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    Contents of the KILL LA KILL Volume 1 Limited Edition Blu-ray, DVD & Soundtrack CD Combo Set. Photo courtesy of Aniplex of America. © TRIGGER, Kazuki Nakashima/ Kill la Kill Partnership

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    Source: Aniplex of America press release Official Site: kill-la-kill.jp (Japan), KilllaKill.com (US) Special Thanks to Joanna Metoki Anime fans can look forward to a very hot summer this year as Aniplex of America announced on their “Aniplex Live Show” the English voice cast and the physical release details of the hit animated series KILL LA KILL (?????, Kiru ra Kiru, 2013). Aniplex of America has confirmed that they will release KILL LA KILL on both Blu-ray and DVD in a total of 5 volumes with the first volume set for release on July 15th. The first volume will be featured in a Limited Edition (Blu-ray, DVD & Soundtrack CD Combo Set), Standard Edition Blu-ray, and Standard Edition DVD. All SKUs will be available for sale in the U.S., Canada, Central and South Americas. Release dates for the other volumes will be announced at

    Australian Blu-ray and DVD cover art for BERSERK: THE GOLDEN AGE ARC III - THE ADVENT. Images courtesy of Madman Entertainment. © Kentaro Miura (Studio Gaga), Hakuensha/Berserk Film Partners

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    Source: Madman Entertainment Official Site: berserkfilm.com (Japan), facebook.com/BerserkFilm (US) Special Thanks to Ben Pollock On July 23rd, 2014, the acclaimed, epic dark fantasy anime feature film, BERSERK: THE GOLDEN AGE ARC III - THE ADVENT (????? ?????? ??, Berserk Oogon Jidai-Hen III: Koorin, 2013), will be released in DVD and Blu-ray editions by the Australian label, Madman Entertainment. Based on the best selling manga (over 30 million copies sold worldwide), the BERSERK: THE GOLDEN AGE ARC film trilogy is a violent and deep story of ambition, survival, friendship and fate featuring cutting edge animation by the masterful Studio 4C (HALO LEGENDS, ANIMATRIX, KILL BILL Vol 1, SPRIGGAN). THE ADVENT won the Satoshi Kon Award for Achievement n Animation: Best Feature Film at the Fantasia Film Festival (Tie with GARDEN OF WORDS) and was an Official Selection at ANNECY 2013. The horrifying conclusion to the Golden Age unfolds

    Contents of the PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA THE MOVIE Part 1 & 2 Limited Edition Blu-ray/DVD Combo Set. Photo courtesy of Aniplex of America. © Magica Quartet?Aniplex, Madoka Movie Project

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    -BEGINNINGS- and -ETERNAL- Street July 15th Source: AniplexUSA press release Official Site: madoka-magica.com (Japan), MadokaMagicaUSA.com (US) Special Thanks to E.J. Rivera This July, MADOKA MAGICA fans will get their wish granted. Aniplex of America has just announced that the first two PUELLA MADOKA MAGICA Movies PART 1: -BEGINNINGS- (??? ??????????? ??: ??????, Gekijoo-ban Maho Shojo Madoka Magika Zenpen: Hajimari no Monogatari, 2012) and PART 2: -ETERNAL- (??? ????????????????????, Gekijoo-ban Maho Shojo Madoka Magika Shinpen: Hangyaku no Monogatari, 2012) will be available on Blu-ray and DVD on July 15th. Both films are theatrical adaptations retelling the original MADOKA MAGICA TV series with striking visuals. These movies are a must-own for MADOKA MAGICA fans or anybody who is just experiencing the world of MADOKA MAGICA for the first time. The PUELLA MADOKA MAGICA Movies will be available in a Limited Edition Blu-ray/DVD Combo Set which includes both PART 1:

    DVD cover art. Photo courtesy of Madman Entertainment. © 2013 Toei Advertising K.K.

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    Source: Madman Entertainment Official Site: 009-1.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Ben Pollock On July 23rd, the Australian label Madman Entertainment will release 009-1 CYBORG: THE END OF THE BEGINNING (?????????????, Riaru Kanzen Naru Kubinagaryu no Hi, 2013) on Region 4 DVD. This live-action adaptation of the anime 009 CYBORG is based on the classic spy heroine manga serialized in Shonen Jump from 1964 - 1981 by Shotaro Ishinomori, creator of the famous Super Sentai and Kamen Rider series. Starring actress/model Mayuko Iwasa and directed by Koichi Sakamoto (MEGA MONSTER BATTLE ULTRA GALAXY: THE MOVIE, Kamen Rider movies) 009-1 CYBORG: THE END OF THE BEGINNING marks the 75th anniversary of Ishinomori`s birth. She is the future of espionage... In the near future, the world becomes divided between the Western and Eastern blocks. Mylene is a cyborg spy, Agent 009-1, from the Western block. She

    The DVD collection POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE: A BATTLE TO THE FINISH contains the four final episodes of the 20th POWER RANGERS season. Photo courtesy of Saban Brands. © 2013 SCG Power Rangers LLC.

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    Fifth and Final Volume of POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE from Lionsgate Home Entertainment Source: Lionsgate, Bender/Helper Impact press release Official Site: powerrangers.com Special Thanks to Geovani Rocha The fourth POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE DVD collection, ULTRA DEFENDERS, will be released in June but the next volume has already been announced! When the planet faces its greatest threat, Earth`s defenders never surrender in the final Power Rangers Megaforce epic battle, POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE: A BATTLE TO THE FINISH, arriving on DVD, Digital HD and Video on Demand August 12 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. As the Rangers battle to save the planet in the four final episodes of the 20th POWER RANGERS season, the Megaforce team faces Vrak, Metal Alice and The Messenger in an intense battle that threatens all of mankind. Sure to keep viewers on their feet, the POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE: A BATTLE TO THE

    Contents of the GURREN LAGANN THE MOVIE Double Feature Blu-ray Set. Photo courtesy of Aniplex of America. © GAINAX, KAZUKI NAKASHIMA/GURREN LAGANN-MOVIE COMMITTEE

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    Source: AniplexUSA press release Official Site: gurren-lagann-movie.net (Japan), GurrenLagannthemovieUSA.com (US) Special Thanks to E.J. Rivera Aniplex of America Inc. has recently announced that both GURREN LAGANN THE MOVIEs: -CHILDHOOD`S END- and -THE LIGHTS IN THE SKY ARE STARS- will be released in a Double Feature Blu-ray Set on July 15th. From the creators of KILL la KILL, the hit animated features return on Blu-ray. The Box Set includes both movies on two Blu-ray discs. Each movie is stored in its own Blu-ray case featuring the key visuals of the movies. Both movies have been digitally re-mastered and will be a perfect addition to any GURREN LAGANN collection. GURREN LAGANN THE MOVIE -CHILDHOOD`S END- (??? ?????????? ???, Gekijooban Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann Gurren-Hen, 2008) This is the story of a man who has yet to realize what destiny holds in store for him... Far

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    FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA Available September 2nd Source: Section23 Films press release Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff Home video distributor Section23 Films today announced its September slate of releases; including Sentai Filmworks newest acquisition: FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA which will be released on both DVD and Blu-ray. Product details follow, in order of release... FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 250 min. Street Date: 9/2/2014 Format: DVD, BD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $59.98, $69.98 Illyasviel von Einzbern`s normal life is suddenly halted by the Kaleidostick Ruby, a magical wand on the run from her former master, who instantly decides that little Illya has all the right stuff to become the next great magical girl. However, Ruby`s previous owner Rin Tohsaka isn`t exactly thrilled to be de-wanded, especially since she`s just accepted an assignment to

    DVD cover art. Photo courtesy of Madman Entertainment. © Keishu Ando/ Shueisha ? 2013

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    Source: Madman Entertainment Official Site: hk-movie.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Ben Pollock With great panty comes great responsibility... On June 18th, the Australian label Madman Entertainment will release HENTAI KAMEN: FORBIDDEN SUPER HERO (HK ????, HK Hentai Kamen, 2013) on Region 4 DVD. Based on the manga Ultimate!! Hentai Kamen (??!!????, Kyuukyoku!! Hentai Kamen) by Keishu Ando (published by manga magazine Weekly Shonen Jump from 1992 to 1993) the film is a frequently jaw-dropping and hilarious take on the superhero genre with a hero who draws his superpower from the smell of girl`s panties. HENTAI KAMEN: FORBIDDEN SUPER HERO played the 2013 Japan Film Festival in Australia and was awarded the Best Asian Feature, Guru Prize For Most Energetic Film at the 2013 Fantasia Film Festival. High school student Kyosuke (Ryohei Suzuki) is the most talented member of the school`s martial arts club.

    SAILOR MOON CRYSTAL. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © Naoko Takeuchi ? PNP ? Toei Animation

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    Free Streaming Episodes Debut Today Exclusively on Neon Alley and Hulu! Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab Official Site: sailormoon-official.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, is proud to announce the acquisition of the SAILOR MOON (????????????, Bishoojo Senshi Seeraamuun) anime franchise. VIZ Media’s North American rights cover digital streaming, EST (Electronic Sell Through) and all home media products in the U.S. and Canada. Tokyo-based Toei Animation Co., Ltd. is the producer and global licensor for the SAILOR MOON anime property. As part of the new agreement, VIZ Media has licensed all 200 episodes of the original SAILOR MOON anime series (rated ‘TV-PG’), including the never before licensed for North America fifth and final climatic season, SAILOR MOON SAILOR STARS (???????????? ????????, Bishoojo Senshi Seeraamuun Seeraa Sutaazu, 1996-97). The three feature

    Image courtesy of Right Stuf. © 2011 Konami Digital Entertainment, NAS/ SENGOKU COLLECTION PROJECT

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    Nozomi Entertainment Announces the Litebox-style DVD Release Source: Right Stuf, Inc. press release Official Site: sengoku.rightstuf.com Special Thanks to Jessica Heemsbergen Anime producer Lucky Penny Entertainment is pleased to announce that SENGOKU COLLECTION (????????, Sengoku Korekushon, 2012) will be available on August 5, 2014. The DVD set will feature the complete 26-episode anime series, in a single DVD keepcase, with Japanese audio, English subtitles and English on-screen translations. On-disc extras will include clean openings and closings. SENGOKU COLLECTION is based on a social networking game created by Konami. The anime aired on TV Toky0 from April through September 2012 and streamed outside of Japan via Crunchyroll. SENGOKU COLLECTION features animation by Brian’s Base (AKIKAN, MY TEEN ROMANTIC COMEDY ~ SNAFU), as well as direction by Keiji Gotoh (KIDDY GRADE). SENGOKU COLLECTION is set in a parallel world. Oda Nobunaga is a feisty girl locked in a

    Gia the Yellow Ranger (Ciara Hanna), Noah the Blue Ranger (John Mark Loudermilk), Troy the Red Ranger (Andrew Gray), Jake the Black Ranger (Azim Rizk) and Emma the Pink Ranger (Christina Masterson) in Lionsgate Home Entertainment`s POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE: ULTRA DEFENDERS. Photo courtesy of Lionsgate Entertainment. © 2013 SCG Power Rangers LLC.

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    Fourth POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE DVD Volume Streets June 17th Source: Lionsgate, Bender/Helper Impact Official Site: powerrangers.com Special Thanks to Geovani Rocha Lionsgate Entertainment has provided new photos from POWER RANGERS MEGAFORCE: ULTRA DEFENDERS, coming to DVD (srp $14.98) and Digital Download June 17, 2014. When the powerful but dangerous Aurora Box gives mutants Bluefur, Bigs and Dream Snatcher one hundred times their normal strength, it`s up to the Power Rangers to stop their destructive rampage! When the evil robots Metal Alice and Rotox attack, the Power Rangers Megaforce must rely on Robo Knight and their new ally, Rico the Robot, to prove that humans and robots can work together! About Saban Brands Formed in 2010 as a subsidiary of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and

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    Source: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment press release Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has released a trailer for their new "Toho Godzilla Collection" double feature Blu-ray sets, available today from retailers nationwide. The SRPs for these discs are $19.99 each. Get all four sets of the unstoppable titan of terror from... ? Walmart ? Amazon ? Best Buy About Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) company. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE`s global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition and distribution; television production, acquisition and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. For more information on the "Toho Godzilla Collection" Blu-rays please see the

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: mangakasan.tv (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez In this office the assistants hold the whip, and nothing will keep them from meeting their deadlines in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, THE COMIC ARTIST AND HIS ASSISTANTS (????????????????, Mangaka-san to Ashisutanto-san to, 2014). This slice of life comedy series is directed by Takeshi Furuta (TIGER & BUNNY, PLACE TO PLACE) with series composition by Aki Itami (FLOWERS OF EVIL, FRUITS BASKET), character design by Hitomi Tsuruta (GINTAMA, CYBERTEAM IN AKIHABARA) and animation production by ZEXCS (SAY, “I LLOVE YOU”, CHU-BRA!!). The life of an artist can be hard: Long, laborious hours working in a studio with only your thoughts and assistants to keep you company. In the case of overworked mangaka Aito Yuuki his attempts to merge the two are so far unsuccessful. With so many lovely ladies around, Aito’s stream

    © NCSOFT ? Blade&Soul????????

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: tbs.co.jp/blade (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez The path towards vengeance will be riddled with babes, blades and bullets in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, BLADE & SOUL (??????????, Bureido ando Souru, 2014). Adapted from the NCSoft MMORPG BLADE & SOUL (???? ? ??, Beulleideu aen Soul), this high flying action series is co-directed by Hiroshi Takeuchi (THE BIG O, BODACIOUS SPACE PIRATES) and Hiroshi Hamasaki (STEINS;GATE, IRONMAN: RISE OF TECHNOVORE), with original character designs by world renowned Korean manwha artist Hyung-tae Kim, art direction by Ken’ichi Tatefuji (SQUID GIRL, SUPERNATURAL: THE ANIME SERIES) and animation production by Gonzo (LAST EXILE, STRIKE WITCHES). In a world where stunning beauty is menaced by evil, the up-and-coming Wind Empire struggles to defeat the empire of old and unite all races together in the dawning of a new age. Enter: Alka, a buxom,

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: kamiaso-anime.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez A young girl is given the herculean task of strengthening the bonds between humans and gods by Zeus himself in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, KAMIGAMI NO ASOBI (????? ~Ludere deorum~, Kamigami no Asobi - Ludere deorum, 2014). This supernatural romance series is directed by Tomoyuki Kawamura (MY TEEN ROMANTIC COMEDY SNAFU, GOOD LUCK GIRL!) with series composition by Tomoko Kanparu (KIMI NI TODOKE – FROM ME TO YOU, NANA), character design by Minako Shiba (TEGAMI BACHI: LETTER BEE, BLACK BUTLER and animation production by Brains Base (ONE WEEK FRIENDS, PENGUINDRUM). The question of who weaves our destiny has always been shrouded in mystery. However, in a twist of fate, Yui Kusanagi discovers a mighty and mysterious sword that transports her to another world. There, this ordinary high school girl finds herself face-to-face

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: gochiusa.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Cat cafes beware: there’s a new contender for cute hopping its way over, and the order of the day is fluffy, white and full of bite in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, IS THE ORDER A RABBIT? (???????????, Gochuumon wa Usagi Desu ka?, 2014). This slice of life comedy series is directed by Horiyuki Hashimoto (ANGEL BEATS!, DEVIL SURVIVOR 2) with series composition by Kazuyuki Fudeyasu (KAMPFER, PRINCESS RESURRECTION), character design by Yousuke Okuda (KUROKO`S BASKETBALL, TARI TARI) and animation production by WHITE FOX (SONIANI – SUPER SONICO THE ANIMATION, TEARS TO TIARA). Tea time has never been cuter or furrier! Get ready for a triple shot of adorable, and join Cocoa and her high school friends for a hopping good time as they embark on new exploits, living the good life and

    © 2013 Shiden Kanzaki, Published by Kadokawa Corporation ? ASCII Media Works/ Black Bullet Committee

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: black-bullet.net (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez When the entire human race is at stake, the cursed shall rise to defend it in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, BLACK BULLET (?????????, Burakku Buretto, 2014). From original creator Shiden Kanzaki, this action packed sci-fi series is directed by Masayuki Kojima (MAGICAL SHOPPING ARCADE ABENOBASHI, BOTTOM BITING BUG) with series composition by Tatsuhiko Urahata (FIGHTING SPIRIT, HORIZON IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE), music by Shiro Sagisu (NADIA – THE SECRET OF BLUE WATER, NEON GENESIS EVANGELION) and animation production by Kinema Citrus (TOKYO MAGNITUDE 8.0, YUYUSHIKI). No longer a boy yet not quite a man, Rentaro has already led a tough life. It’s the year 2031 and ten years have passed since his parents -- along with most of mankind -- were killed by an alien parasitical virus known as Gastrea. As

    © BONES/CAPTAIN EARTH COMMITTEE, MBS

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: captain-earth.net (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez An endless rainbow triggers the beginning of an epic battle for Earth’s survival in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, CAPTAIN EARTH (?????????, Kyaputen Aasu, 2014). This sci-fi mecha series is directed by Takuya Igarashi (SAILOR MOON STARS, STAR DRIVER) with series composition by Yuji Enokido (REVOLUTIONARY GIRL UTENA, OURAN HIGH SCHOOL HOST CLUB), Character design by Satoshi Ishino (EXCEL SAGA, NO. 6) and animation production by BONES (RAHXEPHON, XAM’D: LOST MEMORIES). “When I opened the door called truth, my childhood ended. It was a summer I could never forget.” The night before his summer vacation, second-year high school student Daichi Manatsu’s life as he once knew it would be forever changed. An unusual round rainbow appears floating in the sky above and he knows he must follow it. With memories of his father`s

    © Yuu Kamiya, Published by KADOKAW CORPORATION. MEDIA FACTORY/NO GAME, NO LIFE PARTNERS

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: ngnl.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez The game is on, and for two players the stakes are nothing less than the end of humanity in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, NO GAME, NO LIFE (???????????, Noogeemu Nooraifu, 2014). This fantasy adventure series from original creator Yuu Kamiya is directed by Atsuko Ishizuka (THE PET GIRL OF SAKURASOU, NANA) with series composition by Jukki Hanada (LOVE, CHUNIBYO & OTHER DELUSIONS!, BEYOND THE BOUNDARY), art direction by Eiji Iwase (CAMPIONE!, DIVERGENCE EVE) and animation production by Madhouse Studios (HIGHSCHOOL OF THE DEAD, BTOOOM!). As urban legend would have it, siblings Sora and Shiro are gods amongst their fellow man when it comes to the gaming world. Blazing hot on the internet, their reputation precedes them as this bright brother and sister duo have made quite the name for themselves as NEET

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    SHORT PEACE Available August 5th Source: Section23 Films press release Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff Home video distributor Section23 Films has announced its August slate of releases, including Sentai Filmworks newest acquisition, SHORT PEACE, which includes the 86th Academy Award nominated Best Animated Short Film POSSESSIONS. Product details follow, in order of release... SHORT PEACE COMPLETE COLLECTION Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 68 min. Street Date: 8/5/2014 Format: DVD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $24.98 SHORT PEACE COMPLETE COLLECTION BLU-RAY Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 68 min. Street Date: 8/5/2014 Format: BD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $29.98 In 1995, Katsuhiro Otomo`s epic anthology MEMORIES showcased the work of upcoming superstars of the anime world. Now, Otomo`s spotlight shifts to a fresh generation of master creators with an all-new anthology

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