kenichi, she disguises herself as an ordinary housekeeper. Her mission is to capture a sample of Kenichi\'s superior sperm, but she ends up with more than she ba...


Mobile Fighter G-Gundam Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 03-16-2003)

What They SayA shocked Domon engages Master Asia in battle, hoping to find some way to bring back the man he once knew. But Domon, emotionally and physically drained is no match for him! Only the timely arrival of the mysterious Schwarz Bruder and his ama...

Transformers…Novelized
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-29-2007)

With the 4th of July looming on the summer horizon, Transformers fans won’t have to wait the next seven weeks to find out what happens in Michael Bay’s film adaptation of the franchise giant. Random House Publishing Group and novelization guru...

Get Over Those Terrible Gifts
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 12-24-2007)

No matter what holiday you celebrate there’s always one constant during the winter season: terrible gifts. Because of a schedule / travel conflict with the fam I happened to celebrate Christmas early this year. Did I get Subterranean Press’ li...

VAMPIRE HUNTERS
by Brian Thomas (Mon 08-25-2003)

Innovative Hong Kong producer/director Tsui Hark has become sufficiently famous that his name is over the title of this supernatural action epic, which is known overseas as THE ERA OF VAMPIRE. Wellson Chin (INSPECTOR WEARS SKIRTS, 24 HOURS GHOST STORY) is...


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...

TOKYOPOP April/May Premieres (Thu 11-13-2003)

BATTLE VIXENS AND LAMENT OF THE LAMB TOP TOKYOPOP INC.'S APRIL/MAY MANGA PREMIERES Debuting Fan-Favorites Also Include Arm of Kannon, Model, The Demon Ororon, Crescent Moon and Suikoden Los Angeles, CA (November 13, 2003)-TOKYOPOP Inc. is pleased to a...

TOKYOPOP & Valusoft Talk Initial D Racing Game (Wed 10-15-2003)

TOKYOPOP INC. & VALUSOFT SPEED ONTO PC WITH BRAND NEW INITIAL D RACING GAME 2004 Game Release Will Deliver Heart-Pounding Thrill of Initial D Street Racing Action to PC Gamers LOS ANGELES (October 6, 2003)— Building upon its already impressive Initia...

TOKYOPOP Taps Former Fox and Universal Pros for Two Key Executive Positions (Thu 11-20-2003)

Bill Josey Becomes Company's General Counsel & VP, Business Affairs and Masashi 'Sho' Matsuhashi Joins as Tokyo Office General Manager Los Angeles, CA (November 19, 2003)--In an effort to support its continued exponential growth, TOKYOPOP Inc. has hired ...


TOKYOPOP Talks Six New Manga Series (Tue 02-10-2004)

TOKYOPOP INC. WILL CURE THE SUMMERTIME BLUES WITH SIX SIZZLING MANGA DEBUTS! August's Premiere Lineup Includes Tramps Like Us, Abenobashi: Magical Shopping Arcade, Warriors of Tao, Et Cetera, Dream Saga and Instant Teen: Just Add Nuts Los Angeles, CA (F...

TOKYOPOP Inks Third Major Book Deal With Rising Stars of Manga Winner (Tue 03-23-2004)

North America's #1 Manga Publisher to Release Pseudome Studio's Van Von Hunter Los Angeles, CA (March 23, 2004)--TOKYOPOP Inc.'s national manga talent search has led to the signing of Pseudome Studio-one of the prizewinners from its first Rising Stars of...

TOKYOPOP to release Tokyo Babylon Manga in May 2004 (Tue 09-16-2003)

Los Angeles, CA (September 16, 2003)?Building upon its long-standing relationship with CLAMP, TOKYOPOP Inc. is pleased to announce the May 2004 debut of Tokyo Babylon, one of the famed manga team's most beloved titles. Each of the series' seven volumes wi...

TOKYOPOP INC. TEAMS UP WITH THE NBA TO DELIVER FULL-COURT ACTION TO READERS WITH FAST-BREAKING NBA SPORTS MANGA (Tue 04-27-2004)

Exciting New Line to Feature NBA Greats Shaquille O'Neal, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and Jason Kidd LOS ANGELES (April 26, 2004)--TOKYOPOP Inc. and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have given basketball a new way to transcend the court. The compa...


Rurouni Kenshin OVA Vol. #1 (-)

What They SayThe Review!Perhaps one of the greatest ironies of the early DVD era is Sony, and their (lack of) support of the medium. It is Sony themselves who helped create the wonderful DVD hardware, and yet they have shown absolutely -no- support whatso...

TOKYOPOP and Radio Shack Announce Alliance for Initial D Product Line (Tue 07-22-2003)

TOKYOPOPâ AND RADIOSHACK ANNOUNCE ALLIANCE FOR INITIAL D PRODUCT LINE RC Product Line Based On Hit Anime Racing Adventures Hit Shelves This Fall LOS ANGELES (July 16, 2003) - TOKYOPOP Inc.— a formidable force in international youth entertainment— today...