LDMS and ADV Films January and February 2009 DVD line up

Date: 2008 December 17 16:46

Posted by Joe

The good folks from LDMS, in partnership with ADV Films, have sent us the DVD release details for their January and February 2009.

They've got the following lined up:

Area 88: Complete Collection - 26th January 2009
Get Backers, Season 1: Complete Collection- 26th January 2009

Angelic Layer: Complete Collection - 9th February 2009

Aquarian Age: Complete Collection - 23rd February 2009
Pretear: Complete Collection - 23rd February 2009

The selection of boxsets offers great value for money.

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Press release as follows:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AREA 88 COMPLETE COLLECTION RELEASED!

4-DISC AERIAL ACTIONER FINALLY COLLECTED TOGETHER, OUT 26TH JANUARY 2009

LONDON, UK, 17th DECEMBER 2008

LDMS, in partnership with ADV Films, is pleased to announce the Area 88: Complete Collection, anime’s answer to Top Gun, which will hit store shelves 26th January 2009.

Part of the 2006 NFT Anime Season, and a big hit with those who experienced the full digital widescreen crispness of the show in a cinema, Area 88 is based on the classic manga by Kaoru Shintani with a screenplay by Hiroshi Onogi (RahXephon, Macross Zero). It tells the story of Shin Kazama, an ace pilot on the verge of a comfortable life with a commercial airline. Tricked into joining a motley crew of mercenary fighter pilots, Shin’s only way out is to complete the three-year term or pay $1.5 million to break the contract.

What the Press Said:
"The animated version of Top Gun"
Anime News Network

"Superb animation and some truly spectacular aerial sequences." Film Threat

"An enjoyable ride with some great action."
AnimeonDVD.com

"Highly recommended. 4/5"
Eyeonanime.co.uk

"A modern update replete with all the thrills and spills modern animation techniques can supply."
Impact

The Story:
Welcome to Area 88, a desolate outpost in the sun-blasted desert where mercenary fighter pilots risk their lives in service to the Kingdom of Aslan. Any skilled pilot will do - no questions asked. They literally kill for cash as they fight for the government of a country torn apart by a bloody civil war. Shin Kazama, the only Japanese pilot on the base, is different from the rest. He may be the only pilot capable of earning enough money to buy out his contract... if he lives long enough. But Shin fights only to return to Japan, to a life and a love that was stolen from him in a cruel act of betrayal. Stunningly realistic animation and sound transport you into the soul of Area 88 where you can almost feel the jet wash on the desert wind. Once you're in, there's no going back. This is Area 88. In the desert the souls of men are either consumed by the fire or reborn from the ashes.

Area 88: Complete Collection (RRP £24.99) is a DVD-only release of episodes 1 to 12 presented in 16:9 anamorphic widescreen, with both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 audio with English subtitles, spread across four discs. Extras include 60+ mins PER DISC of interviews with cast and crew aircraft specs; production sketches, character bios; clean opening & closing animations, and ADV previews.

Area 88: Complete Collection
Running Time: 300 mins
Street Date: 26/01/09 Format: DVD
BBFC Classification: 15
Cat#: DAET100
RRP: £24.99



GET BACKERS SEASON 1 COMPLETE COLLECTION RELEASED!

5-DISC BUDDY ACTIONER FINALLY COLLECTED TOGETHER, OUT 26TH JANUARY 2009

LONDON, UK, 17th DECEMBER 2008

LDMS, in partnership with ADV Films, is pleased to announce the Get Backers, Season 1: Complete Collection, which will hit store shelves 26th January 2009. Ginji and Ban, two continually broke guys who seem to always be down on their luck, have made it their calling to retrieve items that have been stolen or lost.... for a price of course. Though they appear to be a normal duo, Ginji and Ban both have powers that allow them to take on impressive enemies. They'll dodge bullets, defeat supernatural enemies, even risk their own deaths; whatever it takes.

The Get Backers volumes are based on the hit manga by Rando Ayamine and Yuya Aoki as seen in Weekly Shonen Magazine (Japanese), and now available in UK stores. Studio Deen, who has brought fans popular series such as King of Bandit Jing and Cowboy Bebop, animated the high stakes action scenes.

What the Press Said:
"A remarkably amusing and witty action comedy."
Otakunews.com

"A consistently enthralling very pleasing series."
Eyeonanime.co.uk

The Story:
Everyone knows the feeling. You come home and find your home broken into. Your possessions thrown around. Dresser drawers ransacked. Everything you own has the unmistakable feel of a stranger's fingers on them. The only thing worse than that is what isn't there: the things that once belonged to you that have been taken by creeps. But now is not the time to despair. There's no time for anger. There's only time to call Ban and Ginji, the Get Backers! No one will be refused - at least not until that huge bar tab they've run up gets paid off! These guys will restore order where there is only chaos and justice where crime has run free. They are the dudes who will bring that cute stuffed animal back to its rightful owner. They're the Get Backers, and they're only one phone call away and ready to take your case! Contains the entire first season (episodes 1-25).

Get Backers, Season 1: Complete Collection (RRP £39.99) is a DVD-only release of episodes 1 to 25 presented in 16:9 anamorphic widescreen, with both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 audio with English subtitles, spread across five discs. Extras include: commentaries; Behind The Scenes interviews; clean opening & closing animations, and ADV previews.

Get Backers, Season 1: Complete Collection
Running Time: 625 mins
Street Date: 26/01/09
Format: DVD
BBFC Classification: 12
Cat#: DGBK100
RRP: £39.99



ANGELIC LAYER COMPLETE COLLECTION RELEASED!

7-DISC CLAMP CLASSIC FINALLY COLLECTED TOGETHER, OUT 9TH FEBRUARY 2009

LONDON, UK, 17th DECEMBER 2008

LDMS, in partnership with ADV Films, is pleased to announce the Angelic Layer: Complete Collection, which will hit store shelves 9th February 2009.

With its offbeat combination of mind-controlled robots and junior high school tragicomedy, Angelic Layer was an instant success on its 2001 Japanese release. Much of Angelic Layer’s hit status can be attributed to its production team. Based on a manga from the all-female studio CLAMP (Chobits, Rayearth, Tokyo Babylon, X), Angelic Layer was animated by BONES, the animators of the highly acclaimed RahXephon and Wolf’s Rain.

What the Press Said:
"A perfect mix of action, adventure and
characterization" Animezone.co.uk

"Plenty of action and comedy to satisfy"
DVDTimes.co.uk

The Story:
The moment small town girl Misaki Suzuhara arrives in Tokyo, she is thrust into the excitement of Angelic Layer - a high-tech, fast-paced game where dolls called Angels are controlled by the thoughts of their operators.

Twelve-year-old Misaki, a middle school freshman now living with her aunt, quickly makes friends with others who are as interested in Angelic Layer as she is. Misaki builds her own Angel, Hikaru, and begins competing in battles where will and determination count for far more than size and strength.

From the hit manga by CLAMP. This set contains the entire series with all extras across seven discs.

Angelic Layer: Complete Collection (RRP £39.99) is a DVD-only release of episodes 1 to 26 with both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 audio with English subtitles, spread across seven discs. Extras include: English VA & Director commentaries; production artwork; clean opening & closing animations, and ADV previews.

Angelic Layer: Complete Collection
Running Time: 650 mins
Street Date: 09/02/09
Format: DVD
BBFC Classification: PG
Cat#: DAL100
RRP: £49.99



AQUARIAN AGE COMPLETE COLLECTION RELEASED!

3-DISC J-POP FANTASY FINALLY COLLECTED TOGETHER, OUT 23RD FEBRUARY 2009

LONDON, UK, 17th DECEMBER 2008

LDMS, in partnership with ADV Films, is pleased to announce the Aquarian Age: Complete Collection, which will hit store shelves 23rd February 2009. Adapted from a popular Japanese trading card game, Aquarian Age’s original storyline was undertaken by Broccoli (Di Gi Charat). The series was produced by Madhouse Studios (Sakura Wars, Chobits) and presented by Victor Entertainment, Inc., (Bubblegum Crisis: Tokyo 2040, RahXephon: The Movie) with music composed by Yuki Kajiura (Noir, MADLAX). The mystical series follows the story of a young man who is unwittingly dragged into a cosmic war that has been building for centuries.

What the Press Said:
"Aquarian Age: Sign For Evolution is one of those rarities that's low in fandom, yet high in quality. Those who want good storytelling and a likeable, well-developed core of characters will find it right here."
Anime News Network

"This is good stuff."
AnimeonDVD.com

"With a great soundtrack, gorgeous animation, and an engaging story that transcends its card-game roots, it is definitely worth checking out, especially for fans of psychological drama who don't mind a little fighting-girl action and supernatural intrigue thrown in for good measure."
DVD Verdict

The Story:
Kyota and his pals Shingo and Junichi dream of becoming pop idols. At a New Year's show they get their lucky break when a Cosmopop agent discovers the trio and offers to manage their debut. Then things take a turn for the weird when Kyota begins having visions of magical girls battling one another in the air - only he's not dreaming! For centuries, five supernatural factions have waged war for supremacy over mankind with legend prophesizing that one day the Aquarian Age will begin and one group will reign supreme.

Now Kyota's dreams must take a backseat to his destiny as he may hold the power to turn the tides of war in favor of whichever faction can control him.

Aquarian Age: Complete Collection (RRP £19.99) is a DVD-only release of episodes 1 to 13 with both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 audio with English subtitles, spread across three discs. Extras include: "Behind The Anime" segments; Japanese trailers & promo spots; production artwork; clean opening & closing animations, and ADV previews.

Aquarian Age: Complete Collection
Running Time: 325 mins
Street Date: 23/02/09
Format: DVD
BBFC Classification: PG
Cat#: DAQ100
RRP: £19.99


PRETEAR COMPLETE COLLECTION RELEASED!

4-DISC FANTASY EPIC FINALLY COLLECTED TOGETHER, OUT 23RD FEBRUARY 2009

LONDON, UK, 17th DECEMBER 2008

LDMS, in partnership with ADV Films, is pleased to announce the Pretear: Complete Collection, which will hit store shelves 23rd February 2009. Created by Kaori Naruse and noted anime fantasy creator Junichi Sato (director of the first series of Sailor Moon and creator of Kaleido Star), Pretear, a mahou shoujo series, combines elements of the fairy tales Cinderella (new stepmother and evil stepsisters) and Snow White (seven knights instead of seven dwarves). On its 2001 Japanese release, the title was lauded for its intense animation, in-depth characterizations, exciting battle scenes, and its beautiful soundtrack. The opening song "White Destiny" is sung by Japanese singing sensation Yoko Ishida.

What the Press Said:
"Four DVDs, 13 episodes, just isn't enough of this beautiful anime... amazing and beautiful ... it truly stands alone, a shining star in the genre."
Sequential Tart

"A heartbreaking and beautiful end to what turned out to be a fascinating series. You will be happy with Pretear."
AnimeonDVD.com

"A refreshing change of pace... a more intelligent brand of mahou shoujo (magical girl) show".
DVD Times

The Story:
From the director of Sailor Moon comes a new spin on old legends! When the Princess of Disaster escapes from Leafenia, sixteen-year-old Himeno Awayuki finds herself at the center of a titanic struggle. The Princess wants to destroy the world. The Leafe Knights are sworn to protect it. And Himeno may be the Pretear, the person who can transform into a magical super heroine and defeat the Princess of Disaster. But Himeno may not want the job! Her relationship with her stepmother and stepsisters is a mess. And the handsome knight Hayate is making Himeno nervous! What’s a girl to do?

Pretear: Complete Collection (RRP £24.99) is a DVD-only release of episodes 1 to 13 with both English 5.1 and Japanese 2.0 audio with English subtitles, spread across four discs. Extras include: "Behind The Anime" segments; Japanese trailers & promo spots; production artwork; clean opening & closing animations, and ADV previews.

Aquarian Age: Complete Collection
Running Time: 325 mins
Street Date: 23/02/09
Format: DVD
BBFC Classification: 12
Cat#: DPT100
RRP: £24.99


About LDMS:
Lace DVD is the biggest independent DVD publisher in the UK. Its sales arm, Lace Digital Media Sales (LDMS), looks after all DVD sales for Lace DVD and our third party clients, which now numbers over twenty labels. Now in its 10th year of trading, the independent publisher is about to launch the Lace Media Group, which offers creative, media, design, TV and live event services to the outside world.

LDMS Info and more HERE: http://www.lacedigitalmediasales.com/

About ADV Films:
ADV Films is the leading producer-distributor of Japanese animation ("anime") in the western hemisphere, with the firm’s holdings including such premier titles as Neon Genesis Evangelion, Samurai X, RahXephon, Hellsing, Full Metal Panic! and Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor. ADV Films also distributes select fine programming in other genres, including live-action science-fiction titles such as the legendary updated Gamera films.

Parent company, A.D. Vision, Inc., encompasses a multitude of complementary media divisions, spanning publishing, television, licensing and merchandising and continues to expand into new areas. Its Anime Network™ is America's first digital television network dedicated to bringing anime and anime-related programming to consumers nationwide via digital cable. A.D. Vision, Inc. maintains world headquarters in Houston, Texas, USA with additional offices in Tokyo and San Francisco.

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