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    Packaging for the Blu-ray and DVD editions of A COMPANY MAN. Photos courtesy of Well Go USA. © 2012 Showbox/Mediaplex

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    Fight... Before Being Fired Source: Well Go USA, MPRM Communications press release Special Thanks to Leif Helland First time Writer/Director Lim Sang-yun gamely reimagines contract killing in the world of corporate culture when A COMPANY MAN (???, Huisawon, 2012) debuts on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD August 27th from Well Go USA Entertainment. The international box-office hit gives a vibrant new spin to a genre staple with rising action icon So Ji-sub (ROUGH CUT) starring as a hitman who finds himself targeted by his ex-employers after he falls in love with a married woman and quits his job. The film also stars Lee Mi-yeon (TYPHOON, ADDICTED), Gwak Do-won (THE MAN FROM NOWHERE), newcomer Kim Dong-jun, Lee Gyeong-yeong (WAR OF THE ARROWS, A BETTER TOMORROW), and Jeon Guk-hwan (QUICK). Hyeong-do (So Ji-sub) wears a suit and tie like any other rank-and-file white collar worker... except his profession is murder.

    Key art for FANTASISTA DOLL. © 2013 Fantasista Doll Project/FD Production Committee

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: fantasistadoll.com (Japan) Special Thanks to David Williams Play a winning hand with Sentai Filmworks’ newest acquisition: FANTASISTA DOLL (??????????, Fantajisuta Dooru, 2013)! This 12 episode series is directed by Hisashi Saito (HEAVEN`S LOST PROPERTY) and features character designs by Hiromi Kato (HAKKENDEN: EIGHT DOGS OF THE EAST, GUILTY CROWN) with sound direction by Yota Tsuruoka (CLANNAD) and music by Yasuharu Takanashi (HELL GIRL). No one ever knows what life has waiting in the cards for them, but for Uzume Uno, the surprises aren’t just in the cards but also in what comes out of them! Through a strange quirk of fate, this typical junior high school student finds herself in possession of a mysterious deck of cards from which five magical girls known as the Fantasista Dolls materialize! By playing the cards in different combinations, Uzume can equip the

    Key art for FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA. © 2013 Hiroshi Hiroyama · TYPE-MOON · Kadokawa Shoten /

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: prisma-illya.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to David Williams In a universe filled with “what ifs” and “could have beens”, sometimes the same elements combine to produce something completely different. As they have in Sentai Filmworks’ newest acquisition: FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA (Fate/kaleid liner ????????, 2013)! This mystical fantasy set in an alternate universe to the popular FATE/STAY NIGHT franchise is directed by Shin Oonuma (DUSK MAIDEN OF AMNESIA, ef ~ a tale of memories) and features character designs by Nozomi Ushijima, with series composition by Kenji Inoue and music by Tatsuya Katou. Illyaviel von Einzbern seems like a normal school girl, but all that changes when a magic wand named Ruby decides that young Illya is the perfect choice to be her new “master.” On the plus side, that means Illya can use Ruby to gain magical powers. On the

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: gainax.co.jp/stella (Japan) Special Thanks to David Williams Girl just want to have guns in Sentai Filmworks’ newest acquisition: STELLA WOMEN’S ACADEMY, HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION CLASS C3 (??????????????????, Tokurei Sochi Dantai Stella Jo-Gakuin Kootoo-ka Shiikyuubu, 2013)! This rambunctious 12 episode series is helmed by first time director Masayoshi Kawajiri, and features character designs by Manami Umeshita (MEDAKA BOX), with sound direction by Jun Watanabe (MEDAKA BOX) and music by Kotaro Nakagawa (DEVIL SURVIVOR 2 THE ANIMATION). When Yura Yamato arrives at Stella Girl’s Academy, she knows there’s something a little different about her dorm mates. But it’s not until her new roommate Sonora invites her to join a club called C3 that it all becomes clear. Because C3 stands for Command, Control and Communications, and NOW Yura understands why all of the other girls have model guns! It’s a survivalist

    Packaging for the Blu-ray and DVD editions of FLOATING CITY. Photos courtesy of Well Go USA. © 2012 Mandarin Films Distribution Co.

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    Legendary Director Yim Ho’s Return to Filmmaking Debuts on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD Source: Well Go USA, MPRM Communications press release Special Thanks to Leif Helland Based on the true story of a Hong Kong businessman (Aaron Kwok) who learns about his mysterious roots, the thoughtful drama FLOATING CITY (????, 2012) debuts on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD August 20th from Well Go USA Entertainment. Pioneering Hong Kong New Wave auteur Yim Ho (HOMECOMING, RED DESERT) returns to filmmaking with a sweeping social-historical drama set against the backdrop of the British-colonized harbor that is still known today as “the Floating Village.” The film stars Aaron Kwok (THE STORM RIDERS), Charlie Yeung (BANGKOK DANGEROUS, SLEEPWALKER), Nina Paw (REIGN OF ASSASSINS, FEARLESS), Josie Ho (CONTAGION, THE COURIER), and Annie Liu (NATURAL BORN LOVERS). In the early 1990s, Bo Wah Chuen (Aaron Kwok) attracts great attention as a business executive in

    Packaging for KIMBA, THE WHITE LION Complete Series. Image courtesy of Right Stuf. © 1966 Tezuka Production Co., Ltd. Mushi Production Co., Ltd.

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    Entire 52-Episode Television Series Available on July 9th Source: Right Stuf, Inc. press release Official Site: kimba.rightstuf.com Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and its Nozomi Entertainment division are pleased to announce the KIMBA, THE WHITE LION Complete Series DVD set will be available on July 9, 2013. This new DVD set repackages all 52 episodes of KIMBA, THE WHITE LION as it aired on television in the United States, with remastered video (from the previous collections) and an English-language audio track. It is housed in a slim-profile, chipboard collectible box featuring art from the series. From Osamu Tezuka, the creator of Astro Boy and one of Japanese animation’s great pioneers, KIMBA, THE WHITE LION was one of the first anime classics to air on American television in the 1960s, and the very first Japanese animated series to be broadcast in color. Fans have long

    Key art for HAKKENDEN: EIGHT DOGS OF THE EAST. © Miyuki Abe ? Kadokawa Shoten/ Project Hakkenden

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: hakken-den.com (Japan) Special Thanks to David Williams Those who live by the sword may very well die by the sword in Sentai Filmworks’ newest acquisition: the second season of HAKKENDEN: EIGHT DOGS OF THE EAST (??? ????????, Hakkenden: Toohoo Hakken Ibun, 2013)! The 13 episode follow up to the popular first season features the return of Chief Director Osamu Yamasaki (HAKUOKI: DAWN OF THE SHINSENGUMI), Director Mitsue Yamasaki, Character Designer Hiromi Kato (NEEDLESS), Sound Director Hozumi Goda (VAMPIRE KNIGHT) with music by Hitomi Kuroishi (CODE GEASS: LELOUCH OF THE REBELLION). Forced to choose between death and an unnatural life bound to the living sword Murasame, Shino Inuzuka chose the sword. Now, however, in the bloody aftermath of his transformation and Kohaku’s death, Shino’s awareness of the true scope of his bond with Murasame has expanded. Is he truly a

    Scott, Ariel, Rand, Rook, Annie and Lunk from LIVE LOVE ALIVE, featured in Lionsgate Home Entertainment’s ROBOTECH 2-MOVIE COLLECTION. Image courtesy of Content Media Corporation. © 1985 Tatsunoko Production Co. Ltd. © 1985-2013 Harmony Gold USA. Inc.

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    Source: Lionsgate, Click Communications Special Thanks to Brigid D`Arcy Lionsgate Home Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win the ROBOTECH: 2 MOVIE COLLECTION on DVD, featuring the brand-new never-before-seen LOVE LIVE ALIVE (2013) as well as the classic hit THE SHADOW CHRONICLES (2006). The ROBOTECH chronicle continues with the unveiling of the all-new anime adventure LOVE LIVE ALIVE. Taking place during and after the events of ROBOTECH: THE NEW GENERATION (available in ROBOTECH: THE COMPLETE SERIES from Lionsgate Home Entertainment), this thrilling installment in the ROBOTECH saga follows the adventures of Lieutenant Lance "Lancer" Belmont as he recounts his journey from before his first encounter with Scott Bernard to the aftermath following Admiral Rick Hunter`s expedition to liberate the Earth from the mysterious Invid race. ROBOTECH: THE SHADOW CHRONICLES continues the epic battle as Scott Bernard must once again face

    Kevin the Blue Ranger (Najee De-Tiege), Jayden the Red Ranger (Alex Heartman), Mike the Green Ranger (Hector David Jr.) and Mia the Pink Ranger (Erika Fong) star in Lionsgate Home Entertainment`s POWER RANGERS SAMURAI: THE ULTIMATE DUEL - Volume 5. Photo courtesy of Lionsgate Entertainment. © 2013 SCG Power Rangers LLC.

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    Final POWER RANGERS SAMURAI DVD Volume Streets July 16th Source: Lionsgate, Bender/Helper Impact Official Site: powerrangers.com Special Thanks to Geovani Rocha Six Power Rangers Samurai. Four final episodes. One legendary duel. Lionsgate Entertainment has provided high-res images and a video clip from POWER RANGERS SAMURAI: THE ULTIMATE DUEL - Volume 5, coming to DVD (srp $14.98) and Digital Download July 16th. In these final four episodes of the season, Master Xandred`s powers are surging out of control, the Sanzu River is seeping into our world and giant Moogers are running on a rampage, so the Power Rangers Samurai must enter the Tengen Gate to retrieve the most powerful samurai weapon yet -- The Black Box! But when Deker kidnaps Jayden, the remaining Samurai -- Kevin, Emily, Mia, Mike and Antonio -- must join forces to battle the web-shooting Arachnitor, dream-invading Rhinosnorus and giant

    Tatsunoko Production celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2012. © Tatsunoko Production

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Special Thanks to David Williams Sentai Filmworks has announced its acquisition of hundreds of hours of programming from Tatsunoko Production’s library. This exclusive license includes eleven of the most influential and beloved anime series, including such classics as GATCHAMAN (???????????, Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchaman, 1972-1974) and CASSHAN (??????????, Shinzo Ningen Kyashaan, aka NEO-HUMAN CASSHERN, 1973-1974). “We’re really excited to bring these Tatsunoko Production titles to anime fans of all generations. Particularly at a time when technology allows us to reach viewers not only through traditional media, but also compelling new digital platforms,” said John Ledford, President of Sentai Filmworks. Details, including titles, release dates and formats, and digital outlets will be forthcoming over the next year as each of the licensed series is prepared for release. About Tatsunoko Production “The dream for children from all of the world....” These

    CAPTAIN HARLOCK cover art. Image courtesy of Discotek Media. © LEIJI MATSUMOTO, TOEI ANIMATION

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    Source: Discotek Media, Toei Co., Ltd. On August 27th, the complete anime series APTAIN HARLOCK (??????????????, Uchuu Kaizoku Kyaputen Haarokku) will be released on Region 1 DVD by Discotek Media. The series originally ran for 42 episodes from March 14, 1978 to February 13, 1979. In 2977 A.C., the people of Earth indulge in idle, peaceful lives, unaware that an invasion by spaceman called the Mazonese has begun. Only two people have noticed the threat; the famous scientist Dr. Daiba and the great space pirate Captain Harlock. Harlock is feared as a pirate, but is in truth an indomitable youth who loves freedom and adventure most of all. When Dr. Daiba is killed, Harlock decides to defend the Earth by himself and begins the battle against the alien invaders. But Daiba`s son, Tadashi, believes that Harlock is the murderer of his father. He is sent to

    Packaging for the Blu-ray and DVD editions of FLOATING CITY. Photos courtesy of Well Go USA. © 2012 Mandarin Films Distribution Co.

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    Trust No One in Gritty, Violent Mob Thriller Source: Well Go USA, MPRM Communications press release Special Thanks to Leif Helland Director Park Hoon-Jeong’s (THE SHOWDOWN) critically-acclaimed, international box office hit NEW WORLD debuts on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital July 23rd from Well Go USA Entertainment. As Korea’s biggest crime organization “Goldmoon” expands its power, the Police Chief (Min-sik Choi) orders his undercover cop (Lee Jeong-jae) to participate in project “New World,” designed to bring down the notorious crime organization. The undercover cop faces a difficult decision: follow the Chief’s orders or maintain his loyalty to “Goldmoon.” The head of the Goldmoon crime syndicate is dead, leaving his top two lieutenants. Seizing the opportunity, the police launch an operation called “New World.” The boss’ right hand man, Ja-sung (Lee Jung-jae), has been a deep-cover operative for 8 years, closely watched by Police Chief Kang (Choi Min-sik). With

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    Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of anime and manga in North America, prepares a substantial presence for the 2013 Anime Expo as it announces a robust schedule of events, guest appearances, panel discussions, autograph sessions, anime screenings, and special promotional giveaways. The 2013 Anime Expo is North America’s largest anime convention and will be held July 4th–7th at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles. VIZ Media will be located on the main convention floor in Booth 1501. Celebrate North America’s hottest new anime series – “K” – as VIZ Media makes Friday, July 5th “K Day!” Festivities start at 11AM in Room LP1 with the special English world premiere of the series, followed by a Behind the Scenes Q&A hosted by staff and English voice cast, including

    The Korean disaster movie THE TOWER will be released on DVD in North America this week. Photo courtesy of CJ Entertainment America. © 2012 CJ E&M CORPORATION

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    108 Floors of Terror... and Help is Out of Reach! Source: CJ Entertainment America Special Thanks to Hoon Bae CJ Entertainment is thrilled to present present the heart-pounding, action-packed drama THE TOWER (??, 2012). After stirring up intense interest in Korea where it opened as the holiday blockbuster offering for Christmas, the movie made its North American theatrical debut on January 11, 2013. THE TOWER was released on DVD in the United Kingdom on May 6th, and will be available in North America on July 2 and Australia on August 21st. THE TOWER features a star-studded ensemble cast including SUL Kyung-gu (NO MERCY, 2009; HAEUNDAE, 2009), SON Ye-jin (A MOMENT TO REMEMBER, 2004; SPELLBOUND, 2011) and KIM Sang-kyung (MEMORIES OF MURDER, 2003). Interwoven dramatic storylines, heartfelt acting, and show-stopping pyrotechnics make THE TOWER a bold new addition to the disaster action movie genre.

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    GATCHAMAN BLU-RAY EDITION Available on October 29th Source: Section23 Films press release Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff Home video distributor Section23 Films today announced its October slate of releases; including the classic action series GATCHAMAN. All 105 episodes of the original TV series plus the three episode OVA series will be released in both DVD & BD collections. Product details follow, in order of release... GODANNAR COMPLETE Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 650 min. Street Date: 10/1/2013 Format: DVD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $74.98 Five years ago, Goh, the pilot of the giant robot Dannar, rescued Anna Aoi as the monstrous Mimetic Beasts attempted to wipe human life from the planet. Now the Beasts are back, but Goh`s not going back into battle alone. Not only does his new bride-to-be Anna have a mech of her own,

    Packaging for the Blu-ray and DVD editions of PIETA. © 2012 KIM Ki-Duk Films

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    WINNER ~ Best Picture, Golden Lion, 2012 Venice Film Festival Source: Drafthouse Films, MPRM Communications press release Special Thanks to Leif Helland PIETA (???, 2012), the acclaimed film from the celebrated and controversial Korean director Kim Ki-Duk (BAD GUY; SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, WINTER... AND SPRING; 3-IRON), debuts on Blu-ray and DVD July 23rd from Drafthouse Films. An international box-office hit, PIETA has garnered numerous awards, including Best Picture trophies from 2012 Venice Film Festival, 2012 Blue Dragon Awards, 2013 Fantasporto Festival, and the 2012 Satellite Awards, and Best Director nods at the 2012 Dubai International Film Festival and a Jury Award at the South Korea’s 2012 Grand Bell Awards. Lee Jung-jin (WONDERFUL RADIO, NO DOUBT) stars as a loan shark forced to reconsider his violent lifestyle after the arrival of a mysterious woman claiming to be his long-lost mother. The mother is played by Cho Min-soo, who,

    LOVELY COMPLEX cover art. Image courtesy of Discotek Media. © Aya Nakahara / Shueisha • TBS • Toei Animation

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    Source: Discotek Media Official Site: toei-anim.co.jp/lovecom (Japan) On July 16th, the complete anime series LOVELY COMPLEX (?????, LoveCom, 2007) will be released on Region 1 DVD by Discotek Media. Koizumi`s just started high school, and she`s got a little problem: for a girl, she`s super tall! Meanwhile, her classmate Otani`s got a big problem: he`s virtually a midget, but still wants to join the basketball team. Written off as a bickering comedy duo by their teachers and classmates, the pair can`t decide who`s less likely to find love before graduating, and ultimately bet each other on who`ll actually land a mate first. LOVELY COMPLEX: THE COMPLETE SERIES contains episodes 1-24. DVD: Region 1 SRP: $49.95 Release Date: July 16, 2013 Discs: 4 Audio: Japanese Subtitles: English Running Time: 582 minutes

    The classic anime series GATCHAMAN will be released on both DVD and Blu-ray in North America. Image courtesy of Madman Entertainment. © Tatsunoko Production

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Special Thanks to David Williams Get ready for the one that started it all as Sentai Filmworks brings GATCHAMAN (???????????, Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchaman, 1972-1974) to the U.S. in high definition! All 105 episodes of the original TV series plus the three episode OVA series will be released in both DVD and Blu-ray versions. This classic action series is directed by Hisayuki Toriumi (AREA 88) and features character designs by Tatsuo Yoshida (HURRICANE POLYMAR) with sound direction by Shigeharu Shiba (SORCERER HUNTERS) and music by Bob Sakuma. Using amazing weapons powered by super-science, the international terrorist organization known as Galactor is out to steal all of Earth’s resources for itself and its inhuman masters. Mankind’s only hope? The International Science Organization and their elite strike force, the Science Ninja Team! But these five young heroes will have their work

    The Korean disaster movie THE TOWER will be released on DVD in North America this July. Photo courtesy of CJ Entertainment America. © 2012 CJ E&M CORPORATION

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    Action-Packed, Heart-Pounding Korean Drama Explodes on DVD Source: CJ Entertainment America press release Special Thanks to Hoon Bae When unthinkable disaster strikes, two strangers become the only hope of thousands of holiday revelers in the heart-pounding, action-packed drama THE TOWER (??, 2012), burning up DVD July 2 from CJ Entertainment America. It’s Christmas Eve at Seoul’s ultra-luxurious, 108-story, residential high-rise, Tower Sky, and the annual White Christmas gala is planned once again to dazzle the elite tenants and their VIP guests. Building manager Dae-ho, a single father, reluctantly disappoints his young daughter again, cancelling plans to work the elegant event. Kitchen manager Yoon-hee, who has a secret crush on him, offers to babysit. Respected fire chief Young-ki has finally agreed to a date night with his long-suffering wife and the extravagant gathering is the perfect venue. The holiday revelry is in full swing

    Packaging for the Blu-ray and DVD editions of THE GUILLOTINES. Photos courtesy of Well Go USA. © 2012 We Pictures, Ltd., Stellar Mega Films, Ltd., Media Asia Film International, Ltd., Polycoce Film Company, Ltd

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    The Ultimate Weapon from the Director of INFERNAL AFFAIRS Source: Well Go USA, MPRM Communications press release Special Thanks to Leif Helland Director Andrew Lau (INFERNAL AFFAIRS) teams up with China’s hottest rising action stars for the explosive, martial arts-filled film THE GUILLOTINES (???, Xue Di Zi, 2012), debuting on Blu-ray and DVD August 13th from Well Go USA Entertainment. A secret brotherhood of assassins -- the Guillotines -- once favored by the Emperor, are now a force of terror and oppression under a new regime. Exiled to a remote village and hunted by a squad of fighters with firearms that challenge their cold steel, the Guillotines must now outwit and outfight enemies from both sides. The film stars Xiaoming Huang (IP MAN 2: LEGEND OF THE GRANDMASTER, THE BANQUET), Ethan Juan (MONGO), Zhang Wen (THE SORCERER AND THE WHITE SNAKE), Shawn Yue (INFERNAL AFFAIRS), Yuchun Li

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