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No Money Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 11-03-2007)
What They SayBecause Tetsuo has to pay off his debts, he hands over his cousin, Yukiya Ayase, to a Yakuza group. Yukiya is auctioned and sold to Kita Kano, who owns a finance business. To regain his freedom, he and his cousin must pay two million, includi... TWO BROTHERS
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 06-25-2004)
TWO BROTHERS is a very slightly edgier version of the kind of movie that Walt Disney Pictures made much of its live-action reputation on and that just about nobody makes nowadays an animal adventure that tightrope-walks a line between anthropomorphic an... Two Publishers Unite for SEPTEMBER 11
by Eric Moro & Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 11-19-2001)
At a time when the nation has rediscovered the meaning of the word "hero," the comic book publishers who chronicle the fictional exploits of fantasy heroes have turned instead to paying tribute to the men and women who demonstrated true heroism on Septemb... 
No Money Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-26-2008)
What They SayAyase, still deep in debt, continues to be at the mercy of Kanou and the dark underworld that surrounds him. In order to reduce his debt, Ayase has to subject himself to humiliating situations that he never could have expected. Meanwhile, the... Peter Jackson Straddles THE TWO TOWERS Part One
by SCOTT COLLURA (Tue 12-17-2002)
Last year, Peter Jackson made a lot of people happy (fans and studio execs alike) with the first part in his film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy. Now he faces even higher expectations with the second picture in the series, THE TW... Two at Three
by Mike Whybark (Mon 07-08-2002)
The comic book world encompasses a wide range of material, from the familiar four-color fantasies that send superheroes to the stars and right next door to the more esoteric collections that concentrate on technique and subtlety of storytelling. Below, we... Sleeping With Money Vol.#01
by Patricia Beard (Wed 07-09-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Barbara Katagiri / Sakuya FujiTranslated by:Translation by DesignAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayDown-on-his-luck Yakuza member Tatsurou Yamamoto needs to cough up eight million in two days - or else! His last hope is a loan from w... Farscape Retrospective, Part Two
by Anna L. Kaplan (Wed 03-07-2001)
The events at the end of Farscape’s first season are resolved in `Mind The Baby,` the first episode to air in season two. Despite the maneuvers of Scorpius (Wayne Pygram) and the behavior of Crais (Lani John Tupu), Moya is able to return, recover Aeryn (... THE TWO FACES OF DRACULA: Rudolf Martin
by Edward Gross (Mon 10-30-2000)
This television season, Rudolf Martin has offered two distinct takes on a single `character`, essaying the role of Count Dracula as well as Bram Stoker`s real-life inspiration for the fictional count, Vlad the Impaler. Let`s face it, the man simply can`t ... NEMESIS: Good Music, Mediocre Journey; TWO TOWERS: Two for Two
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 12-19-2002)
This Week's RecommendationSIt's a [IMG3R]shame that Trevor Jones' fine score to the original 2-hour miniseries of DINOTOPIA hasn't been released on a major commercial label, but at least it has been released, on Contemporary Media Recordings (CMR-2002-2) ... Milk Money Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 10-16-2005)
What They SayGet ready for some liquid love! To relieve herself to the pain of her unsuckled mother\'s milk, she takes a job as a wet-nurse. But she is abruptly dismissed when she is found to be too attached to her young charge. . . Years later, Kyoko tel... Only two weeks left for ManiaFest competition submissions!
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 08-01-2003)
There's just a little over two weeks remaining before the final deadline in ManiaFest 2003's talent competition. If you haven't heard, ManiaFest is looking for this year's best and brightest genre short films, screenplays and feature length films made by ... FARSCAPE: "Liars, Guns and Money"
by Anna L. Kaplan (Mon 01-08-2001)
Fans of Farscape may have heard the second season’s `Liars, Guns and Money,` three-parter described as the show’s version of the classic films The Seven Samurai or The Dirty Dozen, in which unlikely teams are gathered for deadly missions. After seeing Par... War Games Part Two
by Pamela Harland (Tue 02-05-2002)
In part one of CINESCAPE's discussion with Josh Hartnett and Tom Sizemore, the duo talked about their new war drama, BLACK HAWK DOWN. The film, which is based on the 1993 true story of U.S. soldiers who found themselves trapped in Somalia when two of thei... Interview with FUNimation's Gen Fukunaga - Part Two
by Ron Quezon (Mon 08-04-2008)
After a generous hour of interviewing on July 5th, he returned to the FUNimation booth for some quality time with the cast of Ouran High School Host Club. Jackie Smith, Senior Public Relations Manager also took part in the interview. This interview ... Box Office Report: Hogs rolls in the money.
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 03-04-2007)
Disney’s Wild Hogs overtook the other biker this weekend and continued down that open road to box office success. The comedy shot into first with a very nice 38.0 mil opening debut. Wild Hogs (starring John Travolta, William H. Macy, Tim Allen... Kill Bill Volume Two
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 02-23-2004)
Genre:Action/Crime.Studio:Miramax Films.Production Company:A Band Apart.Project Phase:In the Can.Who's In It:Uma Thurman (The Bride); David Carradine (Bill); Sonny Chiba (Hattori Hanzo); Yuen Woo-ping (Pei Mei); Michael Madsen (Budd); Daryl Hannah (Elle D... SPIDER-MAN 3: Two Disc Special Edition
by Tim Janson (Sun 10-28-2007)
One of the biggest films of 2007, Spider-Man 3, hits DVD this Tuesday so it’s time to take a second look at the film, and the wide range of extras on the two disc special edition. Have you noticed how the directors of superhero films cannot res... These two Tom's are a pair of THIEVES
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 11-08-2004)
Here's a cool take on a cops and robbers movie: instead of having the bad guys steal high profile goods like gems, gold or money, have them go after rare and valuable comic books, baseball cards and old lunchboxes worth big bucks. That's the premise for T... Deth Eternal Part Two
by John Thonen (Thu 08-08-2002)
The sixth and latest entry in producer Charles Band's long running sci-fi series, TRANCERS, has recently been released on video and DVD. So what better time to take a look back at the career of Jack Deth, the time traveling, tough guy cop who stars in the... Dimension Picks Up Two from Horror Duo
by News Editor (Mon 09-25-2006)
Dimension Films has bought two scripts from Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan, the writers of FEAST.The first script is MIDNIGHT, which centers on an ex-con who is in desperate need of money to pay off his ex-wife to prevent her from leaving town with the... Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Tue 10-31-2006)
Garfield has been a humorous cat longer than I have been alive, and it started way back in print. The comic strip mainly features the characters John Arbuckle, Odie, and Garfield, but over the course of time, it has become the one of the most popular ... Lord of the Cinematic RINGS Part Two
by SCOTT COLLURA (Tue 01-08-2002)
Now that director Peter Jackson's THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING is a bona fide success, fans have already begun buzzing about the next film in the LORD OF THE RINGS series, THE TWO TOWERS. But as the New Zealand-born filmmaker explained in the first part of ... The Master of BEASTMASTER Part Two
by John Thonen (Sat 11-03-2001)
In the first part of our Don Coscarelli interview, the director discussed his work on the much-loved cult classic BEASTMASTER and its recent arrival on DVD. Today, in the final part of our Coscarelli coverage, the filmmaker expounds further on the Marc Si... Manga Review: Tea For Two, Volume 1
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 05-22-2008)
It's necessary for yaoi manga reviews to be a little gauche because the genre has to be judged by different standards than the norm. There are only two questions to consider: Is the story original and worth following?
The answer here is often “No.... Making MODERN VAMPIRES, Part Two
by Steve Biodrowski (Fri 11-26-1999)
In Part One of our conversation with Richard Elfman , the director discussed the travails of shooting a decidedly non-P.C. movie on a restricted budget and schedule. In Part Two, he assesses the finished work, and places it within the context of his previ... DVD Shopping Bag: One Disc, Two Disc, Blue Disc?
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 07-08-2008)
This week Warner Home Entertainment will release their DVD movie tie-in Batman - Gotham Knight. We have three different versions to choose from, unlike Justice League: A New Frontier which had four (R.I.P. HD-DVD), so which will it be? Times are tough all... TV Not on DVD: The Your-Two-Cents Edition
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 10-31-2005)
Well, there are weeks where y'all are talkative and weeks where I'm left wondering if anybody even reads this damn thing. Last week was clearly the former, as the subject of TV on DVD seems to have brought you all out of the lurking woodwork. There's a ... Hagrid Talks Harry Part Two
by CHRIS WYATT (Sun 11-25-2001)
British actor Robbie Coltrane is a veteran performer, having appeared in films like HENRY V, FLASH GORDON and THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH. He's now featured in one of the biggest films of his career though, playing Hagrid in HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S ST... June slows down after two months filled with genre gems.
by John Thonen (Tue 06-13-2000)
After a genre-gem filled April and May, which included the video arrival of theatrical goodies ( The Sixth Sense, The Phantom Menace, Stir of Echoes) and DTV (direct-to-video for those of you who aren`t regular readers of this column, and just what`s your... RED DWARF: THE ORIGINAL SERIES TWO
by TONY WHITT (Mon 08-11-2003)
Comparing the first and second seasons of RED DWARF isn't so much like comparing apples and oranges - it's more like comparing lemons and oranges. With lemons you can kinda see the appeal and you think that they'd be a little more palatable if they were s... Jurassic Lark - Part Two
by John Thonen (Sun 11-11-2001)
In part one of our RAPTOR profile, director Jim Wynorski explained how his latest direct-to-video dinosaur fest is a "Hardware Film"a picture that utilizes footage from other films, in this case John Buechler's animatronic dinos from the CARNOSAUR movies.... KILL BILL gets chopped into two
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 07-16-2003)
It was first rumored to be happening last week in the pages of Entertainment Weekly and now Variety has confirmed it: Quentin Tarantino's KILL BILL will be broken up into two separate movies. The first part of KILL BILL will open in theaters on October 10... Sebastian Spence's Next Wave -- Part Two
by Miwa Hirai (Sun 09-16-2001)
In part one of CINESCAPE's profile of Sebastian Spence, the actor discussed his disappointment over the cancellation of his Sci-Fi Channel series FIRST WAVE as well as some of his current plans. In Part two, Spence delves deeper into the series' story arc... Peter Jackson Straddles THE TWO TOWERS Part Two
by SCOTT COLLURA (Wed 12-18-2002)
Director Peter Jackson has changed the face of genre filmmaking with the success of his LORD OF THE RINGS movie trilogy. Based, of course, on J.R.R. Tolkien's ever-popular book series, THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, THE TWO TOWERS and THE RETURN OF THE KING ... Merchandising: The Search for More Money!
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-16-2008)
The summer draws near, and comic publishers saturate fans with news and previews of upcoming films, conventions, and merchandise of all stripes. Compared to the Bronze Age and earlier, comic fandom has much more to offer. Back then, fans could b... Hypnotizing Woody Part Two
by Scott Collura (Sun 08-26-2001)
In part one of CINESCAPE's Woody Allen interview, the filmmaker discussed his newest film, the screwball comedy THE CURSE OF THE JADE SCORPION. Here he continues to talk about the casting of the film, his alleged "popularity" among Hollywood actors and hi... Ship of Ghouls - Part Two
by Marc Shapiro (Tue 10-29-2002)
As the first non-William Castle remake from Dark Castle Productions, director Steve Beck's GHOST SHIP looks to fill the ghastlyand successfulshoes of previous Dark Castle pics THIRTEEN GHOSTS and HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL. Today, Beck continues his talk with ... The Accidental Tourist Part Two
by Pamela Harland (Sat 09-08-2001)
In Part 1 of CINESCAPE's profile of Vincent D'Onofrio, the actor discussed his latest role in the time travel love story HAPPY ACCIDENTS. Now in Part 2, D'Onofrio talks about his upcoming TV series, LAW AND ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT, as well as his spin as a... Directing HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE, Part Two
by Edward Gross (Thu 11-18-1999)
[In Part One of our retrospective interview, Peter Hunt discussed his tenure as an editor on the first three James Bond films: DR. NO, FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE, and GOLDFINGER. In Part Two, Hunt discusses the three remaining films on which he worked: THUNDER... THE TIME MACHINE Revisted, Part Two
by Craig Reid (Thu 06-29-2000)
In Part One of my story about the 40th Anniversary Celebration Screening of H.G. Wells` THE TIME MACHINE, I discussed the beauty of downtown LA`s Orpheum Theatre and how the LA Conservancy runs an Annual Last Remaining Seats Film Festival to widen awarene... The Making of MORE, Part Two
by Steve Biodrowski (Mon 11-29-1999)
Whatever the difficulties of working in the large screen format, writer-director Mark Osborne also found himself the beneficiary of several donations, including a motion-control rig. `The year that I got to Cal Arts as a teacher, I went back to some profe... SG-1: Beyond The Gate - Part Two
by Miwa Hirai (Thu 06-13-2002)
Now that STARGATE SG-1 has found a new home for its final season on the Sci-Fi Channel, it seems the potential for quality stories, performances and special effects is better than ever. Today we conclude our chat with executive producer Robert C. Cooper a... Astro Boy's Voice of Speed - Part Two
by Andrew Hershberger (Fri 06-21-2002)
The prolific Peter Fernandez has helped bring movies and shows like SPEED RACER, the original ASTRO BOY, ULTRAMAN, GIGANTOR, MARINE BOY, A FISTFUL OF DOLLARS, FOR A FEW DOLLARS MORE, CINEMA PARADISIO and MAD MAX to American audiences. You might not recogn... TITANS OF FINANCE: TRUE TALES OF MONEY & BUSINESS
by Tony Whitt (Mon 09-24-2001)
Some may consider it in poor taste to review a comic that so completely trounces Wall Street, especially in the current trying times. But R. Walker and Josh Neufeld's TITANS OF FINANCE is one of those books that shouldn't be ignored, as it's doing somethi... When Good Snakes BOA Bad Part Two
by John Thonen (Sun 06-09-2002)
BOA is the latest in a string of direct-to-video (DTV) snake movies spawned by the theatrical success of ANACONDA. A production of the Unified Film Organization (or U.F.O.), but distributed by Columbia TriStar, BOA is the company's second entry into sinis... Who Controls This Universe? Part Two
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Sun 02-24-2002)
Andy Richter, the former sidekick on LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O'BRIEN, successfully set out on his own two years ago with a series of film and TV roles. The latest of these gigs is as the leadobviouslyin Fox's midseason replacement series ANDY RICHTER CONTRO... The Industry's Dark Horse Part Two
by Eric Moro (Thu 11-27-2003)
In part one of our "publisher profile," Dark Horse Comics president Mike Richardson discussed the company's origins and its commitment to creator rights. In this segment, the publisher examines the company's movie production arm, taking a candid look at s... Speculating on ENTERPRISE Part Two
by Mike Whybark (Thu 02-28-2002)
With the newest STAR TREK show, ENTERPRISE, a bonafide hit, it only seems right to do a little cross-indexing of data between the new show and the Kirk-era STAR TREK which takes place 115 years later. In part one of our study, we learned that we might be ... Crushing Love Vol.#01
by Danielle Van Gorder (Tue 03-04-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ritsu NatsumizuTranslated by:Issei ShimizuAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayKeiichi Kuroda is a wealthy but selfish man who loaned his ex-boyfriend a large sum of money and is expecting payback. Kaoru Otowa needs 5 million yen by the... A Gathering For Gaiman (Part Two)
by Steve Fritz (Thu 06-28-2001)
"CORALINE is about a little girl who lives in one of those mansions that have been converted into flats," says Gaiman. "One day, she discovers a door she never knew was there. Inside she finds a flat very similar to hers. This includes people who look ver... David Hine: Comics, Manga, & More!
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Fri 11-10-2006)
I got into the indy comics scene late, so I never heard of David Hine until a few years ago when he began working for the stateside offices of Marvel Comics. In a short space of time there were a few Marvel miniseries: Daredevil Redemption, Son of M., th... 10 questions with FUTURAMA's funnyman - Part Two
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 08-18-2003)
Last week David X. Cohen answered the first five of my questions about his cancelled-but-not-forgotten animated TV series FUTURAMA and today I'm back with the final part of my talk with Cohen. If you haven't heard, Fox Home Video has just released Volume ... Riding in Cars Part Two
by Pamela Harland (Mon 03-11-2002)
JOY RIDE producers Chris Moore and J.J. Abrams (ALIAS) are hoping their film, which did mediocre box office during its theatrical release, will find its true audience when it hits home video and DVD this week. The film follows two brothers, Lewis (Paul Wa... Jeffrey Combs Profile, Part Two: Going Beyond Re-Animator
by Anna L. Kaplan (Thu 02-24-2000)
After the cult movie success of RE-ANIMATOR, a somewhat surprised Jeffrey Combs found himself embarking on a career making horror movies, often with some of the same cast and crew. He says, `FROM BEYOND [1986] was the same sort of artistic group, same pro... Seeing UNSEEN EVIL Part Two
by John Thonen (Sun 03-31-2002)
Director Jay Woelfel's UNSEEN EVIL stars Richard Hatch (Apollo from BATTLESTAR GALACTICA) and Tim Thomerson (Jack Deth himself) in a pleasantly surprising, low budget, direct-to-video little chiller. Today we continue our profile of Woelfel and his partic... William Friedkin at the Fangoria Weekend of Horrors, Part Two
by Steve Biodrowski (Sun 08-27-2000)
Part One of our report on William Friedkin’s appearance at the Fangoria Weekend of Horrors covered his opening comments, in which he explained how he came to direct The Exorcist and why he finally decided to re-edit the film for re-release this September ... The Hidden Side of Claudia Christian, Part Two
by Steve Biodrowski (Sun 02-06-2000)
In Part One of our Claudia Christian career profile, we looked at the actress`s early work in television and films, including her memorable appearance in THE HIDDEN, a sleeper success that in some ways set the tone for the rest of her career. For although... James Bond Lite Part Two
by John Thonen (Sun 05-12-2002)
Hitting video stores across the country last week was ROD STEELE: YOU ONLY LIVE UNTIL YOU DIE, a James Bond spoof whose title character is dubbed as follows: "More class than Bond... More hip than Powers... And dumber than Smart." Today, writer-director R... Comicscape - November 19, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 11-19-2003)
OPINION: It still amazes me that, before three weeks ago, I had never heard of BitTorrent, the revolutionary (and controversial) new way of trading comics via the Web. But it wasn't until a friend told me about it at a faculty party that I checked into it... From Comics2Film to Comics: YOUNG ANCIENT ONE's Rob Worley -- Part Two
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 12-24-2003)
Continuing from part one of my interview with YOUNG ANCIENT ONE writer Rob Worley, today we'll find out more about the biggest curve ball thrown to the Marvel comic book, that being the sudden change to turn it from a three-issue mini-series and instead b... SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE - The Making of the Motion Picture
by Edward Gross (Fri 02-18-2000)
For anyone doubting the impact Christopher Reeve had on audiences in his interpretation of Superman, they need look no farther than the world's reaction to his tragic horse-riding accident four years ago. The love and support demonstrated spoke volumes an... Christopher Young Descends to THE CORE Part Two
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 04-17-2003)
Last week, we began speaking with composer Christopher Young (HELLRAISER, FLOWERS IN THE ATTIC, SWORDFISH, THE GLASS HOUSE, SPECIES, URBAN LEGEND, etc.) about his new musical score for Jon Amiel's science fiction epic THE CORE. The music, performed by an ... If I Can Make it There: Tanya York Part Two
by John Thonen (Tue 07-02-2002)
Independent film producer and video distributor York Entertainment recently celebrated their tenth year as a provider of home entertainment in one of the toughest businesses around. Tanya York, the company's president and founder, took the time to chat wi... Attack of the Fans: George Lucas Speaks! Part Two
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Fri 05-24-2002)
In part one of CINESCAPE's George Lucas interview, the filmmaker discussed his rocky relationship with the press after the critical lashing he received for THE PHANTOM MENACE. In this installment, the director explains why exactly he returned for a preque... Getting the Heads Rolling: Christopher Lee Speaks, Part Two
by Craig D. Reid (Wed 04-26-2000)
In Part One of our interview with the illustrious Christopher Lee, the actor shared his opinions about the press (specifically, the British Press), his humble beginnings as an actor, and an influential conversation with Boris Karloff, and discussed what i... Paycheck
by Coming Attractions (Tue 03-25-2003)
Genre: Science Fiction. Studio: Paramount Pictures/DreamWorks. Production Company: Spyglass Entertainment. Project Phase: In Development.Who's In It: Ben Affleck (Jennings); Aaron Eckhart (Rethrick, in negotiations).Who's Making It: John Woo (Director); D... The Magical Albus Dumbledore Part Two
by CHRIS WYATT (Mon 12-03-2001)
In part one of CINESCAPE's interview with Richard Harris, the actor explained that it was at his granddaughter's urging that he decided to sign on for the role of Headmaster Albus Dumbledore in the hit film HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE. Today, in... Another motorcycle film chases FURIOUS money
by Christopher Allan Smith (Tue 07-16-2002)
At the same time the developing motorcycle street-racing film TORQUE is gearing up to become THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS on two wheels, DreamWorks is gearing up for BIKER BOYZ, another motorcycle action thriller. What's more, it's snagged Laurence Fishburne,... Review: 'Legion of Super Heroes - Volume Two'
by Jim Harvey (Thu 02-28-2008)
"While kids may be expecting a bit more in this volume in terms of Superman, they’ll only find episodes focusing on two of the Legion members. This is the flaw of volume releases (on top of it costing people more money in the long run) in that ... Matthew O'Leary, Frailty's Child Part Two
by Pamela Harland (Fri 04-19-2002)
14 year old Matthew O'Leary is currently starring alongside Matthew McConaughey and Bill Paxton in Paxton's directorial debut, the dark thriller FRAILTY. O'Leary plays the younger version of Fenton Meiks McConaughey plays the older Fenton who, along wit... Secret Sex Stories Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 10-20-2005)
What They SaySo long as there is a man and a woman in the world, a sex story can take place anywhere and anytime. Here we introduce two different sex stories of three very beautiful women.
Story 1:
Having heard about a housewife passing down her late hu... Lupin the 3rd TV Vol. #14: For Larva or Money
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 04-01-2006)
What They SayLupin and the gang travel around the world stealing the finest treasures. Cracking the unbreakable safe of \"supernational\" bank is just for starters, then the crew raise the Tokugawa Era\'s golden cannon from the deep sea by Japan.
In Los ... Comicscape - August 10, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 08-10-2005)
A couple of weeks ago, a COMICSCAPE reader asked me to do a column about breaking into comics. Here, I present the first of a couple of columns on the subject. Many comics professionals began their career in self-publishing they created their own books, ... King of Debt Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Fri 04-04-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Sanae Rokuya Translated by:Melanie SchoenAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayTaketora, The King of Debt, is notorious for borrowing money--money that he never pays back. He and Souta have been friends since college and Souta just can'... The Failings of Anime
by Ron Ferrara (-)
Yes, there is such a thing. Now I'm usually one to write about why I love anime in the capacity that I do, but I've found the more I watch anime, or engage in anything for that matter, the more I realize where anime is lacking. I'm going to try to look... Don May Jr.: Cult Film Maverick! Part Two
by Andrew Hershberger (Sun 04-14-2002)
Known as the "Criterion of Cult," DVD label Synapse Films (www.synapse-films.com) has made a name for itself in just a few short years with releases such as VAMPYROS LESBOS, ORGAN, SHE KILLED IN ECSTASY, EVIL DEAD TRAP and EXORCISM. Co-run by living DVD a... Being a Brief Discussion of Anime Dubs: Nerima Daikon Brothers, Volume Two
by Way Jeng (Wed 03-07-2007)
It's time once again for a brief discussion of Nerima Daikon Brothers. This show made a considerable impression in dub circles as a rare example of an anime musical, and it boasted an impressive dub to boot. The second volume carries on in the same tradit... 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... Hermes: Winds of Love (Sat 03-30-2002)
What They SayFull of exciting adventure and great passion, this animated Japanese favorite tells the legendary tale of the mythological hero Hermes. The creator of the world orders Hermes to defeat the evil King Minos, tyrant of Crete. With his beautiful ...Comicscape - August 25, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 08-25-2004)
OPINION: Last week we spoke to Richard and Wendy Pini, whose latest chapter in the ELFQUEST saga, THE SEARCHER AND THE SWORD, has just been released by DC as a 96-page hardcover graphic novel. (And before I forget, let me publicly say thank you to Alexand... Figure 17 Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 01-02-2004)
What They SayAn alien police agent named Oldeena arrives on the scene, but with all her training, she still runs into trouble with the ferocious Maguar. Now the task falls upon Tsubasa and Hikaru and their ability to form into the fighting bio-android Fig... KANGAROO JACK bounces on stage
by Mike Whybark (Mon 01-20-2003)
Three newcomers join the pack this week led by KANGAROO JACK, a comedy from Jerry Bruckheimer opening at number one, while Martin Lawrence's NATIONAL SECURITY opened at number two to decent reviews. The third member of the troika, A GUY THING, opened at n... Comicscape - November 26, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 11-26-2003)
OPINION: Before we get started, two plugs: one, an invitation to visit CINESCAPE's comic book message forum in addition to sending e-mail to yours truly, so that you don't have to wait for me to reprint your letter before others can respond to it; and two... TWO TOWERS gets two Golden Globe noms
by Mike Whybark (Thu 12-19-2002)
THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER covers this year's Golden Globes nominations. Genre films were weakly represented in the main categories, with honorary genre flick GANGS OF NEW YORK leading the nomination count at five, Peter Jackson's THE TWO TOWERS adding nomina... Nurse Witch Komugi Complete Collection
by Bryan Morton (Thu 10-11-2007)
What They SayCosplay saves the world!
Ungrar is busy spreading viruses with Koyori, the Magical Maid. And the brainwashing schemes of the Magical Teacher can only spell double shifts for our heroine! From battling pro-wrestlers to corralling absentee ani... Comicscape March 23, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-23-2005)
Somebody call the newspapers like, all of them because something happened this week that will never happen again: everyone agreed with my rant about the 1990s comic boom. Seriously, guys, I'm about to cry and send everyone those annoying Yahoo e-cards.... Blu-Ray & HD-DVD: Choices Ahead
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 01-12-2005)
Way back in 1996, the home video market was coming off something of a high in the "high end" area of laserdisc releases. A bit of a revival of sorts had occurred as prices had dropped down for regular releases somewhat, players were a bit more affordable ... Very! Very! Sweet Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Thu 09-11-2008)
It's a clash of cultures and personality when a spoiled Japanese student gets sent off to Korea and meets his spunky, new Korean neighbor.Creative TalentWriter/Artist:JiSang Shin / GeoTranslated by:Jackie OhAdapted by:Jackie OhWhat They SayChuyosi is a re... Superman Returns
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Fri 04-22-2005)
Genre:Superhero/Comic Book Adaptation/Action.Studio:Warner Brothers.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:In Development.Who's In It:Brandon Routh (Clark Kent/Kal-El/"Superman"); Kevin Spacey (Lex Luthor); Kate Bosworth (Lois Lane); Hugh Laurie (Perry ... My Private Tutor / Fairy in the Forest
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-27-2005)
What They SayMy Private Tutor
Who ever knew college classes could be so fun ? When this college student asked for help she got more than she ever bargained for from her private tutor. She tried to resist at first but gave into the intense pleasure. Forget... Tenchi in Tokyo Vol. #6
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Greetings to you Tenchi enthusiasts all across The Fruited Plain (and The True North Strong and Free, and The Land of the Rising Sun, and wherever else you have the Internet). The views expressed by the writer of this review may not be those of... Maburaho Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-31-2005)
What They SayAs if high school wasn\'t difficult enough, Kazuki Shikimori is now dealing with life as a ghost! But that minor setback hasn\'t deterred Yuna, Kuriko and Rin from trying to woo him. Although it appeared Kuriko only had eyes for Kazuki, a mys... Comicscape - June 7, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 06-07-2006)
Last week's mixed-bag review of X-MEN: THE LAST STAND generated a small truckload of mail. The reactions ranged from complete agreement with my review, to total disagreement from fans that thought the film met or exceeded the previous two. Regardless, t... Tell me about a movie
by Brian Thomas (Tue 08-15-2006)
INSIDE MAN, which we featured as a giveaway prize in last week's column, is a first class heist thriller, and one of Spike Lee's most accessible films. Lee has come to carry a weight on his shoulders, a reputation for making "message" movies that no one w... TWO TOWERS snubbed, part two
by Mike Whybark (Wed 02-12-2003)
THE AGE caught up with director of cinematography Michael Funke of THE TWO TOWERS to plumb the depths of their reactions to the relative paucity of Oscar nominations for the film this year. As noted in another news story at CINESCAPE today, THE TWO TOWERS... Being a Brief Discussion with Jeff Thompson
by Way Jeng (Thu 03-24-2005)
Interviewer: Way Jeng
If you're a fan of New York dubs, you've probably seen some of Jeff Thompson's work. He has worked on many shows, including Boogiepop Phantom, The Irresponsible Captain Tylor, and His and Her Circumstances. I had a chance to speak w... Comicscape - February 11, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 02-11-2004)
OPINION: First off, my thanks to Justin Campbell, who wrote in to tell me that the silent classic THE GOLEM has indeed been released on DVD. I'll have to get Brian Thomas to review that sometime... On the subject of parallel continuities, or the idea that... THE LATHE OF HEAVEN: Making the Film
by Frederick C. Szebin (Mon 07-17-2000)
For many years the crowning achievement in sci-fi literature/cinematic adaptation was Stanley Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke`s 2001: A Space Odyssey. That film showed that literature, science fiction concepts and motion picture art could co-exist and even s... Embracing Love: Cherished Spring
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-28-2008)
What They SayKyousuke Iwakai and Youji Katou are two of the hottest stars of Japan\'s all-male adult film industry. They share the dream of shedding the bonds of their trade and emerging as true actors. The two share many sordid encounters on and off the ... Disturbia wins but not by much
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 04-29-2007)
Did you think Disturbia winning 1st place last week with only 13 mil in receipts was something hardly worth talking about? Well, it’s worse this week. The winner, Disturbia, doesn’t even in pull in 10 mil. Yep, you heard me. In a box office... A CLOCKWORK ORANGE: Malcolm McDowell at the American Cinematheque
by Steve Biodrowski (Sat 06-23-2001)
On Thursday, June 21, at 7:30pm, the American Cinematheque kicked off its four-day series, "Outside Looking In: A Tribute to Malcolm McDowell," with a Thirtieth Anniversary screening of A CLOCKWORK ORANGE, one of the actor's most memorable and controversi... Daredevil Interview: Duncan: The Once and Future Kingpin
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 02-07-2003)
Continuing our
coverage of Twentieth Century Fox's Daredevil press junket Comics2Film
presents this transcript of the round-table interview with Michael Clarke
Duncan, who plays Kingpin in the movie.
Q: What's your typical breakfast?
... TITAN A.E. on Disc
by Steve Biodrowski (Tue 11-07-2000)
When Titan A.E. came out this summer, its poor box office performance put an end to Fox’s animation studio. So in a way, you have to give them credit for not giving up on the film, for going the extra length to put out a special edition DVD presentation f... AMONG US
by Brian Thomas (Thu 07-22-2004)
Like George Romero, Mark and John Polonia have been making low budget horror films in Pennsylvania for years – but there most of the similarities end. For example, while the Polonias are twin brothers, Romero is not. And while Romero has made classics lik... Comicscape - June 8, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-09-2004)
OPINION: OK, I goofed. Although it's been amended since then, any of you who read this column before Thursday will have noticed that I misattributed the recent words of Warren Ellis to M. Ali Choudhury, who reported them to me. (Amongst those who caught t... SCI Channel Gets Upfront with New Shows!
by Stephen Lackey (Fri 03-21-2008)
SCIFI Channel recently hosted their upfronts for the return of existing shows and the kickoff of all new ones. This year finds the network with one of its most diverse schedules ever with all the expected series coming back and some new ones scripted... Galaxy Angel A Complete Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-03-2006)
What They SayContains all 26 episodes Galaxy Angel A in one complete DVD collection!
There\'s a new upstart squad that\'s gunning to make the Angel Brigade look bad and take over their work. The girls are going to have to collect more Lost Technology, s... Speed Grapher Premieres on IFC this Friday (Thu 03-06-2008)
Imagine a world where any and every sordid desire can be fulfilled…if the price is right. Premieres on IFC Friday, March 7 @ 11:00pm ET/PT Animated Series distributed by FUNimation Entertainment, 24 x half hour episodes Dubbed in English ItR...DVD - The Time is Now
by Roman Martel (Thu 10-01-1998)
Well, if you?re reading this, you must either have a DVD player or at least are thinking of getting one. You also may know by now the many benefits of the format, in comparison to VHS and LD. Let?s recap some of those for a moment. You get digital sound a... Vision of the Other Side Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 09-12-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Lin Yu-ChinTranslated by:Christine NiAdapted by:What They SayIn a land where chivalry exists and heroes are living legends, an extraordinary adventure awaits a young Princess. Nan-Fan, Princess of Tang: young, naïve, and stro... FARSCAPE: Paul Goddard
by Anna L. Kaplan (Mon 01-15-2001)
Actor Paul Goddard plays Stark, one of the many recurring characters on the Sci-Fi Channel’s Farscape. Stark figures prominently in the last four episodes of season two airing this month, appearing first in the three-part `Liars, Guns and Money,` and then... Conan, The Boy In Future Memorial Box (-)
What They Say5 discs contain episodes 1 - 26. This classic sci-fi adventure show was originally aired 20 years ago but thnaks to the direction by Hayao Miyazaki and his style, doesn\'t look dated at all. Our hero is a boy in the post apocalyptic future, w...Freeman on Wanted and The Dark Knight (Wed 08-29-2007)
Morgan Freeman appears in two upcoming comic adaptations: 'Wanted' and 'The Dark Knight'. He talked to ComingSoon about both roles: "My character [in Wanted] is not easily defined even by me who is a master of character definition. I play a guy who ost...801 Media Anime Expo Wrap-Up (Tue 07-17-2007)
Summer is almost over, but the fun is just about to begin! Los Angeles, CA, July 17, 2007 - Anime Expo is over and the ladies and gentlemen of 801 Media Inc. are happy to announce new titles for 2008. The Prime Minister's Secret Diplomacy by Youka Nitt...DOOM Shoots Up Box Office
by News Editor (Mon 10-24-2005)
...lion) 10. Two for the Money - $2.4 million ($20.7 million) FOG Engulfs Box Office
by News Editor (Mon 10-17-2005)
...million7. Two for the Money - $4.6 million ($16.5 million)8. A History of Violence - $3.6 million ($22.4 million)9. Tim Burton's Corpse Bride - $3.5 million ($47.65 million)10. The Gospel - $3.2 million (12.2 million) The 10 Best Sci-Fi Films Never Made
by David Wong (Sat 11-22-2008)
So the news came out that the Half Life movie directed by Quentin Tarantino is destined to join the list of the greatest science fiction movies that were never actually filmed. It has damned good company ...
10. The "Real" Alien 3
The... Comicscape - March 31, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 03-31-2004)
OPINION: Before I begin this week's discussion of the comic books you most wanted to see made into movies, I'd like to share one e-mail in particular that made a very deep impression on me, sent by no less than the producer of LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENT... Ai Yori Aoshi Vol. #1: Faithfully Yours
by Way Jeng (Sun 07-13-2003)
The Review!One problem often encountered by romantic comedies is that they get accused of being superficial and simplistic. While arguments can be made both for and against the point it's pretty obvious that a number of people would enjoy a greater amount... ALIAS: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON
by Tony Whitt (Tue 09-30-2003)
Sydney Bristow is your typical everyday grad student in English lit - that is, if you ignore the fact that she's also a secret agent for SD-6, a black ops branch of the CIA. But when her fiancé is killed after she tells him about her job, she discovers th... Comicscape - December 22, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 12-22-2004)
Wow, the big day is only three days off, isn't it? And here I am with none of my presents bought yet. (Of course, my idea of a present is an on-line gift certificate from Amazon.com, so Christmas shopping is never all that arduous. Besides, it's the thoug... IRON THUNDER: Direct-to-Video
by John Thonen (Tue 12-19-2000)
Jay Woelfel, writer-director of the recent direct-to-video (DTV) release Iron Thunder, is one of the warriors in the low budget movie trenches. His 1988 debut film, Beyond Dream`s Door, was praised in Cinefantastique magazine for its style and imaginat... Miami Guns Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-31-2004)
What They SayWhen partners Yao & Lu are ordered to clean up an island resort paradise, the assignment seems like a reward, until they find themselves stalked by a masked serial killer. They may not be at Camp Crystal Lake, but it\'s certainly Friday the 1... Original Dirty Pair Movie Collection (Thinpak)
by Brett Barkley (Tue 11-08-2005)
What They SayIt's as if the Dirty Pair are in your galactic neighborhood! The original girls with guns are back! Kei and Yuri, the Lovely Angels, top agents of the World Welfare & Works Association (3WA), known throughout the rest of the galaxy as angels... 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... Photos from ManiaFest Day Three - and the Masters of Horror speak!
by Sue Schneider and Marcia Groft (Thu 09-25-2003)
Day three of ManiaFest started early with a Masters of Horror Panel, featuring emerging talent and established filmmakers. The panel consisted of Wes Craven, Stuart Gordon, Tobe Hooper, Rob Zombie and Eli Roth with the moderator being Cinescape's Editor-i... The Remaking of Star Trek, Part 7: Developing a New Series
by Edward Gross (Mon 12-20-1999)
With the STAR TREK II writer/director’s bible having been written, producer Harold Livingston began contacting writers and agents in an effort to get the first thirteen scripts in motion. `I wanted to make STAR TREK more universal,` explains Livingston m... The Remaking of STAR TREK, Part 11: The Jump to the Big Screen
by Edward Gross (Thu 12-30-1999)
By the time early November 1977 came along, production of `In Thy Image` was scheduled to begin in just a matter of weeks. It seemed that nothing was going to interfere with STAR TREK`s return. On November 10th, Gene Roddenberry shot a memo off to Bob Col... A Disturbed B.O Report
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 04-15-2007)
The past month has been a rollercoaster of surprises in our various box office reports. From Wild Hogs performing unbelievably well to 300 making us all looks like fools. From TMNT kicking ninja butt to Blades of Glory accepting the gold twice while Gr... A Promise of Romance Vol.#01
by Briana Lawrence (Tue 07-22-2008)
It’s sort of a Pretty Woman story… except Julia Roberts is a Japanese boy whose an actor, not a hooker. Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kyoko Akitsu / Tooko MiyagiTranslated by:Translation by DesignAdapted by:N/AWhat They SayA contract mar... HIGHLANDER: ENDGAME - Adrian Paul Part I
by Matthew F. Saunders (Fri 09-01-2000)
It`s never easy stepping into someone else`s shoes. And while he didn`t take over the role of Connor MacLeod from Christopher Lambert, that`s exactly what Adrian Paul did in 1992 when he signed on as the lead in the Highlander TV series, a spinoff of the ... The Sopranos - "Chasing It"
by Stephen Lackey (Tue 05-01-2007)
I am really starting to wonder how the writers of The Sopranos are going to wrap this series up. I‘d love to see it end in an epic Goodfellas or Godfather way, but it’s becoming obvious that’s not going to happen. So, all of a sudden T... FARSCAPE: Continuing Season Two
by Anna L. Kaplan (Mon 06-05-2000)
With FARSCAPE`s second season well underway, executive producer David Kemper says, `What we are doing with season two is to continue Crichton`s journey, strengthen the bonds of the characters to each other, and introduce, hopefully weekly, a new slice of ... Comicscape - April 19, 2006
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-19-2006)
Greetings, COMICSCAPE faithful, and welcome to another week of watching your credit card bill skyrocket like the national deficit. Yes, I'm hooked, too. So, don't feel bad. You've only got your wife to answer to. This week features the second (and much lo... ENCHANTED Continues Victory Dance
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 12-02-2007)
It was a weekend where half the movies didn’t budge. Five of the 10 movies landed in the same exact spot as they did last weekend while Awake’s debut pushed Hitman down one slot. It was also a weekend, judging from the numbers, where audiences... BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER "Two To Go / Grave"
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Wed 05-22-2002)
After a largely up and down season of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, patience for the devoted viewer finally came to a head with the two hour finale - combining two one-hour episodes ("Two To Go" and "Grave") into one amazingly powerful punch.Whereas the past ... Comicscape March 16, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-16-2005)
The comic boom of the 1990s has become a thing of legend. The industry went from being at the top of the pop culture game back to a niche thing. I'd say Marvel's declaring bankruptcy in December of 1996 qualifies as the industry's "rock bottom." Thousa... Bleach Box Set 2 (also w/Limited Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-22-2008)
Shifting the story to the Soul Society, Bleach hits up the action on a regular basis as Ichigo faces tougher and tougher opponents.What They SayIchigo and his friends make the erilous journey to the Soul Society and are promptly set upon by theguardians o... UNBREAKABLE
by Eric Moro (Tue 06-26-2001)
Once again, the DVD proves the perfect tool with which a director can defend his/her rather lackluster film. When a movie hits theaters, the filmmaker has no choice but to succumb to audience and media response after all, in the dog-eat-dog world of Holl... THE ONE and Only James Wong Part Two
by SCOTT COLLURA (Wed 11-07-2001)
In part one of CINESCAPE's James Wong interview, the director of THE ONE discussed the origins of the new Jet Li film as well as his views on the martial arts genre in general. Today, in our continuation of the interview, Wong talks about his past tenure ... Sprite: Between Two Worlds
by rogerhelgeson (Tue 07-19-2005)
The Review!Audio:
For our primary viewing, we listened to this the original Japanese audio track. The dialogue is crisp throughout, and the voice acting is on par with what one would expect from an anime of this type. Sampling the English dub showed tha...