OFFICIAL Anime on Blu-ray (USA releases)

[joeriggsbee]

Originally Posted by MOONPHASE

Maybe, but its not a real high priority. Plus I hope they can keep it at 4:3 and not try to make the picture quality like as if it were made today.

yeah i hope so too but honestly i'd be happy with just having it on blu ray, funimation re-releases dbz way too much show dragonball some love.

[MOONPHASE]

Originally Posted by joeriggsbee

yeah i hope so too but honestly i'd be happy with just having it on blu ray, funimation re-releases dbz way too much show dragonball some love.

And the funny thing is, no matter how many times Funimation has released DBZ(original), there still hasn't been a release of the TV series that I felt 100% satisfied with. The Level Sets for Blu-ray came the closest though.

With Dragonball, I don't remember ever being disappointed by its releases. For GT, The Complete Series boxset is pretty close.

[Jim Purcell]

Anime Classics Serial Experiments lain Complete Collection turned up today from RightStuf. First thing I gotta say, I really like the 'Anime Classic' spine design, very clean and unobtrusive. Like the old Bandai 'Anime Legends' DVD sets. Definitely better then the garish SAVE design.

I popped it in to watch the first episode, mostly because I've never seen it before I was wanted see what all the fuss was about.

That sure was more then a bit surreal. Interested to see where it goes. Though I'm kind of glad its on 13 episodes if its going to be like this all the time.


From a technical standpoint, I noticed the banding (because I was looking for it), but I'll agree that the problem might have been a tad overstated.

Question, is this is an SD upconvert? Or was this cel animated? I feel like this was post-digital animation. But I didn't notice any significant aliasing on the lineart, which is generally a telltale sign of an upconvert (looking at you FLCL)

[Sinthetic]

I tell you Jim, you'll never forget Lain.

It's weird, creepy, confusing yet very gripping. Enjoy it!

[varmintx]

Originally Posted by Jim Purcell

Question, is this is an SD upconvert? Or was this cel animated? I feel like this was post-digital animation. But I didn't notice any significant aliasing on the lineart, which is generally a telltale sign of an upconvert (looking at you FLCL)

Pre-digital, cell animated. I recommend turning the brightness down on your display a few notches while you're watching it.

[joeriggsbee]

who here is excited about hellsing ultimate vol 9 and 10 finally being liscensed by funimation.

[rickah88]

Originally Posted by joeriggsbee

who here is excited about hellsing ultimate vol 9 and 10 finally being liscensed by funimation.

You can add my name to that list.

[alvarez468]

Sentai got the rights to kon season 1
http://sentaifilmworks.tumblr.com/po...-k-on-season-1

[varmintx]

Originally Posted by alvarez468

Sentai got the rights to kon season 1
http://sentaifilmworks.tumblr.com/po...-k-on-season-1

A little late to the party aren't they? I don't know, I suppose if they release it with lossless audio and I can unload my Bandai discs for a good amount, I'd buy it.

[EnigmaticWarrior]

Credit goes to WTK:

Originally Posted by WTK

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE



SECTION23 FILMS ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER SLATE

FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA
Available September 2nd


HOUSTON, May 20, 2014 – Home video distributor Section23 Films today announced its September slate of releases; including Sentai Filmworks newest acquisition: FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA which will be released on both DVD and Blu-ray.


Product details follow, in order of release

Coming September 2014


Title: FATE/KALEID LINER PRISMA ILLYA
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 250 min.
Street Date: 9/2/2014
Format: DVD, BD
Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $59.98, $69.98

SYNOPSIS: Illyasviel von Einzbern's normal life is suddenly halted by the Kaleidostick Ruby, a magical wand on the run from her former master, who instantly decides that little Illya has all the right stuff to become the next great magical girl. However, Ruby's previous owner Rin Tohsaka isn't exactly thrilled to be de-wanded, especially since she's just accepted an assignment to collect the seven legendary Class Cards. It seems the only solution is for Illya to take up the task and learn the ropes under Rin's supervision. Meanwhile, a girl named Miyu has been chosen by the Kaleidostick Sapphire as HER new master, much to the irritation of Sapphire's previous master, Rin's arch rival Luviagelita Edelfelt! Exactly what kind of plan are the wands conjuring up? Find out as the Fate/stay night universe "kaleids" with a healthy dose of magical girl mayhem in Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya!


Title: STELLA WOMEN'S ACADEMY
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 325 min.
Street Date: 9/2/2014
Format: DVD
Language: Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $49.98

SYNOPSIS: When Yura Yamato's roommate Sonora asks her to join her club, it quickly becomes clear that the girls of Stella Women's Academy are VERY different. It turns out that she belongs to a club known as C3 (which stands for Command, Control and Communications) who's main after school activity is playing survival games! It's not a typical teenage girl pastime, but Sonora and her trigger happy friends are seriously into it. The question that puts her in the crosshairs of a dilemma is if she has what it takes to join up, stand up, and deliver in the face of friendly fire. Scope out the insanity as Yura pulls the trigger and throws everyone's battle plans into total disarray in Stella Women's Academy, High School Division Class C3!


Title: LISTEN TO ME, GIRLS. I AM YOUR FATHER! BLU-RAY
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 325 min.
Street Date: 9/9/2014
Format: BD
Language: Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $59.98

SYNOPSIS: When Yuta Segawa's sister and her husband disappear after a plane crash, it's up to him to raise her daughter and two stepdaughters. Yuta's world is forever changed and, having just started college himself, caring for three girls whose ages range from an innocent 3 to a world-wise 14 won't make it any easier. At least he can count on help from his friends, though how much help they'll be is debatable. It will be an educational experience for everyone, and Yuta's nieces may not be the only ones screaming "Uncle" when this nuclear family undergoes a total meltdown in Listen to Me, Girls. I Am Your Father!


Title: TAMAKO MARKET
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 300 min.
Street Date: 9/9/2014
Format: DVD
Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $59.98

SYNOPSIS: Tamako knows just about everything there is to know about mochi, the traditional Japanese desert treats. When she's not attending her first year of high school, she even invents new flavors and varieties for Tama-ya, her family's mochi shop. School and growing up, on the other hand, are things that she's still trying to find the right recipe for. But with the help of her best friends Kanna and Midori, Tamako's determined to make the best of things. It's complicated though, especially when it comes to emotions and her relationship with her best BOY friend Mochizo, whose family runs a rival mochi shop. And lately, Kanna's been feeling a little odd about her feelings towards Tamako as well. And what's with up with that strange bird fluttering around, the one that speaks fluent Japanese? It's all very mysterious and overwhelming, but at least Tamako always has one thing she can count on: No matter if your day's been good or bad, there's certain to be something sugary and delicious waiting at the end of every adventure whenever you take a walk through TAMAKO MARKET!


Title: MAJESTIC PRINCE COLLECTION 2
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 300 min.
Street Date: 9/16/2014
Format: DVD, BD
Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $59.98, $69.98

SYNOPSIS: For the members of Team Rabbits and Team Doberman, each new sortie becomes increasingly dangerous. As the fight against the Wulgaru continues, it's harder to determine what the real objectives of Team Rabbits are, and the arrival of a new addition to team's lineup only further confuses things. The unwritten rules of mecha combat teams seem to require that there's always at least one mysterious loner in the group, but the enigmas and conundrums surrounding Ange Kuroki are so extreme that even the new pilot's gender is a riddle! As the pieces of the puzzle come together and the layers of the riddle slowly peel back, it becomes apparent that everything Izuru, Asagi, Kei, Tamaki and Suruga have encountered are interconnected to a greater extent than they ever imagined. Deadly reversals and shocking revelations await in the second stunning collection of Majestic Prince!


Title: K-ON! SEASON 1
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 350 min.
Street Date: 9/23/2014
Format: DVD
Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $49.98

SYNOPSIS: Rock n’ Roll may never die, but the Sakuragoaka Girl's High School Light Music Club might not be here to stay unless would-be drummer Ritsu Tainaka can find three more members to replace the graduated seniors. Determined to see that the beat goes on, Ritsu can get a little help from her friend Mio Akiyama on bass, and together they might be able to convince choir-inclined Tsumugi Kotobuki to join on the keyboards. But even then, they’ll still need a hero, preferably of the juke-box variety with stars in her eyes. Instead they find Yui Hirasawa, who’s looking for a club to join and who’s never held a guitar in her life. But when Yui does pick up a beat-up six-string, it feels good in her hands, and it doesn’t take long to understand that maybe she’s finally found a place where she belongs. Because you can’t stop the music when four girls share a dream, even if it’s something as crazy as someday playing at the famous Budokan. It’s going to be a long and winding road, but if they find their passion and follow their muse, they could go anywhere in K-ON!



Title: KAMPFER BLU-RAY
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 350 min.
Street Date: 9/23/2014
Format: BD
Language: Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $59.98

SYNOPSIS: Natsuru used to dream of being a lady killer. Instead, he got turned into a Kämpfer - a lady who's supposed to fight and kill other girls in mortal combat! That would cause enough problems all on its own, but it turns out that his best childhood friend swings the other way and she has a crush on her new body. Not to mention that his school has separate sections for boys and girls, and now he's enrolled in BOTH of them. And the rumor-mill has it that he's dating herself. Then there are those other pesky Kämpfers who want to "take her out". He's just not sure which ones mean "on a date" and which ones mean "permanently"! And things get even trickier when Natsuru allows himself to be convinced that it's a good idea to move in with three other Kämpfers for their "mutual defense". Getting in touch with your feminine side's a full-contact, no-holds-barred, Amazon action-fest as Natsuru must become a full-fledged wonder woman or die trying in Kämpfer the Complete Collection! Includes the 2-Episode OVA Kämpfer ~ Für die Liebe


Title: GOLDEN TIME COLLECTION 1
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 300 min.
Street Date: 9/30/2014
Format: DVD, BD
Language: Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $49.98, $59.98

SYNOPSIS: Tada Banri is beginning anew in the busy streets of Tokyo as a freshman student at a private law school, away from the troubles of his former life. While managing to get lost on his very first day of class, he finds himself befriending fellow law student Mitsuo on the way. Things get a little more interesting when a stylishly well-dressed beauty suddenly appears, only for her to slap Mitsuo across the face with a bouquet of roses! The mystery girl is Mitsuo's childhood friend and self-appointed future bride Kaga Koko. It seems that more problems are on the horizon for Banri and his new friends with a troubling secret that will change them forever. What kind of new life has Banri stepped into and will he be able to survive the trials ahead of him? Join this group of friends as they attempt to discover themselves while juggling love, life, and a little drama in Golden Time!



Title: PSYCHIC DETECTIVE YAKUMO BLU-RAY
Published by: Sentai Filmworks
Distributed by: Section23 Films
Run Time: 325 min.
Street Date: 9/30/2014
Format: BD
Language: Japanese with English Subtitles
SRP: $59.98

SYNOPSIS: Haruka Ozawa's sophomore year is getting seriously scary. One of her friends is possessed, another has committed suicide and Haruka could be next. She has a real talent for digging up secrets, but some killers won't hesitate to kill again to keep those same secrets safely buried. So, how does Haruka get out of this potentially lethal dead end? She'll have to convince Yakumo Saito, an enigmatic student born with a mysterious red eye that allows him to see and communicate with the dead, to team up with her. Will Haruka be able to solve the ultimate in dead case files with Yakumo's help? Or will they end up in cold storage themselves? They may just have a ghost of a chance in PSYCHIC DETECTIVE YAKUMO!




About Section23 Films:
Section23 Films provides home video marketing and distribution services for a variety of companies, including Sentai Filmworks, Switchblade Pictures, Maiden Japan, Kraken Releasing and AEsir Holdings. With its special focus on genre entertainment, Section23 Films distributes some of the very best anime, martial arts, and horror titles on the market today.

[varmintx]

Well, since it's DVD-only, I guess I won't have to worry about it.

[Sinthetic]

Disappointed about Tamako. Still, not going to be buying any Sentai (apart from Aku no Hana) until Xmas.

[alvarez468]

Originally Posted by varmintx

Well, since it's DVD-only, I guess I won't have to worry about it.

The 2nd season and the movie were both blu-ray, that's weird this isn't. Aaah the complicated world of the anime industry lol.

I hate tamako market is also dvd only.

[MOONPHASE]

Looks like I get to keep the Bandai Blu-rays for awhile longer.

As for the other titles I am interested in, some of them are DVD-only too. But Kampfer, Fate, Golden Time, Listen to Me, Girls. I Am Your Father! and Yakumo on Blu-ray is quite nice though.

[K i r a]

Originally Posted by Sinthetic

Disappointed about Tamako. Still, not going to be buying any Sentai (apart from Aku no Hana) until Xmas.

This. That's when I'll drop a few hundred bucks on everything I was interested in throughout the year.

[SeaFox]

Not going to be buying any more Sentai until they change their subtitle typesetting.

[Ingraman]

Originally Posted by alvarez468

The 2nd season and the movie were both blu-ray, that's weird this isn't. Aaah the complicated world of the anime industry lol.

K-On! recently got an English-subtitled Blu-ray box in Japan. That's probably a contributing factor to this upcoming ADV release being DVD-only. We'll have to see what happens.

[Jim Purcell]

Originally Posted by SeaFox

Not going to be buying any more Sentai until they change their subtitle typesetting.

Isn't it blocky and yellow? I prefer that to small and white like Funi usually does.

[rogueleader17]

Well time to sell my kampfer dvds, Its only a matter of time before the release the k-on season 1 on bluray.

[Naiera]

Originally Posted by Jim Purcell

Isn't it blocky and yellow? I prefer that to small and white like Funi usually does.

I would lie down without my glasses on and watch stuff when I was on my 42" Pioneer. Can't say I was a fan of those tiny FUNi subs. It's not a problem at all now, of course.