OFFICIAL Anime on Blu-ray (USA releases)

[jd213]

Originally Posted by MOONPHASE

I've heard that X'amd is either going to or already is on Blu-ray in Japan but I think you only get like 2 episodes per disc. Let's just wait for the American Sony Pictures to release like a season boxset.

Sony hasn't been releasing any anime boxsets in the US lately. They released the first DVD boxset of Blood+ like two years ago and have yet to release the second, so I wouldn't count on them releasing anime boxsets on Blu-ray anytime soon.

[EvilE981]

Originally Posted by kndy

Is your player set at bitstream or PCM? if at PCM, change to bitstream and see if you get the same results.

My blu player is set to bitstream. SO I guess mine is the crap version.

[kndy]

Originally Posted by EvilE981

My blu player is set to bitstream. SO I guess mine is the crap version.

Hope you still have your receipt. I noticed even the Blu-ray.com reviewer also reviewed a bad disc.

Originally Posted by MOONPHASE

This needs an American Blu-ray release

I may have missed it but did FUNimation release Higurashi on DVD already? I haven't kept up but that would be cool if it was released on BD.

[MOONPHASE]

Originally Posted by kndy

I may have missed it but did FUNimation release Higurashi on DVD already? I haven't kept up but that would be cool if it was released on BD.

Yes as a matter of fact they did(though it's just the original Geneon cases and artwork). But however I think the complete season 1 dvd boxset that's coming out soon though will actually will say that it's distributed by Funimation. They didn't change the discs like how they did when they brought Kanon(2006) volume 6 to finish off that series for the people who collected the single discs and just put in some Funimation trailers in it.

This reminds me someone needs to license season 2.

[MOONPHASE]

Originally Posted by jd213

Sony hasn't been releasing any anime boxsets in the US lately. They released the first DVD boxset of Blood+ like two years ago and have yet to release the second, so I wouldn't count on them releasing anime boxsets on Blu-ray anytime soon.

Well what Sony did was they released the whole part 1 boxset awhile back for Blood + which included the 1st 5 volumes I believe but also gave people a choice of single volumes as well but very slowly.

[EvilE981]

Originally Posted by kndy

Hope you still have your receipt. I noticed even the Blu-ray.com reviewer also reviewed a bad disc.

I tried that fax no. but it wouldnt go through. Guess ill just email them.



Id like to get the blood+ set Moonphase. I hear its bloody. Im waiting for a good price though. Not to mention i have SEVERAL series to keep my busy in the mean time. This series Vampire Knight caught my eye but rightstuff and amazon dont seem to have them. Anyone know any sites that will sell legit copies not bootlegs?

[MOONPHASE]

Originally Posted by EvilE981

I tried that fax no. but it wouldnt go through. Guess ill just email them.



Id like to get the blood+ set Moonphase. I hear its bloody. Im waiting for a good price though. Not to mention i have SEVERAL series to keep my busy in the mean time. This series Vampire Knight caught my eye but rightstuff and amazon dont seem to have them. Anyone know any sites that will sell legit copies not bootlegs?

I think Blood + set comes with a manga and i think maybe a t-shirt and that's why it's so much. I don't think Vampire Knight anime has even come to America.

[jd213]

Originally Posted by MOONPHASE

Well what Sony did was they released the whole part 1 boxset awhile back for Blood + which included the 1st 5 volumes I believe but also gave people a choice of single volumes as well but very slowly.

Vol 5 (the last disc of the Part 1 boxset) was supposed to come out in May, but in never did and probably never will.

[MOONPHASE]

Originally Posted by jd213

Vol 5 (the last disc of the Part 1 boxset) was supposed to come out in May, but in never did and probably never will.

Ah I was wondering about that because I knew there had to be some explanation on why there hasn't even been a mention of anything new for Blood + in quite awhile.

[kndy]

Originally Posted by jd213

Vol 5 (the last disc of the Part 1 boxset) was supposed to come out in May, but in never did and probably never will.

You're right...just checked to see if I had received any Blood+ press releases and the last was vol. 4. way back in January.

[kndy]

The Amazon Top 20 Blu-ray Disc Best Sellers (including pre-orders) in Japan are:

1. Keion! vol. 1 (first limited press)
2. Evangelion 1.11
3. Psalms of Planets Eureka Seven Box Set
4. Keion! vol. 2
5. Quantum of Solace
6. Keion! vol. 3
7. Keion! vol. 4
8. Keion! vol. 5
9. Keion! vol. 6
10. Keion! vol. 7
11. Gundam 00 Second Season vol. 6
12. Gundam 00 Second Season vol. 5
13. Red Cliff Part I & II
14. Red Cliff Part II
15. Mama Mia!
16. Psalms of Planets Eureka Seven Pocket ga Ninji de Ippai
17. Queen Sprite Vol. 2
18. Transformers Special Collector’s Edition
19. Darker than Black
20. To Aru Majutsu no Index Vol. 1

Note: Amazon ranking changes often

Oricon DVD Movie Weekly Ranking - June 29, 2009:

1. High School Musical – The Movie
2. Kamen Rider Kiva – King of the Castle in the Demon World Director’s Cut Edition
3. Transformers Special Collector’s Edition
4. Dark Knight
5. Watashi wa Kai ni Naritai Standard Edition
6. Che Double Pack
7. Street Kings Special Edition
8. Document of ROOKIES – Sotsugyo
9. Evil Eye Special Edition
10. D-WARS Deluxe Collector’s Edition

[EvilE981]

Does anyone have any images of how the Ghost Slayers Ayashi DVD Part 1 Limited Edition Artbox opens?

[MOONPHASE]

Originally Posted by EvilE981

Does anyone have any images of how the Ghost Slayers Ayashi DVD Part 1 Limited Edition Artbox opens?

kind of looks like it opens from the top

[EvilE981]

Originally Posted by MOONPHASE

kind of looks like it opens from the top

Thanks MOONPHASE that's what I was thinking. I was curious if anyone who owned it could verify or post a pic. Ive been looking on line for a pic of the contents and how it opens for hours last night and all i can find is the stock photo.

[P@t_Mtl]

I just ordered from Amazon.ca Cowboy Bebop Remix: Complete Collection (Anime Legends) it's 39.99$

I knoiw not BD releated but seem like a good price. I think the Amazon.com is even better?

[kndy]

Here are key schedules for FUNimation at this July 4th Weekend at Anime Expo in Los Angeles. Booth #301:

- Anime Expo will also be hosting screenings of several of the most popular series of the anime genre – include Blu-ray screenings! There will also be English dub premieres of “Gunslinger Girl Il Teatrino” and “Big Wind-up” that are not-to-miss events! Check your program guide or the FUNimation booth for a full list of titles and times!

- AX 2009 Guest of Honor Takashi Okazaki will be at the FUNimation booth for autographs for a limited time during the convention. Meet the creator of Afro Samurai on Friday, July 3 from 1:00 -2:00 pm.

- FUNimation’s world premiere of the English dubbed version of Hideaki Anno’s EVANGELION: 1.0 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE on Friday, July 3, in Live Programming Room 1 at 5:30 pm. ADR Director Mike McFarland and voice actor Brina Palencia (Rei Ayanami) will be on had to introduce the film and a post-screening Q&A session.

EVANGELION: 1.0 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE is the film sequel to the sci-fi animated series blockbuster “Neon Genesis Evangelion” (also written and directed by Hideaki Anno) which aired on Japanese television in the mid 1990’s.

Visit the FUNimation booth before the screening, starting at 3:30 pm, to get autographs from Mike and Brina or on Saturday, July 4, 2:30 - 4:00 pm

- AX is also the only place you can purchase early releases of FUNimation
DVD’s including the “Gungrave” box set and “Kaze No Stigma” Season 1 Part 1! Plus, don’t forget about exclusive gift with purchase items!

- Veteran voice actor Vic Mignogna (“Fullmetal Alchemist”, “Ouran High School Host Club”, and more) will also be signing at the FUNimation booth during an exclusive ticketed event. Only the first 100 people to come to the FUNimation booth after the hall opens on Saturday, July 4 and request a ticket will secure a spot in line for Vic’s autograph later that day at 4:30 pm.

[Kevtronn]

Originally Posted by kndy

Here are key schedules for FUNimation at this July 4th Weekend at Anime Expo in Los Angeles. Booth #301:

- Anime Expo will also be hosting screenings of several of the most popular series of the anime genre – include Blu-ray screenings! There will also be English dub premieres of “Gunslinger Girl Il Teatrino” and “Big Wind-up” that are not-to-miss events! Check your program guide or the FUNimation booth for a full list of titles and times!

- AX 2009 Guest of Honor Takashi Okazaki will be at the FUNimation booth for autographs for a limited time during the convention. Meet the creator of Afro Samurai on Friday, July 3 from 1:00 -2:00 pm.

- FUNimation’s world premiere of the English dubbed version of Hideaki Anno’s EVANGELION: 1.0 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE on Friday, July 3, in Live Programming Room 1 at 5:30 pm. ADR Director Mike McFarland and voice actor Brina Palencia (Rei Ayanami) will be on had to introduce the film and a post-screening Q&A session.

EVANGELION: 1.0 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE is the film sequel to the sci-fi animated series blockbuster “Neon Genesis Evangelion” (also written and directed by Hideaki Anno) which aired on Japanese television in the mid 1990’s.

Visit the FUNimation booth before the screening, starting at 3:30 pm, to get autographs from Mike and Brina or on Saturday, July 4, 2:30 - 4:00 pm

- AX is also the only place you can purchase early releases of FUNimation
DVD’s including the “Gungrave” box set and “Kaze No Stigma” Season 1 Part 1! Plus, don’t forget about exclusive gift with purchase items!

- Veteran voice actor Vic Mignogna (“Fullmetal Alchemist”, “Ouran High School Host Club”, and more) will also be signing at the FUNimation booth during an exclusive ticketed event. Only the first 100 people to come to the FUNimation booth after the hall opens on Saturday, July 4 and request a ticket will secure a spot in line for Vic’s autograph later that day at 4:30 pm.

Please post any new Anime Blu-rays!

As for Sony releasing X'amd Blu-ray Boxset, I still think we have a good chance, Sony has been good to us with Anime and if Sword of the Stranger Blu-ray does well I think it would be common sense to release more works from Studio Bones.

Also, I went ahead and opened my Royal Space Force: Wings of Honneamise Blu-ray and have to say I am sooooooooo happy I did, WOW!!!

more please...

[Mobe1969]

Wow, amazing an actual post about anime on blu ray. How novel.

Honnemaise - yes, better than any DVD, but I'm not too happy with the pillarboxing. At the premium prices I expect something better. But with anime on blu ray it is a case of beggars can't be choosers...

[kndy]

Origin: Spirit of the Past from FUNimation has been reviewed on blu-ray.com. I haven't received my copy yet, so can't comment.

We're awaiting for Blu-ray announcements this coming weekend from Anime Expo. So, we'll get a clearer idea if there will be a big push for anime on Blu and what plans the various companies have in terms of releases.

Oh...cool news from the LA Times, Miyazaki will be making his first appearance at SD Comic-Con.

[Kevtronn]

Originally Posted by kndy

Origin: Spirit of the Past from FUNimation has been reviewed on blu-ray.com. I haven't received my copy yet, so can't comment.

We're awaiting for Blu-ray announcements this coming weekend from Anime Expo. So, we'll get a clearer idea if there will be a big push for anime on Blu and what plans the various companies have in terms of releases.

Oh...cool news from the LA Times, Miyazaki will be making his first appearance at SD Comic-Con.

Watched the Origin Blu-ray Twice Already, Loved every second of it. Thought the review was a little hard on it but I guess most Anime fans would have rated it higher....

Will be at Wizards Comic-Con in Chicago (since I live in OH)