June News

(16/6/01 - 30/6/01)

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Index to Anime News :

- News on Fanboy Entertainment (29/6/01)

- Escaflowne News (27/6/01)

- Akira Stuff (27/6/01)

- More Licensing Rumours (23/6/01)

- Final Fantasy Movie OST (22/6/01)

- BoogiePop Phantom Release Dates (22/6/01)

- AnimeNet Eva Contest (21/6/01)

- DBZ Season 2 on Cheez TV (20/6/01)

- St Tail to be released on DVD and VHS (20/6/01)

- Blood: The Last Vampire Contest (20/6/01)

- Bandai Press Release (20/6/01)

- Tenshi Ni Narumon! Volume 1 Release Information (19/6/01)

- Right Stuf News (19/6/01)

- The Hakkenden (19/6/01)

- Akira Confusion (18/6/01)

- Mahoromatic (New Gainax Anime) (17/6/01)

- New Anime Series (17/6/01)

- DBZ Official Website (16/6/01)

News on Fanboy Entertainment (29/6/01)

Looks like C.B. Cebulski is quite angry over rumours about Fanboy Entertainment, that he sent a very "angry" email to the people on his mailing list. You can read his email here, as I wasn't going to paste a 16kb email on the news page :P.

Escaflowne News (27/6/01)

"According to the last DVD of Escaflowne (#8), there will be a limited release of the Escaflowne movie later in 2001, followed by a VHS and DVD release sometime in 2002. Bandai has also reserved the URL http://www.escamovie.com, but has yet to add any content. "

Source: http://animenewsservice.com

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Akira Stuff (27/6/01)

"The non-flash side of the Akira site has updated with some sweet new information, especially for those picking up the Special Edition version. Of particular interest, in what seems to be in the vein of the Matrix disc release, there's a "Capsule Option" - translation of Japanese grafitti. I'm guessing that if you play with the option on, you can check out what things say without having to clutter up the screen if you're not interested. One other feature, one that's going to take a hell of a long time to get through, is the disc has over 4500 stills. I can't wait to get to those, as well as the interview with the restoration staff to see what they did."

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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More Licensing Rumours (23/6/01)

"While the licensing rumor for DiGi Charat failed to pan out, there's two new rumors that look like they might have some meat behind them. According to this page at Anime Expo's site, Pioneer is the group behind bringing over the Ah! My Goddess! the Movie to the convention, along with Akira and Tenchi Muyo in Love. In fact, most companies are obviously bringing the properties that they own to AE2001.

What else is worth noting? Bandai is bringing out Cyberteam in Akihabara, which longtime astute readers here will remember we mentioned in the rumor category over a year and a half ago along with Crest of the Stars and Fancy Lala. Chances are good that both of these have a home. One thing to ponder, if the Goddess movie does pan out, rumor with that movie indicated that the Mini-Goddesses series' license was tied to the acquisition of the movie, so there's a slim chance that Pioneer may have gained that as well."

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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Final Fantasy Movie OST (22/6/01)

Sony Pictures and Gaga Humax has announced the ending theme music of their upcoming movie "Final Fantasy The Movie", to be sung by J-Pop artist group "L'arc en Ciel".

The song titled "Spirit dreams inside", will be L'arc en Ciel's first single since one year. The song will be released as a part of the movie album, "Final Fantasy Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" in July 18th- a cell phone tune will be released prior, in July 1st.

L'arc en Ciel's Single CD release will contain both English("Spirits dream inside") and Japanese versions of the song ("Spirits dream inside -another dream-). The Single CD is scheduled for sale in Fall. "

Source: http://umjams.animedream.org/an.html

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BoogiePop Phantom Release Dates (22/6/01)

"I have to admit, the title is just infectious. Boogiepop Phantom. TRSI's latest show has gotten the first full bits of hard info out today, such as prices and release dates:

Boogiepop Phantom Vol #1 on 25/09/01

Boogiepop Phantom Vol #2 on 30/10/01

Boogiepop Phantom Vol #3 on 27/11/01

Boogiepop PhantomVol #4 on 29/01/02

Boogiepop Phantom Box Set of all 4 on 29/01/02

All four volumes list for $29.95 and have a running time of 90 minutes. The box set, due on the day of the final volume, lists for $99.95. This is an very good way to market the show, showing both individual and box set release dates, and the box set having a lower price than the combined by about $20. No word yet on the extras or what the box itself may contain, but even if it's nothing but the box, the $20 savings is definitely worth waiting for the more cost conscious fan. "

The above was altered a little, with dates changed to Aussie style, money is in US dollars.

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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AnimeNet Eva Contest (21/6/01)

" From Tom Dean: To celebrate our nations Independence, AnimeNet.com & ADV Films have teamed up to give away three copies of the upcoming Evangelion 0:8 DVD. To enter, simply fill out the form located here and answer the five Eva trivia questions. If you correctly answer all five questions, you'll be entered for a chance to win on July 4th! There's also still time to register for a chance to win the monthly member give-away.

Additionally, AnimeNet.com has also launched a Japanese<->English dictionary, offering a searchable database of over 108,000 Japanese & English words. "

Source: http://umjams.animedream.org/an.html

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DBZ Season 2 on Cheez TV (20/6/01)

This is VERY outdated.... :P

"Thanks very much to Travis Howell for sending in this piece of news:

"I just spoke to Cheez TV on the phone and the good news is that Cheez TV have the rights to the next season of DragonBallZ. The bad news though is that the next season of DragonBallZ won't be shown until next year so either January/February 2002" "

Source: http://animeguide.cyril.com/

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St Tail to be released on DVD and VHS (20/6/01)

"TokyoPop announces an August 28 release date for St. Tail volume 1 on DVD and VHS for $29.99 and $19.99 respectively. Future volumes should come at a rate of 1 every 2 months. The full release is at here ".

Money is in $US

Source: http://umjams.animedream.org/an.html

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Blood: The Last Vampire Contest (20/6/01)

"On August 28th, MANGA Video will be releasing Production I.G.'s (Ghost in the Shell) brand new fully digital Japanese animated feature Blood: The Last Vampire. In anticipation of this event, MANGA will be running a pair of online contests through www.bloodthemovie.com (where you can also get a peek at the trailer). We are inviting everyone who visits the site to enter a drawing for the chance to win a Sony Playstation2, our entire DVD catalog, copies of the film, theatrical posters signed by the film's director and a number of other cool prizes. In addition, we're running a special contest exclusively for Webmasters. All you need to do is sign up, download the banner provided on our site, and post it on yours. The top referring site each week will win a MANGA prize package, and everyone who enters will be included in our grand prize drawing for a Sony Playstation2, our entire DVD catalog and a poster signed by BLOOD director Hiroyuki Kitakubo. "

Source: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com

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Bandai Press Release (20/6/01)

"Mobile Suit Gundam and 08th MS Team Join Cartoon Network’s Toonami Line-up in July

Cartoon Network will add two new series to the Toonami programming block in July. Mobile Suit Gundam will premiere at 5 p.m. (ET, PT) during the afternoon action-adventure block on July 23 and later that night, 08th MS Team will premiere at 12 midnight (ET, PT), July 24, during Toonami Midnight Run.

Mobile Suit Gundam takes place in the year Universal Century 0079 while the Earth Federation and its space colonies are engaged in an apocalyptic war. The rebellious Principality of Zeon, using humanoid fighting machines called mobile suits, has all but vanquished the Federation. Now the Federation's last hope is the prototype mobile, mechanized battle-armor Gundam. When a twist of fate makes young civilian Amuro Ray the Gundam's pilot - his own battle begins – a struggle not only for the Federation's survival, but for his own.

08th MS Team (October U.C. 0079 – January U.C. 0080) – Federation Lt. Shiro Amada is transferred from the Space Unit to the Ground Unit, where he ends up leading the 08th MS team, a troubled group full of misfits and rogues. The Zeon Secret Weapon Development Unit has a base close to the 08th MS Team’s station. Aina Saharin, a female pilot, is the test pilot of this threatening secret. She and Shiro have met before, when they were both adrift alone in space. Toonami, Cartoon Network’s popular afternoon action-adventure programming block airs weekdays 5-7 p.m. (ET, PT) and features programs like Gundam Wing, Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball Z, Tenchi Muyo!, Big O and Outlaw Star. Intermittently throughout the two-hour programming block, Toonami features popular music, computer generated 3-D animation segments and the block’s host, TOM, the animated character who inhabits the space vessel The Absolution. Toonami Midnight Run airs weeknights on Cartoon Network from 12 midnight to 1 a.m. (ET, PT).

Cartoon Network, currently seen in 73.1 million U.S. homes and 145 countries around the world, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s 24-hour, ad-supported cable service offering the best in animated entertainment. Drawing from the world’s largest cartoon library, Cartoon Network also showcases unique original ventures such as Sheep in the Big City, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Mike, Lu & Og, The Powerpuff Girls, Ed, Edd n Eddy, Johnny Bravo, Cow and Chicken, Dexter’s Laboratory and Cartoon Cartoons. Since its launch in 1992, Cartoon Network has remained one of ad-supported cable’s highest-rated networks. Cartoon Network’s Web site is located at http://CartoonNetwork.com.

Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., an AOL Time Warner company, is a major producer of news and entertainment product around the world and the leading provider of programming for the basic cable industry.

Bandai Entertainment Inc. is the premier distributor of Japanese animation home video in North America. They have distributed such notable titles like “Mobile Suit Gundam” series, “Escaflowne”, “Cowboy Bebop”, and “The Big O ”. Bandai Entertainment Inc. is a subsidiary of Bandai America Inc., toy manufacturer of the hit television series, Power Rangers and Digimon. For more information, please visit the Bandai Entertainment website at www.Bandai-Ent.com"

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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Tenshi Ni Narumon! Volume 1 Release Information (19/6/01)

"From the press release Synch-Point Announces the VHS Release of I'm Gonna Be An Angel+ACE- Vol. 1 - Earth Angel Synch-Point is proud to debut it's first title - I'm Gonna be An Angel+ACE- (Tenshi ni Narumon+ACE-), a quirky comedy exploring all sorts of love. Never kiss a sleeping girl in the forest. That was Yuusuke's mistake. Ever since then, Yuusuke's been plagued by the girl. She follows him everywhere an insists that he's her husband. And now she's moved her family of witches, vampires and demons into his house+ACE- Sweet and innocent. Strange and silly. Noelle has decided that Yuusuke is her husband. But Yuusuke already has a crush on Natsumi. He tells Natusmi that she is an angel. Noelle overhears this and decides she will also become an angel. But what exactly does it mean to be an angel. And why does Noelle have a halo on her head?

Available as English dubbed VHS and Japanese language with English subtitles VHS for +ACQ-19.95 each+ACE- The first volume contains Step 1 (Kisses Mean I Like You, I Think), Step 2 (Patched Up Love Is Okay With Me) and Step 3 (Hug Me, Squeeze Me).

Synch-Point is the Production division of Digital Manga, Inc. Founded in 1996, DIGITAL MANGA INC. is dedicated to bringing quality anime and manga experiences to both fans and the mainstream. DIGITAL MANGA localizes and produces titles in English that communicate across culture lines and commits itself to bridging communications between the US and Japan. DIGITAL MANGA devotes itself to strengthening ties with Japanese anime studios and product manufacturers with the goal of making Japanese anime more understood in the United States and other countries.

Street Date: 10/7/01

I'm Gonna Be An Angel+ACE- (Tenshi Ni Narumon+ACE-) - Earth Angel

Running Time: Approx. 75 min.

Rating: 12 and up"

Date modified.

Source: http://umjams.animedream.org/an.html

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Right Stuf News (19/6/01)

"Right Stuf has updated with a few new titles today:

Ceres, Celestial Legend Vol. #3 on 25/09

Getter Robo Vol. #2 on 11/09

Hakkenden on 19/09

Nadia Vol. #2 on 14/08

Ranma 1/2: Random Rhapsody Vol. #5 on 25/09

Video Girl Ai Vol. #1 on 25/09 "

(NOTE: Above has been edited: dates, only)

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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The Hakkenden (19/6/01)

"The Hakkenden

During the war-torn feudal wars in Japan, the Awa clan faced certain extinction from a rival clan backed by demonic forces. However, a careless promise by their lord leads to both salvation and disgrace when their family dog brings back the head of the enemy warlord and insists on marrying the lord’s daughter.

Their unnatural union bears fruit but when both are killed, the eight unborn pups are reincarnated as the eight Dog Warriors - The Hakkenden. As they slowly find each other and come together as a group, these eight warriors, who represent the eight separate aspects of Bushido, engage in bloody battles with demonic entities and evil samurai in a final attempt to redeem their clan!

Deluxe Box Set Contains All OVA (Original Animation Video) Episodes

Bilingual (English & Japanese language) DVD With Optional English Subtitles

DVD / $ 54.98 US/ 420 min. / Release date: 18/9/01 "

(NOTE: been edited a little bit, for Aussies)

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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Akira Confusion (18/6/01)

"Here's something you can expect to see confusing fans and retailers alike for the next several months. Pioneer has announced that the non-metal case special edition version of Akira (i.e. the same exact discs as the the metal case, just in a keepcase) will arrive on 9/25/2001. Some retailers are changing the date for the limited edition tin version, still due on 7/24/2001, to 9/25/2001. This is wrong. The tin edition, now being marketed as the Akira: Limited Special Edition by distributor Image Entertainment, will not be changing its date at all. The non-tin edition is now being labeled as simply Akira: Special Edition. Which is what most retailers are currently using. Expect much confusion."

Source: http://www.animeondvd.com

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Mahoromatic (New Gainax Anime) (17/6/01)

"Mahoromatic, a popular manga serialized in Comic Gum, will be shown as an anime on BS-i from autumn this year.

Produced by Gainax-Shaft the anime will be directed by Hiroyuki Yamaga, director and scriptwriter of "Ouritsu Uchugun - Oanemisu no Tsubasa" and scriptwriter of "Top wo nerae!".

The story revolves around the female-type combat android V1046-R Vesper Hyper Soldier - Mahoro. In the early 1980's these androids were produced to save the Earth from alien invasion. Without any humans noticing (well did you?) these Vesper Hyper soldiers fought off the alien attack. Mahoro, the strongest fighter, fought for 9 years and was on the verge of termination. As a reward for her fighting she is allowed to live a free life - but the catch is that after her weapons are removed she'll only function for another 398 days.

Mahoro decides that she'll spend her remaining time taking care of Suguru, a second year Junior High School student. Suguru is the son of Commander Misato, who Mahoro witnessed dying on the battlefield.

She changes her name to Mahoro Ando and becomes a maid, concealing the fact that she is an android. And so the chirpy maid Mahoro and Suguru start their adventures together.

The first episode of this anime has also been scheduled to air on TBS's "Anime Festa 2001" series. "

Source: http://umjams.animedream.org/an.html

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New Anime Series (17/6/01)

" The anime of "Shokan Kyoshi" (Real Bout High School), based on a manga series by Reiji Zatsuga published in Dragon Magazine, will be shown from July 30.

The story focuses on Reiko Mitsuguri, a second year High School student who excels in martial arts - particulary kendo. She is also interested in edo-period plays.

The private High School that she goes to is famous for sport and created the system of K-Fight, which basically means that the opponents fight until one of them cannot fight anymore. Reiko, using her kendo skills, becomes the champion of K-Fight.

One day however, time stops still and monsters start to appear. A priest-like girl also turns up on the scene and commands Reiko to fight these monsters.

Anime Staff

Production - Kadokawa Shoten and Gainax Director - Makoto Shoji (Action Director of Street Fighter II)

Scriptwriter - Aya Matsui (Gatekeepers)

Illustrator - Sora Inoue

Character Designer - Keiji Goto (Martian Successor Nadesico)

Producer - Gonzo"

Source: http://umjams.animedream.org/an.html

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DBZ Official Website (16/6/01)

"Official "DragonBall" website online! (2001-06-16 13:31:07) Funimation's official DragonBall website (http://dragonball.com) is now operational. The site is built and navigates similarly to DragonBallZ.com, with character bios, DB news, and polls. Referrer: Anime News Service "

Source: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com

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