Category Archives: News

New Code Geass Coming?! (and something completely unrelated)

Posted on December 8, 2009 by

Look a post! And late as usual! I’ve heard the announcement for a Code Geass sequel of sorts coming soon in 2010 (sources: RC and ANN) and I have to say that I’m excited. Despite the lack of re-watch value, … Continue reading →

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Kuuchuu Buranko (Trapeze) Extended Preview

Posted on October 9, 2009 by

WTF?  This show looks like it’s on an acid trip.  The art style is odd (esepcially the faces) and there doesn’t seem to be much animation.  While Bakemonogatari did a good job with still images, this show’s imagery is trippy.  … Continue reading →

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Gantz Going Live-Action

Posted on October 9, 2009 by

ANN Story Link I wonder if Baka-Raptor will be looking forward to this.  So Gantz is set to become a pair of live-action movies.  Honestly, I have no idea how they are going to turn Gantz into a live-action without … Continue reading →

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Bakemonogatari DVD Sales Top K-ON

Posted on October 7, 2009 by

Now this is a surprise to me.  In a time when Gonzo’s demise brought light to the fact that otakus drive the anime sales market (see Riuva), we see a quality show (although I liked K-ON) top sales.  Sure there’s … Continue reading →

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Kuuchuu Buranko (Trapeze) is animated live-action hybrid

Posted on September 23, 2009 by

Anime News Network Story Link Kuuchuu Buranko (Trapeze) is really the only show I look forward to this fall season, especially since it is taking over the noitamina anime block on Fuji Television, which has hosted some great shows over the … Continue reading →

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R.I.P. Usui Yoshito (1958-2009)

Posted on September 19, 2009 by

Anime News Network Story Japan Zone Story A sad day for fans of Shin-chan, as a body matching the description provided by Yoshito’s family was found below cliff in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture, where he said he went hiking … Continue reading →

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Crayon Shin-Chan Manga Creator Missing

Posted on September 15, 2009 by

Anime News Network Story Link Yoshito Usui, the creator of the Crayon Shin-chan manga, has been reported missing by his family. They have not been in contact with him since Friday and a police search has been launched. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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