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GATCHAMAN To Lead Off ADV All-Stars August 16th

HOUSTON, July 12, 2005 —ADV Films, the number one producer-distributor of anime in North America, is pleased to announce six exciting titles set to hit the streets on August 16: Gatchaman 3 & 4, the second Gatchaman Collection, Cromartie High School 4, Madlax 3, and Maburaho 3.

GATCHAMAN Volumes 3 & 4

Second Collection Contains Both Volumes Plus Extras Disk

ADV Films is proud to announce an August 16 release for the third and fourth volumes of Gatchaman as well as the second Gatchaman Collection, a box set containing both new volumes and a jam-packed with extras disk. Acclaimed comics illustrator Alex Ross provides the artwork for all eighteen volumes of the Gatchaman series, which is being released for the first time in North America in its entirety, uncut and unedited. ADV has recorded a brand new English dub and assembled loads of commentaries, documentary footage, archival material, and other extras for the classic series. This is the most deluxe anime event of the summer.

Gatchaman is the seminal 1970s anime series from Totsunoko Productions (Speed Racer, Robotech), which was recut for broadcast in the US as Battle of the Planets and later G-Force. In whatever form it appeared, Gatchaman introduced fans around the world to the wonders of Japanese animation. The cool character designs, over-the-top storylines, and complex team dynamic set Gatchaman apart from other shows – and set a standard that later programs emulated. It may well be the most influential anime series of all time. More information on the Gatchaman legacy can be found at ADV’s official website here!

ADV’s DVD series has proven to be a critical and commercial success. In awarding the first Gatchaman Collection a rare five-star rating, Anime Jump called it “truly top-notch – it's got good subtitles, a wonderfully accessible new dub, and a collector's package that even casual fans can afford and enjoy. This is one of the finest releases of the year, bar none.”

Series synopsis: In the 21st century, the evil organization Galactor has its sights set on global conquest. Their use of tyrannical terrorism and high-tech mayhem has the world in the clutches of fear! The only thing standing in the way of complete global dominance is the International Science Organization (ISO) and its chief scientist, Professor Kozaburou Nambu. Dr. Nambu’s primary weapon in the fight for freedom is his top secret experiment: the five kids who make up the Science Ninja Team. Bird, Go!

Gatchaman 3: Icebergs & Africa (SRP $14.98 DVD) is a DVD-only release including episodes 13-18 presented in both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 with English subtitles. Extras include a commentary track with voice actor Luci Christian (Jinpei) and “Gatchaman Karaoke,” plus clean closing animation and previews of upcoming ADV Films releases.

Gatchaman 4: Speed Racers & Neon Giants (SRP $14.98 DVD) includes episodes 19-24, also presented in both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 with English subtitles. Extras include a commentary track with Victor Carsrud (Ryu) and “Gatchaman Karaoke,” plus clean opening animation, clean closing animation, and previews of upcoming ADV Films releases.

Gatchaman Collection 2 (SRP $34.98 DVD) is a three-disk box set containing volumes three and four plus a disk full of extras. The Collection comes in a chipboard box with breathtaking art by Alex Ross, who provided an exclusive interview for the extras disk. Other goodies include an interview with Brian Jepson (Joe) and Joe the Condor audition footage, as well as a character profile and sketches of Joe. Other features include episode sketches, a Gatchaman Publishing Gallery, and a “What is Gatchaman?” feature. Rounding out this jam-packed extras disk is a video version of the Gatchaman manga, “The Freezing Iron Beast: Ice Creamer.”

DVD Product Details

Volume: 3 & 4 of 18
Running Time: 150 minutes each
Age Rating: TV PG (V)
CAT: DGTM/003

DGTM/004

DGTM/BX2 (Collectors Box)

UPC: 702727116827

702727116926

702727134722 (Collectors Box)
Pre-Book Date: 7/19/2005
Street Date: 8/16/2005
Format: DVD
SRP: $14.98

$34.98 (Collectors Box)

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