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RELEASE DATE SET FOR NAJICA BLITZ TACTICS: VOLUME 1

FIRST VOLUME OF RACY ACTION SERIES SET FOR AUGUST 19 2003; EYE-OPENING COLLECTOR?S BOX AVAILABLE AS WELL

HOUSTON May 30 2003?ADV Films has set a street date of August 19 2003 for the release of the first volume of the thrilling and racy 12-episode Japanese animated series Najica Blitz Tactics!

Directed by Katsuihiko Nishijima (Project A-ko Labyrinth of Flames) and with animation direction by Noriyasu Yamauchi (Guyver: Out of Control) Najica Blitz Tactics is a fast-paced ?spy-fi? thriller packed with hard-hitting action and more than a little eye-candy for the fans.

Pantyriffic Collector?s Edition Available!
ADV?s release of Najica Blitz Tactics will be available in two versions: as a DVD in its standard case or as a collectors? edition including the DVD and a custom series art box sized to hold the entire series AND an exclusive pair of white cotton Najica Blitz Tactics bikini-cut panties! (If this doesn?t make sense to you now it surely will when you see the series?)

The Story:
As one of the world?s top perfume designers Najica Hiiragi works with her trusty assistant Kirala to develop the Day Series perfumes for CRI Cosmetics. When not jet-setting around the world Najica tools around neo-Tokyo in a bright red convertible. Men love her. Women want to be her.

But Najica has another job one that few ever see: Secret agent for the CRI intelligence organization. Her boss is the cool calculating Majima and she gets field support from the lecherous but technology-savvy Gento. Najica?s life gets complicated when she rescues a young girl Lila from the clutches of a depraved socialite and her machine-gun wielding maids. But Lila is no ordinary girl; she?s a Humaritt an android and she is Najica?s new partner! Together Najica and Lila thwart a mob hit on the daughter of a judge defeat an international playboy with a penchant for satellite weaponry and discover the real reason teenage pop idols are so darn popular!

Najica Blitz Tactics: Volume 1 (disc only $29.98 SRP Collector?s Edition $44.98 SRP) is a DVD-only release including four complete episodes in both English- and Japanese-language versions with English subtitles. DVD extras include clean opening and closing animation; production sketches; and ADV Previews.

THE BEST ANIME YOU?VE NEVER SEEN CONTINUES! ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR SECOND VOLUME OF AURA BATTLER DUNBINE

AN ANIME CLASSIC COMBINING SWORDS AND SORCERY TANKS HORSES MOTORCYCLES BIPEDAL MECHA AND MORE; AVAILABLE AUGUST 26 2003

HOUSTON May 30 2003?ADV Films today announced an August 26 2003 release date for Aura Battler Dunbine: Heroes of Byston Well the second volume of the 49-episode anime classic.

First broadcast in Japan in the mid 1980?s Aura Battler Dunbine is widely considered one of the finest and most significant titles from the ?golden age? of televised anime. Conceived by Yoshiyuki Tomino (creator and director of Gundam) and based on Tomino?s novel Wings of Lin Aura Battler Dunbine has long been celebrated not only for its exciting plot and extraordinary mecha designs (by Studio Nue of Macross fame) but also for the series? emphasis on strong and detailed characterization and the consistently excellent quality of its animation (produced by Sunrise Animation).

As befits the title?s extraordinary production pedigree Aura Battler Dunbine is a rich and complex tale mingling a fantasy-inspired setting with an anachronistic blend of technologies and spicing the mixture with extensive elements sourced from ancient folklore of the British Isles. In the last case series producer Carl Macek (ROBOTECH) has done extensive research to bring into focus mythological elements of the story in particular those centered on the fairy mythology.

The Story:
Casting his lot with a band of courageous rebels Show Zama quickly learns that Byston Well is a complex world where magic and mayhem have formed an uneasy alliance. As Show?s journey continues the brutality of Drake Luft?s war stands in stark contrast to the wonders and beauty of fairyland.

An epic one-of-a-kind adventure Aura Battler Dunbine is the stuff of which legends are made. Dive head-first into a rich fully defined world where magic and mecha work hand-in-hand to create one of the most unique anime experiences ever envisioned.

Aura Battler Dunbine: Heroes of Byston Well (SRP $29.98 DVD) is a DVD-only release containing four complete episodes. Includes both English- and Japanese-language versions with English subtitles. Extras include: a production portfolio; clean opening and closing animation; and ADV previews.

Collector?s Edition Available!
The special edition ?Memorial Box? including the first volume of Aura Battler Dunbine: Tales of Byston Well and a high-quality (?hard?) custom series art box sized to hold the first six volumes of the series is also available (SRP $39.98).

RELEASE DATE SET FOR STEEL ANGEL KURUMI 2: THE LIPS OF A NEW MASTER

THE LOYAL LOVABLE ANDROID IS BACK! FIRST VOLUME OF SEQUEL TO FAN-FAVORITE STEEL ANGEL KURUMI TO BE AVAILABLE IN STORES AUGUST 12 2003

HOUSTON May 30 2003 - ADV Films has set a street date of August 12 2003 for the DVD release of Steel Angel Kurumi 2: The Lips of a New Master first volume of the sequel to the fan-favorite anime series Steel Angel Kurumi. In addition to a healthy slate of DVD extras this release includes a reversible cover plus a unique (and sexy) bonus feature.

Produced by Pony Canyon (Vampire Princess Miyu) WOWOW (The Big O) and Kadokawa (publishers of anime magazine Newtype) Steel Angel Kurumi features breathtaking animation from acclaimed studio O.L.M. famous for their work on the Pokemon franchise. The English dub of Steel Angel Kurumi 2 reprises the smashing performances of three of the leads from the first series: Kelli Cousins Monica Rial and Hilary Haag plus a host of other fine voice actors.

The Story:
Another kiss brings Kurumi back to life in the 21st century. Only this time Kurumi?s got eyes for a new Master: the awkward ninth grade cellist Nako who lives at the old shrine with her perky plotting mother. But Nako?s neighbor Uruka the spoiled daughter of a multi-billionaire is jealous and the girl?s father will stop at nothing to ensure his darling daughter?s happiness?even if it means awakening Kurumi?s long lost sister Saki to get her out of the way!

It?s six new episodes set in a new century with a new Master and new Steel Angel abilities. But if there?s one thing that always gets Kurumi going it?s messing with someone close to her Mark II heart!

Steel Angel Kurumi 2: The Lips of a New Master ($24.98 SRP) is a DVD-only release containing six mini episodes. It includes both English- and Japanese-language versions and English subtitles. DVD extras include: a character gallery; extended Episode Previews; clean opening and closing animation; and ADV Previews. In addition the release boasts a reversible cover plus a sexy additional surprise feature!

ADV FILMS SETS RELEASE DATE FOR NEO RANGA: A NATION APART

FOURTH VOLUME OF INTRIGUING ANIME SERIES TO BE AVAILABLE AUGUST 19 2003

HOUSTON May 30 2003?ADV Films today set a street date of August 19 2003 for the release of Neo Ranga: A Nation Apart the fourth volume of the critically acclaimed anime series.

Directed by Jun Kamiya (Blue Seed) Neo Ranga was widely celebrated on its original Japanese broadcast for the quality of its design and backgrounds for the title?s use of music and for an intriguing and original plot. Neo Ranga: A Nation Apart contains the first episodes of the second season of Neo Ranga produced in Japan due to overwhelming public demand.

The Story:
Neo Ranga?s back! And a warm welcome is the last thing on the Japanese government?s agenda though there?s not much it can do to move a gargantuan monster with god-like powers.

On the fringes Neo Ranga?s enemies continue their attacks waging war both in the streets and in the minds of people. Spreading lies kidnapping loved ones resurrecting new gods ? nothing is off limits when the stakes are this high. Will the Shimabara sisters be able to win the people over? Or will they face an entire country?s wrath?

From intrigue to ingénues to battles with behemoths this gripping volume of Neo Ranga has it all!

Neo Ranga: A Nation Apart (SRP $29.98) is a DVD-only release containing eight 15-minute episodes. Both English- and Japanese-language versions are included along with English subtitles. Extras include production sketches translator notes clean opening animation clean closing animation and ADV previews.

ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR SAKURA WARS TV: CRESCENDO

THIRD VOLUME OF THE 25-EPISODE TV SERIES TO BE AVAILABLE AUGUST 19 2003; TIES IN TO POPULAR SAKURA WARS OVA VIDEO GAMES

HOUSTON May 30 2003?ADV Films today announced an August 19 2003 release date for Sakura Wars TV: Crescendo third volume of ADV?s DVD release of the title.

Well known for its enthusiastic genre hopping including robot combat musical theatre romance a dose of history lesson and more the Sakura Wars franchise?including video games OVAs and this television series?has proven an enduring fan favorite.

The Story:
The forces of evil are growing stronger?even Mother Nature has turned traitor and is itching for a fight. The world needs a team of defenders: a dedicated group that will work together in harmony and ace precision; a band that will refuse to give into their petty squabbles and haunting pasts in order to stand strong against the forces of chaos!

Unfortunately all it has is the Imperial Flower Combat Troop?

Sakura Wars TV: Crescendo ($29.98 SRP) is a DVD-only release containing four complete episodes. It includes both English- and Japanese-language versions and English subtitles. DVD extras include: an eight-page printed booklet including production sketches; production notes; clean opening and closing animation; character bios; and ADV previews.

ADV ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR EDEN?S BOWY: NOWHERE TO RUN

THIRD VOLUME OF THE BEAUTIFUL HAUNTING ANIME FANTASY TO BE AVAILABLE AUGUST 26 2003

HOUSTON May 30 2003?ADV Films today announced a August 26 2003 release date for Eden?s Bowy: Nowhere to Run third volume of the acclaimed anime fantasy series noted for its multilayered complexity and wide-ranging appeal. Eden?s Bowy is based on a manga by Tennoji Kitsune and was directed by Tsukasa Sunaga (Southern Cross) with character designs by Kazui Hiroko (Ranma ½ Oh! My Goddess!).

The Story:
At last the quest is complete! The journey is over! They?ve found the princess! Or have they? When Yorn and his companions finally reach Rubeed Yorn?s mother has vanished. In fact the whole town?s deserted?but not for long. Yulgaha orders an army into the city with one goal: capture the princess and kill anyone who gets in the way. The assassins from Yanuess rush to join the fun. Giant claymen hordes of soldiers?the battle is on! Will our heroes get caught in the crossfire? Elisis is back but can even her alter ego Seeda save them this time? Will the old man?s bag of tricks finally come up empty? And will Yorn stop gawking at the cool guns long enough to dodge the bullets?

Eden?s Bowy: Nowhere to Run (SRP $29.98) is a DVD-only release including four complete episodes. Includes both English- and Japanese-language versions and English subtitles. Extras include: clean opening and closing animation; a printed insert with character bios; and ADV previews.

Posted on Friday, May 30, 2003 (Archive on Monday, June 30, 2003)