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"Town of Evening Calm, Country of Cherry Blossoms"
by Nadia Oxford (Sun 04-22-2007)
... story of Town of Evening Calm, Country of Cherry Blossoms, is based around the silence from the hibakusha -- the survivors of the atomic bomb and their descendents.
The manga begins in 1955, ten years after Little Boy is dropped on Hiroshima... Six Month Roundup
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 08-23-2007)
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Town of Evening Calm, Country of Cherry Blossoms by Fumiyo Kouno -- It doesn't matter if you're a man or a woman, a manga fan or non-fan, or a dog on fire; you must read Town of Evening Calm, Country of Cherry Blossoms. The story narrat... Lights Out (aka: An Evening Something Wonderful May Happen) Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Thu 09-29-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Myung-Jin LeeTranslated by:Ellen ChoiAdapted by:What They SayGun has always been a problem kid, but after a tearful plea from his mom, he decides to turn over a new leaf. Vowing to abandon fighting and troublemaking, Gun trans... 
Haibane Renmei Vol. #1
by Kim Wolstenholme (Wed 04-27-2005)
What They SayA dream of falling from the sky... and then birth. Rakka is born from a large cocoon into the Old Home, greeted by a group of females with small wings on their backs and shining halos above their heads. Soon Rakka\'s own wings grow, a halo is... FANTASTIC FOUR: BIG TOWN
by James Busbee (Wed 11-08-2000)
This is a tale of two Big Towns. Fantastic Four: Big Town, the much-talked about four-issue mini-series, tells the story of a world where the advanced technology of Marvel’s superheroes has filtered down to the street-level everyday society. But in recent... OPEN SEASON
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 09-29-2006)
At this point in the 2005-2006 proceedings, viewers can be forgiven if a lot of CGI animated films with talking animals adapting to human civilization and/or nature (MADAGASCAR, THE WILD, OVER THE HEDGE, THE ANT BULLY and BARNYARD, to name the ones that c... I\'s Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 12-19-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Katsura MasakazuTranslated by:Joe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayOCTOBER 3RD
Ichitaka’s birthday is around the corner, and there’s only one thing he wants: his beloved Iori – wearing nothing but a ribbon an... Melody of Oblivion Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-17-2005)
What They SayIs the saving of innocent lives a worthy cause when everyone else condemns you for the act? This burden weighs on Bocca\'s heart as he continues his fight against Midnight Hiyoko. But who is the real enemy? Later Bocca and Sayoko arrive at a ... MURDER IN SMALL TOWN X: REAL OR MEMOREX?
by Scott Collura (Tue 08-07-2001)
When the Fox show MURDER IN SMALL TOWN X made its debut two weeks ago, one had to wonder how much further television could stretch the "reality TV" trend. With the ultra-popular SURVIVOR only popping up for a couple of months here or there, BIG BROTHER ha... MURDER IN SMALL TOWN X
by Scott Collura (Wed 07-25-2001)
I'll admit it: I love SURVIVOR. I'm not proud of it, no. But they do say the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem. So, yes, I have spent many a wasted hour entranced by the adventures of Rudy, Richard, Colleen, and every other nobody who... Imma Youjo: The Erotic Temptress Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-07-2007)
What They SayMaya: unspeakably beautiful, her body drives men insane with desire. Wherever she goes, chaos erupts just for a chance to touch her sensuous body and experience true ecstasy...
In this first volume, Maya becomes the latest plaything for the ... Imma Youjo Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayThroughout history, an elemental force roams the world, bringing death and destruction. Upon seeing her, men and women willingly bring down their societies for just a few moments of contact with her body. She exists only to destroy and legend... Picture Pages
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 06-14-2007)
...foot Gen, Town of Evening Calm, Country of Cherry Blossoms or Maus? It seems strange, but hearing about one person's experiences can be far more jarring than reading a neutral-toned body count in the morning paper. Reading the right manga or comic at a... ANIMAL CROSSING
by James Stevenson (Sat 09-28-2002)
Nintendo has a talent for bringing odd, wildly addictive, insanely fun (some might argue cute) games for all audiences to the GameCube. ANIMAL CROSSING is the newest game in this tradition, and can best be defined as a "communication game".You're off... Invasion’s Back…In Pog Form!
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-02-2007)
Nearly 52 years after the book’s initial release, Jack Finney’s SF classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers makes its way onto audio format just in time for the summer holidays.
Happy belated Canada Day all you Maniac readers and welcom... HIGHLANDER THE SERIES: AN EVENING AT JOE'S
by Abbie Bernstein (Tue 09-25-2001)
TV tie-in books are not exactly a novelty. However, HIGHLANDER THE SERIES: AN EVENING AT JOE'S would seem to be breaking new ground by including only writers who worked in some capacity either as cast, creative staff or technical crew on the series that... Alfred Gough on Smallville
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 12-14-2001)
KryptonSite.com
recently interviewed Smallville producer Alfred Gough. The
producer commented on a number of aspects of the show including the "freak
of the week" syndrome, in which young Clark battles a new,
kryptonite-infected super-citi... SMALLVILLE Episode Pix
by Frank Kurtz (Wed 11-07-2001)
The WB TV network has released images from the coming November 13th episode of SMALLVILLE, titled "Cool."In its story, Clark (Tom Welling) has a chance at an evening out on the town with Lana (Kristin Kreuk) thanks to Lex's (Michael Rosenbaum) matchmaking... Wayne’s World
by Brian Thomas (Tue 05-08-2007)
Wow, this is one of those week’s when the column is just loaded. Onward!
SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK
This month is definitely John Wayne month, with several packages being released in honor of the 100th anniversary of his birth over the next few ... SMALLVILLE Episode Details
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-29-2001)
The WB has released information about the coming November 13th episode of SMALLVILLE, titled "Cool."Clark (Tom Welling) has a chance at an evening out on the town with Lana (Kristin Kreuk) thanks to Lex's (Michael Rosenbaum) matchmaking, but the evening i... Miami Guns Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-01-2004)
What They SaySpoiled rich girl Yao Sakurakouji decides to join the Miami police force to enjoy car chases, gunfights and wanton destruction. The psychotic and not-too-bright Yao is partnered with Lu Amano, the soft-spoken and sharp-tongued daughter of the... Saiyuki Vol. #11
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-15-2004)
What They SayFree from the restrictions of Heaven, Homura and his team of dissenters have indulged in a little fun at the expense of Sanzo and crew. Now they\'ve decided to get serious about stealing the founding scriptures of Heaven and Earth. Homura pro... ADV Manga Announces July Titles (Sat 05-29-2004)
HOUSTON, May 28, 2004?ADV Manga today announced its July 2004 street dates. Included in the lineup are new titles: Apocalypse Meow, Jinki: Extend, Gadirok and The Boss. Apocalypse Meow, Volume 1 of 3 Yes, you read that right. Apocalypse Meow is a manga...On the Information Superhighway to Hell
by Denise Dumars (Fri 10-20-2000)
The closer it gets to Halloween, the hotter it gets here in SoCal. Is it the famed Santa Ana winds, or something else entirely? Clever segue here to our first title: The 13th Element, by science writer John Emsley, which seems an appropriate title for thi... Comicscape - July 7, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Thu 07-07-2005)
If you hadn't caught on yet, COMICSCAPE didn't run yesterday because of the Fourth of July holiday. As UPS doesn't deliver on federal holidays, the new comics didn't hit the shops until today. I hope everyone had a happy holiday and didn't lose any finger... HALLOWEEN: Cast and Crew Reunion at American Cinematheque
by Steve Ryfle (Thu 10-19-2000)
It`s been 22 years since Michael Myers broke out of the loony bin, commandeered a government vehicle and then terrorized his hometown of Haddonfield, Illinois, but the trail of dead bodies left in his wake is pretty easy to follow. Without John Carpenter`... THE SIMPSONS: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON
by Proce MacDougal (Tue 09-25-2001)
Having already set the standard for television series on DVD with their X-FILES season-by-season box sets, Fox has upped the ante with their latest digital foray into TV: THE SIMPSONS: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON box set. The collection follows the X-FILES ... Oscar Winner Hillary Swank
by Michael Beeler (Wed 03-22-2000)
There is a new Cinderella in Hollywoodland. She comes from the bargain basement realm of low budget horror flicks, cheesy action pics and what many considered forgettable television venues. She has labored there largely unnoticed for over ten years. But t... MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: John Woo, Part 2
by Craig D. Reid (Thu 06-08-2000)
In Part One of my interview with the diplomatic John Woo, the Hong Kong director extraordinaire discussed the premise behind his next film WIND TALKER, a movie he calls his `dream project,` and talked at length about MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 2, based on the sho... Batman Begins
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 02-28-2005)
Genre:Action/Comic Book Adaptation/Sequel.Studio:Warner Brothers.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Released.Who's In It:Christian Bale (Bruce Wayne/"Batman"); Michael Caine (Alfred); Katie Holmes (Rachel); Liam Neeson (Henri Ducard); Morgan Freeman... Fight Club
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 05-26-2005)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS Despite being a huge fan and collector of Asian action films for many years, I was totally unprepared for the zany incredulosity that is KUNG FU HUSTLE. An absolutely mind-boggling mix of action and comedy, kung-fu and wire-fu ... The Calm Before The Storm
by Matt Kamen (Wed 12-06-2006)
Don't you just get sick of the run up to Christmas (or Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or insert-festival-here?) The pressure to buy ever more extravagant gifts year on year, the ceaseless commercialism of the season, the inescapable torrent of advertising? The fac... ADV Manga Announces July Titles (Sat 05-29-2004)
HOUSTON, May 28, 2004?ADV Manga today announced its July 2004 street dates. Included in the lineup are new titles: Apocalypse Meow, Jinki: Extend, Gadirok and The Boss. Apocalypse Meow, Volume 1 of 3 Yes, you read that right. Apocalypse Meow is a manga...Aya Again - All Reports
by Paul Jacques (Fri 10-31-2003)
Day 1
The day started bright and sunny. The alarm beeped me awake and I gracefully slipped from the bed, had a shower and ate some breakfast. Whereupon I nonchalantly walked to my car and put in my already prepared bags (with everything I would need) into... Editing HIGHLANDER THE SERIES: AN EVENING AT JOE'S
by Abbie Bernstein (Thu 09-27-2001)
Horvath and fellow HIGHLANDER staffer Lettow both felt the impulse to write their own follow-ups to the B story in the episode "Timeless," which had the 5,000-year-old Methos courting dying mortal Alexa Bond. The results can be found in "Postcards From Al... Book Buzz: Old Man's War Revisited
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-18-2008)
Although John Scalzi’s original Old Man’s War novel got served by Robert Wilson’s Spin in the 2006 Hugo competition for Best Novel, the online blogger turned sci-fi master snagged his first silver rocket as 2008’s Best Fan Writer, ... Aya Again 2003
by Paul Jacques (Wed 11-05-2003)
Chronicles of an AoD Senshi
Day 1
The day started bright and sunny. The alarm beeped me awake and I gracefully slipped from the bed, had a shower and ate some breakfast. Whereupon I nonchalantly walked to my car and put in my already prepared bags (with ... Vampire Hunter D (novels) Vol.#01
by Justin Rich (Wed 06-29-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Writer: Hideyuki Kikuchi & Artist: Yoshitaka AmanoTranslated by:Kevin LeahyAdapted by:What They SayIt is the year 12,090 A.D. The world has ended, ravaged in the firestorm of man’s wars and madness. But from the wreckage... Yu Yu Hakusho Vol. #01: Yusuke Lost, Yusuke Found
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 04-20-2002)
What They SayContains:
Surprised To Be Dead
Fourteen-year-old Yusuke Urameshi is having a typical day. He\'s cutting class at school, having arguments with his teachers, and getting into fistfights with his rival Kuwabara. Hey - when you\'re the toughest... King of Bandit Jing Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 07-12-2003)
What They SayHide your coin pouches! No priceless bauble or exquisite jewel is safe from the leering eyes and stealthy hands of Jing, the King of Bandits. With a heart of gold and a wisecracking, girl-crazy bird sidekick, Jing steals his way through one e... Ghost Stories Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 10-15-2005)
What They SayWhen nearby construction disturbs a spiritual resting place, kids aren’t the only ones starting classes at this school. And that means it’s up to a scruffy band of young ghostbusters to expel their satanic schoolmates before every... David Arquette Is Bugged
by Marc Shapiro (Wed 07-17-2002)
David Arquette is usually pretty cavalier when it comes to going after roles. But he was literally foaming at the mouth after he read the script for the giant spider invasion movie EIGHT LEGGED FREAKS."I was like 'I've got to do it,'" he recalls. "I calle... Elfman Unchained
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 10-05-2006)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS Danny Elfman's first orchestral composition written for the concert hall, Serenada Schizophrenia, has been released this week by Sony Classical. The piece received its world premiere on February 23, 2005 at New York's famed C... MAN FROM EARTH
by Tim Janson (Sat 11-17-2007)
A history professor gathers several of his esteemed colleagues together for a going away party at his remote cabin. His friends are all curious and concerned why he is suddenly packing up and leaving. This begins a mesmerizing 90 minute film tha... Editing HIGHLANDER THE SERIES: AN EVENING AT JOE'S
by Abbie Bernstein (Tue 09-25-2001)
Anybody who's been to a bookstore knows that the science fiction and fantasy shelves aren't hurting for a lack of media tie-ins. STAR TREK and STAR WARS have their own sections, while relatively new whippersnappers like THE X-FILES and BUFFY THE VAMPIRE S... AN EVENING WITH KEVIN SMITH
by Tony Whitt (Mon 03-31-2003)
My initial reaction upon seeing the two-disc set AN EVENING WITH KEVIN SMITH at my local Blockbuster was probably the same as that of a lot of people who know nothing about the actor-director-comic book writer: "An evening wasted with Kevin Smith, more li... My Thoughts on 30 DAYS OF NIGHT
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 10-24-2007)
Last Friday, five years after Sam Raimi’s Ghost House purchased the film rights to Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith’s three-issue IDW miniseries, 30 Days of Night, the movie hit theaters and destroyed its box office competition. With a tal... Madlax OST Vol. #1
by Lauren Goodnight (Fri 05-06-2005)
What They SayComposer virtuoso Yuki Kajiura (NOIR, .hack//SIGN, Petite Cossette, Gundam Seed) absolutely stuns her listeners with a deep, driving soundtrack filled with exotic instruments that punctuate moments of beautiful moods and contrasting tragedy. ... Tsubasa Vol. #3
by Bryan Morton (Thu 01-31-2008)
What They SayIn the midst of a quest that may well be endless, Syaoran and his companions seek to help those they encounter along the way. After planting the seed of revolution among an oppressed populace, the heroes travel to a new world - a snow-covere... THE LOST BOYS
by Brian Thomas (Fri 08-13-2004)
Warner Bros. follows up on last year's DVD release of this title with this two-disc special edition, which ought to be everything you'd ever want in a LOST BOYS DVD. Both a commercial and critical success on its release in 1987, the film has gone on to be... ADV Films UK January 2004 Announcements (Tue 12-16-2003)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR GAMERA: ATTACK OF LEGION HE?S TOUGH. HE?S TALL. HE?S A 200-FOOT FLYING TURTLE! SECOND FEATURE-LENGTH VOLUME OF LEGENDARY GAMERA TRILOGY TO BE AVAILABLE 19th JANUARY 2004 LONDON, UK, 15th Decemb...Urusei Yatsura Review (-)
Urusei Yatsura (Those Obnoxious Aliens) Urusei Yatsura was an extremely popular manga and anime series that ran in Japan in the early 80s. This anime spans 195 TV episodes, 11 OVAs and 6 movies that are currently being released on DVD in North Amer...King of Bandit Jing Vol. #1
by Dani Moure (Mon 01-19-2004)
What They SayNo priceless bauble or exquisite jewel is safe from the leering eyes and stealthy hands of Jing, the King of Bandits. With a heart of gold and girl-crazy albatross sidekick Kir, Jing steals his way through one exciting adventure after another... Seyfried Protects Town from JENNIFER'S BODY
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-08-2008)
Amanda Seyfried has been cast in a new dark comedy-horror called Jennifer's Body, says the Hollywood Reporter. Diablo Cody and Jason Reitman's follow-up collaboration to Juno, the film will star Megan Fox in the title role and Seyfried... Lupin the 3rd TV Vol. #12: The Flying Sword
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-12-2005)
What They SayIn this volume, the always cool and sophisticated Lupin overcomes numerous perils along with his associates Fujiko, Goemon and Jigen. Lupin and his gang are robbed, beaten, jailed and entrapped by villains, officials... even seemingly benevol... 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... Tekkon Kinkreet
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-05-2007)
What They SayFrom the creators of Animatrix comes this visually-stunning new anime film based on a popular Japanese manga written by Taiyo Matsumoto. In Treasure Town, where the moon smiles and young boys can fly, life can be both gentle and brutal. This ... Shingu: Secret of the Stellar Wars Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 11-21-2005)
What They SayPale skin, green eyes, and a piercing gaze – once you meet Kanata Myouken, you’ll never forget him. And now this mysterious new stranger is tracking down Muryou! What’s worse, he is only a harbinger of things to come. Soon a... Kaze no Yojimbo Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 07-03-2004)
What They SayWhile George is still in Sendai searching for a man who holds the key to the 15-year-old secret, he stumbles across the dark past of the \"Tiger Lady\". A past that Sanae desperately attempts to conceal. After he returns to Kimujuku, George h... Trigun Vol. #2
by Dani Moure (Wed 06-01-2005)
What They SayA city is dying, but when they decide Vash\'s bounty is the cure, will they find it comes with too high a price?
The reckless pursuit of rewards or revenge sometimes leads away from the true goals of life - love and peace. It\'s time for Vas... Kaze No Yojimbo Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 03-21-2004)
What They SayBased on Academy Award ® Winner Akira Kurosawa\'s 1961 masterpiece, Yojimbo - George Kodama is a pretty intelligent tough guy investigating an incident that occurred in the small town of Kimujuku over 15 years ago. However, the local town... Slayers Great
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-15-2004)
What They SayAll Laia Einburg wants for her golem-making father Galia and her equally ambitious brother Huey is to end a long running feud. But her world gets turned upside down when short-stature Lina Inverse and overly endowed Naga the Serpent save Laia... From Far Away Vol.#03
by Audrey Zarr (Wed 09-28-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kyoko HikawaTranslated by:Yuko SawadaAdapted by:What They SayWith each passing day, Noriko discovers more and more about the strange and chimerical world she now calls home. And the more she learns...the more frightened she ge... Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
by Coming Attractions (Thu 07-03-2003)
Genre:Action/Sci-Fi/Sequel.Studio:Warner Bros.Production Company:C-2 Pictures.Project Phase:In the Can.Who's In It:Arnold Schwarzenegger (Terminator T-850); Nick Stahl (John Connor); Kristanna Loken (T-X); Claire Danes (Kate Brewster); David Andrews (Robe... CREEPY COWBOYS
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 04-18-2006)
It may have been the cult movie archivists at Something Weird Video who first identified the fact that, while only a relatively small group of western fans would take interest in their huge library of old public domain oaters, horror and sci-fi fans might... Aoi and Mutsuki: A Pair of Queens
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-14-2007)
What They SayThe sequel to Space Pirate Mito!
Aoi was raised as a normal boy on Earth. Little did he know he was the heir apparent to Mito, the Queen-turned-Space-Pirate of an alien race that chooses their sex at puberty! Aoi fell in love with Mutsuki, t... Shura no Toki Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-13-2005)
What They SayThroughout the ages, the Mutsu clan has always fought for one reason: it\'s fun. They live for the challenge of dueling the greatest fighters of their era. But Izumi Mutsu lives during the time of the Meiji Revolution, when the streets of Kyo... Case Closed: Case 04 Vol. #01: Deadly Illusions
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-24-2004)
What They SayWhile taking in the scenery away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, Conan, Richard, and Rachel stumble into the middle of a grisly ancient legend. The terrible Mist Goblin has struck again! Without any hard evidence, it looks as thou... Sorcerer Hunters Collection (Thinpak)
by Mark Thomas (Tue 04-15-2008)
What They SayThe Sorcerer Hunters are five extraordinary humans charged by the powerful entity Big Momma with the task of traveling the land in secrecy and hunting down evil Sorcerers who use powerful and forbidden magic to enslave the helpless masses. So... Viz-In Vol. 12, No. 12 (Fri 12-01-2000)
viz-in vol. 12, no. 12 Your One-Stop Monthly Manga & Anime Connection! ITEMS SHIPPING MARCH `01 FEATURING ART OF GUNDAM WING Viz Illustration Book -- art by the animators of the Gundam Wing Television Show -- color and b&w, 96 pages -- $19.95 USA/$ 30....Hyper Speed Grandoll
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-09-2004)
What They SayA sci-fi superhero adventure from the screenwriter of Photon.
Mad science runs in her family, but Hikaru has always been an ordinary girl. It?s a dream come true when she discovers that she\'s really a super-powered alien! With her hyper-sp... Gun Sword Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Justin Rich (Thu 05-18-2006)
What They SayOn the planet of Endless Illusion, a lone man adorned in a tuxedo roams the wild and lawless frontier... Armed with a shape-shifting sword and a powerful Armor, Van\'s sole purpose in life is to find the mysterious clawed man who had murdered... Fullmetal Alchemist (novels) Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Mon 09-26-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Makoto Inoue (Original Concept: Hiromu Arakawa)Translated by:Alexander O. SmithAdapted by:What They SayAn original story translated from the Japanese! The Elric brothers travel to the ghost town of Xenotime - once a prosperous... la Esperanca Vol.#03
by Megan Meinhard (Wed 10-25-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Chigusa KawaiTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayAs Georges is in town helping Lise, the young teacher at the the orphanage, rumors begin to circulate in school that he now has a girlfriend. This serves to furthe... Death Note Vol.#03
by Julie Rosato (Wed 01-11-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Writer: Tsugumi Ohba / Artist: Takeshi ObataTranslated by:Pookie RolfAdapted by:What They SayHard Run
Light is chaffing under L's extreme surveillance, but 64 microphones and cameras hidden in his room aren't enough to stop L... Lucky There's a Family Guy (Again)
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 05-02-2005)
"Everyone, I've got bad news. We've been cancelled. Unfortunately, there's no more room on the schedule. We've just got to accept that Fox has to make room for terrific shows like DARK ANGEL, TITUS, UNDECLARED, ACTION, THAT '80S SHOW, WONDERFALLS, FAST... CULT CLASSICS: Disc 4
by Brian Thomas (Fri 08-11-2006)
Disc Four: OMOO-OMOO THE SHARK GOD (1949, 58m, aka THE SHARK GOD) An earnest South Seas adventure based on a Herman Melville novel what's that doing here? Featuring creative camera work and a fine theramin-enriched score by Albert Glasser (THE AMAZING C... Farewell Kurt
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 04-17-2007)
Although he retired from writing fiction back in 1997, the literary world felt the blow of Kurt Vonnegut’s passing last Wednesday. Heralded as the Mark Twain of our generation, Vonnegut was an invaluable genre writer and continued his sharp polit... Déjà View
by Jason Davis (Mon 05-15-2006)
I'm sure you've experienced it at some time in your life. Everyone has. You're flipping channels late one night and come across the syndicated repeats of a popular show that fill the wee hours with nostalgic hits from the days of yore. It's usually not... Joel Schumacher to direct TOWN CREEK
by Karl Schneider (Tue 09-12-2006)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Joel Schumacher has signed on to direct Gold Circle's vampire horror film TOWN CREEK.The story centers on a West Virginia man who comes to terms with his moral qualms and helps his brother wipe out a family that had be... Comicscape April 6, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-06-2005)
You all get an "F-" for the week. Well, not all of you just everyone other than the five of you that actually wrote in about your comic shop. I guess everyone's shopping online now or going to Barnes and Noble or something. That, or everyone was glued... Celebrities in Excess
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 06-02-2007)
Every week, it seems like a new celebrity is getting busted for something and it’s starting to tally up for some to the point where they will be serving time. Look at Tom Sizemore for a clear example of it.
Sure, celebrities have a habit o... 2007: The Year in Review, Part Two
by Kurt Amacker (Fri 01-04-2008)
Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to the second part of the Comicscape’s 2007: The Year-in Review. Last week, I touched on five of the biggest stories in comics from the past year. This week, we’ve got a few more. Thankfully, the ... Castle in the Sky
by Paul Grisham (Sat 04-05-2003)
What They SayThe magic touch of master animator Hayao Miyazaki is visible from start to finish in CASTLE IN THE SKY -- an imaginative tale full of mystery and adventure. The high-flying journey begins when Pazu, a mining apprentice, finds a young girl wea... Ranma 1/2: Random Rhapsody Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 07-21-2001)
What They SayRanma runs into a shady man who runs a secret black market store on Furinkan High\'s campus! Principal Kuno wants him off the grounds, but this is one feisty merchant that won\'t go without a fight.
Then, Ranma, Ryoga, and Mousse travel into... And The Nominees Are...
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 02-25-2008)
Hello Maniacs and welcome to this week’s hootenanny of science fiction and fantasy skullduggery. Though I try to pace content on these columns as best I can, sometimes the publishing side of the business just doesn’t want to oblige. After seve... 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... s-Cry-ed Vol. #5
by Justin Rich (Thu 07-28-2005)
What They SayIn an attempt to capture Mimori, both Kigetsuki and the Tokonatsu sisters attack the Inner village! Arriving in the nick of time, Kazuma thwarts the attacks, but Kazuma and Kanami\'s reunion is short-lived as she is kidnapped by Biff. While C... The New Kid in Town
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 07-05-2004)
Salutations, denizens of the TV Wasteland! As Andrew Hershberger saddles off to ride away into a picture perfect sunset, it falls upon myself to mount up and become your new host for CINESCAPE's weekly television column, TV Wasteland. My name's Patrick Sa... Dead Leaves Streamin Evening (Thu 09-09-2004)
On Tuesday, September 28th, Manga Entertainment has the streaming event of 2004 from Production IG’s new anime film \"Dead Leaves\" located at www.manga.com and www.dead-leaves.com. It will be FREE and \'On Demand\' the entire day (starting at 12am...Ricky Gervais and Greg Kinnear join "Ghost Town"
by Karl Schneider (Tue 03-27-2007)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Ricky Gervais and Greg Kinnear have signed on to star in the upcoming DreamWorks romantic comedy, Ghost Town.The film, to be directed by David Koepp, centers on a dentist who dies briefly during routine dental surgery ... "Jericho: Long Live the Mayor”
by STEPHEN LACKEY (Sun 11-05-2006)
Some of you are probably saying that it’s about time I covered this series. I’ve mentioned here and there in other reviews and editorials that I’m digging the series but for one reason or another I’m just now getting aroun... STRANGE CIRCUS Comes to Town in 2007
by Karl Schneider (Thu 05-25-2006)
TLA Releasing has acquired the rights to the movie STRANGE CIRCUS the latest film from director Sion SOno.TLA acquired the film from Japan-based Sedic International at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival. The film will be released as part of TLA's Danger After ... Lights Out (aka: An Evening Something Wonderful May Happen) Vol.#02
by Jarred Pine (Thu 03-30-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Myung-Jin LeeTranslated by:Ellen ChoiAdapted by:What They SayGun is still having a difficult time trying to win Seung-Ah\'s love and attention. To make matters worse, Seung-Hyuk, a close friend of Seung-Ah and former resident ... Lights Out (aka: An Evening Something Wonderful May Happen) Vol.#01
by Jarred Pine (Thu 03-30-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Myung-Jin LeeTranslated by:Ellen ChoiAdapted by:What They SayGun is still having a difficult time trying to win Seung-Ah\'s love and attention. To make matters worse, Seung-Hyuk, a close friend of Seung-Ah and former resident ... THE BIG BOUNCE
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 01-30-2004)
If you are going to do an amiable, sly movie about con artists, why not set it in Hawaii? Since people can much mess with each other's minds and money pretty much anywhere, they might as well do it in gorgeous surroundings. This seems to be a good portion... Superman flies into town (Fri 07-14-2006)
The Man of Steel made a flying visit to London's Leicester Square for the UK premiere of Superman Returns. Previously unknown US actor Brandon Routh arrived to be greeted by cheering fans. More...An Evening with 'Superman Returns' Cinematographer NewtonThomas Sigel (Wed 08-10-2005)
Popcorn Taxi is proud to present the second program in their very special Superman Returns Filmaker Series, featuring on-stage guest Newton Thomas Sigel, the man behind the lens on Superman Returns the big budget super-hero epic, currently in production a...Smallville Is #1 Town in WB's Book
by Dave Richards (Fri 12-06-2002)
The newest issue
of Entertainment
Weekly has some news that will make fans of the WB's Smallville
happy. The sophomore season of the show is pulling in the strongest ratings
of any show on the network. Thus, making Smallville the Frog Network's
#1 sh... SANTAKID is Coming to Town
by News Editor (Tue 11-08-2005)
New Line has hired Seth Bass and Jonathan Tolins to adapt James Patterson's children's book SANTAKID, for the big screen.The story centers on the 10-year-old daughter of the billionaire who's acquired ownership of Santa Claus. After the girl receives an i... Cinescape Message Boards Are Back in Town
by News Editor (Wed 07-06-2005)
The boards are fixed and should be good to go now. Thanks to everyone for holding in there. Our apologies for the issues, but our tech guy and UBB worked on them and all should be fine. Chicago is young Batman's kind of town (Fri 07-30-2004)
Starting this weekend, Chicago is going to be standing in for Gotham City in the new Batman movie. Crews will begin filming Saturday throughout the Chicago area and are scheduled to be done by Aug. 21.Affleck Heading to TOWN
by Associate News Editor (Tue 09-16-2008)
Warner Bros. is in talks with Ben Affleck to direct and star in THE TOWN. Affleck will also look to rewrite the script.
The dark heist-romance revolves around a high-tension love triangle between a female bank manager, a longtime thief who st... Trigun Limited Collector's Edition Set 1
by Jarred Pine (Tue 11-22-2005)
What They SayOn a desert planet scorched by twin suns, bounty hunters scour the planet looking for Vash who has a $$60,000,000,000 bounty placed on his head! Vash has been credited with the destruction of several towns, but miraculously, there is no reco... Kaze No Yojimbo Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-11-2004)
What They SayTension surrounds the whole town as the police finally start cracking down on the disputes between Tanokura and the Ginzame gangs. With the police seemingly siding with Tanokura\'s gang, the Ginzame look to be taken down pretty hard.
But ev... Comics in Context #48: Small Town Kryptonian in the Big City (Mon 08-09-2004)
A retrospective of George Reeves and 'The Adventures of Superman' in addition to IGN.com extended look at the Musuem of Televison & Radio's "Look! Up at the Screen! It's Superheroes on Television." exhibit.'Transformers' roll into town
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 06-08-2007)
"I have just returned from the Emagine Theatre in Novi, MI where Paramount pulled out all the stops. There was a giant Peterbilt semi-truck parked out front of the theatre, and several local radio stations were in attendance. Unfortunately, at 8am, there ... THE INSIDE: New Girl in Town
by Jason Davis (Sun 06-12-2005)
Tim Minear may not be a household name like Chris Carter or Joss Whedon, but he has a number of qualities in common with both his former employers. Minear, like the wave of multi-talented writer-producer-directors spawned by Fox Television over the last ... E3: The Calm Before the Storm
by Troy Roberts and James Stevenson (Fri 05-07-2004)
As usual, there looks to be a lot of good things and surprises at E3 this year. I think the biggest thing that I am anticipating so far is Sega's big announcement that they will have during the show. Not much information has been leaked so far, but here's... CATWOMAN caught painting the town
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 11-05-2003)
Hollywood North Report again spies on the set of CATWOMAN and snags five exclusive shots showing...Halle Berry painting a wall mural?Well, with a little help from co-star Alex Bornstein.See the rest of the images and wonder what the heck this has to do wi... The Boys are Back in Town
by Andrew Kardon (Mon 06-24-2002)
The ranks are growing. If you're not careful, your toy shelf will soon be overtaken by a legion of action figures. Make that a LEGION of action figures. Yep, following up on its massively popular first run of LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES action figures, DC Dire... Dominic Purcell and Jesse Metcalfe join "Town Creek"
by Karl Schneider (Wed 11-15-2006)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Dominic Purcell and Jesse Metcalfe have signed on to star in an upcoming vampire horror film, Town Creek, which will be directed by Joel Schumacher.The two will star as brothers on a mission of revenge who become trapp... The Boogeyman In Chi-Town
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-08-2001)
UPN has released details of the October 24th episode of SPECIAL UNIT 2, titled "The Invisible." Directed by John Kretchmer from a script by Scott Nimerfro, the episode focuses on a legendary baddie.The Boogeyman lives - and kills - and it takes the help o... AMC MONSTERFEST 2002
by BRIAN THOMAS (Fri 10-25-2002)
For many a horror fan, Halloween is amateur night, when the whole world wants to party in the graveyard we live in. But the holiday has its distinct advantages, and pretty high on the list is the accessibility of horror movies on TV. In between parties an... Comicscape - May 19, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 05-19-2004)
PREVIEW/INTERVIEW: Next month, David Yurkovich and Top Shelf Productions will be turning the superhero genre on its ear with LESS THAN HEROES, a collection of his stories from the hard-to-find THRESHOLD series that it's impossible to describe without usin... SPIDER-MAN
by MICHAEL TUNISON (Fri 05-03-2002)
For decades, Spider-Man fans have waited not-so-patiently to see a movie based on their beloved webhead's adventures waited through lawsuits, bankruptcy, endless script development and director switches, until it seemed the project was doomed never to ha... The Capra Redemption Part One
by Paul Zimmerman (Fri 12-21-2001)
We've seen Jim Carrey talk out his butt, blow smoke rings out his nose and give mouth to mouth to a cow. Can we take seeing him act standing virtually still? In his new film The Majestic Carrey does just that in his craziest performance yet: Straight.Play... Mulholland Muse
by Pamela Harland (Fri 10-12-2001)
Hollywood loves to make fun of itself, sometimes successfully (THE PLAYER, STATE AND MAIN) and sometimes not successfully (BURN HOLLYWOOD BURN: AN ALAN SMITHEE FILM). David Lynch takes his shot at Hollywood while intertwining a mystery and love story in h... VDVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 08-01-2006)
I'm preparing this column on what my Yahoo/Weather Channel report tells me is "the hottest goddamn weekend of the year". With a slight breeze coming in off the lake, the current temperature is 96˚, which the temperature/humidity index says feels like... Dutch Radio Presents Game Music Concert
by Alex Van Zelfden (Wed 12-20-2006)
Putting together an orchestral concert is always an enormous undertaking. Getting a small army of musicians through rehearsals, picking a suitable concert hall, getting enough publicity to actually fill said concert hall – all of these tak... JJ Abrams is at it again
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 10-07-2007)
Those of you who read this article often know that I am a big fan of JJ Abrams. I liked Alias, at least for the first couple of seasons, I’m still enjoying LOST, and I even liked Mission Impossible III (Tom Cruise destroyed that film). Abr... Heroes: How to Stop an Exploding Man
by Stephen Lackey (Wed 05-23-2007)
Some of you will remember way back when Heroes started, that I took issue with the pacing of it. I still believe the first 3 or 4 episodes moved very slowly, especially now after being able to look back at the season as a whole. With that said, ... DVD autobot
by Brian Thomas (Tue 03-27-2007)
While shopping at a local supermarket recently I came upon something new installed right outside the exit doors – an automated DVD rental vending machine. Video vending machines have been around in Japan (where you can get just about anything fro... 23 Skidoo
by Randall Larson (Thu 02-22-2007)
THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONS
Harry Gregson-Williams has taken a sidestep from the magnificent orchestral sweep of Shrek, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, and Flushed Away to provide a somber and spooky score... Video & DVD This Week: October 2nd
by John Thonen (Tue 10-02-2001)
VIDEO NEWSMany had felt that the JURASSIC PARK series had already overstayed its welcome and that without the direct involvement of the director of the first two dino-hits, Steven Spielberg, audiences would pass on a third helping. Instead, JURASSIC PARK ... THE 4400: Audrey Parker’s Come and Gone
by Stephen Lackey (Tue 07-03-2007)
Last week I mentioned that this series is based on a “freak of the week” formula but last week’s episode cleverly mixed the freak of the week scenario with story points that mattered. This week doesn’t mix the overall story wi... Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad Vol.#02
by Jarred Pine (Wed 11-09-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Harold SakuishiTranslated by:Stephen PaulAdapted by:What They SayAfter seeing Izumi fawn over Ryusuke's extended blues session, Koyuki is determined to practice like a madman on the dusty old acoustic guitar Ryusuke gives him.... Mahoromatic Vol. #2: Haunting Past
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-17-2003)
What They SayCreated by GAINAX (Evangelion, Wings of Honneamise, FLCL, His and Her Circumstances), scripts and direction by Hiroyuki Yamaga (Wings of Honeamise), music by Toshio Masuda (Hand Maid May), character designs by Kazuhiro Takamura, and featuring... Comicscape - May 18, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 05-18-2005)
Before my phone interview with Bruce Campbell on Thursday evening, I spent the better part of an hour and a half trying to calm down. I was nervous, to say the least. I undertook my usual pre-interview ritual drinking. This time, it was two swallows of B... Photos from the 55th Annual Emmy Awards!
by Sue Schneider and Marcia Groft (Tue 10-07-2003)
It was a hot and sunny day at The Shrine Auditorium in downtown Los Angeles as I took my place in one of the photographer pens on the red carpet. Fans were in bleachers and screamed for their favorite television stars as they walked down the red carpet to... Pokemon Vol. #13: Wake Up Snorlax
by Andrew Tei (Sun 09-14-2003)
What They SayEevee Evolve!
When young Mikey isipressured byihis big brothersito evolve his Eevee before it\'s ready, it isiupito Ash, Pikachu andifriendsito teachia Pokemon lesson. Then, Snorlax takesia napiin theispring that suppliesia town with water! ... ZATOICHI / SONATINE
by Brian Thomas (Fri 12-10-2004)
Zatoichi the blind swordsman has come a long way in the past few years. Virtually unknown in the USA, this revered Japanese cinema icon has taken film fans by storm, first with screenings of many of the films on the Independent Film Channel, then with wav... Little Butterfly Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Thu 07-06-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hinako TakanagaTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayKojima seeks to befriend the class outcast, and soon learns of Nakahara's troubled family life - of his uncaring, abusive father and mentally unstable mother. As... Patlabor TV Vol. #10
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-19-2005)
What They SayFrom the Director of RahXephon and the Screenwriter of .hack//SIGN.
Scientists have invented a new giant robot suit, and Noa’s mecha Alphonse is looking a little obsolete in comparison. Can Noa bear to leave him behind? She’ll b... JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL
by Tony Whitt (Tue 11-20-2001)
I'm writing this on the evening of November 11th, the day that a plane crashed into a neighborhood of Queens, New York. In the first three pages of JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL, the city-ship Haven emerges from warp space and crashes into the town of Lamont, Califo... Wolf's Rain Vol. #2
by Paul Jacques (Thu 02-09-2006)
What They SayWith the wolves continuing their search for Rakuen they quickly encounter great hardships as well as joys at the start of their journey. Kiba, Tsume, Hige and Toboe first find a way through a city where wolves work like dogs- but not before t... Gordon Lee and the CBLDF Win
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-23-2008)
After nearly four years of courtroom drama and a $100,000 spent by the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, embattled comic retailer Gordon Lee has been cleared of all charges. On Friday at the New York Comic Con, at “The CBLDF Presents An Evening wi... Cinescape's 25 Greatest Summer Movies of All Time
by Brian Thomas with Anthony C. Ferrante (Fri 11-18-2005)
Hurray! It's winter! Time to unpack the sweaters and stow the Speed-o! Time to drag out your electric blanket, and curl up next to a fire with a big bowl of popcorn! Sure summer is long gone but we still got to thinking about it... Every summer, we're alw... Shrine of the Morning Mist (aka: Asagiri no Miko) Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 05-24-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ugawa HirokiTranslated by:Jeremiah BouroqueAdapted by:What They SaySisters Kurako, Yuzu and Tama are Miko priestesses, entrusted with keeping an eye on the often volatile spirit world. But when you\'re a teenager like Yuzu, yo... Pink iPod Of Doom: Angela - Voice of the Sky, Paranoia Agent, Gunparade March, Gungrave, Ai Yori Aoshi ~Enishi~:Pine
by Lauren Goodnight (Tue 07-12-2005)
Welcome, Cult of the Pink iPod of DOOM! I've been travelling all around the East coast for con season, and this has given me a chance to review all sorts of music in a timely manner. It also has given me a chance to clean up my review pile. This is the... Rebound (Harlem Beat vol. 12+) Vol.#03
by Jarred Pine (Sun 06-19-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yuriko NishiyamaTranslated by:Shirley KuboAdapted by:What They SayJohnan High got through the first round, but now they're up against their archrivals, Tsukuba High. But before plunging into the second round, there are some un... Gals! Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 07-25-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Fujii MihonaTranslated by:Sheldon DrzkaAdapted by:What They SayTwo tough kogals from a neighboring town try to take over Ran's turf!
Kotobuki Ran is the kogal champ of Shibuya, Tokyo's fashion Mecca, but Shibuya isn't the onl... ARIA Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 10-15-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Amano KozueTranslated by:Kay BertrandAdapted by:What They SayAKARI MINAZUKI has made her home on the planet Aqua, in the charming little town of Neo-Venezia. She is determined to become an undine and as her training continues,... This Ugly Yet Beautiful World English Cast List (Thu 04-06-2006)
THIS UGLY YET BEAUTIFUL WORLD ADR Director: Steven Foster Translator: Sarah Alys Lindholm CAST LIST Hikari - Voiced by Cynthia Martinez - a mysterious babe who falls out of the sky in a flash of light right in front of Takeru's eyes. She apparently doe...Generator Gawl Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-09-2001)
What They SayAs time runs out for Gawl and his friends, Kanae offers a shocking revelation that could prove integral to their mission’s success.
However, Kanae’s covert disclosure is nothing compared to the powerful-and dangerous-secret the ... December 30 January 5: New Year's Resolutions
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 12-30-2002)
Got plans for New Year's Eve?You do? Well, aren't you superior? I'll probably be spending the evening watching my SPORTS NIGHT DVDs and trying to decide whether my New Year's resolution should be trying to eat healthier or trying to get a life so next New... LOST, LONELY AND VICIOUS / JACKTOWN
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Wed 11-06-2002)
Lurid poster art featuring scantily clad females leaning over bed posts, cars colliding head on, a man strangling another, and cops with their guns drawn firing on unknown assailants – all this might lead the uninitiated to believe that these things occur... THE GREAT RACE
by JEFF BOND (Mon 06-17-2002)
THE GREAT RACE is one of those movies that's a little hard to explain to anyone under the age of thirty. It's part of a wave of wacky period racing farces from the '60s that included AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS, THOSE DARING YOUNG MEN IN THEIR JAUNTY ... ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #15
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Thu 04-18-2002)
As Q once said to Picard, all good things must come to an end (yes, I know it was a quote! Honestly...), and so here we are at the end of ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP. It's been a lot of fun seeing the new Spidey meeting intriguing alternate versions of some o... Cardcaptor Sakura Vol.#02
by Megan Lavey (Sun 05-23-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:CLAMPTranslated by:Mika Onishi, Athena Nibley and Althea NibleyAdapted by:What They SaySakura Kinomoto seems like just your average fourth grader - loves P.E., hates math - but there's something about her that's not so normal.... DONNIE DARKO
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Sun 03-24-2002)
In an act some critics have called akin to child abuse, the James children, Tommy, 6, and Sheila, 4, were left virtually alone to view Richard Kelly’s debut feature film DONNIE DARKO when their elderly grandmother fell asleep after starting a film she mis... Samurai Champloo Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-27-2004)
What They SayMugen\'s a buck wild warrior - violent, thoughtless and womanizing. Jin is a vagrant ronin - mysterious, traditional, well-mannered and very strong as well. These two fiercely independent warriors can\'t be any more different from one anoth... Maiden of Deliverance
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-18-2004)
What They SayThe Baron is dead, but there\'s a new boss in town and SHE\'S just as bad as he was. The Maids are being forced into even more bizarre and debaucherous situations than ever before. How far will things go? When will the pleasurable tortures en... Kimagure Orange Road TV Vol. #04
by Paul Grisham (Tue 06-25-2002)
What They SayHigh School student Kasuga Kyosuke has problems with women. Big time!
First, he thinks he\'s falling in love with the beautiful and somewhat mysterious Ayukawa Madoka, but he\'s not at all sure if Madoka feels the same way about him.
Secon... Colorful
by Mark McPherson (Sat 05-10-2003)
The Review!If Agent Aika has taught us anything...then it\'s failed. The point is, fanservice sells, but how do you sell it effectively? Simple. Hand it out in small, but exciting shorts. A formula for perfection.
Audio: It doesn\'t matter to me, but the... Daphne in the Brilliant Blue Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 01-23-2005)
What They SayMaia is having a very bad day. Her life-long dreams to join the elite Marine Environment Agency wither and die, when, despite everyone’s high expectations, she fails the entrance exams. Then, with the loss of her student status, she g... Jubei-Chan Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-01-2000)
What They SayYagyu Jubei was Japan\'s greatest swordsman. His skill was legendary, but the one enemy he couldn\'t conquer was death.
Before he died, though, he gave his disciple hope - there would be a successor, and this deserving person would receive ... My-HiME Vol. #3
by Bryan Morton (Thu 01-25-2007)
What They SayJuggling numerous part-time jobs by day and an existence as a superhero by night isn\'t easy for Mai. However, despite her already packed schedule, she still manages to find time to help Natsuki with her investigation of the mysterious Divis... Tsukihime Lunar Legend Vol. #2
by Bryan Morton (Mon 08-22-2005)
What They SayThe nightmare is far from over. Arcueid\'s true target, Roa, still roams the streets and is claiming more victims. But how can you destroy a man who keeps being reincarnated? This person could be anyone? Shiki\'s friends... his family... even... Crest of the Stars Vol. #3
by Bryan Morton (Fri 10-20-2006)
What They SayAn incredibly rich science fiction universe where the development of the characters is both enthralling and deep.
Admiral Trife, commander of the Abh fleet, moves his ships into position for the upcoming battle. He will take no risks and wa... Project Arms: Second Chapter Vol. #4
by Luis Cruz (Thu 03-10-2005)
What They SayThe \"Arms\" have decided to break into the business... of kidnapping. Even with Arms specialist Dr. Tillinghast under lock & key, the \"Arms\" discover that it\'ll take more than a good cup of tea to make this British-born scientist talk. To... "Jericho: One Man’s Terrorist"
by Stephen Lackey (Sat 04-07-2007)
Finally some stuff starts happening on this series! Food is getting short and it’s getting out that the whole marines bit was a farce so the citizens of Jericho are getting desperate. The town has taken in so many refugees that all of... FLCL Vol. #4 (-)
What They SayThe Review!\"Good game! Heated much! FLCL, the digital animation by GAINAX!\" Welcome again fans to the fourth volume of the FURI KURI OVA (Yay!!). Batting for the visiting team is Haruhara Haruko. For the home team Nandaba Naota swings a lot...Gad Guard Vol. #3
by Bryan Morton (Tue 09-12-2006)
What They SayYou know you never really know someone until you see into their past. Katana returns to his roots while Hajiki remembers his father and gathers new direction in his life. However, will Hajiki be able to handle the darker aspects of this and r... "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... Will These GLORY DAYS Pass You By?
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Tue 02-26-2002)
With several bonafide large screen successes (SCREAM, SCREAM 2, and I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER) to his credit, writer-director-producer Kevin Williamson returns once again to the small screen in an effort to repeat the accomplishment he made with DAW... Princess Mononoke Theatrical Review
by Roman Martel (Sat 01-01-2000)
Intro
The one thing I keep seeing addressed in almost all the reviews I see of Princess Mononoke is how it is not for children. And while I do agree with the fact that this story may not be for younger children, I do think that it can be viewed by anyone... Trigun Vol. #2
by Roman Martel (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Overall Rating: 4.5 (on a scale of 1-5)
-Disc Ratings-
Sound: 5
Picture: 4
Menu: 5
Presentation: 4
Goodies: 5
Overall: 4.6
-Artistic Ratings-
Animation: 4
Sound: 5
Plot: 4
English Acting: 4
Music: 5
Overall: 4.4
Intro
Well let m... Brothers Grimm, The
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Fri 08-27-2004)
Genre:Fantasy/Adventure.Studio:MGM/Dimension Films.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Post-production.Who's In It:Matt Damon (Jacob Grimm); Heath Ledger (Wilhelm Grimm); Jonathan Pryce (Delatombe); Peter Stormare; Monica Bellucci; Lena Heady.Who's M... Kiki's Delivery Service
by Christopher Homer (Wed 02-13-2008)
What They SayIt’s easy to fall in love with Kiki, a gentle and kindhearted young witch who soars away on her broomstick to practice witchcraft for a year, as tradition calls for. Along with her wisecracking black cat Jiji, Kiki settles in a pictures... Uzumaki Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Fri 12-14-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Junji ItoTranslated by:Yuki OnikiAdapted by:Yuki OnikiWhat They SayTerror in the Tradition of the Ring!
Kurozu-cho, a small fogbound town on the coast of Japan, is cursed. According to Shuichi Saito, the withdrawn boyfriend o... EUREKA: Bad to the Drone
by Stephen Lackey (Thu 07-31-2008)
It seems like it has been a really long time since we’ve taken a trip to Eureka. It’s a shame because the town is full of interesting people and fun sites to see. This week, now that we’re back, we are treated to a weapons test and a dro... King of Bandit Jing Vol. #2
by Dani Moure (Sun 03-07-2004)
What They SayNo priceless bauble or exquisite jewel is safe from the leering eyes and stealthy hands of Jing, the King of Bandits. With a heart of gold and girl-crazy albatross sidekick Kir, Jing steals his way through one exciting adventure after another... Spirited Away
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 03-21-2003)
What They SayA young girl is trapped in a strange new world of spirits who must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free herself and rescue her parents. The Review!One of the most anticipated anime DVD releases to come in quite some time, as S... THE REAPING
by Tim Janson (Thu 11-08-2007)
Take one part Rosemary’s Baby, one part The Omen, and mix into a sleepy little bayou town and you’ve got The Reaping. While it may not earn a lot of points for originality, the Reaping is an effective chiller that’s low on shock val...