"Who loves me so much that he would forsake his own dear life... Is it you?" Eiri, a talented art student, works part-time in an antique shop in a quiet part of town. One afternoon, he uncovers a delicate Venetian glass holding a startling secret within. When Eiri peers into the glass, he can see a young blond girl, her life playing out like a movie solely for him to see. Curious, he stares into the glass, hoping to learn more about the enchanting girl inside.This is Cossette, a mysterious beauty haunting the glass, waiting 250 years for someone to finally see her, and set her free. Eiri is soon obsessed with Cossette, determined to do anything he can to help her. Will Eiri see past all the illusions and discover the tragic truth about Cossette, or will he be consumed by anguish and obsession?
From bulletproof dragons to lock-picks, a paper master manipulates paper to their will. In Hong Kong, three young paper masters, Anita, Maggie and Michelle, use their formidable skills to protect Nenene, an author targeted by a mad bomber. As their bodyguard duties take them to Tokyo, they will be educated on the dangers of literacy!
How does one compose the script for the most anticipated anime sequel of a generation? Please join director Tommy Yune and screenwriter Ford Riley for an in-depth and informative look at Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles.
A theatrical score is more than just music; it can be an emotional tie to your favorite film. Join music composer Scott Glasgow and director Tommy Yune as they discuss what it takes to score and award winning film.
For more than 20 years Harmony Gold has been a trail blazer in the anime industry and with the release Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles, they have not lost a beat, so what lies ahead for the Robotech franchise? Find out here!
Finally after 20 years, Robotech is back with a vengeance with this exciting new sequel to the series that introduced a generation of fans to anime! In the year 2044 A.D., a heroic cast of returning characters led by SCOTT BERNARD and VINCE GRANT team up to search for the legendary ADMIRAL RICK HUNTER while facing a treacherous new enemy in the aftermath of war with the Invid. The award-winning film (best animated feature, Int'l Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival) features the voices of Mark Hamill (Star Wars) and Chase Masterson (Star Trek: Deep Space 9).
Based on the legendary Akira Kurosawa classic epic feature film, Seven Samurai.Set in a futuristic world that has just witnessed the end of a massive war, scores of villages are terrorized by Nobuseri bandits. But the Nobuseri are no normal bandits. They were once Samurai, who during the war integrated their living cells with machines to become dangerous weapons now appearing more machine than man. Absolute power corrupts, and their reign of terror is increasing its hold on the countryside.But one group of villagers has had enough, deciding to hire samurai to protect their village. Kirara is a young priestess who travels to the city seeking out protection. One by one, she encounters brave samurai that the war has left behind. These men of skill and valor are each unique and not without their quirks. But can they come together as one to defend the helpless village? With its futuristic but rustic atmosphere, well-developed characters and incredible CG animation and high production value from the GONZO Digimation, Samurai 7 is poised to be an instant classic.
Mugen's a buck wild warrior: violent, thoughtless and womanizing. Jin is a vagrant ronin: mysterious, traditional, well-mannered and very strong as well. These two fiercely independent warriors couldn't more different from one another, yet their paths cross when Fuu, a ditzy waitress, saves them from being executed when they are arrested after a violent swordfight. Fuu convinces the two vagrant young men to help her find a mysterious samurai "who smells of sunflowers." And their journey begins.
Tenma Tsukamoto is a second year high school student, and like other girls her age, she falls in love. The object of her affection is classmate Ooji Karasuma, but unfortunately she hasn't confessed her feelings to him. Time is running out because he's transferring soon! With help from her friends and younger sister Yakumo, Tenma tries things to get his attention like dressing up as a nurse and sending a love letter. What she doesn't know is that another guy, Kenji Harima, has feelings for her. He gets depressed because she doesn't notice him, and becomes even more of a delinquent.
Pacifica Cassul is known as the "Scrapped Princess." According to prophecy, she is the poison that will destroy the world on her 16th birthday. In order to avoid being killed, she must secretly wander the lands along with her two siblings who vow to protect the princess every step of the way. But being the Scrapped Princess means you must stay one step ahead of your enemy. Just how long will they journey before time runs out?