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Remote Patrol Takes a Vacation
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 08-05-2002)
A message from our Remote Patrol TV columnist, Sonia Mansfield:Yeah, so, I'm on vacation for the next two weeks. Woo-hoo!Hey, even a TV critic needs a vacation. So, for the next two weeks all my TV-watching will be for fun. Actually, I'll just spend my fr... Dec. 3 Dec. 9: Rerun Time
by SONIA MANSFIELD (Mon 12-03-2001)
...." Get it?Remote Patrol is our weekly Television column. Nov. 12 Nov. 18: Mucho TV
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 11-12-2001)
...e. Got it?Remote Patrol is our weekly Television column. 
Jan. 14 Jan. 20: The Clock Stops TICKing
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 01-14-2002)
...r back-up?Remote Patrol is our weekly Television column. Jan. 21 Jan. 27: THE X-FILES Is Now An Ex-Show
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 01-21-2002)
...d it? Duh!Remote Patrol is our weekly Television column. The Books You'll Be Reading This July
by Chris Wyatt (Wed 07-10-2002)
OK, first thing's first... The DVD guys call their regular column "Vidiocy," which I think is a pretty cool title, and Sonia calls her regular TV column "Remote Patrol," also a cool title... but when our editor Scott asked me to do a regular book column I... Oct. 29 Nov. 4: Halloween 2001 and Beyond
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 10-29-2001)
...olks: Duh!Remote Patrol is our weekly Television column. November 25 December 1: BIRDS OF PREY Crashes
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 11-25-2002)
...it in the Remote Patrol, because I freakin' love it. So there. Tonight, Lorelei learns that Rory applied to Yale without telling her.Clark meets
Kyla (Tamara Feldman) and Clark (Tom Welling) explore an ancient Indian cave in the "Skinwalker" epi... June 10 June 16: Shows You Should Be Watching
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 06-10-2002)
...ng in the Remote Patrol that I'm not getting to, let me know. I aim to please... well, most of the time anyway.Yeah, if you got something to say then e-mail me at RedSonia@cinescape.com.Now, let me break down the week for you. Oh, and as always, check ... 9-24-01: The Rise of the Fall Season
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 09-24-2001)
Welcome to CINESCAPE's new weekly television column "Remote Patrol." Designed to give you an overview of the current week's genre television (with a dose of self-serving cynicism), this new addition to our site is set up to be your one-stop shopping for w... January 20 January 26: Sonia Goes Random Again
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 01-20-2003)
...came from Remote Patrol reader Susan. Thanks Susan.Yeah, so anyway, let me know what you think? E-mail it to me at RedSonia@cinescape.com.Now, let me break down the week for you. Oh, and as always, check your local listings.Monday, january 20ABC has
... June 17 June 23: A New Season Approaches
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 06-17-2002)
...ioning in Remote Patrol that I'm not getting to (even if it's not really considered "genre") let me know. I can't cover it for you if I don't know what it is. Yeah, if you got something to say then e-mail me at RedSonia@cinescape.com.Now, let me break ... July 1 July 7: The Beauty of Syndication
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 07-01-2002)
...st week's Remote Patrol column when I went on and on about the musical episode of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER (UPN, 8 p.m.) called "Once More With Feeling"? Well, it's on tonight. Oh man, I just got that song "Walk Through the Fire" out of my head. Oh wel... DOOM PATROL #13
by Tony Whitt (Wed 10-09-2002)
Cliff's not having the best of days. Surrounded by kids with their own serious issues, he's feeling like a stranger in a strange land. When the other Doom Patrollers find a box with a tie clasp that Rita gave to the Chief several years before, he and the ... DOOM PATROL #1
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sun 10-14-2001)
Anyone remember DOOM PATROL? Since I can't see a show of hands, I'm assuming a lot of DC fans are waving them eagerly, so you can put them down now. They were never a big deal in the superhero circuit, residing somewhere on the level with Marvel's Champio... Snow Patrol Bassist To Leave Group
by Randall Larson (Thu 03-31-2005)
Indie-pop group Snow Patrol has confirmed that they have asked their co-founder and bassist, Mark McClelland, to leave the band. McClelland has been in the band for more than 10 years, since its formation at Dundee University. Frontman Gary Lightbody insi... Adam Turner to write THE DOOM PATROL
by Karl Schneider (Thu 07-20-2006)
Adam Turner has been hired by Warner Bros. Pictures to bring THE DOOM PATROL to the big screen. The adaptation will be produced by Akiva Goldsman.The comic Doom Patrol featured a collection of super-powered misfits brought together by a man in a wheelcha... DOOM PATROL #3
by Tony Whitt (Tue 12-18-2001)
The gang has moved out of the Jost Compound and into an old nightclub downtown that Cliff bought outright. But just as they're settling into their new digs, they're attacked in their new home by an assailant who claims to have broken the Batman, knocked S... Legendary Launching Multi-LOST PATROL
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 07-23-2008)
Legendary Pictures (The Dark Knight) is developing an elaborate 2010 cross-platform launch for The Lost Patrol, a supernatural thriller script it has acquired for Matt Cirulnick, says Variety. Rick Porras and Steven Boyd are producing the project. Ciruln... Wii Remote Charging Dock with Rechargeable Battery
by Captain Gordon Edward (Fri 04-06-2007)
Finally someone has begun selling a dock with a rechargeable battery for the Wii. It has been on the shelf for quite some time for a few developers, and while others have teased their products this is the first one you can buy. The packaging includes t... Remote Vol.#01
by Megan Lavey (Fri 06-04-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Story by: Seimaru Amagi Art by: Tetsuya KoshibaTranslated by:Haruko FurukawaAdapted by:What They SayA serial murderer is on the loose, someone who dresses up as a clown...a killer clown.
Officer Kurumi Ayaki reporting. Due t... The 2 Johns
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-06-2006)
Many mathematicians and theologians are now saying that the Number of the Beast is actually 611. I know - short notice to reschedule your Antichrist party, but a late Saturday date is better anyway. Getting that tattoo changed is going to be a bitch, thou... Scoop Patrol: Lohan Going on MISSION? More STARS WARS Before PHANTOM?
by News Editor (Tue 05-24-2005)
Gossip and rumors seem to run high when Summer time rolls around and all the big movies start to come out and Hollywood is already thinking about next summer.Lindsay Lohan can't seem to stop talking about being in MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 3. After she claimed... Cylons in America
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 01-28-2008)
Ever since its conception in 1978, Battlestar Galactica has been offering viewers a layered SF universe, one that manages to stay grounded with the world around us and in sync with contemporary American society. Like any good sci-fi series BSG explores th... Rumor Patrol: RAMBO IV?
by News Editor (Sun 05-29-2005)
Nu Image/Millennium Films has apparently acquired the film rights from Miramax/Dimension Films for the RAMBO franchise. The company plans to start filming on RAMBO IV in Bulgaria in January 2006.Reports state that Sylvester Stallone signed to begin writi... Remote Vol.#03
by Megan Lavey (Thu 10-14-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Story by: Seimaru Amagi / Art by: Tetsuya KoshibaTranslated by:Haruko FurukawaAdapted by:What They SayOfficer Kurumi finds the main bomb, but is prevented from disarming it by the student body president, who has discovered her... Ghost in the Shell Continues
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-16-2007)
Ever since its explosion onto the global screen in 1995, the Ghost in the Shell series has provided viewers with a profoundly philosophical, yet innovatively stylized look into a near future world where the lines between man and machine finally blur. Thro... Remote Vol.#02
by Megan Lavey (Mon 09-06-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Story by: Seimaru Amagi / Art by: Tetsuya KoshibaTranslated by:Haruko FurukawaAdapted by:What They SayOfficer Kurumi Ayaki reporting.
This job is becoming too much for me - I'm constantly put in harm's way by my boss Himuro..... DVD News and Release Info for August 7
by John Thonen (Tue 08-07-2001)
VIDEO NEWS· THERE’S NOTHING OUT THERE: SPECIAL EDITION is a good example of the little known or rarely seen title that the DVD explosion is bringing to the surface. On 9/19, Image Entertainment will release this e... Comicscape - June 22, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 06-22-2005)
Well kids, here we are with another comic movie column. For those of you that never leave the house and still think your copy of SPAWN #1 is worth $80, BATMAN BEGINS opened on Wednesday last week. Critics have rightfully praised it as both an engaging cha... November 18 November 24: The Return of Andy Richter...
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 11-18-2002)
...at 10 p.m.Remote Patrol is our weekly Television column. LUPIN III: CASTLE OF CAGLIOSTRO on Disc
by Andrew Osmond and Steve Biodrowski (Tue 05-02-2000)
Message to all anime newbies: relax. Unlike certain other Japanese cartoons (who said Pokemon?), Castle of Cagliostro is not part of a ferociously complex franchise requiring directory-sized guides to understand. All you need to know is that Lupin III is ... Celebrities vs. The Law Rd 2
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 05-05-2007)
Every celebrity whom went through their own 15 minutes of fame and watched it fly away for the next 30 minutes has some law troubles this week. The topper is the Boy George Law Trouble and I’m sure after you read it, you’ll agree. It left me s... Teen Titans Season 2
by John Sinnott (Thu 10-12-2006)
The TEEN TITANS return to DVD with their entire second season in one nice package. These thirteen episodes are just as good as the first season's with some action filled shows, a few comic episodes, and a new hero: Terra. The series is based on the rev... Witch-Hunting, Mercedes Lackey, Dietz, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-03-2006)
Mercedes Lackey hits the shelves today with continuations of both her Elemental Masters and The Dragon Jousters series, Koji Suzuki's final installment of the Ring trilogy gets its stateside paperback debut, and Dietz releases his new hard SF thriller fre... CLICK
by Rachel Reitsleff (Fri 06-23-2006)
There are some very funny notions in CLICK, as well as some surprisingly dramatic ones. On occasion, this comedy/drama/fantasy about a man who receives a remote control with special powers works very well. The problem with the movie is not entirely unlike... Overman King Gainer Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-03-2005)
What They SayIn the distant future, mankind is forced to live in domed cities called Domepolis after an environmental cataclysm ravages the Earth\'s surface. These cities are maintained and supplied by private corporations, but at what cost to the inhabit... Pioneer 525 Codefree DVD Player (Modified Malaysian Model) (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer 525 Codefree DVD Player (Modified Malaysian Model) I picked up this unit on a recent trip to Japan, as my trusty Toshiba 2006 codefree DVD player (hand modified) was starting to get a bit too long in the tooth. Poor imag...You're Under Arrest Vol. #01 (Checkdisc)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-24-2003)
What They SayThis disc is a copy of a checkdisc from AnimEigo and is not the final product. The Review!After begging by fans and a preorder signup plan, You’re Under Arrest is finally coming to DVD. With the amount of time between the beginning of t... You're Under Arrest Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 10-27-2002)
What They SayNatsumi decides that she\'s going to make it to her first day of work somewhere near the time she\'s scheduled ... and that means breaking about every traffic law in the city. What\'s to stop her? why ... officer Miyuki (she\'s about as omnip... Toshiba 5109 Progressive Scan (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Toshiba 5109 Progressive Scan DVD Player Review About three months back, I decided to upgrade my TV set to one that would be ready for DTV when it caught on. I chose the Panasonic CT-32XF55 progressive scan DTV due to its price/p...Toshiba SD2109 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Toshiba SD2109 DVD Player Video formats: DVD, Audio CD Audio Outputs: Dolby Digital AC3, DTS, RCA analog Video outputs: RCA, S-video, Component (Colorstream) Street Price: $299 RATINGS (out of 5) Compatibility: 4 (no VCD) Video: 5...Skyworth 1050P (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Skyworth DVD-1050P By Chris Beveridge As we seem to do every so often, a new player comes to market that simply gets our attention. The latest offering is the Skyworth DVD player, specifically the 1050P model. Skyworth\'s, as of th...You're Under Arrest Vol. #11
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayThe Review!Another very solid installment into the fourth box set!
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For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc in its original language of Japanese. Both tracks are pretty standard stereo mixes with some good moments of ... Hurrah! Sailor Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Fri 06-10-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Katsuwo NakaneTranslated by:Kentaro AbeAdapted by:What They SaySometimes in life, we have to stop what we’re doing to ask ourselves, “why does such and such have to be like this?” The world of Katsuo Nakane&... Toshiba 5109 Progressive Scan (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Toshiba SD5109 DVD Player By Julian Tacher Well, after 2 years with my Pioneer 606D I felt it was time to upgrade. Main reason was I went ahead and got a really big TV (50 inch Toshiba TN50X81) that supports HD signals even if it...Pioneer DVL-700 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DVL-700 Jeff DeMaagd This is a relatively consumer oriented review of this unit. I chose the Pioneer brand and combo LD/DVD player mostly because it was replacing a solid nine year old Laserdisc player. I will mention s...Sony DVP-S7700 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Sony DVP-S7700 DVD Player Since noone has submitted a review for this player, I guess I\'ll take a stab at it. I have been enjoying this player for 6+ months, and I\'ve tried different things with it as well. FYI, I am a sarcas...Where’s My Dance with Dragons?
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-29-2007)
Reading and enjoying epic genre literature requires, unfortunately, a great deal of patience. Though we love our favorite authors for their mind-expanding work, their creation of new worlds and imaginative storytelling ability, we can be the first to bran... Comicscape March 9, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-09-2005)
Reader response to last week's column was strong and I got a good mix of responses. Some vehemently agreed and others felt that my love of HELLBLAZER colored my opinion of the film CONSTANTINE. I also got some compliments on my headline ("Into My Pants ... Full Metal Panic! Vol.#08
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 10-11-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Gatou Shouji/Tateo RetsuTranslated by:Amy ForsythAdapted by:What They SaySummer's almost over, Sosuke's ringing in the school year with a bang! He's got a romantic island getaway planned for his schoolgirl sweetheart - on the ... Galaxy Railways Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-22-2005)
What They SayThe new series from legendary creator Leiji Masumoto (Star Blazers, Captain Herlock, Galaxy Express 999, Interstella 5555).
Carrying on his deceased father and brother\'s will, Manabu Yuuki joins the Space Defense Force to protect the safety... Space Pirate Mito Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 04-05-2003)
What They SayAs a member of the Galactic Patrol, it is Mutsuki\'s duty to capture Space Pirate Mito at any cost. With no more time to plan, she is forced into a new offensive. The clueless Aoi has become smitten with the young officer and their first dat... Accessory Mania
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Sat 12-16-2006)
With the main holidays just around the corner, mainly the Mecca named Christmas, it seems the release of videogames has died for the next little while. It also seems worse than what happens during the summer, but that is just a personal observation. Th... Pioneer DV333: Codefree & Macrovision-free (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DV333: Codefree & Macrovision-free The Pioneer DV333 is the one of Pioneer\'s new DVD models that supposedly replaced the DV525. Though I have never previously owned any other Pioneer DVD players, I can say that this probab...Pioneer DVD-606D (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DVD-606D Review by Julian Tacher OK. I have now been using this player for the past 8 months and feel comfortable talking about it in detail. First off I\'d like to say that I bought this particular model for the built in...Pioneer DV-414 Codefree Player
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DV-414 Codefree Player Review
And so, the fourth DVD player enters into my household. Back in September of 1997, I managed to find an early and somewhat elusive Sony 3000 player, which was just about as perfect as their 700... i-Sobot
by Tim Janson (Tue 04-15-2008)
I have been a fan of robot toys ever since I received an original Lost in Space robot for Christmas when I was just a little kid. That began a life long love affair with robot toys. From Transformers to Go-Bots, Shogun Warriors to 1950’s t... Sony SA-V900 Speaker System (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Sony SA-V900 Home Theatre speaker system By Gregorio Cabaltica Hardware features and specs Sony has really put together an attractive all in one package with their top-of-the-line SA series 900. It boast nearly every feature you...Three free HD DVDs from Toshiba, and "Click" on Blu-ray.
by John Sinnott (Sun 10-29-2006)
Three free HD DVDs with every Toshiba player: Thinking about buying a HD DVD player for Christmas? Wait until November 1st if you want to score three free HD discs. Toshiba has announced that it will give away three discs with every player sold. Buyers wi... Nintendo Wii price and launch date finalized
by Karl Schneider (Sat 09-16-2006)
Nintendo will reshape the home entertainment and video game landscape with the launch of its heralded Wii home video game console. The Americas will lead the worldwide launch on Nov. 19. Wii will be sold as an affordable, mass-consumer product at an MSRP ... 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... Toshiba SD-2200 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Toshiba SD-2200 Review - George Velez (September 2000) Vital statistics (Full statistics below): DVD/VCD/CD Audio Playback (No CD-R/CD-RW support) S-Video/Composite/Parallel Video Out Digital Coaxial and Optical (Toslink)/Analog/...Tetsujin 28 Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-31-2005)
What They SayThe journey begins when Professor Kaneda creates the ultimate soldier robot, Tetsujin, as a substitute for his son, Shotaro, whom he mistakenly believed died in a bomb raid on Tokyo during World War II. To prevent the army from using Tetsujin... Sony DVP-S525D Multiregion (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Sony DVP-S525D Multiregion Sony Australia AUD1090 (~US$680) Supplied by The DVD Shop 12 months RTB warranty \"Premium\" mod pack installed and warranted by supplier ($180) included in price by David Eddy Wel...SMC DVD 330S (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!SMC DVD 330S By Jamie Patchin It is important to note that there are at least 2 visibly different versions of this player floating about, plus a couple of different software versions. The player used in this review is the October...Pioneer DV414 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!DVD PLAYER GRUDGE MATCH Panasonic DVDA110 Vs. Pioneer DV414 Vs. Sony DVP-5300 The purpose of this review is to compare and contrast three of the major introductory models that are readily available on the market at the current t...Legend of Lyon Flare PLUS (-)
What They SayThe Review!I want to start this review by saying that this is a hentai (adult) title, and as such it is definitely not recommended for viewers under the age of 18. This is a very interesting region 2 title in that the producers of the DVD ac...Vandread Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 01-28-2002)
What They SayBrand new animation from GONZO, the studio that created BLUE SUBMARINE NO.6 and GATE KEEPERS!
Women are Monsters! For generations, the men of the planet Tarak have waged a valiant war of survival against their fierce enemies of the planet Me... Pioneer DVD-626d (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DVD-626d Review by Thomas C Kinnen I picked up this DVD player as a replacement for my RCA player. Overall this is an extremely nice player with a good feature set. With a retail price of $645 and a average street price $48...Blue Submarine No. 6 Vol. #1 (-)
What They SayOceanic adventures of a submarine taking place in the near future. Fully digital animation was used for the first time for a made for videoThe Review!I apologize ahead of time if I seem a little over enthusiastic about this particular disc. W...Dragonball Z: Perfect Cell: Hunt for 18 (Thu 03-01-2001)
What They SaySacrifice: Tien takes matters into his own hand and head! With an onslaught of psychic blasts, Tien drives back Cell and gives Android 16 and 18 a chance to escape. But Tien’s powerful move is draining his strength, and the brave fighte...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 ...Bubblegum Crisis 2040 Vol. #5 (-)
What They SayFlesh & Metal Tokyo becomes a killing field as a living wave of bio-organic metal sweeps through the city like the hands of a mad god! As Galatea’s power continues to grow, the Knight Sabers must join with the remnants of the A.D. Poli...Soultaker Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (-)
What They SayThe Soul Taker\' is the new hero for the 21st century by Tatsunoko Productions known for \'Gatchaman\' and \'Casshan.\' This series that started airing this spring is already on DVD. Bonus footage included.
First Press : The box features new... Mobile Suit Gundam Movie 3 (-)
What They SayIn the year Universal Century 0079, humans have colonized the area of space lying in between the Earth and the moon. However the ambitious Zabi family, rulers of the Duchy of Zeon (the colonies furthest from the earth) has sparked a war. The ...My Neighbors the Yamadas (-)
What They SayThe Review!My Neighbours the Yamadas (Hohokekyo tonari no Yamada-kun) is a funny, touching and heart-warming slice of Japanese family life. This is another classic film from Studio Ghibli, and although it is stylistically very different from ...Pioneer DVL-909 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DVL-909 Pioneer Electronics David Geeves (Australia) 1,275$ US 1,895$ AUS Having never written a hardware review, mine is going to be from a consumer\'s point of view and not from someone who claims to know anything abo...Macross Plus Vol. #1 (1st Pressing)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-12-1999)
What They SayMacross Plus scores with its triple-play of dynamic mecha designs, dramatic characters and outstanding music creating a superb four-part Anime that will leave you mesmerized.
Part 1: 2040 A.D. - Planet Eden. The Ministry of Defense is testin... Flint the Time Detective Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 04-24-2001)
What They SayIn the 25th century, time travel is so common in fact that even criminals can visit any time period they choose! The answer is The Bureau of Time and Space Investigations! These elite agents solve crimes and right any damage done ... includin... Garaga (Tue 09-11-2001)
What They SayIt should have been a routine voyage, but as the starship XeBeC entered the warp-ring, an explosion in the engine room sent the starship hurtling out of control. Once the smoke cleared, the crew found themselves in a remote corner of the gala...Blue Gender Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-23-2001)
What They SayYuji, a high school teenager, discovers that he has an new incurable virus. With life looking very bleak, he's left only one option - hope that the future may hold a cure. With his decision made, he opts to undergo artificial hibernation...
... Apocalypse Zero
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-25-2001)
What They SayIn the post-apocalyptic world that Earth has become in the 21st century, monsters, mutants, and demons all roam the land looking for human prey. Kakugo and Harara have been trained by their father in the ancient Zero fighting technique, to pr... Angel Links Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 04-17-2001)
What They SayFrom the Outlaw Star Universe… Meifon is quite an overachiever for a sixteen-year-old girl. She\'s the head of a major corporation and the captain of a state-of-the-art ship, the Angel Links - which pro-vides a free pirate-fighting serv... Gestalt
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-19-2000)
What They SayIn the tradition of any RPG, Olivier, a young priest in a powerful church, has heard rumors that a god who will grant any wish lives on a distant island called \'G\'-a place no one\'s traveled to and come back alive! Along with Ohri, a myster... Gokudo Vol. #2
by Paul Grisham (Sat 04-06-2002)
What They SayAs Gokudo continues his quest to finish the King\'s Race, he is betrayed by his own fiancee, Princess Coco. Apparently she isn\'t quite as in love with him as she once appeared, but she is in love with the fact that his demise is prophesized ... Landlock
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 06-05-2002)
What They SayMysticism and technology unite in this great 2-part anime series featuring character designs by Masamune Shirow (Ghost in the Shell).
The land of Zer\'lue is in turmoil, ravaged by the technological might of Chairman Sana\'ku and his evil m... Bubblegum Crisis 2040 Vol. #1 (-)
What They SayIn the aftermath of the great earthquake, a ruthless corporation is poised to take over the devastated city of Tokyo with an army of synthetic monsters. Only one small band of female mercenaries stands ready to take on the monolithic power of...8Man Vol. #1 (Fri 07-23-1999)
What They Say Contains episodes #1 thru #4 of the classic sci-fi action Anime \'\'8-Man\'\' aired originally in 1963 on TBS Network. Includes an interview with the author, collection of original art, and selected highlight sequences. The Review!Sure, we a...Photon
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-03-2000)
What They SayA saga begins…Photon, a young man with a kind heart and superhuman strength, leaves his village on Sandy Planet ( a desert world) in search of a runaway friend. During this heroic quest, he is accidentally engaged to a renegade space pi... Best of Kitty Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-05-2002)
What They SayChimera
Her name is Rei. Her code name: CHIMERA. The dark wasteland of the underworld is her home. People call her many things, but she is always known as an angel of death. Where Rei treads, she leaves nothing but death and grief. An expert... Bubblegum Crisis 2040 Vol. #3 (-)
What They SayMonsters in the Earth… A new horror envelops Tokyo in a web of fear as a mysterious entity runs amok, pulling its victims into the sewers and devouring them! Can even the combined forces of the Knight Sabers, Genom and the AD Police st...Zone of Enders : Idolo
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-15-2002)
What They SayThe Review!The OVA release that serves as a prequel to the original video game, Idolo actually manages to play very well considering its roots and with my general dislike of game to anime conversions.
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For our primary viewing session,... You're Under Arrest Vol. #09
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayThe Review!The final volume of the third box set provides some a couple a good episode, a solid two part piece and then? Strike Man.
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For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc in its original language of Japanese. Both ... You're Under Arrest Vol. #12
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayThe Review!Really priming up the romance side of things, Natsumi and Shouji play the game as only an anime couple can.
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For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc in its original language of Japanese. Both tracks are pre... You're Under Arrest Vol. #08
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayThe Review!More fun and wackiness in the YUA world continues here, this time thankfully Strike Man free!
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For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc in its original language of Japanese. Both tracks are pretty standard s... Mitsubishi Megaview Pro 37 CRT Monitor (Sun 04-13-2003)
What They SayThe Review!Mitsubishi Megaview Pro 37 Review (High Definition on a budget!!) If you’ve been looking for a cheaper solution to getting Hi-Definition quality images while you’re watching anime and are a little tech-savvy (the cool...You're Under Arrest Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-28-2003)
What They SayThe Review!Another installment of the series brings some enjoyable moments and brings back one of the favorite “villains” of the series in the form of Strike Man.
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For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc i... You're Under Arrest Vol. #13
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayThe Review!The final installment of You?re Under Arrest brings out the best of the series and then caps it off with pure fanservice.
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For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc in its original language of Japanese. Both ... Inu Yasha Vol. #10
by Luis Cruz (Wed 10-29-2003)
What They SayIn rescuing a damsel in distress, Miroku’s Wind Tunnel starts to unravel. Will he be swallowed whole by the void? Later, Kohaku – brought back from the dead by a shard of the Sacred Jewel – is implicated in several murders. ... Beyblade Vol. #09
by Derek Guder (Tue 09-07-2004)
What They SayAs Kai explores the mysterious Russian abbey, he realizes he was trained there as a child. Boris, the leader of the abbey?s secret Beyblade facility, entices Kai to return and join the Demolition Boys, the abbey?s specially trained uber-team... Akira: Special Edition (& Limited Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-17-2002)
What They SayFinally! A new English translation of the original Japanese AKIRA script!
Neo-Tokyo has risen from the ashes of World War III to become a dark and dangerous megalopolis infested with gangs and terrorists. The government seethes with corrupt... Burn-Up Excess Vol. #4
by Paul Jacques (Fri 10-24-2003)
What They SayWhen an army of mecha cops are put on patrol, it looks as if the women of Team Warrior might be out of a job-until the electronic enforcers start breaking the laws they\'re supposed to protect. But while the cops are in for repair, the Team f... Inu Yasha Vol. #12
by Luis Cruz (Thu 01-01-2004)
What They SayAn old demon named Totosai comes asking to see the Tetsusaiga. Claiming to have forged the sword for Inuyasha\'s father, Totosai begins a series of tests to determine if Inuyasha is worthy of the blade. When Sesshomaru appears, demanding that... Vanilla Series: Holy Virgins
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-24-2003)
What They SayFrom Writer Nikukyuu (Slave Sisters / Girl Next Door / MeiKing) and Producers Shiyuuta Biwajima andChikara Niki (Slave Sisters / Girl Next Door / DARK / Campus / MeiKing) with Character Designs by Ken Raika (Dark / Bondage Mansion), comes a q... Beyblade Vol. #04 (Thu 12-04-2003)
What They SayAs the Asian Beyblade Tournament hits a super-suspenseful final round, Ray and his ex-teammate Lee go head-to-head in a tie-breaking grudge match. The championship is on the line as these two former friends face off! After China, the beyblade...F-Force
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-29-2004)
What They SayThe gorgeous, supernaturally powered Alicia has been kidnapped by demons, enslaved for their unspeakably perverted pleasures. Her only hope for survival: A team of busty barbarians known as the F-Force!The Review!Set in a fantasy type world, ... Yu Yu Hakusho Vol. #08: Dark Tournament
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-16-2002)
What They SayToguro Returns
Life for these teens refuses to settle down, as Spirit World makes a chilling discovery. The Toguro Brothers faked defeat during Yusuke’s last case, in an elaborate plan by the trillionaire Sakyou. Now Toguro will hit Yus... Space Pirate Mito Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 12-08-2002)
What They SayHonor thy firepower and mother.
Mito isn\'t just another space pirate, she\'s a three foot tall childlike alien with enough guts to outshine a supernova. She\'s known as the galaxy\'s most dangerous pirate, a wanted criminal who destroys a ... Lupin the Third: Return of the Magician (Sat 05-11-2002)
What They SayThirty years have passed since the pilot for Lupin the Third premiered on Japanese television. Now, an all-new movie based on the classic series has arrived. Lupin is after the seven \"Crystals of the Planet\", crystals that have mysterious...Betterman Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 04-30-2002)
What They SayA deadly virus has attacked humanity with vicious intent! At the forefront of the battle is the enigmatic Akamatsu Industries – Disguised as a heavy machine factory in Tokyo, this clandestine organization uses neural enhanced weapons kn... Otaku no Video
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-17-2002)
What They SayThis is Gainax having a good deal of fun at their own expense. It details a \"fictional\" company and its meteoric rise intercut with pseudo interviews. It\'s way more fun than it has any right to be, and at other times, almost touching. A gr... eX-Driver Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 11-10-2002)
What They SayLorna and Lisa ride again!
In the near future, automated cars are standard, and most citizens don\'t even know how to drive. The éX-Drivers were created to stop malfunctioning AI cars, but their latest threat is something new. An unknown t... Mobile Suit Gundam Vol. #08
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)
What They SayUniversal Century 0079. the White Base is still a target for the Zeon forces, as a renegade soldier attacks. Meanwhile, Char is planning an attack of his own, and Dozul Zabi has set up another attack to expose Char as incompetent. While searc... Dragon Ball: Red Ribbon Army Saga
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-27-2004)
What They SayContains the entire Red Ribbon Saga on DVD!
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as Goku begins his search for the mystical Dragon Balls! But - his quest quickly turns into more than he ever bargained for. Goku soon finds himself facin... Starblazers Movie 2: Farewell Space Battleship Yamato (Sat 01-04-2003)
What They SayThe darkest chapter in the Yamato saga! Earth has been revived from its near-destruction at the hands of Gamillon, but now a new danger appears at the edge of the Milky Way, and the crew of the Space Battleship Yamato must reunite to confort...Love Hina Spring Special
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-19-2003)
What They SayKeitaro, Naru, and Mutsuki are about to take the Tokyo University entrance exams again. Everyone is hopeful and in high spirits, but Keitaro falls asleep during the test!
Fearing the prospect of failing yet again, Keitaro runs away where his ... Animated Classics of Japanese Literature: Botchan Parts 1&2/Student Days
by Luis Cruz (Wed 01-04-2006)
What They SayBotchan: Parts 1 & 2 by Soseki Natsume
The new teacher Botchan has arrived, and he challenges students and peers alike in one hilarious situation after another!
Student Days by Kume Masao
Young Kenkichi is determined to enter a prestigiou... You're Under Arrest Vol. #03
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 10-27-2002)
What They SayThe Review!
Audio:
For our primary viewing session, we listened to this disc in its original language of Japanese. And then promptly rewatched it in English. Both tracks are pretty standard stereo mixes with some good moments of directionalit... Fancy Lala Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 09-05-2002)
What They SayWhen junior high school girl Miho is given the power to transform herself into the pop star, Lala – the world had better watch out! Life can be pretty scary as a star, but Miho can handle it – boys, concerts, and shopping! What mo... In The Shadows
by Captain Gordon Edward (Sat 05-26-2007)
Welcome to the Countdown where every now and then you can be surprised by the article's good looks, but stay with it because of its personality. This week we got just what I have been wanting and that is plenty of games. Along with those game though are p... "Jericho: Semper Fidelis"
by Stephen Lackey (Sat 03-17-2007)
This week the U.S. Marines show up in Jericho promising a reunification of the country, a won war, and electricity and supplies on the way. There’s a lot of celebration and fanfare but it’s obviously all too easy for a series based on... Get ready for Horrorfest on March 27th!
by Karl Schneider (Tue 03-20-2007)
Horrorfest, the weekend of horror that brought films which were too graphic or disturbing for general audiences to theaters, is set to land on DVD shelves March 27.All but one of the Horrorfest DVDs come out on March 27th and there is also a DVD set avail... "Primeval" Contest Winners
by Karl Schneider (Mon 02-26-2007)
Mania is happy to announce the close of a recent contest for a Primeval Horror DVD bundle. The winners are:MartaTWorfPhillipTonyaScottPrimeval is set in one of the most remote places on earth where a bloodthirsty serial killer has claimed over 300 v... More Genre Goodness on the Way
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 02-25-2007)
Super Heroes, science fiction, and horror are all the rage these days, and that’s a really good thing. More networks are picking up new shows within our genres of choice than ever before. I thought I’d take a look at some of the... "Lost: Stranger in a Strange Land"
by STEPHEN LACKEY (Fri 02-23-2007)
I’ve been complaining lately that the marketing campaign for Heroes over-hyped the episodes to a degree that while the episodes were good, they were underwhelming due to the promises of the promotions. Well, now Heroes and LOST have anothe... Ivana Baquero joins "The New Daughter"
by Karl Schneider (Fri 04-27-2007)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Ivana Baquero has signed on to star in the upcoming film, The New Daughter.The film, written by John Travis and based on a short story from John Connolly, follows a single dad who has moved his two children to a remote... Heroes: Landslide
by Stephen Lackey (Wed 05-16-2007)
Why do I bother reviewing this series each week? I’m starting to run out of ways to say “this episode was awesome!” The endgame is afoot and those that have played out their parts are being whittled away. There were three ... Ghost Rider!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-12-2007)
In anticipation of the upcoming comedy Evan Almighty starring Steve Carell, DotComedy has provided our Prize Closet with Carell DVDs to give away! One lucky Maniac will receive The 40-Year-Old Virgin, The Office Season 1 and The Office Season 2. To... Summer Camp!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 06-26-2007)
Has the DVD marketplace reached a saturation point? With the two Hi-Def DVD formats struggling to make their way into your homes, it’s no wonder they’re having trouble making progress. We’re already swimming in product! Labels are p... THE ABANDONED
by Tim Janson (Tue 06-12-2007)
There are a few things that set “The Abandoned” apart from the other films in the After Dark Horrorfest series…First, there are no recognizable names in the cast. Big or small, most of the films had at least a couple of recognizabl... 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... Gad Guard Vol. #1 (also w/Limited Edition Box)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-07-2004)
What They SayMany people have searched for it, many have stolen it, and many will kill for it. The Gad is a seemingly magical stone that, once making a strong spiritual connection with someone, will grow into a very powerful robot known as a Techode: a me... A Question of Taste
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 01-31-2007)
Greetings Maniacs, and welcome to another rip-roaring Comicscape adventure! Last week’s column about the comic book industry’s slow progression towards mainstream culture garnered very little mail. But, of the couple of letters ... Solty language
by Brian Thomas (Sat 01-20-2007)
Now both animation innovators Joseph Barbera and his partner William Hanna are dead, and last week a key creative force in their studio followed them into the Great Beyond. January 15 marked the passing of Iwao Takamoto, a character designer responsib... Lost In Evisceration
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 10-12-2006)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS Steve Jablonsky reprises his dark ambiances from the 2003 remake of THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE with an equally brooding and disconsolate score for THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE: THE BEGINNING. Directed by Jonathan Liebesman (DA... Marvel Encyclopedia, Yarbro, Elliott, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-17-2006)
Literary works from a handful of star-studded authors grace the shelves today along with a bitchin' new comprehensive Marvel guide in this week's buzz of science fiction, fantasy, and horror bookstuffs. Tor Books dominates this week's releases with a bit ... COMICS, SEXUALITY, AND THE PUBLIC LIBRARY
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 10-11-2006)
Tonight, at 7:00 p.m. Central time, the Marshall Public Library Board of Trustees will convene to vote on whether or not to remove two graphic novels from their shelves BLANKETS by Craig Thompson and FUN HOME by Alison Bechdel. Louise Mills, a resident ... Reason Pictures goes Teen Brainwashing
by Karl Schneider (Tue 10-10-2006)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Reason Pictures has acquired the rights to an untitled Teen Brainwashing project after hearing a pitch from writers Kevin Walsh and Gotham Chopra.The story revolves around a group of troubled high school students who a... USPS-DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 10-10-2006)
While visiting my local Post Office to send out packages from our Prize Closetr recently, I was surprised to find a new item available at the counter. DVDs! The U.S. Postal Inspection Service produced a series of public service films in the style of TV cr... Flash Gordon Forward
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Sun 11-26-2006)
Now with Black Friday just behind us, even though only by a day, it seems that things have slowed down to a crawl. Indeed this is the fallout of the console wars, but luckily there are a few games that interesting enough. I hope Thanksgiving was good ... "Mr. Stain on Junk Alley"
by John Sinnott (Wed 11-29-2006)
FUNimation has been including episodes of Mr. Stain on Junk Alley on many of their DVD releases that came out in late 2005 and early 2006. These short comedy bits played really well and were a great extra to include on discs. If you enjoye... UK’s TORCHWOOD blazes into bookshelves
by Karl Schneider (Tue 01-16-2007)
Devil’s Due Publishing releases a boxed set of R.A. Salvatore’s most beloved fantasy tales, individual SF and fantasy ‘best of’ anthologies get the 2006 treatment under Wildside Press, and BBC Books releases their first literary... "Primeval" Horror Movie Giveaway
by Karl Schneider (Wed 01-03-2007)
Mania is happy to announce our newest contest, a giveaway of 5 DVD bundles containing all your favorite serial killers in one UPS package! Silence of the Lambs? Check. Saw? Check. Seven? Check. Texas Chainsaw Mass... Trailer for "Primeval" Online
by Karl Schneider (Fri 12-08-2006)
The new trailer for the upcoming horror/thriller Primeval has made it's way online via Apple.You can find it here.The film's synopsis reads: In one of the most remote places on earth, a bloodthirsty serial killer has claimed over 300 victims, and is... Metal and Meat
by Janet Houck (Thu 12-07-2006)
It’s a fact. Most anime fans are sci-fi fans as well. Besides anime conventions growing out of sci-fi conventions, sci-fi fans are just more open-minded than the rest of humanity. They’re more willing to give a TV show an episode or two bef... On the Lot: The Comedies
by Stephen Lackey (Thu 06-28-2007)
So, every week they have to change something in this series about how the director that received the least votes gets eliminated. This week rather than announce the eliminated director at the first of the episode, they do it at a breakfast meet up of... Melissa George CAPTIVE By Horror
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 07-20-2007)
Actress Melissa George seems to be getting comfortable with the horror genre. According to Moviehole, the actress has been cast to lead a new horror film on the way titled CAPTIVE.
Plot Summary: The happily married mother of a 6 year old boy, Jaime Tayl... Return to Lovecraftian Horror
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 01-07-2008)
The New Year is officially here, and with it a new crop of science fiction, fantasy, and horror literature is beginning to spring up from the fertile minds of genre authors everywhere. But though 2008 is the year of the new, some authors from the past, ... One Comicscape, Many Subjects
by Kurt Amacker, Columnist (Wed 01-16-2008)
Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to another dive into the shallow end of Comicscape! Last week’s none-too-scientific analysis of the many 1990s throwbacks plaguing the industry generated a lot of comments, but little mail. I intended to run... 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... Fun with Retconning
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 12-19-2007)
Greeting, Maniacs, and welcome to another fun-filled ride into the gaping maw of Comicscape. I’ve listened in at various corners of the World Wide Web, where the cool kids hang out. While smoking their Camels cigarettes and wearing their b... 10,000 B.C
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 12-15-2007)
Release Date: March 7, 2008 Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures Director: Roland Emmerich Screenwriter: Roland Emmerich, Harald Kloser Cast: Steven Strait, Camilla Belle, Cliff Curtis, Omar Sharif, Tim Barlow, Marco Khan, Reece Ritchie, Mo Zinal, Mona Hamm... UNEARTHED
by Tim Janson (Sat 03-22-2008)
After watching three of this year’s After Dark Horrorfest films it’s very apparent that this year’s batch is a few cuts below last year’s and Unearthed does nothing to raise the grade. An archaeological dig in a remote New Me... DVD Shopping Bag: TWISTER, on the Small Screen
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 05-13-2008)
In the summer of 1996 Maniacs (though then we might have been called Cinescapers) around the world eagerly awaited Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich’s “big” summer movie, Independence Day. While the hype was building there were, of course,... McG Updates Blog for TERMINATOR
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 06-04-2008)
Director McG is getting production into full gear for the first installment of the new Terminator Salvation trilogy, the first one being called Terminator Salvation: The Future Begins. With his first entry into a new official blog a few weeks ago, he gave... Book Buzz: A New Skin for the God Emperor of Dune
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-23-2008)
In the midst of preproduction announcements on Paramount’s and Peter Berg’s upcoming Dune remake, Frank Herbert’s God Emperor of Dune is getting the audiobook treatment from Macmillan Audio. Read by Simon Vance, Scott Brick and Katherine... New Horror Clip for STRANGERS
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 05-28-2008)
Would you like to see actress Liv Tyler sporting a big ass knife and running for her life from some psychopaths? Well, if you said "yes", Yahoo Movies has revealed a new clip of next weekend's thriller The Strangers for your viewing enjoyment. T... Mania on this Day: Spike Sacrifices, Lohan Madness & Indy Fact-Checking
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 05-24-2008)
Hey fellow Maniacs and welcome to the second edition Mania Time Warp! This is the place where you can kick off your shoes, relax on your Saturday afternoon, and travel back in time with us to see the history of the realm of Mania on this day 1, 3, and 5 y... 23.5 Degrees Movie Review: Bloodline---The Movie
by Jason Rhodes (Sat 05-24-2008)
Sidestepping inconvenient historical details and unburdened by factual evidence, director Bruce Burgess, whose prior directorial masterpieces include Dreamland: Area 51, The Bermuda Triangle Solved? and Bigfootville, takes a running le... Science of Sci-Fi
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 12-10-2007)
Though largely neglected in the past, the link between science fiction and technological development is an important one; one that spurs scientific discovery and connects the world of grounded truth with the realm of infinite possibility. The pulp magazin... Kingsley Plays Doctor in SHUTTER ISLAND
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 12-04-2007)
Sir Ben Kingsley has joined the cast for Martin Scorsese's upcoming SHUTTER ISLAND, based on the Dennis Lehane novel. Variety reports the actor joining Leonardo Dicaprio and Mark Ruffalo in the period thriller. Scorsese will be helming the film from a scr... Beware THE MIST
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-01-2007)
It seems only fitting to talk about Stephen King in the first Book Buzz column of October. Turned 60 last month, the American horror guru has written over 50 bestselling novels and won countless literary awards. His patented brand of disturbing, psycholog... BIONIC WOMAN: Paradise Lost
by Stephen Lackey (Fri 10-05-2007)
So, this is week two of Bionic Woman, I didn’t get a chance to review the premiere, but I did watch it from my DVR and to sum it up, Katee Sackhoff owns every scene she’s in and she makes Michelle Ryan’s shortcomings as an actress b... What Will You Watch?
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 09-30-2007)
There are still a few shows coming here and there, but for the most part the big fall premieres arrived last week. Which new series will you stay with beyond the pilots? I saw several new programs I liked but overall I will say that I didn&rsquo... Don Murphy Leads WE3 Adaptation
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 08-13-2007)
Edward Douglas talked to producer, Don Murphy, about his upcoming action thriller SHOOT 'EM UP which stars Clive Owen as a gunman forced to defend a helpless baby from a mob of assassins. In the interview, a couple of things were revealed (including spoil... John Moore Adapts VIRULENTS Comic
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 08-07-2007)
Another horror comic on the way? Yesterday, we learned that DARKCHYDLE was being adapted to the big screen. Today, we learn from Variety that an adaptation of the "zombie vampire" comic, VIRULENTS, is also being prepped. Fox has selected John Mo... Inside Star Trek Academy
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-15-2007)
With lots of half-truths, rumors, and continuous buzz surrounding Abrams’ rendition of the upcoming STAR TREK XI film, can William Shatner himself provide us with some possible clues to the plot of his on-screen Starfleet origins?
Hello Man... Closer and Dexter Play the GAME
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 10-19-2007)
Michael C. Hall ("Dexter") and Kyra Sedgwick ("The Closer") have joined Gerard Butler in a futuristic thriller titled the GAME. The film being produced by Lakeshore Entertainment was written and will be directed by Mark ... Cyber Monday and the New Amazon Kindle
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 11-26-2007)
With Thanksgiving already a few days cold, the holiday season (along with all of its consumer-driven trappings) has officially arrived and though economists predict lean shopping numbers for the end of this year, you wouldn’t know it by the sheer vo... Fox Adjusts 08 Lineup, 24 Postponed
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-08-2007)
With the WGA strike under way and reports of both sides digging their heels into trenches well into the 2008 year, Fox Television has adjusted their lineups for the coming season. Some canned shows will air on different days while others are being po... Harrelson Finds THE OTHER SIDE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-01-2007)
Woody Harrelson has joined Giovanni Ribisi and Jason Lee in the upcoming comedic-fantasy adventure THE OTHER SIDE, says the Hollywood Reporter. Katie Holmes is also in talks to join the trio for writer-director David Michaels & Myriad Pictures. The fi... DiCaprio, Scorsese Reunite For ISLAND
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 10-23-2007)
While the first pairing (Gangs of New York) of the two didn't produce any awards, the last teamwork did give Martin Scorsese that long awaited statue for The Departed. This time around, they're joining together to adapt a Dennis Lehane thriller calle... Spirited Away R2 Release (Fri 04-05-2002)
Natsume Maya has posted some very interesting new information to the forum this afternoon regarding the Japanese release of Spirited Away: Buena Vista has announced that Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi will be released on DVD in the (northern) summer. The D...Macross Vol. #4
by J.J. Matthews (Tue 08-01-2006)
What They SayBetrayed by the military of their own planet, the crew of the Macross find themselves trapped on the Earth, unable to evacuate their civilian passengers even as the Zentradi attacks continue to rain down from the skies. In the air, a new ri... Rurouni Kenshin: Reflection
by Zubin Kumana (Thu 06-05-2003)
The Review!The final chapter in the Rurouni Kenshin story, Samurai X: Reflection (aka Rurouni Kenshin: Seisouhen) has been released here in America by ADV. This two-part OVA brings an end and a sense of completion to the story that has engaged fans acros... Geobreeders (1) Vol.#04
by Mike Dungan (Wed 04-28-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Akihiro ItoTranslated by:Laura Jackson and Yoko KobayashiAdapted by:What They SayThe ongoing feud between KAGURA SECURITY and the PHANTOM CATS bas been legendary, but the stakes are raised even higher when one of our heroes is... Ninja Scroll
by John Robinson (Sat 01-11-2003)
The Review!Content: when I first began to research this anime on the web, I (being a major fan of ninjas and anime) was left quaking in my boots. I can certainly say that as a film, it\'s a great piece of work. In fact, there were only two reasons I didn\... Mobile Suit Gundam Vol. #03
by andrew (Wed 10-15-2003)
The Review!At the end of the last DVD, we witness the fall of Garma. With this DVD, we get to start seeing more of Zeon society and we begin the Ramba Ral arc. This DVD seems to be more of a transition period in the series.
Audio:
With this DVD, it is c... GTO Vol. #01
by Zubin Kumana (Sun 03-24-2002)
The Review!Some day, someone will read this review (I'm serious). And when they do, they will realize that they have made a mistake. That mistake will be that they had never given a chance to what may well be heralded as the best new release of 2002. A... Neon Genesis Evangelion Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 07-28-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Sadamoto Yoshiyuki/GainaxTranslated by:Lillian OlsenAdapted by:What They Sayshe gave me fruit of the tree, and I ate
The front line is everywhere in Shinji's life; in a darkened room... on a schooltop roof... across the battle... R2 Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sun 08-01-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hakoda MakiTranslated by:Amy ForsythAdapted by:What They SayOnce people turned to the sapphire heavens to fulfill their dreams. But their thirst for power turned the dreams to nightmares, and the people were driven to the brin... Blood the Last Vampire Vol.#01 - Night of the Beasts
by Greg Hackmann (Thu 03-13-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Mamoru Oshii / Katsuya TeradaTranslated by:Camella NiehAdapted by:What They SayAt Yokota Base in Japan, American soldiers stand guard at the brink of the Vietnam War. Although they fear the enemy outside their base, an even mo... Real Fake Princess Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Tue 07-04-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:I-HuanTranslated by:Yun ZhaoAdapted by:What They SayIt is the end of the great Tang Dynasty. China is in violent chaos due to the infamous Jin Kang Rebellion. Fearing the inevitable destruction, Concubine Liu tearfully entrust... 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... Project Arms Vol.#02
by Jarred Pine (Tue 03-22-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ryoji Minagawa and Kyoichi NanatsukiTranslated by:Katy BridgesAdapted by:What They SayWhen Ryo and Hayato find out that the third ARMs kid is Takashi Tomoe, the new transfer student at their school, the mysterious Egrigori org... Bride of Deimos Vol.#01
by Mike Dungan (Tue 11-23-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Story: Etsuko Ikeda / Art: Yuho AshibeTranslated by:Sahe KawaharaAdapted by:What They SayThis is a dark and brooding yet tantalizing anthology filled with passion, mystery, despair and one lovesick Demon. Long ago, a brother a... Tenchi Muyo Ultimate Edition
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!This review will be different from my "Tenchi in Tokyo" reviews. When I write my "Tenchi in Tokyo" reviews, it's within a few hours of seeing the episodes for the first time, so I'm recording my initial impressions. I first saw the "Tenchi Muyo... Tenchi in Tokyo Vol. #5
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!I think that this is the third belated "Tenchi in Tokyo" review that I've done. I seem to remember that Volume 3 was delayed by several months last spring, and then I had just left on vacation when Volume 4 arrived in my mailbox (in Pincourt, Q... Kyo Kara Maoh! Season 2 Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-02-2008)
What They SayIn order to separate Yuri from Wolfram, Stoffel introduces an eligible girl for Yuri to marry! But the bride-to-be shocks everyone by claiming she is really Wolfram\'s fiancee and she challenges Yuri to a duel. Then, Dunheely Weller\'s past i... Burn Up W
by Abraham Chinchilla Jr (Tue 02-05-2002)
The Review!This series was pretty great. I had not seen it before on VHS, nor did I see the original Burn-Up, but I gave this title a try anyways. I wasn't too happy about the DVD and I have even began thinking about buying the dubbed VHS to compare the v... Sasami Season 1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-18-2008)
Magical girls and boys are beginning to appear all over the world and one of the more powerful one appears to be a cute cooking girl named Sasami… What They SaySasami has an amazing secret: magic courses through her veins! But the... Zegapain Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 06-06-2008)
What They SayThe Oceanus is rife with paranoia in the aftermath of Sin\'s boarding
them. Now somebody has leaked the location of the Maihama server to the enemy, and Shizuno is the obvious suspect. But as more and more secrets are revealed, it\'s clear th... FLCL Vol. #1 (Tue 04-08-2008)
What They SayThis rock \'n\'roll anime combines aliens with the pains of adolescence. 12 year-old Naota\'s brother has just left Japan for the US to play baseball. Before long, two girls are vying for his attention--his brother\'s girlfriend and Haruhara ...Angel Links Vol. #2
by Roman Martel (Wed 02-06-2002)
The Review!Overall Rating: 3.5
(on a scale of 1-5)
-Technical Ratings-
Sound: 5
Picture: 5
Menu: 4
Presentation: 4
Goodies: 4
Overall: 4.2
-Content Ratings-
Animation: 4
Sound: 4
Plot: 2
English Acting: 2
Music: 3
Entertainment: 2
Overall: 2.8
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