Editorial‘Allo ‘allo, Mamoru Oshii’s GHOST IN THE SHELL sequel, INNOCENCE (the film, not the character trait!) is now available on DOUBLE-DVD release and is packed with extras, plus its got a brand new dub featuring the cast of GITS: STAND ALONE COMPLEX. Speaking of GITS: SAC, we’ve also released the complete collection of series one – if you enjoyed the recent SBS screenings then there’s never been a better time to pick this up! And, as if one big-name director wasn’t enough for you, don’t miss Satoshi Kon’s MILLENNIUM ACTRESS. He’s the same guy that gave you PERFECT BLUE and PARANOIA AGENT, so you know it’s gonna be deep! In fact, if it’s big features you’re after make sure you read our NEWS below and check out the ANIME ESSENTIALS sale. This is your chance to save big bucks on some must-own classics! And that’s not all. I haven’t even mentioned our sci-fi space junkmen saga PLANETES, fantasy / adventure series Kyo Kara Maoh and “yaoi” flagship title, Gravitation! Make sure you read on for all the info on these and our other new releases. Of course, there’s more to Madman than April releases! We’ve got the latest news, event updates, acquisitions and FREE STUFF to keep you entertained. Plus, don’t forget our latest segment: OFFER OF THE MONTH. Now you can save dollars on Madman product simply by subscribing – Until next time, think about it! Dean Prenc |
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Hungry for Anime? It's Snacktime! Madman's First Podcast is Now Live!
Deep in hidden chambers of Madman central, a suspect few have made their first pirate broadcast, hijacking your ipod or media player to bring all the latest info on the world of Anime. It's Anime Snacktime!
Anime Essentials Now on Sale
Looking to get started with anime and don't know where to begin? Or maybe it's high time you got that friend well and truly hooked?
Now's your chance with a great range of essential titles on sale from March 29 to May 17th 2006. With the amazing Howl's Moving Castle and Ghost in the Shell 2 out now, discover the classics today:
Sydney Morning Herald gives Samurai Champloo SBS debut the thumbs up!
Now showing on SBS and reviewed in the Sydney Morning Herald's TV Guide, Samurai Champloo has been given the big thumbs up!
Howl's Moving Castle Reviewed on Anime on DVD
Howl's Moving Castle Limited Edition, available in stores now has just been reviewed by the good folks over at Anime on DVD.
Fault Discovered on Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd Gig Vol 2
Madman would like to inform its customers that regrettably there is an ERROR confirmed on MMA3562 - GITS:SAC 2nd Gig vol 2. The third episode on the disc, Episode 7, will skip to the end credits at the halfway mark of the episode.
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April Highlights
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Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence (2 Disc Special Edition)Join section 9's Batou on a mission to uncover the reasons behind a recent murder, committed by an android, whose circumstances question the reasons for humanity, existence and reality. This double DVD set is PACKED with outstanding extras, including DTS and 5.1 Surround Sound, plus an English language track not featured on the U.S. release. The must-own anime release of the year! |
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Millennium ActressWhen Genya Tachibana obtains an interview with retired reclusive actress, Miyoko Fujiwara, he unlocks a story of a lifetime spent searching for a lost love. Satoshi Kon’s (Perfect Blue, Paranoia Agent) stunning drama is available for the first time on DVD with an all new English language dub not featured on the US release! |
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Planetes V1 & Collector's BoxThe year is 2075 AD. The dream of working and living in the vast openness of space is now a reality. However, a new threat has arisen and if left unchecked will prove fatal: Space Debris! |
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Kyo Kara Maoh! Kyo Kara Maoh! - God (?) save Our King!: V1 & Collector's BoxYuri Shibuya is an average baseball-loving high school student. When he decides to take a stand against some local bullies, they decide to dunk him in a toilet and Yuri finds himself sucked into another world! |
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Gravitation Tv Series Collection (3 Discs)Shuichi and his band Bad Luck dream about making the big time. When he finds inspiration in the unlikeliest of places, is it luck or love? Released by popular demand with a massive cult following, GRAVITATION was rated as one of the best romantic anime of all time by Anime Insider magazine. Own the whole series with this brand new 3 DVD set and check out Madman’s limited edition range of Gravitation Merchandise. |
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Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Complete CollectionAs seen on SBS, the television series based on Masamune Shirow's manga and Mamoru Oshii's highly influential film, GHOST IN THE SHELL STAND ALONE COMPLEX takes viewers to futuristic society where technology has saturated citizens' daily lives. Only section 9 holds the line between order and chaos! |
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Lunar Legend Tsukihime CollectionWhen Shiki who is burdened with a supernatural curse unwillingly kills a strangely attractive woman, his life takes a strange turn. Despite the curse, the woman lives! After all, it takes more than a curse to kill a vampire... |
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More Highlights
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd Gig V2
Fullmetal Alchemist V07 - Reunion on Yock Island
Coming Soon
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One PieceAs seen on Channel 10. Meet Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates on their quest to find Gold Roger’s legendary treasure the One Piece! |
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$19.95Acquisitions
TREE OF PALME
Palme, a puppet created by a man to care for his sickly wife, falls into despair following her death. After a chance encounter with a mysterious woman he begins on a quest that becomes his first step towards reconciling his feelings and perhaps becoming more human. A modern retelling of the classic Pinocchio story with a sc-fi / fantasy twist. Tree of Palme is written and directed by highly respected animator Takashi Nakamura, famous for his work as chief animator for the cyberpunk masterpiece Akira, Tree of Palme is tentatively scheduled for release in late 2006.
Madman Manga - Hot Off the Press!
Another sizzling month of manga releases as we bring you the entire series of Astro Boy, Australia's favourite boy robot and available for the first time in Australia. Also don't miss the final volume of Chrno Crusade!
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Newtype USA April
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Offer of the Month
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Mamoru Oshii is the genius director behind Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence. This month our special offer lets you take a journey back to his great classics with specials for both Ghost in the Shell: Special Edition and also Patlabor Movie 1 & 2 collection. $5 off Ghost in the Shell: Special Edition: PUPPETMASTER $5 off Patlabor 1&2 Collection : ROBOTCOPS |
Otaku Wear
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Events
SUPANOVA
Supanova returns to Brisbane on April 21-23 for one of the most feature packed events yet. Anime guests include Sean "Goku" Schemmel and Mike "Master Roshi" McFarland. Mike will be signing free autographs at the Madman Entertainment booth all weekend, where you can meet the crew and check out some sweet convention exclusives. There's also a wealth of anime events on over the weekend including the Madman Cosplay contest, karaoke, trivia and of course constant anime screenings at the Madman Anime Theatre, including the premiere of InuYasha Movie 1 and The Mysterious Geographic Explorations of Jasper Morello with a special introduction by director Anthony Lucas.
For more information check out www.supanova.com.au and don’t forget to check out the Madman Entertainment Panel on Sunday for some very special announcements!
POPCORN TAXI ANIME SPECIAL -www.popcorntaxi.com.au
April 4th - ACMI Cinemas Melbourne: Federation Square
To celebrate the launch of his new book 100 ANIME (coming soon to the Madman website!), Popcorn Taxi is proud to host author and all-round film-buff Philip Brophy to provide a portal into the genre we all love.
As part of the presentation ACMI will be screening episode 1 of GANTZ, so it's not for the faint-hearted (or for anyone under 18 years of age!)
Keep an eye on the Popcorn Taxi website for a possible Sydney event.
REEL LAUGHS - www.madman.com.au/reellaughs
April 13th to May 6th - Trades Hall Theatrette
Here's a chance to indulge your visual senses with a rip-snorting showcase of Madman feature films and anime episodes at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Ranging from oddball cults to the damn right hilarious, REEL LAUGHS screens every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night throughout the Comedy Festival at the Trades Hall theatrette, from April 13-May 6. We've got a few tricks up our sleeve so be ready for some extra bang for your buck with special guest appearances, giveaways and other surprises!
Film highlights include: Cromartie High School episodes before every feature film, Godzilla: Final Wars, The Weatherwoman, Interstella 5555 plus Anime Shorts, Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! and a PREMIERE SPECIAL EVENT on Saturday April 29.
Go to Reel Laughs Website for full programme details, and subscribe to the newsletter for the latest updates
Free Stuff
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I.G. is GOOD!
That’s over $200 of value! To be in the running simply head on over to the competition page and answer the following question: Mamoru Oshii directed a live action feature known as Avalon. What was the primary spoken language for this film? Oh and for those wondering, the answer to last month’s question was of course GONZO! |
Eastern Eye
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Another exciting month of Asian cinema from Eastern Eye this month, with not one but TWO Godzilla movies and the first volume in the Sonny Chiba Collection.
Don’t miss Godzilla: Final Wars, featuring a special guest appearance by the Sydney Opera House! For more info and the chance to win great prizes, sign up to the Eastern Eye Mailing List by emailing "SUBSCRIBE" to info@easterneye.com.au or visit www.easterneye.com.au. |
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