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Digital Color Grading explored
by Mike Whybark (Mon 12-23-2002)
VARIETY spotlights a postproduction color-enhancement technique called digital color grading as employed in THE TWO TOWERS. The technique enables selective color manipulation and shifts in a subject's color balance or hue, and is described as employed to ... Digital Debate
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 09-20-2006)
Hail and well met, my heroes and villains. Welcome to another Wednesday and another COMICSCAPE. Last week's column on digital and web comics generated several letters of civil disagreement. Thankfully, everyone kept my mother, my wife, and my personal ... Digital Color highlighted
by Mike Whybark (Mon 02-24-2003)
THE LOS ANGELES TIMES takes a look at the recent adoption of digital color adjustment on a widespread basis in cinema, highlighting its' use in THE TWO TOWERS but noting other uses as well.Digital colorist Peter Doyle is on hand to say, "Only in the last ... 
DIGITAL WEBBING: The Comic Book
by Frank Kurtz (Thu 09-06-2001)
The Digital Webbing comic info website is launching its first comic series: DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS.This comic taking the website's name is intended as a vehicle for creators to "test drive their concepts and creations in a proven, reliable venue rather ... Editorial: Going Digital
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-31-1998)
Going digital
You just might have to bear with me this month folks. It's anime related, but it goes the larger scope of things.
The two words above reflect my state of mind these days. Going digital. It's a motto. It's a way of life. It's the future.
L... Digital Manga Publishing Announces 2 New Websites & Three New Titles (-)
Los Angeles, California (February 18, 2005) For Immediate Release – Digital Manga Publishing Announces 2 New Websites & Three New Titles Digital Manga Publishing announces 2 highly anticipated websites – The re-launch of the Digital Manga Pu...The Advantages of Digital Comics and Why I Will Never Like Them
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 09-13-2006)
No one tires of arguing about the future, even comic readers. Though we often find ourselves embroiled in the latest round of delays, controversy, and creator antics, in the back of every fan's mind looms a storm that won't veer to the east and leave us ... Ranma 1/2: Digital Dojo Season 1 Box Set
by Bryan McAvoy (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Well, color me surprised, Ranma is a funny, well animated and very entertaining show. With the VHS tapes costing 30 bucks a shot, I never really considered it. In a way I'm happy about this, as I've saved a ton of money, but I'm also a little d... Manga Goes Digital
by Oliver Chin (-)
Reprinted with permission by the author
Comic Retailer
October 15, 2002
As the saying goes, "something old, something new." In that spirit, companies are just like the people that work in them. Both can evolve and change their focus according to market ... 'Punisher: War Zone' using Thomson Grass Valley (Sun 06-01-2008)
From a press release Las Vegas (National Association of Broadcasters Convention — Booths SL106/SL2120) April 12, 2008 — The Thomson Grass Valley™ Bones Dailies system from Thomson (Euronext Paris: 18453; NYSE: TMS) has premiered at Tech...ROBOT: SUPER COLOR COMIC RETURNS! (Tue 10-30-2007)
UDON and d/visual Join Forces to Continue Popular Artbook Series Toronto, ON – Oct 29, 2007 - Conceived and edited by Range Murata (”Last Exile”, ”Blue Submarine No.6”), and published in Japan by Wanimagazine, ROBOT is a u...Digital cosmetics for the 'X-Men 3' (Mon 01-16-2006)
Lola Visual Effects has confirmed to XMF that they are working on Brett Ratner's 'X3', to provide realistic cosmetic improvements for the film. "We enhance, fine tune and clean certain images up that you'll be seeing on the screen [for X3]." said a repre...Laura Martin talks to Mania
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Sun 01-14-2007)
When I first started writing about the comic book industry, one of the first people in the industry that I became fast friends with was colorist Laura Martin. She was working with the online magazine, Sequential Tart and coloring a multitude of proj... Pioneer DVL-919 DVD/LD Player (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer DVL-919 DVD/LD Player Review By Dustin Blaine Javier \"LD is dead! Long live DVD!!\" As a Laserphile for the past 5+ years, I refused to believe that, but if you pick up a copy of The DVD-Laserdisc Newsletter (formerly Th...Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-26-2001)
What They SayDVD edition of the \'Vampire Hunter D\' movie which is a high quality anime made by teams from Japan and the U.S. and opened theatrically in April 21 (2001.) Based on the original story by Hideyuki Kikuchi, and directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri (... Comicscape - August 10, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 08-10-2005)
A couple of weeks ago, a COMICSCAPE reader asked me to do a column about breaking into comics. Here, I present the first of a couple of columns on the subject. Many comics professionals began their career in self-publishing they created their own books, ... FUNimation Channel Goes Live on SureWest Digital Television (Mon 12-18-2006)
Top anime available 24/7 on digital channel from FUNimation Entertainment FORT WORTH, TX - December 18, 2006 - FUNimation Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation and the market share leader for home video sales of Japanese animat...NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD
by Brian Thomas (Fri 09-24-2004)
Bet you never thought you’d see NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD with a 20th Century Fox logo on it, did you? Sure, the fact that director George Romero and company didn’t think to put a copyright notice on the initial release prints caused their hit film to slip... Ghost In The Shell: Special Edition
by Luis Cruz (Tue 03-29-2005)
What They SayBased On The Manga By Masamune Shirow
2029-A female cybernetic government agent, Major Motoko Kusanagi, anditheiInternal Bureau of Investigations are hot on the trail of \"The Puppet Master,\" a mysterious and threatening computer virus c... Lionsgate Joins Digital File Team with iPod
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 03-11-2008)
Lionsgate has become the second studio to allow its movies to be copied from DVDs onto iPod devices, reports Variety. Although several studios have started experimenting with digital copies of discs -- a strategy considered an important hedge against pira... Digital Destruction
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 12-05-2007)
As with most media, comic books experience a fair amount of piracy on the Internet. Most of the time, sites only host BitTorrent trackers over actual scanned comics. The trackers allow the downloader to assemble the file in small pieces from oth... STAR TREK: Special Effects Redux, Part III
by Frank Garcia (Mon 01-17-2000)
In Part Three of our exploration of Digital Stream’s vision to rework the special effects of STAR TREK The Original Series` with their own brand of cutting edge artistry, we approached a number of individuals who have made their careers working with STAR ... Hellsing Box Set
by Tam Nguyen (Sun 09-14-2003)
The Review!The Shindig:
"My name is Hermes... I become tame by eating my own wings..." Exactly what does this bizarre statement mean? Is there a Hermes in this show? Last time I checked there wasn't... Perhaps this is some sort of statement that is ... Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Solid State Society Awarded with Jury Prize at 21st Digital Content Grand Prix (Thu 02-08-2007)
"Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Solid State Society", directed by Kenji Kamiyama and released in Japan in November 2006, has been awarded with the Jury Prize at the 21st Digital Content Grand Prix. Produced by Production I.G, Bandai Visual, Ban...The Technology of EPISODE II
by Paul Zimmerman (Thu 03-21-2002)
"We didn't want to just push the envelope we wanted to lick it," says producer Rick McCallum of shooting STAR WARS: EPISODE II ATTACK OF THE CLONES entirely on digital video. Speaking before a packed room of theater owners and press in Las Vegas, Nev., ... Attack of the Killer Subtitles
by Adam Schenker (-)
Disclaimer
I'm not an expert in video signal theory or anything like that. This article is just a brief (well, it was supposed to be when I started), general overview compiled from various sources for your information. I don't make any claims about the a... Spielberg downs digital filming, projection
by Christopher Allan Smith (Tue 06-04-2002)
More from that WIRED interview with Steven Spielberg we first brought your attention to a week or so back. When last we dipped into the chat between the most powerful man in the history of filmmaking and the cutting-edge computer magazine, Spielberg was t... TOKYOPOP INC. TEAMS UP WITH THE NBA TO DELIVER FULL-COURT ACTION TO READERS WITH FAST-BREAKING NBA SPORTS MANGA (Tue 04-27-2004)
Exciting New Line to Feature NBA Greats Shaquille O'Neal, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and Jason Kidd LOS ANGELES (April 26, 2004)--TOKYOPOP Inc. and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have given basketball a new way to transcend the court. The compa...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...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 ...Shaylinn
by Blazej Szpakowicz (Sun 08-28-2005)
Welcome to the
latest edition of the DCG Artist Spotlight!
Our victim today is
Shaylinn.
Comics2Film (C2F):
How/why did you start manipping?
Shaylinn: After
being shown an image from another DCGer I thought it would be really cool to
see the origi... Freedom Vol. #1 HD DVD
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 06-09-2007)
What They SayContains episode 1.
In the 23rd century, mankind has fled earth and emigrated to the moon. The last outpost of civilization is the Lunar Republic of Eden, where the omnipresent Citizens Administration Council grants residents everything the... Chobits: Original Soundtrack 002
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
What They SayA second volume of music from the anime series about a boy and his beautiful, living computer! Melodious sound bytes from the hit show!
The liner notes for this CD also include English and phonetic lyric translations!The Review!3 out of 5
Mu... The Return of Divi-Chan
by Roman Martel (Sat 01-01-2000)
Well after returning home to find that an imposter had given an interview in her stead, Divi was pretty upset. As it turns out the imposter is not only someone who knows Divi well enough to impersonate her but has also caused trouble in the past. With som... Spielberg to go digital for INDIANA JONES 4
by Christopher Allan Smith (Tue 08-06-2002)
Despite his long-time reluctance to shoot anything with the first generation of feature film ready digital video cameras, Steven Spielberg may be jumping the digital divide with INDIANA JONES 4. Spielberg was quoted on the JONES news website TheRaider.net... Wings of Honneamise (BD+DVD Combo)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-02-2007)
What They SayExperience the classic anime masterpiece in the highest visual and audio quality ever with this ultimate Blu-ray & DVD Two Disc Set! \"I will not give up. I will realize my dream...even if it means death!\" Acclaimed by anime fans all over th... ADV Films sets street date for Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - The Secret Cave (Mon 01-28-2002)
ADV FILMS has set a street date of April 23, 2002 for the home video release of The Secret Cave - the eighth volume of Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water. This charming anime series was produced by Gainax, the creators of Neon Genesis Evangelion, and loosely...Going Digital with Marvel
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 11-28-2007)
Happy Wednesday, Maniacs, and welcome to another fantastic foray into the heart of sequential art with this week’s Comicscape! I, your loyal columnist, will lead this journey into the dark digital future as we examine Marvel’s newest onli... VIZ MEDIA AND KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAIMENT, INC. ANNOUNCE LICENSING DEAL (Thu 06-19-2008)
VIZ Media Licenses BLUE DRAGON Trading Card Game Rights To Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. For North America San Francisco, CA, June 18, 2008 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishi...Toshiba SD-2200 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Toshiba SD-2200 Review - George Velez (September 2000) Vital statistics (Full statistics below): DVD/VCD/CD Audio Playback (No CD-R/CD-RW support) S-Video/Composite/Parallel Video Out Digital Coaxial and Optical (Toslink)/Analog/...Blood: The Last Vampire Complete Box (Wed 04-25-2001)
What They SayThe movie uses the full spectrum of digital animation which is said to have impressed even James Cameron. Japan\'s top creators gathered to make the show, which was shown in theaters using the HDCAM24P format which George Lucas will also be u...STAR TREK Special Effects Redux, Part I
by Frank Garcia (Fri 01-14-2000)
For the past 30 years millions of STAR TREK fans all over the world have faithfully watched 79 episodes of the original 1960s TV series in reruns and videotapes in a seemingly perpetual loop. There are hardcore fans today who can tell you, from a single l... Chobits Vol. #6: My Only Person
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-06-2004)
What They SayIs Chi a Chobit? Minoru dedicates himself to investigate the truth behind the Chobits series and suffers dealing with unsavory people and working to the point of exhaustion to uncover Chi\'s relationship with those Persocoms of legend. For Hi... 20 Questions with Manga Entertainment
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-24-1998)
Many thanks go out to the folks over at Manga who followed through with myself and the fans to try and answer some of the questions on the minds of DVD owners these days. The Q&A session took place with Mike Egan, the GM and Marketing Director in charge o... Chobits Vol. #7: Chat Room
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-26-2004)
What They SayHideki and Chi have been through a lot which gives their friends many things to think about and reflect upon. What mysteries and revelations will they encounter now that they have a chance to sit down and review their lives...? The Review!The... Saiyuki Reload Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-23-2005)
What They SayOne day, Lirin meets two brothers who leave offerings at a small shrine hoping to see their late mother. That night, their mother appears before them and tells the overjoyed brothers to obtain Sanzo’s scripture, which will bring her bac... Chobits Vol. #2: The Empty City
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-22-2003)
What They SayWhile Hideki studies for cram school he also learns many things about Chi. Some books have a strange effect on her, she requires charging, and keeping a chobit unit can be expensive! Chi decides to get a job to help out with the bills, but ... Saiyuki Reload Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-20-2005)
What They SayThe legendary Sanzo group continues on the path to saving the world from the revival of Gyumaoh and his demons. As they travel, Goku, Gojyo, Hakkai and Sanzo use their tremendous powers to restore peace to Shangri-la. However, there are man... Burn-Up Scramble Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-09-2005)
What They SayLilica is beginning to learn to control her powers, though there are many bungling mishaps! Then Maya finds her long-last master . . . but will fate tear them apart? The lovely ladies are then required to dress up in stewardess uniforms to ... Sony DVP-S7700 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Sony DVP-S7700 DVD Player Since noone has submitted a review for this player, I guess I\'ll take a stab at it. I have been enjoying this player for 6+ months, and I\'ve tried different things with it as well. FYI, I am a sarcas...Getting Raw with Thomas Jane
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 08-08-2007)
Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to another exciting adventure into the unknown with Comicscape! San Diego Comic-Con has left me with rant material for the rest of the calendar year and beyond. Marvel’s decision to publish Amazing Spider-Ma... Art School - Tutorial - Do it Yerself Nudity - Step 8-11
by Rob M. Worley (Sat 03-02-2002)
Steps Eight to Eleven - Costuming at Super Speed
Figure 8 - Our new green suit layer
Okay, here goes Costuming at Super Speed... *StrangeFish takes a deep breath*
Duplicate your suit layer. This is as easy as copying and pa... Freedom Vol. #5 HD DVD
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-05-2008)
What They SayAfter a 200,000-mile quest to Earth, Takeru somehow finds Ao - the girl in the photograph - living in a desolate Florida village among the ruins of the NASA space program. But he soon discovers his search for love has just begun... As he trie... 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... Freedom Vol. #6 HD DVD
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-01-2008)
What They SayFirst Japanese animation in HD DVD/DVD twin format to be released simultaneously in Japan and North America, HD DVD includes HDi network function that allows to watch extra features, High-quality animation combining 2D and 3D graphics. Requir... Babel II Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-03-2003)
What They SayDeep in the desert, Babel the Second has finally confronted and defeated the evil Yomi. Without their master, Yomi?s troops scatter throughout the world. Leon, once right hand to an empire of evil, ends up wounded and lost in the jungle.
Res... Chobits Vol. #1: Persocom
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-05-2003)
What They SayA Boy’s first computer. A country boy from Hokkaido, Hideki arrives in the big city (Tokyo) to go to college. Instantly, he is shocked and amazed by the variety and prevalence of Persocoms: personal computers designed to look and act li... Chobits Vol. #4: Love Defined
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 09-10-2003)
What They SayMuddled Relations... Time for a trip to the beach! But wait! Can persocoms swim? Meanwhile, his teacher, Ms. Shimizu, invites herself for a stay-over at Hideki’s for some interesting games… There seems to be more going on when the... Press Release: Digital Manga's eManga Open For Business
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 09-25-2008)
Digital Manga Inc., one of the industry's most unconventional and innovative companies, is pleased to announce that its online content service eManga (www.emanga.com) has completed its beta stage and is now open for business. Launched last month, eM... DNAngel Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-17-2005)
What They SayHow much can one kid handle? In the fourth exciting volume of DNAngel poor Daisuke Niwa finds himself in some precarious situations. After the souls of Risa and Saehara are locked away in a stone he travels to the future with the help of a ne... DNAngel Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 02-14-2005)
What They SayPoor Daisuke Niwa is just a regular kid with some extraordinary DNA. As if growing up wasn't hard enough already! Now he has to carry out super secret thefts as the Phantom Thief Dark too. He's got plenty of obstacles along the way as well. T... DNAngel Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-13-2005)
What They SayDaisuke Niwa is not a normal junior high student. However, for the next 6 days he gets to act like one! Daisuke and his classmates head to the seaside for a week of fun and studying. While there, Daisuke finally realizes his true feelings and... DNAngel Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-23-2005)
What They SayThings are not going well for Daisuke Niwa. Besides dealing with his usual school and girl problems he also has to deal with Dark. The Cultural festival is coming up and Daisuke painted a beautiful snowscape for the festival. Everything seem... Freedom Vol. #3 HD DVD
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 12-26-2007)
What They SayWhat do you do when you discover everything you believe is a lie...and your freedom an illusion? Entering forbidden territory, Takeru has uncovered Eden's
most closely guarded secret—and finds himself being hunted by the Guidance Council. Sha... DNAngel Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-24-2005)
What They SayDaisuke Niwa's life is already rough, but it's about to get even harder. After finally learning the truth about his family's fate and Dark's origins, Daisuke comes to the realization that Dark may not be around forever. That's not good, bec... Cowboy Bebop Vol. #2
by Dustin Blaine Javier (Thu 02-07-2002)
The Review!This series exemplifies my love/hate relationship (it's mostly love though!) with anime. I love it for it is such a great form of storytelling and art, with footholds in just about every genre. Yet, I sometimes hate it for the fact that a lot o... FREQUENCY
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 04-27-2000)
It’s commonplace for a film with higher aspirations to avoid genre labels—if, by higher aspirations,` we mean hoping to reach a wider audience than hardcore Trekkies by incorporating elements of romance, action-adventure, or drama. In such cases, the fami... ANIME NETWORK LAUNCHES AS 24/7 NETWORK ON INSIGHT COMMUNICATIONS' DIGITAL TIER (Mon 05-03-2004)
Industry's First Independent Cable Program Service To Advance From VOD Platform To Round-the-Clock Network NEW YORK - May 3, 2004 - Insight Communications (NASDAQ: ICCI) has entered into an agreement to distribute the Anime Network as a 24-hour, 7-day-...Hulk new color?
by Karl Schneider (Tue 04-24-2007)
According to various interviews with Avi Arad, the Hulk may not be green in the upcoming film, The Incredible Hulk."It's a new Hulk," Arad said. "A new direction, new size, new color, new attitude. No, anything that was done before is not i... Crunchyroll and Speed Racer Enterprises Announce Strategic Digital Video Partnership (Tue 03-25-2008)
Iconic animation races onto premiere video streaming and download service San Francisco, CA March 26, 2008 - Crunchyroll, the leading community and destination for Asian video content on the Internet, and Speed Racer Enterprises announced today a strateg...Lucas talks digital shooting on EPISODE 2
by Christopher Allan Smith (Tue 06-26-2001)
In an interview with the June 2001 issue of Film & Video magazine, George Lucas is evangelizing again on the benefits of digital filmmaking (he’s shot STAR WARS EPISODE 2 with a Sony High Definition camera), and the revolution in digital effects... "Frankenstein's Bloody Terror"
by John Sinnott (Mon 10-30-2006)
A staple of late-night creature feature TV shows for years and drive-in theaters before that, FRANKENSTEIN�S BLOODY TERROR is a Spanish monster movie (dubbed in English) that was influenced by the old Universal horror films of the 30's and 40's and ha... NuTech Digital Loses Legal Battle (Thu 11-17-2005)
Los Angeles, California On November 16, 2005, in its lawsuit against NuTech Digital, Inc., pending in the Los Angeles Superior Court, Ken Groove requested that the Court issue a Right to Attach Order for issuance of a writ of attachment to secure monies...Navarre's FUNimation Entertainment Announces the Launch of the FUNimation Channel in Seattle (Thu 12-21-2006)
The FUNimation Channel now available 24/7 on KHCV TV-45 Seattle's digital channel 44-3 FORT WORTH, TX -- December 20, 2006 -- FUNimation Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation (NASDAQ: NAVR) and the market share leader for home v...Galaxy Railways Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 07-22-2005)
What They SayThe new series from legendary creator Leiji Masumoto (Star Blazers, Captain Herlock, Galaxy Express 999, Interstella 5555).
Carrying on his deceased father and brother\'s will, Manabu Yuuki joins the Space Defense Force to protect the safety... Pioneer Restores Akira (Mon 01-29-2001)
PIONEER ENTERTAINMENT RESTORES THE LANDMARK ANIME FEATURE FILM AKIRA Million Dollar Restoration Includes New Film Interpositive, HD-5 High-Definition Mastering With Digital Restoration, THX Certification, Re-Mixed Dolby Digital AC3 Surround Sound And Bra...You're Under Arrest DTS Sound Limited Edition (-)
What They SayBig theatrical anime hit of \'99. There are 2 DVD versions: a Dolby Surround version and a special first-pressing limited DTS edition. Contains trailers, spots and a 24-page booklet! Running time: 92 mins. Widescreen (Vista). The Review!From ...Hellsing Ultimate Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-16-2008)
What They SayFor over a century, the Hellsing Organization has been secretly protecting the British Empire from the undead \"freaks.\" When Sir Integra Hellsing succeeded as the head of the organization, she also inherited the ultimate weapon against the... Philips Q50 (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Philips Q50 Review by Gene Moy SUMMARY Released first in Asia from a Singapore design team around the middle of 2001, followed by a European and US release in around August 2001, the Philips Q50 is the first Philips DVD player to...STAR TREK: Special Effects Redux, Part II
by Frank Garcia (Sat 01-15-2000)
In Part One of this article, we interviewed Rich Heierling, a film and video producer at Digital Stream in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania, who has sent Paramount Pictures a proposal to remake STAR TREK — The Original Series’ (TOS) visual effects with new, state... Heritage From Father Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-20-2005)
What They SayZheng-Li found the demand of his can not obtain so easily. And after Zuo-dai and Zheng-Li's horrible death, the survivor finally found the secret of the castle.
What has he housekeeper told Zian?
And the relation between Xian and Xiao-Xi is... Freedom Vol. #2 HD DVD
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-31-2007)
What They SayDuring routine maintenance on the lunar surface, Takeru finds a strange capsule containing a single photograph. Captivated by the enigmatic girl in the photo, he scours the city in vain for clues to her identity. In desperation, Takeru and fr... Hellsing Ultimate Vol. #1 (also w/limited edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 12-14-2006)
What They SayFor over a century, the Hellsing Organization has been secretly protecting the British Empire from the undead \"freaks.\" When Sir Integra Hellsing succeeded as the head of the organization, she also inherited the ultimate weapon against the... VIZ MEDIA TEAMS WITH AMAZON UNBOX TO OFFER NARUTO UNCUT, DEATH NOTE AND BLEACH ANIMATION FOR DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (Sat 01-26-2008)
Three Of The Hottest Animated Action Series Sweeping North America Offered With Convenience, Flexibility And DVD Quality San Francisco, CA, January 25, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and compr...Blood: The Last Vampire Complete Box
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-25-2001)
What They SayThe movie uses the full spectrum of digital animation which is said to have impressed even James Cameron. Japan\'s top creators gathered to make the show, which was shown in theaters using the HDCAM24P format which George Lucas will also be u... 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... Wings of Honneamise (BD+DVD Combo)
by Bryce Coulter (Mon 09-24-2007)
What They SayExperience the classic anime masterpiece in the highest visual and audio quality ever with this ultimate Blu-ray & DVD Two Disc Set! \"I will not give up. I will realize my dream...even if it means death!\" Acclaimed by anime fans all over ... Wings of Honneamise (HD DVD+DVD Combo)
by Luis Cruz (Tue 10-30-2007)
What They SayExperience the classic anime masterpiece in the highest visual and audio quality ever with this ultimate HD DVD & DVD Two Disc Set! \"I will not give up. I will realize my dream...even if it means death!\" Acclaimed by anime fans all over t... NuTech Digital Enters Exclusive License Agreement for 34 New Titles; Agreement with Ken Groove Productions for its Complete Animation Catalog (Fri 03-05-2004)
NuTech Digital Enters Exclusive License Agreement for 34 New Titles; Agreement with Ken Groove Productions for its Complete Animation Catalog LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 5, 2004--NuTech Digital, Inc. (OTCBB:NTDL), a leader in Digital Rights Manag...Viz Media Teams With IGN Entertainment's Direct2Drive to Make Death Noteâ„¢ Anime Series Available For Digital Download (Thu 05-03-2007)
Broadband Availability Of Episodes Soon After Broadcast In Japan Sets A New Benchmark For The Anime Industry San Francisco, CA, May 3, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, a...Heritage From Father Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 05-08-2005)
What They SayDue to father's death, Xian was called back to castle. Being the chairman of the greatest conglomerate in Japan, father has made Xian as his heir. Just for some reason he became to dislike his own father, and left for starting his owe career.... Directors Who Matter George Lucas
by JENNY PETERS and ANTHONY C. FERRANTE (Sun 12-11-2005)
George Lucas Age: 61 Most Recent Film: Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith Best Film: Star Wars Most Underrated Film: THX 1138 Did You Know: Had a car accident just out of high school that ended his dreams of professional race car driving -- but t... Manga Presents Kai Doh Maru (Wed 04-30-2003)
"EXQUISITELY ANIMATED, BITTERSWEET AND POWERFUL - KAI DOH MARU WILL LEAVE YOU SPELLBOUND" - PLAY MAGAZINE Chicago, IL - April 30, 2003: From the acclaimed producers of the groundbreaking Japanese animation films Ghost in the Shell and Blood: The ...ROGER RAMJET: HERO OF OUR NATION
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Wed 03-06-2002)
Flustering flywheels is that a ROGER RAMJET DVD I see before me?! Palpitating pogo sticks it is, replete with 15 fabulous episodes you'd be proud to watch with dear old mother. Seems the world isn't the wretched hellhole we've come to believe after all; n... Hellsing OVA Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-07-2006)
What They SayThe ellusive Hellsing organization is back to take on the freaks threatening England with their secret weapon, a former vampire named Arucard! Includes 8-page booklet and picture labeled disc.The Review!Direct to video and more closely follow... Zune Expands Beyond Music to Deliver Integrated All-in-One Entertainment Experience (Tue 05-06-2008)
New software updates bring popular television shows to online store, enhancements to online music community and subscription service. REDMOND, Wash. — May 5, 2008 — Microsoft Corp. today announced that Zune, the company's all-in-one digital entertainment ...Tron 2.0
by Coming Attractions (Wed 06-04-2003)
Genre: Science Fiction/Fantasy/Sequel.Studio: Walt Disney Pictures.Production Company: Unknown.Project Phase: Development Hell.Who's In It: No one confirmed as yet.Who's Making It: Steven Lisberger (Director, possibly); Steven Lisberger, Richard Jeffries ... Comicscape - May 18, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 05-18-2005)
Before my phone interview with Bruce Campbell on Thursday evening, I spent the better part of an hour and a half trying to calm down. I was nervous, to say the least. I undertook my usual pre-interview ritual drinking. This time, it was two swallows of B... Burn-Up Scramble Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-13-2004)
What They SayIn the near future of Tokyo, police are no longer able to handle the many heinous crimes that are ravaging the city. To solve this dire situation, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department forms a secret unit called \"WARRIORS.\" The members... Princess Mononoke (Fri 06-21-2002)
What They SaySet during the Muromachi Period (1333-1568) of Japan, Mononoke Hime is a story about a mystic fight between the Animal Gods of the forest and humans. On the side of the Animal Gods is San (Mononoke Hime), a human girl raised by the wolf god M...Kikaider Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-19-2003)
What They SayThe genius robotics professor, Dr. Komyoji has created Kikaider – a humanoid robot tasked with the protection of Dr. Komyoji’s son and daughter. Gifted with the ‘conscience circuit’, Kikaider is given the power to simu... Eastern Spectaculars
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 03-02-2006)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS THE MYTH is Jackie Chan's latest Hong Kong film, and an unusual departure as he plays a Qin Dynasty General in a film that mingles the epic spectacle of films like HERO with the kind of humorous kung-fu action that Chan is know... Digital release doubtful for CLONES
by Christopher Allan Smith (Thu 02-14-2002)
It looks like George Lucas' dream of releasing STAR WARS EPISODE II: ATTACK OF THE CLONES exclusively in digitally projected theaters has been pushed off until the release of EPISODE II, at least.According to an extensive story in today's VARIETY, there a... Digital movies on hold?
by Christopher Allan Smith (Thu 03-07-2002)
It looks like the dream of digital film presentation, with films of any era available to be beamed to any screen in the country with no more picture scratches, crappy bulbs or out of focus flicks, will have to wait a few more years.That's the general teno... Burn-Up Scramble Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-16-2005)
What They SayThe Warriors are all wet when they go on assignment aboard a luxury cruiser in order to stop a Chinese Mafia leader. Then the girls are finally faced with a real challenge – one that breaks up the group! A new group is formed, but thi... DNAngel Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-06-2005)
What They SayLove is never easy, but that goes double for Daisuke Niwa. The only way Daisuke can rid himself of the phantom art thief residing in his DNA is to have his love returned. The problem is Daisuke has fallen for his classmate Risa, who is obsess... DNAngel Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-22-2004)
What They SayBeing a teenager is rough enough, but young Daisuke\'s got more troubles than any ten normal guys. Due to a strange quirk of genetics, Daisuke\'s been cursed with an ancient family affliction that\'s sure to put some major kinks in his relati... Being a Brief Discussion with George Manley
by Way Jeng (Fri 08-12-2005)
Interviewer: Way Jeng
Recorded: Kamikazecon '05
From Gravion Zwei to Hello Kitty's Animation Theater, George Manley has provided voices for many fan favorites over the years. He's also the voice of Lord Kozan in the upcoming Samurai Gun, due for released... 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... To Buy a Bootleg or Not
by Christian Nutt (-)
Well. Being an avid Gundam fan and armed with insatiable desire for anime DVD ? when I happened upon a certain ebay auction I was powerless to resist it. Perhaps you?ve seen it. The seller is offering Gundam: Char?s Counterattack on DVD ? and unlike any o... Gestalt
by Marilyn Mandes (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!Packaging: C+
Don't get me wrong. I like the packaging. The art nouveau-ish borders, two main characters rendered in pastel colors and monochromatic stills in the background are nice. But as much as I like it, I'm unimpressed. The cover design... DCG Flashback 09/25/2005
by Blazej Szpakowicz (Sat 09-24-2005)
Welcome to a brand new regular (we hope) feature here at C2F, the Digital Concept
Gallery Flashback. Here we'll be looking at some of the memorable and impressive
images from deep within the ancient and forgotten vaults of the DCG. The gallery
has be... Escaflowne Movie: Standard Edition
by Eric Ho (Sat 05-04-2002)
The Review!Intro
Having the benefit of being the first to review this movie is a pleasure. Even though I no longer have the dvd in my possession, this dvd was truly spectacular. This review will consist mostly about the Ultimate Edition, but will make ... Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Thu 10-04-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Shirow MasamuneTranslated by:Frederik L. SchodtAdapted by:What They SayDeep into the 21st century, the line between man and machine has been inexorably blurred as humans rely on the enhancement of mechanical implants and robot... Petite Cossette
by luis (Thu 07-14-2005)
The Review!Spanning both time and the spiritual realm, a tragic story of love and sacrifice seeks a happier ending.
Audio:
My primary viewing session consisted of the Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack. While the series sets the mood mostly through v... Fushigi Yugi Suzaku Box Set
by Justin Emerson (Sat 02-16-2002)
The Review!After a grueling 650 minutes of watching, I have to say that this DVD is a must-have for every Anime DVD collector. While it does have it's flaws, this is one of the best collections out there, hands-down, bar-none.
The story (as is hinted ... Urusei Yatsura: Beautiful Dreamer
by Steve Brandon (Wed 02-13-2002)
The Review!In anticipation of AnimEigo's impending (but delayed) release of the first five volumes of the Urusei Yatsura TV series, I thought that I'd look at Urusei Yatsura: Beautiful Dreamer, the second feature film, released in Japanese theatres in 198... ADV Films January 17th Solicitation Information (Wed 12-14-2005)
HOUSTON, Deccember 13—ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce five exciting titles set to hit the streets on January 17, beginning with the tenth and final volume of Gantz! Other Jan 17 relea...Ghost in the Shell
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 09-05-2007)
What They Say2029: A female cybernetic government agent, Major Motoko Kusanagi, and the Internal Bureau of Investigations are hot on the trail of \"The Puppet Master,\" a mysterious and threatening computer virus capable of infiltrating human hosts. Toget... Gunbuster 2 Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-23-2007)
What They SayContains episodes 3-4. The elite Topless make their rendezvouz, as the order is given to launch a major operation to stop the horde of Space Monsters known as Jupiter Express. Tycho, who lost her Buster Machine in her last battle, sees a riv... You're Under Arrest Regular Edition (-)
What They SayBig theatrical anime hit of \'99. There are 2 DVD versions: a Dolby Surround version and a special first-pressing limited DTS edition. Contains trailers, spots and a 24-page booklet! Running time: 92 mins. Widescreen (Vista). The Review!Let m...FLCL Vol. #1 (-)
What They SayBest Tuning!? Ready steady go! FLCL the digital animation by GAINAX.The Review!The phrase that came to mind while watching the beginning of this new OVA series, was that this had to be the first truly 21st Century anime. But then checking at ...Malice@Doll
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-21-2004)
What They SayProstitute robot dolls roam empty streets, in their daily search for clients. But those whom they were built to service have ceased to exist: humanity has wiped itself out. In a world of action without purpose, cleaners, guards and whores a... Escaflowne Movie: Ultimate Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 05-19-2002)
What They SayA re-telling of the fan-favorite Escaflowne TV series available in the US for the first time ever! This LIMITED 3-disc set contains the Movie CD soundtrack and a second full DVD of bonus materials: Production Art Gallery, Staff and Cast Inter... THE FIFTH ELEMENT Ultimate Editon
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 02-18-2005)
Back in the summer of 1997 Luc Besson's THE FIFTH ELEMENT was released to theaters, resulting in mixed critical reviews and modest box office results. In the same summer that BATMAN AND ROBIN was about to bomb and traumatize the psyches of geeks worldwide... Weekly Book Buzz: Erotic Fantasy Art
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 05-05-2008)
In terms of erotic art, nothing quite goes together like medieval weaponry, taut flesh and larger-than-life curves. From the outset of fantasy literature, genre-based erotic art has provided a focal point for the imagination and an oftentimes necessary co... Blue Submarine No. 6 Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-01-2000)
What They SayTetsu drifts in the open sea. As his life flashes before him, he begins to black out. But when he comes to, he finds himself resting on the hull of a half-sunken ship.
His savior is one of the enemy. As time passes, he begins to understand ... Sol Bianca: The Legacy Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-22-2000)
What They SayCaptains Log: Reminder, when the tarot cards tell of trouble, next time believe them! A terrorist violated the Sol Bianca today, but fortunately, he played the situation to Jani’s strength and she was able to answer the situation in her... PAN'S LABYRINTH on DVD this Week
by News Editor (Mon 05-14-2007)
The fantasy drama Pan’s Labyrinth will be available in a two-disc edition DVD on this Tuesday, May 15th, from New Line Home Entertainment.
The film from writer and director Guillermo del Toro (Hellboy, Blade II), centers on young gi... Herrmann Noir
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 12-18-2003)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONSFSM's Golden Age Classics' release for December (the label's 81st CD release in five years!) is the landmark Bernard Herrmann score for Nicholas Ray's 1952 film noir thriller, ON DANGEROUS GROUND (FSM Vol 6 No 18). The film was ... Boys Be... Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-12-2006)
What They SayJust another love story? No way! After ages about hearing what girls have to say about relationships, BOYS BE.. steps forward to reveal the flip side of love " what's really going on from a guy\'s point of view! Meet Kyoichi, Makoto and Yosh... Boys Be... Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-20-2006)
What They SayJust another love story? No way! After ages about hearing what girls have to say about relationships, BOYS BE... steps forward to reveal the flip side of love " what\'s really going on from a guy\'s point of view! Meet Kyoichi, Makoto and Yo... Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 02-21-2004)
What They SayCrazier than crack, madder than a March hare: it\'s the weirder, wilder, wackier second volume of Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi! Suffice it to say that Arumi and Sasshi still haven\'t convinced that pesky goblin to send them back to the ... Macross Collection: Macross Plus 1 & 2 (-)
What They SayFor a content review of this marvelous series, I\'d recommend you check the Region 1 reviews. Here you\'ll find a comparison between Region 2 and Region 1 releases.The Review!Sooo, what\'s the difference between the cool region 1 release (by ...Patlabor Movie 3: WXIII Special Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-19-2005)
What They SayVeteran police detective Kusumi and his young partner Hata search for the cause of several deadly labor accidents in and around Tokyo Bay. Each detective applies their own style of investigation and they soon uncover a labyrinth of deceit wit... Demon Prince Enma Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 06-29-2007)
What They SayEnma is the Demon Prince of the Underworld; a demon \"Born of Fire.\" His mission is to take back or destroy demons that have escaped to the human world from the Underworld, but there seems to be no end to them.
Now, the stench of demons see... This Ugly Yet Beautiful World DVD Collection (Thinpak)
by Lori Lancaster (Thu 10-25-2007)
What They SayThere\'s nothing I can do to make a difference. Wars will be fought. People will die,\" Takeru said. \"I\'ll never matter.\" He didn\'t know how wrong he was.
Takeru has a very special place in this universe, and he doesn\'t know how special... Air: The Movie
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 11-23-2007)
What They SayYoung Misuzu, despite her innocent cheerfulness, is a very sick little girl; a victim of a curse. She befriends Yukito, a traveler on a journey in search of the legendary Girl with Wings. As a school assignment, Misuzu decides to study the he... Gunbuster 2 Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-16-2007)
What They SayContains episodes 1-2. A young girl named Nono has left her home behind, to come alone to the big city to pursue her grand dream of becoming a space pilot. But reality is harsh, and she spends every day instead at the diner near the spaceport... Captain Herlock, Space Pirate Vol. #4 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-19-2004)
What They SayUpon reaching Neo-Terra, Yattaran\'s invention disables the Fata Morgana\'s revitalization abilities, but then the planet itself attacks the Arcadia! After the ship barely survives the first attacks, Herlock forces the crew off of the ship a... Mitsubishi Megaview Pro 37 CRT Monitor (Sun 04-13-2003)
What They SayThe Review!Mitsubishi Megaview Pro 37 Review (High Definition on a budget!!) If you’ve been looking for a cheaper solution to getting Hi-Definition quality images while you’re watching anime and are a little tech-savvy (the cool...L/R Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-08-2004)
What They SayThe world\'s deadliest sniper arrives in Ishtar so the government dispatches Cloud 7 to discover and protect his target- only to discover the target is themselves! Then Jack and Row must cooperate with Jack\'s ex-girlfriend to protect Ishtar\... Cowboy Bebop Vol. #1
by Henschel Orcino (Thu 02-07-2002)
The Review!This is one of those titles that I occasionally buy into, sight unseen. While such an approach will net me an occasional bad (as in "what the hell was I thinking when I bought this" bad) title, Cowboy Bebop is pure gold from the get-go.
Audio... Afro Samurai (Edited or Uncut)
by Luis Cruz (Tue 09-18-2007)
What They SayAfro Samurai (Samuel L. Jackson) is the tale of a black samurai\'s hunt for Justice (Ron Pearlman), who murdered his father. Afro Samurai blends traditional Japanese culture, funky technology and hip hop to create a brutally fresh entertainme... Inu Yasha Vol. #1 (Sun 03-17-2002)
What They SayHere\'s the first DVD volume of popular TV anime show \"Inuyasha\" from Rumiko Takahashi. Produced by Sunrise Studios (Gundam), by blending the traditional cell animation techniques and the latest in digital technology. This volume contains e...Virgin Fleet Vol. #1 (-)
What They SayThe Review!What do you get when Red Company (the creative team responsible for Sakura Wars) and AIC (the team responsible for both creating and animating Tenchi-Muyo!) collide and produce a new anime OVA series? Give up? You get Virgin Fleet!...HOLLYWOOD MORTUARY
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 04-22-2003)
This low budget comedy chiller – obviously made by horror fans – HOLLYWOOD MORTUARY is sort of a combination GODS & MONSTERS and HOW TO MAKE A MONSTER.Prima donna Pierce Jackson Dawn (Randal Malone) is a legendary Hollywood makeup man famous for his 1930s... High School Girls Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sun 12-04-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Oshima TowaTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayHigh School Girls chronicles the quirky misadventures of a group of adolescent girls navigating their way through the pitfalls of love, friendship and high schoo... High School Girls Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sun 12-04-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Oshima TowaTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayHigh School Girls chronicles the quirky misadventures of a group of adolescent girls navigating their way through the pitfalls of love, friendship and high schoo... High School Girls Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Sat 02-19-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Oshima TowaTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayIn this second volume of High School Girls, the trio and new "insider" friend Kouda deliver more all girls school growing pains. When dieting becomes a major pre... High School Girls Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 07-12-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Oshima TowaTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayThings begin to heat up as Erika and her gang continue to live out the autobiographical tale of Oshima's real life high school experiences. In this volume a seem... High School Girls Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 09-23-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Oshima TowaTranslated by:Michiko NakayamaAdapted by:What They SayMemories! Take a walk back in time to Kouda and Eriko's different junior high schools. We learn how each set of friends grew close together and a few of the bad-... RIGHT STUF / NOZOMI ENTERTAINMENT & TOKYOPOP Team Up to Present a Manga Preview of THE THIRD at www.TheThirdAnime.com (Fri 02-29-2008)
Site features sneak peek at manga prequel, plus downloads and more! GRIMES, IA, February 29, 2008 – Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc./Nozomi Entertainment and Kadokawa Pictures USA are pleased to unveil a sneak preview of THE THIRD m...Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 03-30-2006)
What They SayThe epic journey westward of Sanzo, Goku, Gojyo and Hakkai continues! In this first volume, the group must face a corrupt temple priest, an impassable river, deadly illusions and a newly unstoppable Kougaiji.
The Review!Kicking off yet anothe... Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-07-2007)
What They SayIt seems impossible for Sanzo, Goku, Gojyo and Hakkai to get rid of Hazel\'s attentions, and the group gets more irritated by the second. Just then, Lirin arrives on the scene, complicating matters-if Hazel detests all demons, what will he do... Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-07-2007)
What They SayGoku, Gojyo and Hakkai are finally fed up with the constant demon attacks. With demons trying to get Sanzo\'s scripture at every turn, the three come to the conclusion that everything is Sanzo\'s fault! So, they decide to set off on their own... Boys Be... Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-12-2006)
What They SayJust another love story? No way! After ages about hearing what girls have to say about relationships, BOYS BE... steps forward to reveal the flip side of love – what\'s really going on from a guy\'s point of view! Meet Kyoichi, Makoto a... Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-17-2006)
What They SayAs if days and nights of fighting demons constantly and trekking westward weren\'t hard enough, Hakkai finally reaches his limit! Fed up with the irresponsibility of the others, Hakkai does the unthinkable - he runs away! Can the others get h... Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 04-26-2007)
What They SayThey say absolute power corrupts absolutely, and Hazel is no exception. When everything is falling apart, Gato is still intent on protecting the half-crazed Hazel, even if it costs Gato his life! Without Gato, Hazel cannot control himself, an... Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 11-01-2006)
What They SayOn their journey, the Sanzo group is attacked by a bevy of villagers that seem quite human - except for their glowing yellow eyes. Unable to fight these attackers off, they choose to flee, escaping to a nearby town.
While searching for lodgi... Saiyuki Reload Gunlock Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 07-02-2006)
What They SayWhile Goku fights Kougaiji alone, Dokugakuji tells Sanzo, Gojyo and Hakkai the truth of the situation: Kougaiji has been transformed into a brutal killing machine. Goku is really in a pinch; his strength is dwindling, and it is all he can do ... Afro Samurai (Edited or Uncut)
by Luis Cruz (Fri 05-16-2008)
What They SayAfro Samurai (Samuel L. Jackson) is the tale of a black samurai\'s hunt for Justice (Ron Pearlman), who murdered his father. Afro Samurai blends traditional Japanese culture, funky technology and hip hop to create a brutally fresh entertainme... Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection 0:1 (Sat 02-01-2003)
What They SayThe year is 2015. As the remnants of the human race cower in subterranean cities, a deadly war is being waged for what is left of the planet. On one side are the mysterious beings known only as the Angels; on the other; the special agency NER...Ergo Proxy Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 03-20-2007)
What They Sayincent finds himself in an unfamiliar room where a mysterious individual who seems to know him quite well confronts him. While Vincent struggles against his inner demons, the delicate balance of control in Romdo begins a slow descent into cha... Ergo Proxy Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-29-2007)
What They SayRe-l, Vincent and Pino have been re-united but the danger is far from over. Pino enters a cave and discovers a mysterious giant, Re-l is taken over by a not-so-pleasant doppelganger, and Vincent is forced to participate in a game show with de... Ergo Proxy Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 10-18-2007)
What They SayThe thrilling conclusion of the series brings Re-l, Vincent and Pino back to Romdo to face off against the machinations set in motion by the Creator! Vincent must come to grips with who he is and what he wants to become while Re-l faces the u... Ergo Proxy Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-21-2007)
What They SayRe-l leaves the safety of Romdo in order to bring Vincent back and clear his name. Leaving the shelter of the city is a test of courage, but dealing with the realities of life outside the dome is a test of conviction. The idyllic illusion o... Ergo Proxy Vol. #1 (also w/limited edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-16-2006)
What They SayThe domed city of Romd is an impenetrable would-be utopia where humans and robots coexist, and everything is under complete government control, or so it appears. While working on a mysterious murder case, Re-l Mayer, a female detective from ... Ergo Proxy Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 07-30-2007)
What They SayThe journey to Mosko is approaching its end but not before Re-l, Vincent and Pino discover an appalling revelation about humanities fall from grace. As they wander through Vincent\'s city, they realize that the answer to his lingering questio... Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-11-2004)
What They SayAll the world-hopping, eye-popping, role-swapping, non-stop madness has come down to this, the fantastical final volume of Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi! And the action and mystery don\'t let up until the last satisfying minute! First, ... TRON reboots as a comic book
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 06-26-2003)
Comic book company 88 MPH Studios has teamed with Disney Publishing Worldwide to develop and release a comic book series based on the universe of TRON.Two four issue mini-series are being planned by 88 MPH. The first will serve as a sequel to Disney's TRO... Three free HD DVDs from Toshiba, and "Click" on Blu-ray.
by John Sinnott (Sun 10-29-2006)
Three free HD DVDs with every Toshiba player: Thinking about buying a HD DVD player for Christmas? Wait until November 1st if you want to score three free HD discs. Toshiba has announced that it will give away three discs with every player sold. Buyers wi... Slayers: The Motion Picture
by Justin Emerson (Mon 02-18-2002)
The Review!Slayers: The Motion Picture has been a VERY long time coming. When ADV first announced it was going to DVD, this was one of the titles announced. It's been a long wait for Lina Inverse fans for her first appearance on DVD. Is it as good as they... Coloring Pencilled Images in Photoshop by Ed Hopkins
by Adam Thur (Wed 08-13-2003)
Photoshop is not just for
photographs. It's also a powerful tool for enhancing pencil art. Here
you will learn how to make the most out of your pencils (or someone
else's pencils).
We'll... Project X Vol.#03 - Seven Eleven (7-11)
by Sakura Eries (Tue 12-26-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Tadashi Ikuta/Naomi KimuraTranslated by:Sachiko SatoAdapted by:What They SayAt a time when giant department stores and supermarkets dominated the Japanese retail industry, two businessmen, Toshifumi Suzuki and Hideo Shimizu, d... FRITZ THE CAT
by ANDREW HERSHBERGER (Sat 12-29-2001)
Popcorn, sleeping bags, coca-cola - the big all-nighter was a go. Me and my fellow eight-year-old buddies were gathered round the television set watching cartoons and looking forward to the comical antics of grandpa’s favorite cartoon character, FELIX THE... CRIMES OF THE BLACK CAT
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sun 06-19-2005)
Dagored, an Italian soundtrack label specializing in exploitation films, brings their interests to DVD to unearth this rare giallo thriller. As this is an international release, it retains its original title SETTE SCIALLI DI SETA GIALLA ("7 Shawls of Yell... Anime Central: Central Park Media Info (Mon 04-22-2002)
Don also got the full word on what\'s up with CPM for the remainder of the year with lots of interesting tidbits: Utena, the Black Rose saga will be spread over 4 DVDs. I think there is some confusion over Utena. On the main AoD page, there\'s a date of 1...Master Mosquiton Box Set (-)
What They SayThe Review!Master Mosquiton is a wonderful OVA series that I had the good fortune of picking up as a DVD box set a while back. It contains elements of Indiana Jones-style action adventure, sidesplitting humor, and even a touch of horror that ...Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-03-2004)
What They SayThey\'ve begged. They\'ve pleaded. Heck, they\'ve even threatened bodily
injury. But for Sasshi and Arumi, getting back home to the real world
ain\'t as simple as saying \"abracadabra!\" So once again, the pair plunges
headfirst into strange,... Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles Collector's Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 09-10-2008)
Touting its high definition origins during the DVD release, FUNimation carries through and offers up a Blu-ray release of Robotech. What They SayScott Bernard and Vince Grant fight to end a decades-long struggle against an enigmatic alien race known as th... Damned Indeed Part Two
by Paul Zimmerman (Sun 02-24-2002)
Director Michael Rymer faced many challenges while bringing Anne Rice's novel QUEEN OF THE DAMNED to the big screen. During the film's making, the Australian filmmaker had to contend with a low budget, the death of his leading lady Aaliyah, and the pictur... Memories (Sat 01-01-2000)
What They SayThe Review!MEMORIES on DVD was released in Japan back on March 25,1999. It is available also on videotape and laserdisc. Katsuhiro Otomo is the general producer and writer of the original stories of this film. \"Memories\" is the title given ...Pioneer 525 Codefree DVD Player (Modified Malaysian Model) (Thu 04-04-2002)
What They SayThe Review!Pioneer 525 Codefree DVD Player (Modified Malaysian Model) I picked up this unit on a recent trip to Japan, as my trusty Toshiba 2006 codefree DVD player (hand modified) was starting to get a bit too long in the tooth. Poor imag...Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Vol. #1 (also w/box)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 12-15-2003)
What They Say\"Bein\' human, havin\' your health...that\'s the most important thing.\" -Arumi Asahina
Try telling that to twelve-year-old Sasshi Imamiya. He\'s lost his home, lost the toy collection that defined his very geekdom, and he\'s about to lose... Mike Oeming Shoots 'Six'
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 04-28-2005)
Comic creator Mike Oeming has taken his first foray into filmmaking with a short movie based on his recent one-shot comic book "Six". Oeming is well known to comic fans as the artist on "Powers", but has more-recently taken on writing chores of his book... ADV Films sets dates for Illustration Books (Tue 08-19-2003)
ADV FILMS SETS STREET DATES FOR RELEASE OF TWO ILLUSTRATION BOOKS RAHXEPHON BIBLE IN STORES OCTOBER 7, 2003; FULL METAL PANIC! THE ANIME MISSION TO APPEAR OCTOBER 21 HOUSTON, August 19, 2003-ADV Films today formally announced street dates for the rele...