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Sega's RPG WORLD Destruction Going Manga (Wed 04-30-2008)
ASCII MediaWorks' Dengeki Maoh magazine has announced the manga adaptation of World Destruction, which is based on the Sega role-playing game from some of the staffers of Xenogears. Minoru Murao, the animation character designer of Last Exile and the crea...A Thematic Analysis of Boogiepop Phantom
by Robert Stanton (-)
By Robert Stanton (rstanton@uiuc.edu)
Boogiepop Phantom is an animated series based upon the acclaimed written work of Kouhei Kadono. Set somewhere in common, urban, contemporary Japan, the dark science fiction premises of the show quickly take over and... A Thematic Analysis of Boogiepop Phantom
by Robert Stanton (-)
By Robert Stanton (rstanton@uiuc.edu)
Boogiepop Phantom is an animated series based upon the acclaimed written work of Kouhei Kadono. Set somewhere in common, urban, contemporary Japan, the dark science fiction premises of the show quickly take over and... 
Gall Force 2: Destruction
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 03-21-2003)
What They SayFeatures character designs by Kenichi Sonoda (Gunsmith Cats and Bubblegum Crisis)!
Created by Hideki Kakinuma (Megazone 23)
Ace pilot Lufy has survived to complete one last mission: To stop the enemy doomsday machine that has obliterated h... El-Hazard: the Magnificent World OVA Collection
by Bryan Morton (Tue 04-19-2005)
What They SayThe discovery of extraordinary ruins beneath the high school becomes the adventure of a lifetime when several students and their teacher are transported to the magical world of El-Hazard! There, each learns to cope with strange new powers and... Wayne’s World
by Brian Thomas (Tue 05-08-2007)
Wow, this is one of those week’s when the column is just loaded. Onward!
SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK
This month is definitely John Wayne month, with several packages being released in honor of the 100th anniversary of his birth over the next few ... "Rampage: Total Destruction"
by Captain Gordon Edward (Mon 03-05-2007)
Many years ago the world received its first taste of Rampage. The idea was simple, have giant monsters go city to city and destroy everything that stands. They could climb, they could punch, and they could eat humans (or their teammates upon their dea... El-Hazard, The Magnificent World Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-07-2001)
What They SayThe long awaited DVD compilation of the seven original El Hazard OVA?s and the four OVA?s from El Hazard 2 is finally here!
Encounter a world of wonder and fantasy! Three high school students and one of their teachers are mysteriously trans... Running the Property Dispute Gauntlet
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 03-31-2008)
In 2001 the Dabel Brothers founded a publishing company in search of a niche. Under the name “Roaring Studios” Ernst, Les, Pascal and David Dabel took their love of comics and fantasy to a new height, capitalizing on the vacancy of book-to-com... El-Hazard, The Alternative World Vol. #4
by Brandon Downard (Fri 02-07-2003)
The Review!The Alterative World comes to a close on a very disappointing note with this volume. What was an enjoyable but flawed series derails at the end and causes El-Hazard fans to simply say, "What the BLEEP!"
(Caution spoilers ahead)
So, The Spring ... May 6 May 12: A World without SIMPSONS?
by Sonia Mansfield (Mon 05-06-2002)
Whew!Most of you guys agree with me about ANGEL's Fred and Gunn being the lamest couple on network TV. It's so nice to hear from my peeps and learn that I'm not the only one out there.I should mention though, that in no way whatsoever am I saying that Fre... Beware THE MIST
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-01-2007)
It seems only fitting to talk about Stephen King in the first Book Buzz column of October. Turned 60 last month, the American horror guru has written over 50 bestselling novels and won countless literary awards. His patented brand of disturbing, psycholog... Transformers…Novelized
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-29-2007)
With the 4th of July looming on the summer horizon, Transformers fans won’t have to wait the next seven weeks to find out what happens in Michael Bay’s film adaptation of the franchise giant. Random House Publishing Group and novelization guru... Get Over Those Terrible Gifts
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 12-24-2007)
No matter what holiday you celebrate there’s always one constant during the winter season: terrible gifts. Because of a schedule / travel conflict with the fam I happened to celebrate Christmas early this year. Did I get Subterranean Press’ li... Top Maniacal News: Gort Destruction, Mummy Mum and Iron Holmes
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 07-11-2008)
It’s time for another edition of Mania’s Most Maniacal Rumors, where we blow the lid off the week’s juiciest gossip and hush-hush industry whispers.
If you have a rumor you want to contribute, we’re all ears. Just send it to jarro... 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... WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT RETURNS TO NYAF (Wed 07-02-2008)
WINNERS OF COSPLAY COMPETITION TO COMPETE IN INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP IN JAPAN Norwalk, CT, July 2, 2008: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced it will again partner with the World Cosplay Summit at the second annual New York Anime Festiv...Comicscape - June 29, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 06-29-2005)
Greetings, and welcome to another edition of "Readers Take Aim" on this week's COMICSCAPE. Last week, I asked everyone to send me their thoughts on BATMAN BEGINS, particularly those that didn't care for the film. It seems counterintuitive to welcome disag... Sci Fi and Futurists
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 02-20-2007)
After a lengthy hiccup in their publishing schedule, Tor Books finally got back on track this Tuesday with a slew of new novels from such powerhouse genre authors as Harry Turtledove, David Coe, and L.E. Modesitt, Jr. to round out a Weekly Book Buzz th... Batman Begins
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 02-28-2005)
Genre:Action/Comic Book Adaptation/Sequel.Studio:Warner Brothers.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Released.Who's In It:Christian Bale (Bruce Wayne/"Batman"); Michael Caine (Alfred); Katie Holmes (Rachel); Liam Neeson (Henri Ducard); Morgan Freeman... Comicscape - September 8, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 09-08-2004)
OPINION: REMINDER: DUE TO THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY, COMICS ARRIVE IN STORES ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9A woman is raped, after which her husband's co-workers brainwash him. Another woman, after being raped, is cut into hundreds of cubed 3D jigsaw puzzle pieces... 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... Altered Carbon
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 03-03-2008)
When Brit author Richard K. Morgan first released Altered Carbon, his debut novel of hardboiled SF genius, the body-swapping detective tale met with little criticism. Winning the Philip K. Dick Award for Best Novel in 2003, the impressive sci-fi work goes... 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... Nautical Fantasy, SC: Ghost, Jordan & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 11-28-2006)
Blizzard Entertainment unleashes their first novel surrounding the Ghost assassin Nova, Paul Kearney and James M. Ward blend good old-fashion magic with maritime warfare, and Mercedes Lackey debuts another novel in the Scepter’d Isle sequence wi... Viz Media and World Bank Partner to Develop New Manga Series (Tue 09-20-2005)
1 WORLD MANGA Series to Engage Young Readers On Key Global Development Issues San Francisco, CA, September 20, 2005 – VIZ Media, LLC. (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive manga and animation licensing a...Book Buzz: A New Skin for the God Emperor of Dune
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-23-2008)
In the midst of preproduction announcements on Paramount’s and Peter Berg’s upcoming Dune remake, Frank Herbert’s God Emperor of Dune is getting the audiobook treatment from Macmillan Audio. Read by Simon Vance, Scott Brick and Katherine... 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... Forgotten Realms, H.G. Wells, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 09-12-2006)
It's a Wizards of the Coast week with four new paperback releases from the Forgotten Realms universe along with a continuing installment from the D&D War-Torn series. H.G. Wells' Star Begotten gets a modern day facelift after nearly seven decades of being... Cyber Monday and the New Amazon Kindle
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 11-26-2007)
With Thanksgiving already a few days cold, the holiday season (along with all of its consumer-driven trappings) has officially arrived and though economists predict lean shopping numbers for the end of this year, you wouldn’t know it by the sheer vo... VIZ Media Announces New POKéMON Products for 2006 Holiday Season (Thu 10-12-2006)
New Releases Make Fun Gift Selections For The 2006 Holiday Season San Francisco, CA, October 12, 2006 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has ...ADV Films Announces November 14 Releases (Fri 09-22-2006)
HOUSTON, September 22, 2006 " ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, is pleased to announce three exciting titles, including the release of the all new Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor, UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie, and the fou...Super Atragon Essential Anime
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-08-2004)
What They SayMoments after an atomic bomb falls over Hiroshima, a secret Japanese submarine sails into battle against its American counterpart, and both are lost to history. Some fifty years later, a special UN task force sent to investigate unusual phen... DC UNIVERSE ANIMATED ORIGINAL MOVIE BATMAN GOTHAM KNIGHT WORLD PREMIERE SLATED FOR JUNE 28, 2008 AT WIZARD WORLD CHICAGO (Thu 04-10-2008)
Third DC Universe Animated Original PG-13 Movie to Screen at Popular Comics Convention; Post-Premiere Panel Planned for Filmmakers, Voice Talent BURBANK, CA, (April 10, 2008) -DC Comics, Warner Premiere, Warner Home Video and Warner Bros. Animation w...Musashi #9 Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 02-02-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takahashi MiyukiTranslated by:Tony OgasawaraAdapted by:What They SaySome people want to change the world. This 16-year-old girl can.
Deep ideological, religious, and social differences drive the world closer to destruction, an... Anime Network Invades Propeller TV (Mon 05-14-2007)
ADV Films Brings America's #1 Anime Channel to UK in New Two-Hour Block on SKY Channel 195, Premiering 3rd June Houston, TX - May 14, 2007 - Promising to bring UK viewers an edgy fusion of top offerings from America's #1 Anime Channel, ADV Films and Prop...Slayers Try
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 04-10-2001)
What They SayIt was a time of Great Good. It was a time of Great Evil. But let\'s not dwell on the small stuff…
In search of fame, fortune, and foreign food, Lina Inverse sets sail on a collision course for the new world! What she finds there are ... 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... Comicscape - June 16, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-16-2004)
OPINION:Over the last three weeks, we've discussed the relevance (or lack thereof) of Superman to modern-day society, a discussion sparked by the recent "reboot" of the character in all the SUPERMAN books. As many have noted, though, the changes don't cou... 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... Book Buzz: Star Wars: Back to Animation
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 07-21-2008)
It’s been five years since the first Star Wars: Clone Wars television miniseries debuted on Cartoon Network, yet the folks over at Lucasfilm Animation seemed to have held onto the idea of an anime-style Star Wars arc pretty tightly. This August will... Harry Potter goes Greek…err Latin
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 12-26-2006)
The holidays are whipping up a frenzy of new sci fi, fantasy, and horror book releases: Eric Flint propels the 1632 series with Grantville Gazette III, Jack Whyte unveils the ninth and final volume in the Arthurian Camulod Chronicles with The Eagle, and A... Bright Future for Locke Lamora
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-25-2007)
While readers across the country quickly devoured Scott Lynch’s fantasy debut The Lies of Locke Lamora last year, they’ve got a lot more to chew on from the 29-year-old Wisconsin writer in the months ahead.
Hello all you Maniac reader... 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. ... Henry Kuttner and THE LAST MIMZY
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 02-27-2007)
Dan Abnett releases a slew of Warhammer novels, Jeffrey Thomas continues the bizarre tales of the inter-dimensional Punktown, and alternate historical fiction runs rampant in this edition of the Weekly Book Buzz.
Greetings Maniac readers and wel... Killing the Imposter God
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 09-17-2007)
Since the dawn of speculative literature, fiction has held the power to exemplify facets of our world and shed light on the complexities of human nature. Orchestrating truth through lies, SF, fantasy, and horror have become some of the strongest vessels f... Diamond May 2005 Solicitations (Wed 01-19-2005)
ANIME AIR MASTER VOLUME 3 DVD ANGELIUM DVD 1ANIMEPLAY: ISHIKA & HONORI INTERACTIVE DVD ARC THE LAD VOLUME 2 DVD ASTRO BOY: THE COMPLETE SERIES DVD BEYBLADE SEASON 3 VOLUME 6: SAME OLD DIRTY TRICKS DVD UNCUT BUBBLEGUM CRISIS VOLUME 2 DVD CASE CLOS...SCOOP: BATMAN insider spills secrets
by Patrick Sauriol (Sat 09-13-2003)
With the announcement this week of Christian Bale playing Batman (full details right here), things are heating up now for Warner Bros. to get the new Bats movie greenlighted and going.We've heard from a source who likes to be called "The Other Mr. Voorhee... Legend of Lyon Flare PLUS (-)
What They SayThe Review!I want to start this review by saying that this is a hentai (adult) title, and as such it is definitely not recommended for viewers under the age of 18. This is a very interesting region 2 title in that the producers of the DVD ac...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... Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-20-2006)
What They SayLurking under the facade of everyday life lies a dark world of pain and destruction. The world is controlled by a sinister brotherhood that hides their fangs behind masks of humanity. They are the Chronos Corporation. While investigating a ... Reign: The Obsession of Alexander Vol. #2
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)
What They SayAlexander and his armies now occupy the many states and nations of Greece and is on the brink of approaching the great country of Persia. The fulfillment of an oracle leads to doubts concerning his destiny and Alexander ponders whether or not... Scrapped Princess Vol. #6 (also w/Limited Edition Figures)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 01-25-2006)
What They SayPacifia\'s birthday is only hours away! Will the destruction of the world unfold from this event? The final battle will ensue as her siblings, Shannon and Raguel, prepare themselves for the final battle. The fate of Pacifica, and indeed the e... E3 2002: Nintendo
by James Stevenson (Tue 05-28-2002)
Perhaps the biggest showing at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo was that of the old-school giant, Nintendo. Featuring what was referenced on the showfloor as the "Triple Crown", Nintendo once again managed to keep heavy traffic in its booth. SUPE... Grave of the Fireflies (-)
What They SayThe Review!Let me just come out and say this right off the top: The Japanese release of Hotaru no Haka (Grave of the Fireflies) is spectacular. This is without a doubt one of the most skillfully and lovingly crafted films I have ever seen, an...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... Home Video's Best and Worst For 2000
by John Thonen (Tue 01-02-2001)
...who knows world destruction is just around the corner, delivers a character who couldnt be anymore lifeless if theyd cast Hoopers old buddy, James Dean, a guy dead some 40 years. Its pretty sad. to see. Best DVD Reissue, Special Edition or Set: Th... PREVIEW: TONY HAWK'S UNDERGROUND 2
by James Stevenson (Tue 09-21-2004)
...s own fun World Destruction Tour each team trying to grab more points. Team with the most points at the end gets the whole trip paid for by the other team. Along the way you can expect some crazy antics from Tony Hawk and the boys. The journalists in ... Silent Mobius Complete Collection (Anime Legends)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-27-2008)
What They SayIn the future, Tokyo is a desolate place. After a massive earthquake, the city struggles to survive. The old city is in ruins. Acid rain falls from the sky. And worst of all, evil beings called Lucifer Hawk have invaded Earth to destroy human... Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Vol. #2
by Dani Moure (Mon 10-17-2005)
What They SayMore cracked than crack and madder than a March hare!
Here \'tis: the weirder, wilder, wackier second volume of \'Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi\'! Suffice to say that Arumi and Sasshi still haven\'t convinced that pesky goblin to send t... Silent Mobius Collectors Edition Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-27-2008)
What They Say2023. Beings known as \"Lucifer Hawk\" have begun invading the Earth from another dimension. All that stands between them and the enslavement of the human race is the Attacked Mystification Police Department,a special division of the Tokyo Po... Wizard World Los Angeles to Premiere 'Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex' (Thu 03-04-2004)
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex's U.S. premiere just one of the many highlights of this prestigious pop culture event Congers, NY - March 4, 2004 - The country's foremost authority on everything related to comic books, Wizard Entertainment, wi...ADV Films UK January 2004 Announcements (Tue 12-16-2003)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR GAMERA: ATTACK OF LEGION HE?S TOUGH. HE?S TALL. HE?S A 200-FOOT FLYING TURTLE! SECOND FEATURE-LENGTH VOLUME OF LEGENDARY GAMERA TRILOGY TO BE AVAILABLE 19th JANUARY 2004 LONDON, UK, 15th Decemb...KAMUI Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Wed 01-25-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Shingo NanamiTranslated by:Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:What They SaySpirits known as kamui are thrown into chaos when the sacred spirit Okikurumi is taken from Atsuma’s village, and the imbalance threatens to destroy Ear... Time Stranger
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 11-09-2003)
...ealt with world destruction issues before, they don’t take the news of their imminent demise by sitting on their hands. The group moves into action in trying to solve and then forcefully resolve the issue.
The mixing of the three storylines help... Everybody Is Kung Fu Fighting, Part 2
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sat 09-21-2002)
Last time, we saw Doug Moench and Paul Gulacy bring their kung-fu fighting friend back into the limelight. So what does entice Shang Chi to play those 'games of deceit and death' once again?"[The] threat to the outside world is so great that it could affe... Stirling, Turtledove, Clegg, & New Brits Hit the Scene
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 09-05-2006)
Harry Turtledove smacks the shelves again with another alternate history thriller, S.M. Stirling propels his Dies the Fire sequence, and Douglas Clegg returns from last week's paperback debut of Priest of Blood with a continuation of the Vampyricon series... Ah! My Goddess TV Vol. #1
by Bryan Morton (Wed 02-28-2007)
...riches or world destruction, Keiichi keeps it simple: \"I\'d like a goddess like you to stay by my side forever\". To his amazement (and to Belldandy\'s initial confusion), his wish is accepted. One small problem: about that \'no women\' rule in his ... Kurogane Communications Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 03-22-2002)
What They SayIn the near future, earth has been devastated by an immense war. Haruka, one of the few survivors, lives in the ruins of Japan. Knowing no other survivors, she lives with five robots. Spike, the youngest robot, serves as her best friend, Cler... Year's Best SF6
by J.A. Hitchcock (Tue 07-31-2001)
Since I travel quite a bit, collections of short stories such as this book make for great reading, especially since each story is different instead of being stuck with one book and one story for a six hour flight, I have many to choose from. On this part... Where’s My Dance with Dragons?
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-29-2007)
Reading and enjoying epic genre literature requires, unfortunately, a great deal of patience. Though we love our favorite authors for their mind-expanding work, their creation of new worlds and imaginative storytelling ability, we can be the first to bran... Super Atragon
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-21-2002)
What They SayMoments after an atomic bomb falls over Hiroshima, a secret Japanese submarine sails into battle against its American counterpart, and both are lost to history. Some fifty years later, the long-lost sub astonishingly reappears, as a mysterio... Pokemon 2000
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)
What They SayOne Person Can Make All The Difference
The Power of One: Get set for an unforgettable adventure featuring all-new Pokemon! An Ancient legend comes true when Pokemon Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres are disturbed after centuries of harmony. As th... A Literate Look at the Strike of ‘08
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 11-05-2007)
The first volume in the new Heroes print collection may be debuting this week, but Heroes: Origins, the NBC hit’s next TV incarnation, isn’t faring nearly so well. This Halloween saw the expiration of the WGA’s contract with the Alliance... The Dresden Files Returns to its Roots
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 02-06-2007)
Sara Douglass’ The Wayfarer Redemption series chugs ahead with another volume, Jim Butcher’s The Dresden Files gets another action-packed installment, and science fiction anthologies run amok in this week’s Book Buzz.
Happy Tue... Spook Country
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 08-06-2007)
The man hailed as the father of cyberpunk is back on the bookshelves with a follow-up to 2003’s Pattern Recognition, a novel Publisher’s Weekly named one of the best books of the year.
Good start of the work week to all of you Maniac ... ADV Films UK Talks February Releases (Wed 01-21-2004)
ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR FIRST VOLUME OF MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO: THE MOTION PICTURE - PRINCE OF DARKNESS FEATURE-LENGTH FILM SEQUEL TO THE POPULAR TV SERIES MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO TO BE AVAILABLE 16th FEBRUARY 2004 ...Star Wars Model Guide, Gotrek & Felix, Shannara, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 11-14-2006)
You can tell Christmas is right around the corner when the publishers start busting out the new collector’s editions and staple genre series guides. This Tuesday, November 14th brings a Voyage of Jerle Shannara and Gotrek & Felix compendiums... IMHO MMORPG 4U
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Sat 09-30-2006)
From the thousands of hours that I have spent online and playing videogames, I have come to the conclusion that the online world is filled hundreds of MMORPG's. It seems that every time that I open my email I have a new offer to join or review one. I will... Fox ZOOMs in on Sony
by News Editor (Tue 06-21-2005)
20th Century Fox is looking to put the brakes the release date of Sony Pictures' ZOOM. Fox and Marvel Enterprises "have filed suit against Sony Pictures Entertainment and Revolution Studios, alleging that their upcoming pic is confusingly similar to X-ME... Last Minute Holiday Shopping Guide: Part 1
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Mon 12-18-2006)
It’s that time of year again where shopping becomes warfare and finding that perfect gift is some times more stressful than actually buying it.
That’s where this Gift Guide comes in handy. It’s not the end-all, be-all of Gift ... Phantoms and Free DVD Players
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 09-09-2003)
In last weeks column, I put out an offer to sell my credibility in exchange for new electronics equipment. Well, no DVD player manufacturers or retailers have responded to my offer (which still stands), but Im gonna tell you how you can get a DVD player... Warner Turns on LARKLIGHT
by News Editor (Wed 04-19-2006)
Warner Bros. Pictures has picked up the rights to Philip Reeve's upcoming children's book, LARKLIGHT. The book will be published this November.This is the first book of a Victorian-era space-adventure trilogy in which a brother and sister team with a band... AUSTIN POWERS IN GOLDMEMBER
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 07-26-2002)
The trouble with AUSTIN POWERS IN GOLDMEMBER is not so much that its makers director Jay Roach, star/co-writer Mike Myers and co-writer Michael McCullers have run out of ideas. They are still capable of coming up with good gags, which surface now and ag... Kapur Takes on Fantasy LARKLIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 04-01-2008)
Director Shekhar Kapur (Elizabeth: The Golden Age) has signed on to develop and direct Larklight, says the Hollywood Reporter. The film will be a 200 million budget period fantasy, based on the 2006 novel by Phillip Reeve. Di Novi Pictures is producing fo... Bastof Lemon
by Paul Grisham (Mon 05-26-2003)
What They SayReleased by: KD Media
The Review!With Korean DVDs becoming more and more popular in the Asian import scene, it was only a matter of time before a complete, animated TV series got a Western-friendly release. Bastof Lemon presents some intere... Aura Battler Dunbine Vol. #08
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-04-2004)
What They SayRealizing that the escalating conflict above threatens Byston Well, the Feeorine use their magic to catapult deadly machines onto the Aura Road causing them to surface on Upper Earth. Now the stage has been set for war to determine the future... Barefoot Gen
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-17-2006)
What They SayHiroshima, August 1945. Gen is a cheerful elementary school student living in Japan during World War II. After years of living with difficult wartime rationing and impoverished conditions, Gen and his family have managed to maintain a relativ... Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
by Dani Moure (Tue 09-20-2005)
What They SayFrom one of the most celebrated filmmakers in the history of animation, and the creator of the Oscar-winning Spirited Away comes Hayao Miyazaki\'s epic ecological masterpiece!
A thousand years after a global war, a seaside kingdom known as t... Great Dangaioh Vol. #1
by luis (Wed 10-15-2003)
The Review!Take three young pilots, a horde of evil mechas, a few mysterious people, and one metal savior of man named Dangaioh. Have Dangaioh beat one or more giant mecha each episode. Lather, rinse, and repeat. The title may be Great Dangaioh but wha... Everything I Need To Know I Learned From Anime
by His Lordship Chaos (-)
Pan-dimensional mallets are easy to wield despite their ridiculously large size.
There is no such thing as overkill. Period.
Rampant lesbianism needs no excuse. (hey, it's the truth!)
No one ever finds it strange if you can spontaneously change gend... SG-1: Beyond The Gate - Part One
by Miwa Hirai (Fri 06-07-2002)
After airing on Showtime for five years, STARGATE SG-1 has a new home for its final season. 22 new one-hour adventures begin airing tonight on the Sci-Fi Channel. Although STARGATE SG-1 has been slated for a new time slot, the quality of stories, performa... Baron Gong Battle Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 06-10-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Taguchi MasayukiTranslated by:Yuri YoshinoAdapted by:What They SayAn Ancient Terror... REBORN!
The worst living weapon was a super creature from ancient times... the Neo Hume, and the Nazis have brought it back. Only one man ... From Far Away Vol.#04
by Audrey Zarr (Tue 11-08-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kyoko HikawaTranslated by:Yuko SawadaAdapted by:What They SayA prophecy of doom, passed down from generation to generation, has finally arrived. Manifest in the form of a young teenage girl named Noriko, the awakening promises... Arc the Lad Complete Collection (Fri 08-01-2003)
What They SayJoin Elk, the youngest member of the Hunter\'s Guild, who finds himself propelled into an epic odyssey across an apocalyptic world. Together with the lovely Lieza, the powerful warrior Shu, and the outlaw Arc the Lad, Elk must defeat a sinist...Dai Guard Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-02-2002)
What They SayEveryone\'s worried about the bottom line. The Earth must be saved from the encroaching invaders, but has anyone bothered to add up the price tag for victory? Luckily for the human race, our trio of heroes has thrown the calculator out of the... Project Arms Vol.#05
by Jarred Pine (Wed 05-11-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ryoji Minagawa and Kyoichi NanatsukiTranslated by:Katy BridgesAdapted by:What They SayThe X-Army is the latest group of super-agents that are after Ryo and the other Arms kids. Up against these agents with powers of super stre... Psycho Busters Vol.#02
by Greg Hackmann (Mon 06-23-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Akinari NaoTranslated by:Stephen PaulAdapted by:Stephen PaulWhat They SayEver since Kakeru met the gorgeous Ayano, he\'s been in a whole new world. Ayano and her friends are powerful psychics... and it\'s possible Kakeru\'s on... Roland's journey concludes today with THE DARK TOWER VII
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 09-21-2004)
Roland the gunslinger has finally reached his end goal: the forboding tower of the Crimson King stands before him, beckoning him to enter and bring an end to destruction of Mid-World and the many others in THE DARK TOWER VII. The concluding chapter of Ste... Nazca Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-18-2000)
What They SayThe souls of ancient Inca warriors have been reincarnated in the modern world to do battle with each other. On one side is Tate, whose twisted ideal of creating a perfect world means the destruction of all humanity. On the other side is Kyoji... Lost World Vol.#01
by Mike Dungan (Tue 11-30-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Osamu TezukaTranslated by:Kumar SivasubramanianAdapted by:What They SayFrom the creator of Astro Boy comes Lost World, the first of Osamu Tezuka's cycle of groundbreaking science-fiction graphic novels - including Metropolis a... Gold Rush: Spider-Man Swings to the Rescue
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Wed 12-05-2001)
When it came time for Marvel to issue a "definitive statement" set within the Marvel Universe addressing the terrorist attacks on the United States that took place on September 11, 2001, the choice of title should have been fairly obvious to any fan, and ... 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... CAPTAIN AMERICA #5
by Tony Whitt (Tue 10-15-2002)
With all the spear-rattling and cries for war going on in the US today, it's a refreshing change of pace to find an expression of patriotism that's not a cry for blood, or a means to win an election, or an attack on those who are somehow less patriotic. B... Bastard (Regular & Limited Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-05-2001)
What They SayDark Schneider is the \"Bastard!\"! A lone warlock, freed from years of imprisonment, stands against an army of destruction bent on world conquest and the resurrection of an ancient evil. But Dark Schneider is not protecting the desperate peo... Bandai Entertainment to Release Scrapped Princess (-)
March 11, 2005 (Cypress, CA) – Bandai Entertainment announced today the release Scrapped Princess, a new fantasy adventure series from famed animation studio, BONES studios (Cowboy Bebop the Movie, Wolf’s Rain, Full Metal Alchemist). The first...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’... Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor Complete Collection (Thu 05-01-2008)
What They SayLurking under the facade of everyday life lies a dark world of pain and destruction. The world is controlled by a sinister brotherhood that hides their fangs behind masks of humanity. They are the Chronos Corporation. While investigating a my...A Ghost World of His Own
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Mon 08-13-2001)
It's been justly acclaimed as one of the great works of comic book literature, and now it's made the leap to the silver screen in a well-received film adaptation. Amid the expected blockbuster hits like JURASSIC PARK III and PLANET OF THE APES, GHOST WORL... Around the World in Seventy Minutes
by Randall Larson (Thu 02-01-2007)
THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONS
When it premiered in 1956, producer Mike Todd’s flamboyant cinematic incarnation of the Jules Verne novel, Around the World in 80 Days, was the world’s most expensive and elaborate film, directed by... Noein Vol. #2
by Bryan Morton (Mon 07-30-2007)
What They SayThe next 4 episodes in the cult anime hit of 2007.Described by the director, Akane Kazuki as "The Terminator meets Stand By Me".Noein - To Your Other Self will appeal to both male and female sci-fi and anime fans.
Episodes Comprise
6 " Dime... Roumanian Princesses and Lords of Lies
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 04-14-2008)
A slim release schedule doesn’t mean skimpy genre fare as this week’s debuts prove with big releases from powerhouse authors Kate Elliott, Orson Scott Card, and Ursula K. Le Guin along with newcomer Paul Genesse and a handful of talent from ac... His Name Was Bond, James Bond
by Edward Gross (Mon 11-15-1999)
When Timothy Dalton appeared in LICENCE TO KILL, which was destined to be his swan song as James Bond with no one, not even the actor himself expecting Pierce Brosnan to replace him in the next film six years later he was proud of what had been accomp... IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS on Disc
by Steve Biodrowski (Tue 02-22-2000)
After MEMOIRS OF AN INVISIBLE MAN (1992), the big-budget studio production starring Chevy Chase, fans may have been wondering whether John Carpenter could still deliver the goods. Not that the film was badthe sleek craftsmanship weve come to expect from... Twelve Kingdoms Vol. #01: Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-25-2003)
What They SayThe legend begins when a mysterious blond stranger confronts a teenage girl Yuoko, and she is pulled into another world to face her destiny. Thus begins Youko’s perilous and mystic journey to the Kingdom of Kei on an epic road of espion... PAC-MAN WORLD 3 Ships
by News Editor (Wed 11-16-2005)
Namco Hometek has begun shipping Pac-Man World 3 for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo GameCube and PC. The game will also be available on Nintendo DS and PSP (PlayStation Portable) system in December. The 25-year o... What Lies Beneath Harrison Ford?
by SCOTT COLLURA (Thu 07-25-2002)
Harrison Ford, who happens to be one of the biggest Hollywood stars of the past 25 years, also happens to be the rare example of a star who is able to separate his business from his personal life. For example, while promoting his latest film, K-19: THE WI... Scrapped Princess Novel Vol.#01
by Sakura Eries (Fri 08-04-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ichiro Sakaki/Yukinobu AzumiTranslated by:Paul KottaAdapted by:What They SayFourteen years ago, a dark and devastating prophecy was revealed: a girl will bring about destruction and death and the world will lie in ruins. A dec... Dragonball Z TV #51: World Tournament - Junior Division (Tue 06-26-2001)
What They SayThe World Tournament begins! Combatants collide, fist fly, kicks explode, powers erupts, and as the dust settles and the victors advance to the finals, Goten and Trunks stand atop the ranks, now prepared to face against each other. To the vic...Final Fantasy Unlimited Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 02-28-2004)
What They SayFeeding on the hearts of those consumed by terror, Chaos is finally revealed as the true force behind Earl Tyrant?s power. By destroying and swallowing up the outside worlds and then ensnaring their residents in the chaotic landscape of Wonde... Cylons in America
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 01-28-2008)
Ever since its conception in 1978, Battlestar Galactica has been offering viewers a layered SF universe, one that manages to stay grounded with the world around us and in sync with contemporary American society. Like any good sci-fi series BSG explores th... Imma Youjo Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayThroughout history, an elemental force roams the world, bringing death and destruction. Upon seeing her, men and women willingly bring down their societies for just a few moments of contact with her body. She exists only to destroy and legend... Inheritance Trilogy Still in Stride
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 03-13-2007)
Whether or not you enjoyed the rather hollow cinematic translation of Eragon this past December, there’s no denying that Christopher Paolini’s Inheritance Trilogy has legs. Ever since the first book’s film adaptation release, the seco... RahXephon (novel) Vol.#05
by Sakura Eries (Wed 01-17-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Hiroshi OhnogiTranslated by:Gretchen KernAdapted by:Ailen LujoWhat They SayTERRA prepares for Operation Downfall to wipe out the interdimensional barrier of Tokyo Jupiter. As the human world and the Mulian\'s world collide tog... ARISE!: THE SUBGENIUS MOVIE
by Brian Thomas (Thu 04-01-2004)
Some may argue that theres no way for me to give an objective review of ARISE!, as Ive been an ordained minister in the Church of the SubGenius since 1979. While Ill admit that theres no such thing as a truly objective review the involvement of a h... Texhnolyze Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-25-2004)
What They SayThe \"Spectacle\" has started and the city of Lukuss has become a battleground between the city\'s major gangs, the Organo, the Racan and the Salvation Union. All the while Yoshii, the anarchist from the surface world, continues to bring even... The “Potterverse” Defined
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 04-03-2007)
Jim Butcher propels the Dresden Files, Janine Cross’s dark fantasy series reaches its conclusion, and entertainment journalist Edward Gross takes a stab at chronicling the development of all things Harry Potter in a very weighted edition of this ... Top 5 Top 5 Lists of 2007
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 12-31-2007)
It’s the last Weekly Book Buzz of the year, and even though this release schedule is for the first batch of SF, Fantasy, and Horror books coming out in 2008 I wanted to take a quick, clichéd look at the requisite lists of 2007 superlatives.
... World of Narue Collector's Series Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-26-2004)
What They SayContains 4 DVDs (the full series) in one lovely artbox!
Narue is an adorable schoolgirl with a secret. She\'s really an alien with powers right out of a sci-fi comic! But growing up is never easy, and it doesn\'t help when you\'re from outer... Texhnolyze Lenticular Box Set
by Dan Barry (Wed 07-25-2007)
What They SayIchise\'s grief only allows him to enjoy the pain of the fighting pits in the underground city of Lukuss. However, when a gang punishes Ichise by cutting his arm and leg off, his will to live overcomes the odds and attracts the attention of t... AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS: Classic Soundtrack gets Deluxe Expanded Edition
by Randall Larson (Tue 12-19-2006)
On the 50th Anniversary of the film’s release, Hit Parade Records, the imported audiophile-quality reissue label, is proud to announce the release of a greatly expanded edition of Victor Young’s 1956 Academy Award winning score for Around t... El-Hazard, The Magnificent World Box Set
by Roman Martel (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Overall Rating: 4.5
(on a scale of 1-5)
-Technical Ratings-
Sound: 5
Picture: 5
Menu: 5
Presentation: 4
Goodies: 5
Overall: 4.8
-Content Ratings-
Animation: 4
Sound: 4
Plot: 4
English Acting: 5
Music: 4
Entertainment: 4
Overall: 4.2
-Intro-
... Kerry's World
by Scott Collura (Fri 09-17-2004)
SKY CAPTAIN AND THE WORLD OF TOMORROW debuts this weekend at theaters nationwide, and boy is it worth the wait. A truly spectacular retro sci-fi offering, the picture details the heroic exploits of Joe "Sky Captain" Sullivan (Jude Law), an ace pilot ... Ben Johnson vs. World War Hulk
by Ben Johnson (Sat 11-24-2007)
Happy Wednesday to all, and welcome to another weekly installment of all things wondrous, wacky, and wall-crawling in the wily world of comics. Ah, and what a treat it will be, as I, Ben Johnson, in my stunning debut, razzle and dazzle and deconstruc... The New World
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 08-02-2004)
Genre:Historical/Drama.Studio:New Line Cinema.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Greenlighted.Who's In It:Colin Farrell (John Smith); Christopher Plummer (Captain Christopher Newport); Christian Bale (John Rolfe); David Thewlis (Captain Wingfeld); ... Around the World in 80 Days
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Wed 02-11-2004)
Genre:Action/Adventure.Studio:Paramount Pictures.Production Company:Walden Media/Paramount Pictures.Project Phase:In the Can.Who's In It:Jackie Chan (Passepartout); Steve Coogan (Phileas Fogg); Jim Broadbent (Lord Kelvin); Johnny Knoxville; Cecile de Fran... Origin: Spirits of the Past
by John Eriani (Wed 09-12-2007)
What They SayThree hundred years since the landscape of the world has been drastically rewritten. The remnants of humanity are divided as never before. Half seek a tenuous coexistence with the Forest, half seek to dominate and subdue that which they canno... .hack//SIGN Vol. #1: Login
by Tom Chung (Sun 04-13-2003)
The Review!The technical aspects of the show and the LE box are pretty much as Chris has described it. The music and video are very well done and outstrip what\'s on Cartoon Network. Even the sound levels have been corrected so the background music does... Orion Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Wed 07-23-2008)
I'm having a hard time deciding whether I like Orion in spite of its absurdity or because of it.Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Shirow MasamuneTranslated by:Frederick Schodt / Toren Smith / Duane JohnsonAdapted by:What They SayIn the mighty Yamata Empire, ma... This Ugly Yet Beautiful World Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-01-2006)
What They SayAs Hikari and Takeru grow closer, Hikari begins to experience many sensations. That butterfly-like fluttering in her heart. The liquid warmth deep down inside. The urge to destroy. What's a guy to do when he falls for a girl who just might ... 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 ...Dragon Ball Z: Bardock/Trunks Double Feature
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-29-2008)
Two of the more popular features from the Dragon Ball Z franchise make their way to Blu-ray again as we get opposite ends of Goku’s life dealt with.
What They SayThe History of Trunks Goku is dead, victim of a deadly virus. Last of the Z Warriors t... 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... Fallin’ Through the Cracks
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 04-24-2007)
Although American publishers have no problem churning out movie novelizations on time and en masse, some great genre literature is falling through the cracks, getting too little publicity or attention to garner the widespread praise it rightfully dese... Hellboy
by Coming Attractions (Tue 02-10-2004)
Genre:Horror/Action/Comic Book Adaptation.Studio:Revolution Studios.Production Company:Lawrence Gordon Productions/Dark Horse Entertainment.Project Phase:In the Can.Who's In It:Ron Perlman (Hellboy); Selma Blair (Liz Sherman); John Hurt (Dr. Broom); Jeffr... Comic-Con News: July 23 and July 24 Schedule
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 07-11-2008)
The full schedule for this year's Comic Con has been released here but as always, we're going to sift through the press releases and give you the panels covering Movies, DVD and TV events. You can check out the first two days below.Wednesday, July 23, PRE... Wolf's Rain Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-13-2005)
What They SayJaguara’s attempt to open a false Paradise has been crushed, but her actions may still destroy the world! As the remaining wolves and humans flee the collapsing castle, they see death and destruction all around. The wolves have made it ... Ah! My Goddess: The Movie : Ah! My Goddess The Movie Original Soundtrack
by Lauren Goodnight (Fri 05-14-2004)
What They SayA must-have for fans of the movie and Ah! My Goddess in general! This original soundtrack contains 26 musical tracks and the bonus track: Cantilena Angel.The Review!Content: A
Audio: A-
Packaging: B-
Extras: n/a
Packaging:
Pioneer has ... ADV Announces Acquisition of New Series 009-1 (Mon 01-08-2007)
"Neo Cold War Espionage With A Science-Fiction Twist." " Anime Insider HOUSTON, December 8, 2007 "ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime outside of Japan, announced it has acquired exclusive home video and broadcast rights in North Ame...Third, The Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Mon 05-12-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ryo Hoshino / Ariko ItouTranslated by:Angela LiuAdapted by:Mel GildenWhat They SayMany years after a devastating war killed 80% of the population, Earth is being watched by a group of beings known as The Third, named for the t... Godannar Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 09-28-2005)
What They SayFive years ago, as the Mimetic Beasts laid waste to Japan, Dannar Pilot Go saved young Anna Aoi\'s life. Now, as they prepare to march down the aisle, a new Beast appears and Go is summoned into battle once more. But he\'s not going alone if ... Potterverse Threatened
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 04-21-2008)
Move over Voldemort, there’s a new sorceress in town who’s quickly earning the title of “She Who Must Not Be Named.” J.K. Rowling, creator of the Harry Potter universe, seems to be getting swept up in the commercialized trappings o... Comicscape - February 1, 2006
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 02-01-2006)
My colleague of questionable esteem, Al Brown, and a couple of readers suggested I write a column about comics that might appeal to women and those repelled by spandex, big guns, big muscles, and big tits. Rather than just targeting women, I've decided to... Viz Media Showcases A Variety of New Titles at 2008 BookExpo America Show (Fri 05-30-2008)
Company To Offer A Dynamic Array Of Manga Titles For Children, Teens And Adults At Preeminent Publishing Event In Booth #1647 San Francisco, CA, May 30, 2008 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehens...Steamboy (also w/gift set)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-15-2005)
What They SayFrom acclaimed Akira director Katsuhiro Otomo comes this retro science-fiction epic starring the voice-acting talents of Anna Paquin, Alfred Molina, and Patrick Stewart!
Set in 19th Century Victorian England, Steamboy follows the harrowing e... Gasaraki Vol. #8
by Paul Jacques (Mon 08-04-2003)
What They SayThe world stands poised on the brink of destruction. Only through the actions of a few brave men and women will the Earth survive the coming conflict. While the puppets of the Kugutsu struggle to sever the strings that control them, the Kai p... Mania Manifesto: Top 7 Video Games at E3
by Damon Brown (Tue 07-22-2008)
Each week, Mania special correspondent Damon Brown, author of Porn & Pong: How Grand Theft Auto, Tomb Raider and Other Sexy Games Changed Modern Pop Culture, offers his unique take on society, entertainment and other issues of critical concern to Mani... Return to the Land of SHANNARA: A Conversation with Terry Brooks
by By Andrew Osmond (Mon 10-30-2000)
[Warning to Ilse Witch readers: some plot spoilers follow.]`It`s a five-book set,` Terry Brooks says of the latest incarnation of his best-selling Shannara fantasy series. Ilse Witch, the first of the quintet, is already available from Ballantine. `I`m on... DAREDEVIL #26
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Sat 10-20-2001)
SPOILER WARNING No Second Chances, Kids.He really wasn't kidding. When Bendis told CINESCAPE that the first story arc would be replete with surprises, he wasn't just pulling our billy club. The opening sequence of Bendis' first new issue of DAREDEVIL doe... MERV PUMPKINHEAD: AGENT OF DREAM
by James Busbee (Wed 10-18-2000)
What do our dreams dream? Its the question at the heart of Neil Gaimans Sandman, the critically acclaimed Vertigo series from DC Comics. And, in the wake of that completed series, Vertigo creators continue to take cracks at the question in The Sandman P... Comicscape - June 2, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-02-2004)
OPINION: Hope everyone had a good Memorial Day and that, if you weren't out remembering those who have fought and died for our freedom, you were at least enjoying the fruits (and nicely grilled meats) of that freedom at the park or campgrounds of your cho... 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... Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess and more!
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Wed 11-22-2006)
With two consoles being released within 2 days of each other, plenty of games have hit the market. Something different from the PS3 launch though is that there are a lot of Wii games that can be played. The competition has also held off, so that it is... Beat BtX Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-24-2007)
What They SayThe earth continues to suffer from the throes of mankind\'s pollution and environmental destruction. The Empire of Machines secretly schemes to take over the world and have succeeded in creating supreme \"Roboticks\" known as B\'T (Beat).
I... 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... World of Disgaea Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Wed 07-11-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Takehito HaradaTranslated by:Koji Tajii, Yoshihiro Watanabe, Satsuki YamashitaAdapted by:Jason R. GrissomWhat They SayThis beautiful full-color, hardcover illustration book features original concept art, sketches, and the lush... Munto 2
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-21-2006)
What They SayIt’s been a year since psychic schoolgirl Yumemi’s life turned upside down with the arrival of Magical King Munto. When he first appeared and demanded her help to save his world, she refused out of fear…and has regretted her... Slayers: The Book of Spells
by Edmund Lee (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Ahhhh... my favourite part about Slayers, the OAVs. I myself didn't quite enjoy the TV series of Slayers, but I enjoy watching these 3 sets of episodes. Not only that, I prefer the crazy antics and adventures Naga and Lina go thru.
In The Scar... Paramount delays THE CORE
by Mike Whybark (Wed 10-02-2002)
VARIETY reports that Jon Amiel's Paramount SF action flick THE CORE is laying low over the holidays, crediting effects work. The sequences being inserted are reportedly of your end-of-the-world, global catastrophic destruction variety.The film's story bui... Yu Yu Hakusho: The Movie
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-28-2002)
What They SayRestored to life by supernatural forces, high school delinquent Yusuke was granted paranormal fighting powers to protect the innocent.The Review!Having finally seen some of the TV series, CPM has decided to trot out their piece of the Hakusho... Bubblegum Crisis 2040 Vol. #6
by Edmund Lee (Wed 02-06-2002)
The Review!With the 5 last episodes on this disc, this brings a conclusion to a great series.
On the first episode, it begins where we left of in the last episode. Rogue boomers are invading the Silky Doll, and this forces the gang to make an escape. Onc... Inma Seiden Box Set 2
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-20-2004)
What They SayThe Academy\'s saviors had rounded up armors dedicating to the heavenly fighters. Yet the time when the armors are handed to the heavenly fighters also marks the world\'s impending demise. Risk sacrificing the academy followers, the Fire Witc... Imma Youjo Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayThroughout history, an elemental force roams the world, bringing death and destruction. Upon seeing her, men and women willingly bring down their societies for just a few moments of contact with her body. She exists only to destroy and legend... Imma Youjo Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayThroughout history, an elemental force roams the world, bringing death and destruction. Upon seeing her, men and women willingly bring down their societies for just a few moments of contact with her body. She exists only to destroy and legend... Imma Youjo Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-29-2003)
What They SayThroughout history, an elemental force roams the world, bringing death and destruction. Upon seeing her, men and women willingly bring down their societies for just a few moments of contact with her body. She exists only to destroy and legend... Scrapped Princess Vol. #1 (also w/ Artbox + Limited Edition Figure)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-15-2005)
What They SayPacifica Cassul is known as the \"Scrapped Princess.\" According to prophecy, she is the poison that will destroy the world on her 16th birthday. In order to avoid being killed, she must secretly wander the lands along with her two siblings w... Innocent Venus Vol. #1
by Bryan Morton (Fri 10-05-2007)
What They SayIN A DARK FUTURE, HOPE RESTS WITH INNOCENT VENUS
SLICKLY ANIMATED POST-APOCALYPTIC MECH ACTIONER DEBUTS
Hailing from famed production studio Bandai Visual (Mobile Suit Gundam, Cowboy Bebop) and Director Jun Kawagoe (New Getter Robo), Innoce... 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... Those Who Hunt Elves Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Thu 08-05-2004)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yagami YuTranslated by:Eiko McGregorAdapted by:What They SayThe elf-hunters are back! Stripping elves left and right, they lumber through a bizarre alien world, searching for the fragments of a mystical spell that will lead th... Ah! My Goddess TV Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-15-2006)
What They SayBelldandy and Keiichi are caught up in the battle over the Earth\'s Fate when The Lord of Terror suddenly takes over Urd! The Lord of Terror summons the Demon gate, and woe to us all if she opens it! The world will be overrun by demons.
The ... X Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 10-05-2002)
What They SayTwo choices, two sides, one future... Two groups of supernaturally powered warriors begin a prophetic battle to shape the future- a clash that will rock the foundations of the planet! The Dragons of Earth swear to purge humanity from the worl... UROTSUKIDOJI
by Steve Biodrowski (Sun 06-10-2001)
The Urotsukidoji saga has attained a certain legendary statussome might prefer the word 'notoriety'for its animated depictions of graphic sex and violence. The OVA (original video animation) series has developed a considerable cult following, both in spit... Welcome to the NHK Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-16-2008)
What They SayWhat started as a romantic getaway with Hitomi, now seems to be turning into Sato\'s vacation of a lifetime.. and not in a good way! Fortunately, his uncharacteristic enthusiasm may be his ticket in convincing his partners in depression that ...