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"Weird Worlds Collection: Part Two"
by John Sinnott (Mon 11-06-2006)
Image has packaged four 50’s-early 60’s SF movies together (all previously released on stand alone discs) in a very attractively priced set awkwardly titles The Weird Worlds Collection. I reviewed the first two films in part one, and ... "Weird Worlds Collection: Part One"
by John Sinnott (Fri 11-03-2006)
...e of The Weird Worlds Collection. An interesting selection of films, I’ll review the first two films (Destination Moon and Project Moon Base both of which had the involvement of SF great Robert A. Heinlein) in this article and the fina... It's All So WEIRD
by News Editor (Tue 07-26-2005)
The History Channel will soon be featuring a weekly series called WEIRD U.S. The one-hour world premiere series debuts Monday, August 1 at 10 pm. A sneak preview of WEIRD U.S. will air on Sunday, July 31 at 11 pm. Based on the best-selling book of the sam... 
Outlaw Star Collection 1
by Roman Martel (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Technical
Picture - 4
Sound - 4
Menu - 4
Presentation - 5
Extras - 4
Artistic
Animation - 4
Sound - 4
Plot - 4
Acting - 4
Music - 4
Intro-
If Bandai keeps putting out good deals on their anime DVDs I'm going to be broke. When I heard that O... THE BOLLYWOOD HORROR COLLECTION Volume 1
by BRIAN THOMAS (Mon 09-25-2006)
"There are no Indian horror movies." I live in what has been documented as the most diverse neighborhood on the planet, and as I browsed through the many Indian, Pakistani, Russian, African and Filipino video stores lining its main thoroughfare during the... WORLDS ENOUGH AND TIME
by Chris Wyatt (Mon 12-16-2002)
Readers most closely identify Dan Simmons with his rightfully popular epic SF novel HYPERION and the other three books in the HYPERION CANTOS series that followed. But Simmons has written in many other genres, including mystery and horror...and he's even ... Nadia, Secret of Blue Water Collection 1 (w/CD)
by Brett Barkley (Fri 12-02-2005)
What They SayObsessed with returning the Atlantean empire to its former glory, the evil Gargoyle will stop at nothing to get his hands on the Blue Water - the mysterious gem the young circus acrobat Nadia wears around her neck. Nadia may be a target for G... DVD Marathon
by Brian Thomas (Tue 02-03-2004)
As I mentioned in last week’s column, I spent a chunk of my weekend at the world’s longest (and longest running) movie marathon, the madness incarnate known as B-fest [www.b-fest.com]. I’m still a bit wiped from the experience as I write this, but exhilar... Gatchaman Collection (Tue 02-05-2002)
What They SayThis popular three volume mini series continues the story from the original hit U.S. television series (\"Battle of the Planets\" and \"G–Force\") and ends with the ultimate confrontation between the Alien Galactors and the Human Race. ...THE COMPLETE WEIRD CARTOONS
by Brian Thomas (Tue 05-04-2004)
Johnny Legend has been many things in his checkered career. Some know him as an actor (BRIDE OF RE-ANIMATOR), while others may think of him as a rockabilly singer or wrestling manager. Nevertheless, I’ll always consider his work as a film preservatio... Outlaw Star Collection 2
by David Owens (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Woo, I am REALLY sorry I missed Outlaw Star a couple years ago on VHS (although VHS wouldn't do it much justice, frankly). The second set of episodes serve up more fun and excitement from Gene and the crew of the Outlaw Star, and there's some p... ADV Films has set a street date for Arc the Lad: Day of Reckoning (Mon 09-17-2001)
September 17, 2001 Houston, TX ADV Films has set a street date of November 27th, 2001 for the upcoming home video release of Arc the Lad: "Day of Reckoning". ADV Films plans concurrent day & date release of both VHS and DVD formats for this final spellb...Urotsukidoji Perfect Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayAccording to legend, every 3,000 years, the three realms of demons, humans, and man-beasts are united by the revival of a being more powerful than them all—and the coming of this Overfiend means chaos and destruction!
Determined to fin... The Wizard Explored
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-01-2007)
Penguin Group USA unveils a powerful new anthology on hardcover featuring fantasy’s most prestigious character archetypes: the almighty, all-ass-kicking wizard. Neil Gaiman, Kage Baker, Orson Scott Card, and many other established fantasy authors ro... It’s A Wizards of the Coast Week
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 04-10-2007)
Although not considered a large publisher when compared to the big boys of genre book distribution, it’s weeks like these that Wizards of the Coast can truly flaunt their almost religious devotion to fantasy fiction. Nearly all of their popular s... WORLD'S BEST COMICS: GOLDEN AGE SAMPLER
by Tony Whitt (Tue 10-14-2003)
I can only surmise, judging by the recent release of the BATMAN ARCHIVES VOL. 1 for $19.95 and this week's WORLD'S BEST COMICS: GOLDEN AGE SAMPLER, that perhaps DC's Archives line isn't selling as well as before. Either that, or they'd like to sell a lot... Something Weird Under "R"
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 09-16-2003)
Last week we talked about DVD-Rs – those computer-recorded DVDs that some smaller labels are using as an economic format to get their material on disc. Something Weird Video is featured often in this column due to their frequent DVD releases through Image... Saber Marionette J Collection 1
by David Owens (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Wow, talk about a fun collection dual-disc set. I thought it was pretty scary when I got Outlaw Star and watched it 3 or 4 times in the first week; I got Saber Marionette J on Wednesday, and watched it once completely through, all 9 episodes, ... Aika Collection 1 (Fri 08-25-2000)
What They SayA sexy kind of anime \'\'AlKa\'\' is out on DVD. Contains episodes 1-3. Only the first-pressing edition carries a pinup of AlKa, and comes in a clear sleeve. Carries an \'\'AlKa sexy chapter\'\'(?). The Review!Intro (Note that this is more ...James Bond Collection #3
by Stuart Galbraith IV (Thu 12-14-2000)
For years, James Bond fans bemoaned the seemingly endless cycle of `special edition` 007 laserdiscs. It seemed that, as soon as they bought a deluxe laserdisc of, say, From Russia With Love, yet another `special edition` would be announced. This annoying ... WARIO WORLD
by James Stevenson (Tue 07-08-2003)
It seems that this is the summer of WARIO, as Nintendo has recently released WARIOWARE MEGA MICROGAME$ for the Game Boy Advance, and now WARIO WORLD for the GameCube. Both games can be summed up as one word: short. While WARIOWARE was intended to be ... Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam Collection 2 (Anime Legends Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-10-2008)
What They SayIn Zeta Gundam, the sequel to the original Mobile Suit Gundam series, the Universal Century world is locked into an escalating conflict. While the AEUG resistance group strives to convince the world of the justice of its cause, the brutal Tit... ADV Films sets street date for Robotech: Flight 5 (-)
ADV Films has set a street date of December 11, 2001 for the DVD release of the 5th flight of the best-selling Robotech series containing the dramatic conclusion of the Robotech Masters saga. ADV Films plans a concurrent release for Robotech v9: Robotech...Monster Collection Vol.#02
by Connie Zhang (Wed 06-27-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Sei Itoh Translated by:Alexis KirschAdapted by:Jake ForbesWhat They SayKasche continues her quest to become a monster summoner! Kasche\'s hunt for the stolen Guardian of Knowledge has led her to the once-peaceful city of Walla... 'ReBoot' Home Video Collection to Be Released By ADV Films (Thu 07-20-2000)
Company Press Release SOURCE: ADV Films HOUSTON, July 20 /PRNewswire/ -- ADV Films is excited to present to you one of the greatest 3-D animation titles ever produced, 'ReBoot'. Ever wondered what happened inside your computer when you switch it on? Ste...Urotsukidoji: New Saga Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 08-01-2004)
What They SayAn immortal beast-man of supernatural lusts, Amano Jaku escapes prison to gratify his appetites at Meishin College. But the campus is not just a hotbed of luscious coeds ? it\'s the breeding ground of a hideous monster! The Ultra God is Amano... New Bernard Herrmann collection due from Silva Screen
by Randall Larson (Mon 04-10-2006)
The term "Hermannesque" is now standard classical music terminology underlining Bernard Herrmann's stature as a legendary film composer Silva's new collection, Bernard Herrmann: The Essential Film Music Collection has been carefully selected from his for... Pilot Candidate Complete Collection
by Jennifer Rocks (Fri 05-18-2007)
What They SayThe planet Zion has become mankind\'s last hope for survival. But the legions of Victim are intent on destroying humanity!
Five humanoid fighting weapons called Ingrids are capable of stopping Victim\'s onslaught, but only the best pilots a... The Saga Continues
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-22-2007)
In light of the biggest gaming news of 2007 (thus far), this Tuesday’s schedule reinforces the fact that some of the best genre narratives don’t have to originate from the traditional literary form. Greetings all you Maniac readers and welcome... THE COMPLETE SUPERMAN COLLECTION: DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY EDITION
by Jason Bovberg (Tue 09-19-2000)
Imagine you’re among the audience that’s about to watch the 1942 premiere of Casablanca. You’ve got a bag of peanuts, a bottle of Coca-Cola and a carton of cigarettes. People around you are talking, laughing and smoking, ready for a great time at the pict... Top SF Awards
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 03-24-2008)
After several slow weeks in genre literature the release schedule is finally picking back up, offering loads of fresh sci-fi, fantasy, and horror amidst the news of recent award noms and finalists.
An unfortunate truth of life is that there are a lot of ... Battle of the ‘Star’ Series: Star Wars, Star Trek, & Starship Troopers
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 01-30-2007)
A screw-you-Pat amount of books came out this week with a little something for everyone: several anthologies for the SF reader, new fantasy / horror stand-alone novels and series installments, and even a widely neglected, early novel from George R.R. ... Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:4
by Brian Shea (Sun 03-24-2002)
The Review!Audio:
Audio was excellent as usual; everything sounded clear. I checked out the Japanese and English Audio Tracks. The Japanese sounds great, along with every other DVD, although I can't help but hate plenty of the voices in the dub, which bri... Patlabor TV Collection 1
by Mark McPherson (Sun 04-13-2003)
The Review!One of the most classic television series in the history of anime is finally on DVD and with the first four volumes in a box no less.
Audio: For a show like this being over ten years old, the audio really isn\'t that bad. I much prefer the sub... Outlaw Star Collection 1
by David Owens (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!I think I missed the Outlaw Star boat the first time it came around, and now I really have to say I'm sorry I did. This is not only a great value for a series, but it's also a pretty great series if the first compilation disc is any indication.... Genma Wars Collection Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-14-2007)
What They SayIn a world beyond time, a demoniac race called \"Genmas\" control the degenerated humans. Now the fates of Rufu and Jin, twins separated at birth, ultimately intertwine as each learns of the legacy of their birthright and the supernatural pow... Escaflowne Collection Box 1
by Dani Moure (Tue 01-11-2005)
What They SayA world is dying, torn apart by a colossal war, the planet of Gaea is in turmoil. Civilizations have been wiped out, and more are ready to fall. But a girl could change all that. An ordinary girl, Hitomi finds herself suddenly transported to ... Panda-Z Complete Collection (Anime Legends Edition)
by Ben Leary (Thu 08-28-2008)
Cute little robot animals fight a never-ending battle for the fate of ... something or other. As long as it's not raining. What They SayRobonimal World is under attack from the Warunimal Empire. Now, wearing the scarf left to him by his father, Pan-Taron ... E's Otherwise Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Bryce Coulter (Wed 10-03-2007)
What They SayIn the near future, the planet is run by a federation of twelve powerful corporations. Amid the general populous, are psychics—metahumans capable of converting thought into energy. People with these mutant abilities are known as “... Final Fantasy Unlimited Collection (Thinpak)
by J.J. Matthews (Mon 06-19-2006)
What They Say12 years ago, the gateway to another world suddenly appeared and two mysterious beasts of astonishing power awoke! The beasts appeared to destroy each other, leaving behind only a myriad of unanswered questions and the inexplicable Pillar of... Daily DVD
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 06-28-2005)
One would think that everybody would be scrambling to churn out tie-in merchandise to WAR OF THE WORLDS (see below for some of that). Paramount has a deluxe edition DVD of the 1953 George Pal version ready to go, but reports say Steven Speilberg requested... Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Perfect Collection (Tin)
by Martin Thom (Wed 02-13-2008)
What They SayWhoa! Hold on to your hats and get ready for one wildly wacky, frenetically funny ride as reality takes an extended vacation in Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi! Arumi and Sasshi seem to be normal, 12 year old kids living in Osaka, but we s... Coyote Ragtime Show Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-11-2008)
What They SayBullets, blades, bombs, beauty and boobs... if it\'s capable of destruction or distraction, it\'s fair game in the chilling, thrilling, killing, blood-spilling anime COYOTE RAGTIME!The Review!With ten billion space bucks at stake, a group of ... Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:5
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-27-2001)
What They SayBetrayals and revelations erupt across NERV as Kaji?s allegiance to an outside authority becomes apparent.
Shinji?s faltering abilities become deadly when a new Angel attacks and absorbs Unit 01! Trapped inside, Shinji?s mind begins to coll... Najica Blitz Tactics Collection (Thinpak)
by Brett Barkley (Tue 09-20-2005)
What They SayA nose for fine scents has made super-sexy Najica Hiragi’s world famous as a perfume designer, but it’s her nose for finding trouble has made her equally infamous as a secret agent who fights to save the world from depraved crimin... Negima Vol. #2 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 02-05-2008)
What They SayNegi Springfield is a 10-year-old wizard with an uncanny talent for spells and magic. Now, he must master his biggest challenge... teaching a class of rambunctious 8th grade girls!
Contains episodes 7-10:
The Appearances of Things are Decep... Magic Knights Rayearth Memorial Collection 1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-30-2000)
What They SayMagic Knight Rayearth tells the tale of three junior high school girls hear a voice asking them to save a world called Cephiro. The voice belongs to Princess Emeraude, the Pillar whose will maintains the peace of this magical world where beli... Basilisk Vol. #1 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 07-28-2007)
What They SayWhen honor means nothing and power is everything, can love survive? A legendary pair of rival ninja clans battle to end years of slaughter as a forbidden love struggles to prevail. Fate will decide if the ultimate declaration must be made: To... Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:8
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-24-2002)
What They SayIn the deadly calm of the aftermath, the sudden and unexpected arrival of the Fifth Child hits like a hurricane, leaving Shinji at the eye of a whirlwind of activity as he finds a kindred soul in the unearthly Nagisa Kaoru? but does Kaoru rea... Jinki: Extend Complete Collection
by Mark Thomas (Wed 07-02-2008)
What They SayIn 13-year-old Aoba Tsuzaki\'s world, everything seems normal. An over-the-top modeling fanatic, she spends her days locked in her room, happily building plastic robots. But rumbling beneath the surface, an evil enemy of mankind (the Ancient ... Sakura Wars TV Complete Collection Set (Thinpak)
by Bryan Morton (Thu 05-03-2007)
What They SayYoung Sakura arrives in Capital City to fight for the Imperial Floral Capital Defense Force, but all she finds is a weird opera company preparing for a big performance. What's worse is that the ladies in the company won't let Sakura join in ... THE LON CHANEY COLLECTION
by Brian Thomas (Thu 11-27-2003)
Ted Turner first came to prominence in the world of cinema in the 1980s, when he amassed a huge film library in a series of purchases, and made a big deal out of his intention to digitally colorize a large number of black and white film classics, thi... Yu Yu Hakusho Collection 7 (Wed 06-13-2007)
What They SayThe gateway betewen the Human World and Demon World has opened...Can Yusuke\'s team save the human race? Only a savage showdown between past and present Spirit Detectives will tell! Sensui retreats into the tunnel after dealing Yusuke a crush...Negima Vol. #4 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 02-25-2008)
What They SayIt\'s summer break at Mahora Academy, but things are far from quiet. And while vacation means a break from the classroom, hassle and hilarity fill the class agenda. After all, Professor Negi Springfield\'s still on duty!
Contains episodes 15... B-yond Your Usual Movie Experience
by Brian Thomas (Tue 01-25-2005)
Usually at this time I'd be plugging B-Fest 9 (www.b-fest.com), the 24-hour B-movie marathon I attend every year. I'd be crowing about how this show combines a love for trashy cinema with a grueling endurance test, and explaining how MYSTERY SCIENCE THEAT... ADV Films Announces Release of Nadia: Secret of Blue Water: The Adventure Begins (Tue 04-03-2001)
ADV Films is proud to announce the home video and DVD of Nadia: Secret of Blue Water: The Adventure Begins, the latest children's animated title from the #1 distributor of Japanese animation in North America. The World's Fair, Paris, 1889: a young invent...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, ... GaoGaiGar King of Braves - Premium Box Collection 2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-21-2008)
Gaogaigar, a giant robot epic 65 million years in the making… What They Say: Gai, Galeon, Volfogg, ChoRyuJin, Goldymarg, Mic Sounders and Mamoru. These are brave heroes who hold the fate of humanity in their hands! The Four Machine Kings fina... Yugo the Negotiator Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Ben Leary (Wed 10-17-2007)
What They SaySynopsis Pakistan: Episodes 1-6
A hostage has been taken in Pakistan; the chances of his survival are slim to none. Yugo Beppu, the world’s leading private negotiator, is called to the scene by the hostage’s daug... 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... Ghost in the Shell Continues
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-16-2007)
Ever since its explosion onto the global screen in 1995, the Ghost in the Shell series has provided viewers with a profoundly philosophical, yet innovatively stylized look into a near future world where the lines between man and machine finally blur. Thro... Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:7
by Brian Shea (Sun 03-24-2002)
The Review!(Includes Spoilers)
Things really speed up as we approach the final episodes of the series. These episodes have some shortfalls which I will explain soon, but overall, these episodes stay on pace with those of the last DVD.
The first episode,... 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... Star Trek and the Singularity
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 02-04-2008)
After a weekend highlighted by crappy weather and lousy Super Bowl adverts, I found something last night that turned my whole sub-par Sunday around: the news that Star Trek Books is finally releasing their very own “Guide to Women.”
It’... Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:1
by Steve Brandon (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Well, the first volume of the DVD release of the series, which many of you have wanted above all other anime, is finally here. Actually, the Evangelion DVD has been out for about a month, but it took me a long time to write this review! This re... Dragon Ball Z Movies: Dead Zone/World's Strongest
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-09-2008)
What They SayThe Dead Zone
Gohan has been kidnapped! To make matters worse, the evil Garlic Jr. is gathering the Dragonballs to wish for immortality. Only then will Garlic Jr. be able to take over the Earth in order to gain revenge for the death of his f... Gunslinger Girl Box Set (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-22-2008)
What They SayOfficially, the Social Welfare Agency is a government sponsored corporation that\'s in the business of saving lives. In reality, it\'s an agency on the fringe of technology. They give terminal patients another shot at life using cybernetic im... 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... Cartoon bombshell
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 02-11-2006)
I'm always a bit suspicious of riots. This past week, all across the Mideast and Europe, Muslim extremists have been staging violent, destructive riots, supposedly in response to an editorial cartoon in a Dutch periodical. As far as I know, this is the fi... Nadia, Secret of Blue Water Perfect Collection (Tin)
by Luis Cruz (Mon 12-31-2007)
What They SayThe World\'s Fair, Paris, 1889: Young inventor Jean crosses paths with an enigmatic girl named Nadia and her pet lion, King. Suddenly, they find themselves pursued by a villainous trio intent upon stealing the Blue Water, a mysterious jewel... Chance Pop Session Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Bryce Coulter (Thu 02-01-2007)
What They SayThree young girls, strangers to each other, share an instinctual passion and talent for music. Brought together from distinctly different worlds, they meet by chance at the concert of their idol. The concert strikes a chord in each of their h... Cromartie High School Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 03-06-2008)
What They SayPoor Kamiyama! Somehow he has been enrolled in Cromartie High School, the infamous school for delinquents. When your classmates are the meanest, toughest (and often dumbest) students around, you do what you can to fit in. But when you add a 4... Tenchi Muyo! GXP Complete Box Set (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-05-2008)
What They SaySeina Yamada is your common 15-year-old boy with one uncommon ability: bad luck. He can\'t get through a day without causing serious harm to himself and those around him. So what in the universe do two gorgeous Galaxy Police officers want to ... SPIDER-MAN: THE '67 COLLECTION
by Brian Thomas (Wed 06-30-2004)
For those not old enough to have experienced the series of Spider-Man Saturday morning cartoons that debuted in the fall of 1967, or even the syndicated reruns that came later, all the fuss over the release of this DVD collection may be perplexing. After ... Happy Lesson: Teachers' Pet Collection (Thinpak)
by J.J. Matthews (Fri 03-17-2006)
What They SayWhat teenage boy wouldn’t want to spend his days surrounded by a pack of beautiful women? Chitose, that’s who! He’s an orphan but isn’t alone for long, as five teachers from his high school move in to care for him wi... Neon Genesis Evangelion Perfect Collection (Tin)
by Mark Thomas (Wed 02-06-2008)
What They SayAt the turn of the century, the Angels returned to Earth, seeking to wipe out humanity in an apocalyptic fury. Devastated, mankind’s last remnants moved underground to wait for the day when the Angels would come back to finish ... The Cult of DVD
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 11-08-2005)
There were a lot of great entries, but Stephen Smith's defense of MALLRATS was judged to be the most concise, to the point, and in keeping with the Essence of Smith. Plus, his name is Smith, thereby fuelling several conspiracy theories if I pick him, so h... Neon Genesis Evangelion Perfect Collection Box Set
by Marc Therrien (Sun 09-14-2003)
The Review!Neon Genesis Evangelion (episodes 1-26) and End of Evangelion
First and foremost I would like to point out the condition of this review. I watched all 13 hours of this series (skipping only the death and rebirth movie) in a row with only bathr... Pirate Video with Zombies!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-02-2003)
You may have noticed that now it seems like each and every TV series ever made is available on DVD in season-by-season box sets. Not true – they won’t all be out until next year. It’s madness, unless you happen to be a big fan of the TV series in question... Hollywood Legends of Horror Collection
by Brian Thomas (Thu 10-26-2006)
Universal Studios was the House of Horror during the 1930s, but they weren�t the only studio to produce tales of terror. Following the success of DRACULA and FRANKENSTEIN, MGM tried to get in on the action with a commitment to shock aimed at reprising ... Giant Robo Giga Premium Collection (-)
What They SayThe Review!I came upon this title as a bit of an impulse buy. Seeing it listed as an upcoming release, and finding it mentioned in a thread on the Anime On DVD forums, I decided to take a chance and put in an order for it a few months back. ...The Force on DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 09-21-2004)
George Lucas is one of the world's most controversial filmmakers. Oh, it's not that the subject matter of his films pushes the boundaries of social tastes or challenges our way of life the last time he did that was with his first film THX-1138 (released ... Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya Complete Collection
by Luis Cruz (Wed 09-03-2008)
Beyond the hype of the catchy line dancing theme song, Haruhi Suzumiya manages to be a decent, fun series.What They SayI thought that when I entered high school, my days of believing in aliens, time travelers and ESPers were going to be over. That is unti... Those Who Hunt Elves Complete Collection (Thinpak)
by Mark Thomas (Mon 05-21-2007)
What They SayWARNING! NAKED ELVES AHEAD! The elves of Middle Earth never faced a foe as terrifying, as determined, as down right demented as Those Who Hunt Elves. Strongman Junpei, Hollywood actress Airi, teenage Ritsuko and their T-74 tank have landed i... My DVD is Shiny
by Brian Thomas (Tue 07-06-2004)
Vive America, mon ami! In the 1960s, French critics came to appreciate American crime and mystery films, coining the term "film noir" (um, "black film") to describe the vague genre of hard-boiled cynicism, sleaze and shadowy cinematography. With at least ... Science Fiction Meets Religion…Round One
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 01-02-2007)
Mordred maneuvers for power in Douglas Clegg’s darkly reimagined Arthurian saga, Stephen Baxter unleashes his new time-shifting alternate history thriller with Emperor, and Pamela Sargent’s beloved Ship is back to sow the seeds of humanity&... STAR WARS 3
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 11-01-2005)
Hey, Happy All Saints Day/Day of the Dead! Hope everybody had a fabulous scary (but not TOO scary) Halloween. Speaking of scary stuff, I didn't list them in the column, but last week Triumph Marketing released a series of DVDs that I find truly frightenin... Comicscape: Conquering the Marvel Universe with Robert Weiner
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 06-11-2008)
Six years ago, Robert Weiner set out to conquer the Marvel Universe—or at least to read as much of it as he could. Being both a fan of Marvel and a librarian and instructor at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, he combined his passions to create... Comicscape - July 28, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 07-28-2004)
OPINION:The results are in, and it looks like I should leave the predictions game to the experts. Out of the eleven categories I made predictions about, I was only right about seven of them and at the college I teach at, 60% or thereabouts would be a D.... Yu Yu Hakusho Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 07-12-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Togashi YoshiroTranslated by:Lillian OlsenAdapted by:What They SayIN THE FLESH
Yusuke Urameshi is back! When the teenage delinquent surprised the Underworld by dying heroically, he was given a chance - just one - to return to ... DVD This Week: May 28
by John Thonen (Tue 05-28-2002)
VIDEO NEWSMGM will make the small army of John Carpenter fans happy this summer when they finally bring J.C’s semi-classic ghost tale THE FOG to DVD. Jamie Lee Curtis, Adrienne Barbeau and Tom Atkins will be onboard with Rob Bottin’s waterlogged ghosts. T... Slayers Movie Collection
by John Eriani (Mon 10-09-2006)
What They SayContains 285 minutes of Slayers goodness, including not only Slayers: The Motion Picture, but also the standalone Slayers: Return, Slayers: Great, Slayers Gorgeous, and Slayers: Premium.
Plagued by a recurring dream, master thief and sorcere... Video Madness Returns to the Web
by John Thonen (Tue 06-19-2001)
I’m baaaaack! Risen from the pixel graveyard that was once Fandom.com, here is the latest reincarnation of Vidiocy, and you are present for the grand event. Don’t you feel honored? Our aim is to be the best video column on the net. We will be taking a wee... Evil Residents of the Twilight Zone
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-28-2004)
Well, seeing as this is the last DVD Shopping List of 2004, you might want to print out this column to carry along with you. Then, if there’s a lull at any New Year’s Eve party, you can pull it out to get the fun started again. You can say things like, "G... ADV Films Announces the DVD Release of Neon Genesis Evangelion - Collection 0:8 (Tue 05-29-2001)
ADV Films is proud to announce the upcoming release of Neon Genesis Evangelion - Collection 0:8, the breathtaking final installment of one of the most popular anime series ever to be released by ADV Films, the #1 distributor of Japanese animation in North...Full Metal Panic! Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 10-26-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Gatou Shouji/Tateo RetsuTranslated by:Amy ForsythAdapted by:What They SayKaname and Tessa have been captured! The terrorist group A-21 is desperate for information, and it's attempting to use the girls to get data out of Kalin... Fullmetal Alchemist Vol. #10 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 02-05-2008)
What They SayAl prompts a heated brawl with Ed by questioning him about the direction of their mission for the first time. The half-snake, half-woman Marta then leads the two brothers to the ruins of Ishbal and reveals the devastating cause of the Ishbala... Burst Angel Complete Collection (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 07-10-2008)
What They SayA new law\'s been passed in Tokyo. Ordinary folks are now allowed to freely carry firearms; shoot, they\'re even legally allowed to use\'em. You might think that crime would increase, and you\'d be right. But the arrest rate\'s gone down. Aft... Finding Miss Mystery
by Janet Houck (Wed 09-06-2006)
Mystery and suspense. Such simple words for such a wide-ranging genre, one that contains some of the strangest yet most rewarding anime out there, as well as timeless. Detective novels, psychological thrillers, and just plain old weird animation that will... Dark Crystals and Spice Planets
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 05-08-2003)
This Week's RecommendationSTHE DARK CRYSTAL has arrived on CD in a splendidly packaged, limited edition 2-CD set from Numenorean (NMCD 003). The first CD contains the contents of the original soundtrack LP (13 tracks), digitally remastered. The second CD ... DVD This Week: September 25th
by John Thonen (Tue 09-25-2001)
VIDEO NEWSJOHN CARPENTER'S GHOSTS OF MARS died a quick death at the box office, but audiences will get a second chance to check out its off-the-wall pleasures when Columbia releases it to video on December 4th, making it a priority on my Christmas wish li... Neverwinter Nights: Shadows of Undrentide
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Mon 06-23-2003)
Rummaging through my precious collection of PC games, I found it hard to find something I'd consider worth playing more than once. Happily, my quest for any halfway decent game ended when I located Neverwinter Nights among my compilation, which was on... Revolutionary Girl Utena Vol. #01
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!"Revolutionary Girl Utena" is Central Park Media's (primarily U.S. Manga Corps, though "Utena" is sold under their "Software Sculptors" label) first attempt to put a television series on DVD. This particular disc contains 7 episodes; the next o... Cowboy Bebop Remix Complete Collection (Sat 11-24-2007)
What They SayThe crew of the Bebop is once again ready to take control of space; bringing bad guys to justice and trying to make some cash while doing it. Join the always-cool Spike, investigative genius Jet, the fabulous Faye, the amazing (but weird) Ed ...Witch-Hunting, Mercedes Lackey, Dietz, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-03-2006)
Mercedes Lackey hits the shelves today with continuations of both her Elemental Masters and The Dragon Jousters series, Koji Suzuki's final installment of the Ring trilogy gets its stateside paperback debut, and Dietz releases his new hard SF thriller fre... ADV Films Announces August 8 2006 Releases (Wed 07-12-2006)
HOUSTON, July 12, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce three exciting new titles set to hit the streets on August 8, including the first volume in the new series Papuwa, a new Farscape St...After the Credits
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 12-04-2007)
‘Pirates of the Caribbean - At World's End’ is the final movie in Disney’s Pirate trilogy. Or is it? Apparently, after the credits there is a final scene where Elizabeth and Will are reunited, 10 years later and Will meets his son (... Some Hard Truths to Face
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 11-12-2007)
The Sword of Truth series debuted in 1994 with Wizard’s First Rule and has been chugging on ever since. Translated into 20 foreign languages with 10 million copies in print, Terry Goodkind’s leviathan of an epic clocks in at over 7700 pages an... Patlabor: The Original Series Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-19-2005)
What They SayA timeless story of girl meets robot. Meet Noa Izumi. Cute and spunky, she could be the girl next door...except that she loves giant robots with a passion that\'s a little scary. Today\'s her big day, her chance to pilot a giant robot of her... Oni Tensei: The Demon's Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-03-2002)
What They SayNow, available for the first time, all four Oni Tensei episodes on one disk!
There is an ancient legend that says if a tattoo is drawn to perfection, it
will come to life. Reiko Kure is a female detective with a strange massacre
on her hands... Comicscape - June 23, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-23-2004)
OPINION: I'm not entirely sure why, but I got neither death threats nor a lot of positive feedback on last week's musings about Captain America. I hope that doesn't mean no one cares about the old man anymore... My thanks, though, to the two(!) readers wh... The Best Soundtracks of 2005 Part 2 Game Scores; Compilations, Reissues & Restorations
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 01-19-2006)
FAVE GAMESCORES OF 2005 Video game scores continue to rival motion picture scores, whether they are composed by film scorers or by composers specializing in games music. These are my favorites of those released on CD during 2005: 1. Advent Rising (Tommy T... Eight Man After: Perfect Collection
by Justin Emerson (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!A lot of people may look at this disc, having seen it on Sci-Fi Channel (as it has been run on their Saturday Anime a couple times at least), hoping to see it in Japanese. Unfortunately, this disc is English dubbed only, which is a shame, but t... DVD Review of Transformers Cyberton: The Ultimate Collection
by Tim Janson (Sun 08-17-2008)
Transformers Cybertron: The Ultimate Collection is the third and final series in the Unicron Trilogy that began with Transformers: Armada and Transformers: Energon. The boxed set includes all 52 episodes of the show, known in Japan as Transformers: G... Animation History on DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 02-24-2004)
Last month I reviewed the DVD release of CABIN FEVER, one of the better horror films of recent years. The delightfully packed disc includes among its extras a record FIVE audio commentary tracks. That nutty director Eli Roth did one commentrak, then hoste... Desert Punk Vol. #4 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-15-2007)
What They SayWhen Desert Punk\'s life is saved by an honest man, he is taught a valuable lesson in decency; a lesson he quickly forgets. But decency has no part in his next job, which is easily his crappiest task yet... literally.
Contains episodes 13-1... Paving the way for a Transformers 4th of July
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 03-27-2007)
As Dreamworks and Paramount gear up to resurrect a franchise this Independence Day, Random House Publishing Group is capitalizing on the hype by printing the official prequel novel to the live-action film.
Hello everyone and welcome to this Tues... Book Buzz: From Novik to Heinlein and George R.R. Martin, Deluxe Editions
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-28-2008)
In an overloaded release schedule of sci-fi, horror and fantasy book debuts a few reduxes by renowned authors George R.R. Martin, Robert A. Heinlein, Philip K. Dick, and Naomi Novik stand out amongst dozens of new titles.
The month of July has se... Neon Genesis Evangelion Platinum Complete Collection Collection (Thinpak)
by Luis Cruz (Tue 06-20-2006)
What They SayAt the turn of the century, the Angels returned to Earth, seeking to wipe out humanity in an apocalyptic fury. Devastated, mankind\'s last remnants moved underground to wait for the day when the Angels would come back to finish the job. Fifte... Revolutionary Girl Utena Collection 1: The Rose Collection (Thu 11-10-2005)
What They SayA surreal coming-of-age fairy tale from the Director of Sailor Moon Utena is a spirited schoolgirl with an unusual dream: to become a heroic prince who saves damsels in distress! Although it seems impossible, her goal is closer than she can...Superior Defender Gundam Force Anime Legends Collection (Tue 03-11-2008)
What They SayWith peace restored to Neotopia, Shute and the Gundam Force decide to travel to the lands of gallant knights and Samurai warriors in order to finish their battle against the forces of Dark Axis. Using the teleportation power of the newly rest...All-Purpose Cultural Cat-Girl Nuku Nuku Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 01-18-2003)
What They SayWhen inventor Kyusaku Natsume transfers the brain of his son Ryunosuke\'s cat into a top secret android body, the family doesn\'t lose a pet... they gain a daughter! While she may look like a typical teenage girl to the rest of the world, Nu... If I See You In My Dreams OVA Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 05-07-2003)
What They SayMisou managed to get through all of High School and college without a girlfriend. In fact, a wizened fortune-teller has predicted that it is his destiny to be alone for his entire life! When Misou sees the beautiful Nagisa, his heart is awa... Chrono Crusade Complete Collection Collection (Thinpak)
by Brett Barkley (Mon 10-23-2006)
What They SayThe year is 1928. Jazz is hot, bootleg liquor is king and the idle rich of a nation have discovered a horrifying new past-time: summoning demons! To combat this growing threat, a new order of Holy Warriors has arisen. This is the story of... Mezzo Complete Collection Collection (Thinpak)
by Brett Barkley (Tue 08-30-2005)
What They SayThe Review!FeaturesJapanese Language,English Language,English SubtitlesReview Equipment DC ARCHIVES new volumes
by Rob Allstetter (Wed 04-10-2002)
DC Comics has announced the upcoming publication of BATMAN IN WORLD'S FINEST COMICS ARCHIVES VOLUME 1 on Aug. 21. The book will reprint stories from WORLD'S FAIR COMICS 1940, WORLD'S BEST COMICS #1 and WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #2-16. Unlike the previous WO... Eden's Bowy Complete Collection Collection (Thinpak)
by Mike Dungan (Tue 11-28-2006)
What They SayYorn gazes up at two massive cities floating in the sky and dreams of discovering their mysteries. Without warning, those mysteries come looking for him! Edenic assassins murder his father and Yorn is next on the hit list. Only a nameless ... Desert Punk Complete Collection (Viridian Collection) (Wed 04-30-2008)
What They SayThe Great Kanto Desert is a place of extremes where a hero dies an anonymous death and a villain goes down in a blaze of glory. And then there\'s this guy... Meet Kanta Mizuno. He\'s not your typical hero and his methods are not always honora...Samurai 7 Complete Collection (Viridian Collection)
by Jennifer Rocks (Wed 04-30-2008)
What They SayBased on the legendary Akira Kurosawa classic epic feature film, Seven Samurai.
Set in a futuristic world that has just witnessed the end of a massive war, scores of villages are terrorized by Nobuseri bandits. But the Nobuseri are no normal... Get Revenge! KILL BILL Giveaway!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 04-13-2004)
Did ya spend your Easter holiday going through piles of receipts in an attempt to avoid paying off the entire national debt with your own tax bill? Did you only find one egg on your Easter egg hunt and it was hidden last year? Wanna get revenge? Well, we... ADV Announces Final Gatchaman Collection (Fri 09-08-2006)
ADV ANNOUNCES NINTH AND FINAL GATCHAMAN COLLECTION OCTOBER 17 "The One That Really Started It All." " MTV.com HOUSTON, September 7, 2006 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce an Oc...Revolutionary Girl Utena Collection 2: The Black Rose Collection (Sat 01-14-2006)
What They SayUtena is about to enter a life beyond her wildest dreams – a world of danger and mystery where her best friend is a trophy bride to any swordfighter who can win her. Armed with a magical sword and ring, Utena undertakes a mission to sav...Voltron: Defender of the Universe Set 2
by Bryce Coulter (Mon 11-20-2006)
What They SayThe evil Prince Lotor of Planet Doom has come to destroy Planet Arus and take Princess Allura to be his slave. The Voltron Force, Keith, Lance, Pidge and Hunk pilot the Black, Red, Green and Yellow Lions to defend the peacful planet. With Pri... El Dia de los Muertos (or: Halloween Extended)
by Denise Dumars (Thu 11-02-2000)
El Dia de los MuertosHere in Alta California del Sur as well as in much of the Southwest U.S., Halloween is followed by El Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, on Nov. 2. Like the Celtic Samhain, upon which our Halloween is based, this Mexican holiday... Voltron: Defender of the Universe Set 3
by Bryce Coulter (Thu 05-31-2007)
What They SayKeith, Lance, Hunk, Pidge and Princess Allura have successfully awakened the legendary robot guardian, Voltron. After countless battles, they\'ve pushed back the forces of evil King Zarkon, freeing the Princess\'s home, planet Arus, as well a... Neon Genesis Evangelion: Renewal of Evangelion DVD-BOX (Sun 06-29-2003)
What They SayThe boxed set compiles new digitally remastered versions of the 26 TV show episodes, 4 remade-for-laserdisc episodes, and 3 theatrical features. Includes a bonus disc with never-before-seen material. The Review!It\'s been a very long time sin...Testimony of Evil
by Brian Thomas (Tue 11-07-2006)
You may note, as I have, that todays list contains an inordinate number of double, triple, quadruple and quintuple feature sets. I can only assume that this represents an effort on the part of the studios to get gift-ready bargain sets into stores in ... 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... Princess Tutu Collection
by Bryce Coulter (Thu 05-08-2008)
What They SayDarkness hid the pieces of her beloved\'s shattered heart and time is running out for Princess Tutu to find them. Using the power of an enchanted amulet she must uncover the mystery and keep herself and the prince alive.The Review!Once upon ... SITH Leads Nomination List for 32nd Annual Saturn Awards
by News Editor (Wed 02-15-2006)
The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror films has announced the nominations for the 32nd Annual Saturn Awards. Leading the pack is George Lucas' genre epic "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith" with 10 nominations. "Batman Begins" fol... Something Wonderful From Something Weird!
by Andrew Hershberger (Sun 10-14-2001)
Fans of obscure cinema have had much to rejoice about since Mike Vraney started his beloved Something Weird Video label. Since the company's inception in the early '90s, Mr. Vraney has been responsible for bringing, and in many cases saving, delightful ge... "Sega Genesis Collection"
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Fri 12-08-2006)
There have been few companies that have been in the same shoes of Sega, since they have continued to thrive even in the face of turmoil. It is one of the few companies that previously had a console, and now sticks to only creating games for various con... Blue Submarine No. 6 Anime Legends Complete Collection
by Bryce Coulter (Tue 07-17-2007)
What They SayIn the future, the rising temperature of the Earth has melted the polar ice caps. As aresult, the planet's last masses are in danger of sinking into the ocean. As if humanity didn't have enough problems, an army of ocean-dwelling creatures ... Infinite Space, Infinite God
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-13-2007)
Anthologies run amok in this week’s buzz with collection themes ranging from Russian sci-fi and fantasy to genre fiction based on world mythology and a collection of 2006’s best space opera novels.
Hello Maniac readers and welcome to ... Dead Man's Chest and Tokyo Drift
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 07-06-2006)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONHans Zimmer, who produced Klaus Badelt's masterful score for the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL (but who, as Badelt's immediate protégé, was also believed to have had more than a slight hand in its co... A Song for Summerisle
by Randall D. Larson (Wed 11-06-2002)
This Week’s RecommendationSWhile Christopher Lee’s recent comment that Paul Giovanni’s music for THE WICKER MAN “is probably the best music I’ve ever heard in a film” may be a little exaggerated, taking into account the wealth of superb orchestral film mu... Urotsukidoji: Legend of the Overfiend/Legend of the Demon Womb (Sat 05-11-2002)
What They SayLegend has it that the world of ours is really three worlds: the world of humans, the world of Man-Beasts (the Jyuinkai), and the nightmare world of the Monster Demons (the Makai) who take on earthly forms to pour their mighty energies into t...ADV Films January 10th Release Details (Tue 12-13-2005)
ADV ANNOUNCES JANUARY 10 RELEASES Featuring Launch of Deluxe New Macross HOUSTON, December 9, 2005—ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce six hot titles for January 10, beginning with the ...Kong of Kongs, Lord of Rings
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 12-15-2005)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS This is definitely a week of must-haves in soundtrack new releases. Despite having had only five weeks to conceptualize, compose, orchestrate, record and mix the score after stepping in to replace Howard Shore as composer, Jame... Beowulf, Star Wars/Star Trek Guides, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-31-2006)
Welcome to the new site everyone for the Weekly Book Buzz’s first new edition on mania.com. I won’t waste your time with comments on the new design or site features because frankly, we’ve got too much to do with so many releases comin... WARCRAFT
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-27-2007)
In breaking with tradition this week, a Pocket Star release has given me an excuse to spend most of my discourse on something I positively love: WARCRAFT.
Ever since playing a demo version of the original Warcraft (on a Shuckysoft shareware CD) a... Star Trek and Fantasy Anthologies, Douglass, Erikson, and More
by Pat Ferrara (Wed 08-23-2006)
Hot damn! Last week's lame outputting of new fantasy and sci fi literature is officially eclipsed by the cornucopia of new hardback releases coming out today. From armor-plated unicorns to world-destroying aliens, we've got a flavor to fit everyone's ta... FUNimation joins with TotalVid to make anime series available for download (Wed 07-11-2007)
Popular Anime Shows Available On a Download-To-Own and Subscription Basis Norfolk, VA, July 10, 2007 " TotalVid.com, the Internet video-on-demand service from Landmark Communications, has announced the availability of five new anime series from FUNim..."SEGA Genesis Collection" Contest Winners
by Karl Schneider (Sun 11-26-2006)
Mania's recent contest, a giveaway of SEGA Genesis Collection for the PS2, has run it's course and the winners have been selected.The winners are:JeremyTravisJoshuaDeveloped by Backbone Entertainment, SEGA Genesis Collection features over 30 titles includ... Star Trek: The Key Collection Volume 1
by Robert T. Trate (Fri 05-23-2008)
Paramount has exhausted all of its Star Trek stories over the last couple of years. All the Star Trek TV series have all been placed on DVD and are now even making the leap to the next format. Even Star Trek the Animated Series has been released on DVD. F... Hoop Days: The Complete Collection
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-05-2006)
What They SayDo you have what it takes to win the high school national championships? Kazuhiko Aikawa does, and at 5\' 8\" he can slam dunk that ball like there is no tomorrow. But winning the national championships isn\'t enough for Kazuhiko. He soon tra... "SEGA Genesis Collection" Contest
by Karl Schneider (Sat 11-11-2006)
Mania is happy to announce our next contest, a giveaway of SEGA Genesis Collection for the PS2.Developed by Backbone Entertainment, SEGA Genesis Collection features over 30 titles including, Altered Beast™, Sonic The Hedgehog™, Shinobi III&tra... DVD Heist ala Italy!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 10-07-2003)
Last night my lovely wife suggested we convert an entire wall in our living room into shelves for DVD storage.SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEKThis week, our spotlight falls like a deep dish pizza on one of the most satisfying theatrical releases of the year, paired ... Alone in My King ™s Harem Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 05-13-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hoshino LilyTranslated by:Duane JohnsonAdapted by:What They SayThe adoring eyes of a gorgeous concubine life to meet the approving gage of a king. A dreamland oasis promises that no love is forbidden for a single night. And th... Maiden Collection
by Alex Roberts (Wed 08-27-2008)
The Maiden Collection brings together Maiden Diaries and its sequel, Maiden of Deliverance, into a release that really is not for the faint of heart. What They SayThe Maiden DiaryFoster, a fallen revolutionary, is taken in by a railroad tycoon named Dred ... Good Morning, Azkaban!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 11-23-2004)
I know we’re coming up on a holiday, so I’d like to take a moment to give thanks for the technology that gives us things like satellite TV and DVDs. But as I write this, I can’t help but be distracted by something I’m not thankful for – incompetence. (Uh ... Demon Ororon Complete Collection Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Thu 01-24-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hakase MizukiTranslated by:Tomoko KamimotoAdapted by:Joshua DysartWhat They SayRelive the ill-fated romance between a devil with a bounty on his head and the Archangel Michael\'s orphaned daughter--collected here in one comple... VIZ MEDIA TEAMS WITH TOTALVID TO MAKE DEATH NOTEâ„¢ ANIME SERIES AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD (Tue 06-26-2007)
Secure Downloads Of Highly Anticipated Action Series Available To Domestic Audiences San Francisco, CA, June 26, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing...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 ...The 2 Johns
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-06-2006)
...979! (O) WEIRD WORLDS COLLECTION (Image) Box set of 1950s sci-fi includes PROJECT MOONBASE, THE PHANTOM PLANET, FIRST SPACESHIP ON VENUS and DESTINATION MOON. (O) THE WILD WILD WEST Complete First Season (Paramount) Refreshing hit 1965 western secret... Inside Star Trek Academy
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-15-2007)
With lots of half-truths, rumors, and continuous buzz surrounding Abrams’ rendition of the upcoming STAR TREK XI film, can William Shatner himself provide us with some possible clues to the plot of his on-screen Starfleet origins?
Hello Man... Shopping Bag: Rambo
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 05-27-2008)
Lionsgate has collected all the Rambo you will ever need in a steel box called Rambo - The Complete Collector's Set. It has more than just the movies. This blood soaked collection is an action montage of delights. It is also a collection of Vietnam docume... XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS - 10TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION
by News Editor (Wed 07-13-2005)
Anchor Bay Entertainment is releasing the XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS 10th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION DVD box set the ultimate fan collection - on July 26, 2005. Selected by the fans for the fans, the 7-disc collector's set features 16 fan-selected episodes from... WAR OF THE WORLDS delayed by Sept. 11
by Christopher Allan Smith (Wed 02-20-2002)
In a press release talking about the production of its upcoming science fiction film CHROME, Pendragon Pictures fleshed out some of the reasons why it is delaying the remake of H.G. Well's WAR OF THE WORLDS. The studio has decided to do CHROME, the tale o... H.G. WELLS' WAR OF THE WORLDS
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 08-16-2005)
A lot of controversy has accompanied Pendragon Pictures' adaptation of H.G. Wells' WAR OF THE WORLDS. Though the project has been in the works for some years, it arrives on DVD under the shadow of Steven Spielberg's hundred million plus theatrical feature... The Stanley Kubrick Collection
by Steve Hockensmith (Tue 06-26-2001)
More than two years after his death, revered director Stanley Kubrick is finally taking his last bow. Though the final film he directed, Eyes Wide Shut, debuted in July of 1999, the sexually charged thriller won’t be his last project to reach the cineplex... FUNimation New Re-Releases Solicitations (Sat 10-20-2007)
FUNimation has formally branded their priced down re-releases as the Viridian Collection and has sent out a listing of titles due out in January and February:Basilisk Vol. #5 (Viridian Collection) - 100 minutes - $19.98 - 01/22/2008 Basilisk Vol. #6 (Viri...Watch! Pioneer Anime Hits Collection
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
What They SayWatch; Pioneer LDC O.V.A. Greatest Hits
A collection of music featured in the several of Pioneer’s most popular O.V.A.s.The Review!3 out of 5
This CD comes packaged up for the consumer in the classic CD jewel case. Included in the pac... ADV Films New Title Solicitations (Tue 08-30-2005)
Right Stuf has the detailed information up on the November slate of titles from ADV Films:Area 88 TV Vol. #3 - 75 minutes - $29.98 - 11/15/2005Chrono Crusade Complete Collection Collection (Thinpak) - 600 minutes - $89.98 - 11/01/2005Dirty Pair Movie Coll...Ys Legacy Series Collection
by J.J. Matthews (Tue 10-18-2005)
What They SayContains the entire Ys series (Book 1 and 2 + Ys II)!
In ancient times, the books of Y\'s were guarded by six priests and two goddesses. The books contained the secret to all good in this world, and all evil in a man\'s heart. Adol Christen... Dirty Pair Flash: Angels at World's End
by Paul Jacques (Wed 10-29-2003)
What They SayKei and Yuri [aka The Lovely Angels] are assigned to protect a computer troubleshooter. But the girls would rather spend their time sowing wild oats on the galaxy’s number one party planet than keeping a young nerd from getting assassin... AT WORLD'S END Plunders DVD Competition
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 12-13-2007)
The sales aspect of the DVD market was dominated this week by Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, pulling more than twice as many copies as Spider-Man 3 and significantly more DVDs than Shrek the Third in their respective first w... A-KO collection A-OK!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 08-20-2005)
Look alive, reader! The Prize Closet is open once again! We've got 5 shiny copies of FUTURAMA MONSTER ROBOT MANIAC FUN COLLECTION to give away, courtesy of the fine folks at Fox. We love the fine folks at Fox it's the rest of them we can't stand. Anyway,... Hulk smash puny shiny discs!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 10-28-2003)
This week I saw another one of those ads in a theater in which a "regular joe" (carpenter, stuntman, etc.) tells us how video piracy is picking his pocket. This is a serious issue, and I think we should all do our best to keep the digital video arena from...