EVANGELION 1.11, FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST: BROTHERHOOD, GOEMON, ROBOGEISHA, OCEAN WAVES and More Source: Madman Entertainment The Australian distributor Madman Entertainment is releasing the following anime and Asian live action titles on Blu-ray and Region 4 DVD in June...

YU-GI-OH! 5D`S COLLECTION 2 The semi-finals of the Fortune Cup are about to begin and the first match of day two features Yusei going toe-to-toe with the tower of power - Greiger, but with Greiger riding the most powerful runner ever built, Yusei will have to rev it up or run the risk of getting his life points run over. With no cards left in his hand and his life points about to get blasted by Greiger, Yusei has one draw left to take down this tower of power to keep in the hunt to duel Jack in the championship round. In the second battle of the semi-finals, Akiza squares off against the professional profiler - Commander Koda, but with her tournament life on the line, can Akiza outplay an opponent who claims to know her every move, or will her past help the profiler pick her game apart? Episode 123, Duel of the Dragons: Part I: With the Fortune Cup Finale one win away, Yusei and Akiza get set to battle it out as Director Goodwin anxiously awaits the final Signer to reveal their Mark of the Dragon. Yusei is forced to unleash his mighty Stardust Dragon in order to stop Akiza`s grisly garden from squeezing his life points into submission. With the Fortune Cup Finale about to kick into overdrive, Jack decides to clear the air and reveal the truth behind his escape from the Satellite Sector. Yusei and Jack find themselves on a collision course with destiny as they race to unlock the mystery behind the Crimson Dragon. Volume 2 of 2 Contains Episodes 113-126 Release Date: 2nd June, 2010 Audio tracks: English 2.0 Languages: English Genre: Action / Adventure, Animation, Kids Number of Discs: 2 Runtime: 308.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Original Aspect

SOUL EATER COLLECTION 2 An evil unleashed, and a bond to be tested! Maka is a Meister and Soul is her Weapon - literally. When Soul transforms into a razor-sharp scythe and Maka wields him against the supernatural forces of evil, he gets more deadly with every defeated soul he sucks down. They`re a freakin` lethal team - but that bond is about to be tested. The witch Medusa and her ghoulish minions are out to unleash the Kishin, who isn`t just a demon: he`s the greatest force of darkness ever known; a wicked fiend of unspeakable power. Luckily, Maka and Soul are used to saving the world from evil. But if they can`t stop Medusa`s freakish army in time, Maka, Soul, and their fellow Weapon/Meister classmates will be fighting to save themselves! Volume 2 of 4 Contains episodes 14-26 Release Date: 16/06/2010 Languages: ENGLISH & JAPANESE Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Occult / Supernatural Subtitles: ENGLISH subtitles Number of Discs: 2 Runtime: 325.0 mins Format: DVD, (PAL) Special Features: SOUL EATER Late Show Episode 23 commentary Textless songs

ROBOGEISHA Yoshie is the beautiful younger sister to the geisha Kikuyakko. Together, they are recruited by the handsome Hikaru to help overthrow the corrupt Japanese government, agreeing to become cyborgs in his geisha army. Now armed with robotic blades and missiles, Yoshie discovers that the Tengun army are actually a group of mass murderers planning to take over the world. So now she must fight for good, and become... Robogeisha! Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Audio tracks: Dolby 5.1, Dolby 2.0 Languages: Japanese Genre: Cult Movies, Horror, Science Fiction Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 100.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) SRP: $29.95
GHOST HUNT COLLECTION 1 The appeal of the unknown is undeniable and freshman Mai Taniyama is hooked. This fact, coupled with her burgeoning psychic powers, leads Mai to join the ranks of the Shibuya Psychic Research team. Led by enigmatic Kazuya "Naru" Shibuya, she works alongside a spirit medium and a shrine maiden, an exorcist and a monk to uncover the darkest mysteries of the unseen. But their work comes with its own heavy toll. While Mai`s dreams herald priceless insight, nightmares and reality clash in the haze of pain encountered with every case. Only one thing is certain: death has many shades, all of which are vividly gruesome. From the top of a church`s tallest spire to the bloodstained walls of a legendary torture chamber, the quest to save the possessed gives way to a battle for the ghost hunters` very survival. Contains Episodes 1-13 Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Anime, Comedy, Horror, Occult / Supernatural Subtitles: English subtitles Number of Discs: 2 Runtime: 325.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen Full Height Anamorphic Special Features: Character case files Image gallery Textless opening

NARUTO SHIPPUDEN COLLECTION 02 Two powerful jonin of the Leaf, Kakashi and Guy, have taken on their Akatsuki rivals Itachi and Kisame. While Guy battles to save his team from a water prison, Kakashi exhibits his genius ninja prowess by seeing through Itachi`s most subtle tactics. Turns out the battle wasn`t quite what it seemed, and Kakashi and Granny Chiyo are fearful of the implications. Naruto and the team are forced to face the bitter truth - they might already be too late! Contains Episodes 14-26 Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime Subtitles: English subtitles Number of Discs: 2 Runtime: 325.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Original Aspect Ratio Special Features: Clean reversible alternate art cover
CLAYMORE (TV) COLLECTION

A brutal scourge stalks the land. Yoma, monsters driven by a hunger satisfied by only one quarry: Humanity. The dark breed knows but a singular foe: Claymore. Human-Yoma hybrids of extraordinary strength and cunning, the Claymores roam from skirmish to skirmish delivering salvation by the edge of a blade... for a fee. Thus begins the twisting tale of Clare, one such sister of the sword driven by pain in both victory and defeat. A child silent and suffering hidden in her past, Clare`s march toward vengeance unfolds along a path marked by violence, solitude and scorn. In a land where even the predator is prey, the haunted hearts of hunter and hunted alike wear the scars of the age. Contains 26 episodes Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime, Fantasy Subtitles: English subtitles Number of Discs: 6 Runtime: 650.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Special Features: Director Interview Sound and Art Director interviews Commentaries Cast auditions Textless opening and closing

GOEMON A MASTER THIEF. A PRINCESS. A TRUE HERO. In 1582, the mighty warlord Nobunaga was betrayed by his retainer, Mitsuhide. The cruel Hideyoshi subjugated Mitsuhide`s warriors and took over as Ruler of the Kingdom of Japan. Master thief Goemon, the Japanese Robin Hood, steals a wooden box once owned by Mitsuhide. Hideyoshi`s men, including Lord Mitsunari and his legendary ninja Saizo, are after the box and Goemon finds himself fighting for his life. He discovers evidence inside the box of the secret pact between Mitsuhide and Hideyoshi to assassinate Nobunaga. This revelation would tear Japan apart. Moreover Nobunaga was like a father to Goemon; the betrayal could not be more personal. Goemon enters Osaka Castle, intent on killing Hideyoshi, and finds the beautiful Princess Chacha. Hideyoshi`s guards attack, and it is only through the surprise intervention of Saizo that Goemon is saved. As youths, Saizo and Goemon trained together under Nobunaga. Goemon was assigned as Princess Chacha`s bodyguard and fell in love. After their master`s death, Saizo chose duty and went to work for Mitsunari. Goemon chose freedom. When Hideyoshi announces his plans to invade Korea and China, making clear his intention to drag Japan into decades of brutal warfare, Lord Ieyasu convinces Princess Chacha to become Hideyoshi`s concubine so that she can betray him... a painful decision as her heart belongs to Goemon. Hungry for power, Mitsunari orders Saizo to kill Hideyoshi. Goemon and Saizo mount an incendiary attack on Hideyoshi`s ships, but Saizo is captured and later put to death. Goemon storms Osaka Castle, single-handedly killing most of Hideyoshi`s men in a breathtaking display of martial prowess, before slaying Hideyoshi and escaping with Chacha. But with Hideyoshi dead, the armies of Mitsunari and Ieyasu face off to determine the new ruler of Japan by force. Goemon must return to the battlefield one last time if he is to bring peace to his country? Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Audio tracks: Dolby 5.1, Dolby 2.0 Languages: Japanese Genre: Action / Adventure Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 123.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1 Widescreen SRP: $29.95

IKKI TOUSEN DRAGON DESTINY S2 VOL 1 When two dragons collide Ryomou`s visit to the cemetery turns into an inevitable fight, and a new face from Seito arrives at a critical point to change the stakes and derail Ryomou`s hidden agenda. Meanwhile, Kan`u searches for the Crouching Dragon, with Ryuubi and Chouhi concerned and close behind her. Their concern is justified, as Kan`u is forced to surrender to Kyoshou soon afterwards. This brings an unexpected rematch with Sonsaku, who shows up seeking justice from Sousou for Kakouen`s Nanyou rampage. Their two dragons collide, and only one is left standing. Volume 2 of 3 (contains 4 episodes) Release Date: 16/06/2010 Languages: English and Japanese Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime, Martial Arts Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 100.0 mins Format: DVD (PAL) SRP: $29.95 Special Features: Textless opening and closing Promotional video OVA episodes 3-4

BAMBOO BLADE COLLECTION 2 Having a fierce swords-woman like Tamaki at practice every day gives the girls of the Kendo club reason for hope, but this team still has a long way to go. Their sensei is one false move away from losing his job, the team`s facing a suspension, and even Tamaki is about to experience the bitter taste of defeat. So will the girls pick each other up and stick together as a team? or will they crumble under the pressure and go their separate ways? During his team`s darkest hour, it will be up to Toraji to inspire his warriors and teach Tamaki that sometimes, only a crushing loss can stoke the flames of competition. Contains Episodes 14-26 Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Anime, Comedy, Martial Arts Subtitles: English subtitles Number of Discs: 2 Runtime: 325.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen Full Height Anamorphic Special Features: Textless songs

KING OF BANDIT JING: SEVENTH HEAVEN (OVA) The King of Bandits Returns! Seventh Heaven is a hellhole of a prison that houses thousands of hardened criminals - plus one Bandit King and his feathered sidekick! Jing and Kir aren`t locked up against their will, though; the infamous thieves have plans to relieve the convict conjurer Campari of something both valuable and mystical. But if Jing and Kir aren`t careful, they`ll find themselves going from behind bars to trapped in a bizarre world of illusion where there`s much more than freedom at stake! Contains 3 episodes Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: Commentaries - Episodes 1 & 10 Textless Songs Limited Edition foil metallic slick - limited first run only Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 90.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Original Aspect Ratio Special Features: Textless songs

THE CRUCIFIED LOVERS Master filmmaker Kenji Mizoguchi adapts this story of forbidden love from the 17th century story by Chikamatsu Monzaemon, considered the `Japanese Shakespeare`. Originally penned for Bunraku, the traditional Japanese puppet theatre, Mizoguchi has created a touching and gripping tale which is, undoubtedly, essential viewing for any film lover. Based on a centuries-old tale with roots in real events, The Crucified Lovers tells the hauntingly tragic story of a forbidden love affair between a merchant`s wife, Osan, and her husband`s employee, Mohei, in an era when the punishment for adultery was crucifixion. When a series of innocent events lead to the false accusation of an affair between Osan and Mohei, the accused pair are forced to flee an almost certain death sentence. On the run, the outlaw couple grow closer together, drawn inexorably towards the romantic crime of which they are accused. Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: Japanese Genre: Drama Director: Kenji Mizoguchi Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 102.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Special Features: An insert article by Dr. Mats Karlsson, Lecturer in Japanese Studies, University of Sydney Original theatrical teaser and trailer

FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST: BROTHERHOOD COLLECTION 1 In alchemy, all must obey the law of equivalent exchange Edward and Alphonse Elric?s reckless disregard for alchemy?s fundamental laws ripped half of Ed?s limbs from his body and left Al?s soul clinging to a cold suit of armour. To restore what was lost, the brothers scour a war-torn land for the Philosopher?s Stone, a fabled relic which grants the ability to perform Alchemy in impossible ways. The Elrics are not alone in their search; the corrupt State Military is eager to harness the artefact?s power. So too are the strange Homunculi and their shadowy creator. The mythical gem lures exotic alchemists from distant kingdoms, scarring some deeply enough to inspire murder. As the Elrics find their course altered by these enemies and allies, their purpose remains unchanged - and their bond unbreakable. Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime, Fantasy Subtitles: English subtitles Number of Discs: 2 Contains 13 episodes Runtime: 325.0 mins Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen Full Height Anamorphic Format: DVD, Region 2 & 4 (PAL), Blu-Ray DVD SRP: $59.95 Blu-ray SRP: $64.95

BLEACH VOLUME 23 Kariya and the Bounts arrive in the Soul Society and find themselves battling two Soul Reaper lieutenants, but the abundance of reishi in the Soul Society gives the Bounts a ready source of power, rendering them formidable opponents. Ichigo and friends arrive in the Soul Society, and when Rukia is injured in a fight, Ichigo follows her to the Kuchiki house, where he asks Byakuya to fight alongside him against the Bounts. Byakuya refuses and insists they leave it up to the 13th Court Squad Guards, but soon enough Byakuya finds himself in a one-on-one battle with Kariya. Contains episodes 92-95 Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 100.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Original Aspect Ratio Special Features: Clean reversible collectible cover

CODE GEASS: LELOUCH OF THE REBELLION R6 VOLUME 6 Lelouch has lost everything. Nunnally, his beloved sister and his reason to fight, disappeared within a nuclear blast of the new weapon, F.L.E.I.J.A., and the Black Knights, his loyal armed force, have turned against him after they found out about the secrets of his Geass power. At the depth of his desperation, Lelouch renews his determination to defeat his own father, who is about to achieve his ultimate goal by activating a super-dimensional apparatus, the Sword of Akasha. Meanwhile his elder brother, Schneizel, also decides to rebel against the emperor and to take over the throne for himself, which leads them to a sibling rivalry of the global scale. Volume 6 of 6 Contains episodes 21-25 Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Languages: English, Japanese Genre: Anime, Mecha, Science Fiction Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 125.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 2 & 4 (PAL) Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen Full Height Anamorphic Special Features: Textless ending "Waga Routashi Aku no Hana" episode version and final turn version Key animation gallery parts 8-9 Prize announcement on TV: Turn 20-24 Broadcast Version of Next Turn: Turn 20-24 Commentary episode 25

EVANGELION 1.11 EVANGELION PERFECTED: The stunning rebuild of the anime masterpiece is now extended and enhanced with never before seen new animation and 266 visual and audio improvements. Tokyo-3 still stands after most of civilization was decimated in the Second Impact. Now the city endures the ceaseless onslaught of the deadly Angels, bizarre creatures bent on eradicating the human race. To combat this strange and ruthless enemy, the government agency NERV constructs a fleet of towering humanoid machines ? the Evas ? and Shinji Ikari is called into action, reluctantly taking his place at the controls of Eva Unit 01. Living a life of loneliness and questioning his existence, Shinji struggles to accept responsibility for mankind?s battle for survival in this visually striking rebuild of one of the most important anime of all time. Shinji will fight the Angels alongside the only person who might understand his plight ? Rei Ayanami, the elusive and frail pilot of Eva Unit 00. In this film experience not to be missed, Shinji and Rei will struggle to learn a simple truth: when carrying the burden of humanity?s survival on your shoulders, you are not alone. Release Date: 16th June, 2010 Genre: Action / Adventure, Anime, Drama, Science Fiction Runtime: 110.0 mins Format: DVD, Region 4 (PAL), Blu-Ray DVD SRP: $29.95 Blu-ray SRP: $39.95

Special Features: Rebuild of EVANGELION: 1.01 Shiro Sagisu Version Rebuild of EVANGELION: 1.01 Joseph-Maurice Ravel Version "Angel of Doom" promotional music video News flashes Preview 1 - Color-corrected version Beautiful World Version 2 Beautiful World Version 2A Beautiful World Version 2B OCEAN WAVES The hidden gem of Studio Ghibli! Rarely seen outside of Japan and never before released in Australia, OCEAN WAVES (Umi Ga Kikoeru) is one of Studio Ghibli`s most sought after titles. Based upon author, essayist and playwright Saeko Himuro`s most popular, best selling novel, OCEAN WAVES is one of the most poignant and unsung masterpieces within Studio Ghibli`s legendary creative output. Wonderfully detailed and incredibly subtle, there are very few films in the history of animation that have managed to capture so well the joys and drama of adolescence and teenage alienation. Kochi is your average coastal town on the sleepy, idyllic island of Shikoku and young Taku is definitely your average high school student. But soon his quiet life will be turned upside down with the arrival of Rikako: a beautiful student recently transferred from Tokyo. By the end of the term Taku will have learnt a valuable lesson in love and friendship. Release Date: 30th June, 2010 Audio tracks: Japanese 2.0 Languages: Japanese Genre: Anime, Drama, Romance Subtitles: English subtitles Runtime: 72.0 mins Format: DVD, (PAL)

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