MindXpo is releasing its first original anime-styled resin kits, Nixie and May, based on the humorous world of "Summer Beach." These 1/8 scale kits, priced at $44.98, include clear and opaque resin pieces for customization and will be released in September and October 2003.
Read MoreStudio ArtFX, headed by Terrence Walker, is setting its sights on the Japanese anime market! The studio released a trailer showcasing its previous work and plans to release titles like Understanding Chaos and Shadowskin in Japan, along with other independent anime. Walker was inspired by the popularity of indie anime during a 2002 tour.
Read MoreAnimeTrax is releasing soundtracks for Samurai X (Rurouni Kenshin) and Boogiepop Phantom! The Samurai X OVA soundtrack features music by Taku Iwasaki. Boogiepop Phantom gets both a 2-CD original soundtrack and a CD of music inspired by the series, with compositions by Yuki Kajiura. Pre-orders begin April 2, 2002, with a street date of April 30, 2002.
Read MorePokémon’s box office success continues! Animazement 2000 boasts a stellar guest list including Yuu Watase and Pokémon voice actors. Plus, Bandai Entertainment’s first DVD releases are just around the corner!
Read More**Pokémon** remains a box office hit, exceeding $83 million! Hayao Miyazaki’s **Princess Mononoke** continues its strong limited release, while anime expands further with new Encore channel programming and Otakon 2000 guest announcements.
Read MoreBig news! *Pokémon* continues its box office reign, while *Princess Mononoke* maintains a strong presence. Studio Gainax is launching a new OVA, *Furi-Kuri*, and a "Pokémon World" theme park is headed to Kyoto! Plus, *Pokémon 2* gets a U.S. release date.
Read MoreGet ready! Hayao Miyazaki, the celebrated director of *Princess Mononoke*, is returning to Studio Ghibli for a brand new film, tentatively titled "*Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi*." A summer 2001 release is planned!
Read More<p>Both <em>Pokémon</em> and <em>Princess Mononoke</em> continue their impressive box office runs! A new *Macross* OVA, *Macross 3D*, is on the way next year, promising a fresh evolution for the beloved franchise. Plus, Nintendo confirms a third *Pokémon* film for Japan!</p>
Read MoreAnime giant Tokyo Pop is bringing the energy of J-Pop to American listeners! A new partnership with Spinner.com will deliver a curated selection of Asian artists, offering a vibrant, fresh musical experience.
Read MoreSchoolyard squabbles over *Pokémon* cards are prompting action in Puerto Rico. Representative Roberto Cruz is requesting a government investigation into the sudden surge in *Pokémon* popularity and its impact on communities.
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