Launched in 2012, Kontravoid is the solo project of Cameron Findlay. Born in Canada and based now in LA, Findlay has perfected his own brand of dark pop that cruises freely through electronic music genres. With the release of the video for his latest single “Reckoning,” Findlay also showcased his love for anime. Tapping into his love of the works of Yoshiaki Kawajiri, the video provides a window into this overall influence anime has on his artistic endeavors. When an artist is so clear about their love of anime, naturally we have to talk to them! Keep reading to learn more about Findlay’s influences and see his top 10 favorite anime. Can you tell me a little about your anime journey? How it started and where you are now? Are there genres you gravitate toward? Findlay : I grew up in Toronto, and in the late ’90s/early 2000s there used...
- 4/13/2024
- by Alex Lebl
- Crunchyroll
Do you know what would make Disney+ so much better? Unedited versions of movies like Splash? No. Adding the missing Simpsons episodes? Nah. The answer is anime, namely Macross!
Yes, the legendary mecha series is coming to Disney’s streaming service! The news was posted on the series’ official website. Although a date for Macross‘s global launch hasn’t been announced, it appears it will happen this year.
Image Credit: Disney | Macross
“It has been decided that the ‘Macross’ series will be distributed in Japan and around the world in 2024 on the content brand ‘Star’ of Disney’s official video distribution service Disney+!“
However, American Disney+ subscribers will need to make some concessions. Not all of the eighteen Macross series will be available Stateside.
Two of the eighteen series will be locked down strictly for the Japanese audience:
“The Super Dimension Fortress Macross” (Limited distribution in Japan) “The Super...
Yes, the legendary mecha series is coming to Disney’s streaming service! The news was posted on the series’ official website. Although a date for Macross‘s global launch hasn’t been announced, it appears it will happen this year.
Image Credit: Disney | Macross
“It has been decided that the ‘Macross’ series will be distributed in Japan and around the world in 2024 on the content brand ‘Star’ of Disney’s official video distribution service Disney+!“
However, American Disney+ subscribers will need to make some concessions. Not all of the eighteen Macross series will be available Stateside.
Two of the eighteen series will be locked down strictly for the Japanese audience:
“The Super Dimension Fortress Macross” (Limited distribution in Japan) “The Super...
- 3/19/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
Video game publisher Red Art Games announced a North American and European releases for the MacRoss -Shooting Insight- shooting game set for later this year, as the Japanese version of the game is set to be released on March 14 for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch by Bushiroad Games. Further details on the Western release such as release dates, packaging and specifications for the standard and limited editions will be revealed at a later date. Red Art Games describes MacRoss -Shooting Insight- MacRoss Shooting Insight is an all-new MacRoss game, the latest entry in the landmark science fiction franchise! When multiple dimensional folds suddenly occur across space-time, pilots and songstresses alike find themselves inexplicably transported to the Battle 7! From there, six stories unfold with the fate of the galaxy at stake. Pilots, songstresses, and characters from five MacRoss series take center stage in a completely original story. Sources: Red Art...
- 3/14/2024
- by Humberto Saabedra
- Crunchyroll
With over 50+ films, Camera Japan Festival is proud to announce its full and diverse programme, combining films ranging from de newest and best Japanese arthouse, animation, documentaries, short films and classic cinema.
The 18th edition of the festival will be opened at Rotterdam based LantarenVenster on September 21st with a festive screening of Takahashi Masaya's European premiere of The Dry Spell. One day prior, the festival unofficially kicks off at Worm with a very special screening of Spaghetti Ramen. From 28 September – 1 October, the festival moves to Amsterdam's LAB111.
With three international and ten European premieres, the festival consists of a very special and exclusive film programme. Films such as Tsugaru Lacquer Girl, Firing the Lighter Gun and The Rest of Our Lives, will have their first screenings outside of Japan, here, at Camera Japan Festival.
As if the international premieres were not special enough, the festival is honored to welcome...
The 18th edition of the festival will be opened at Rotterdam based LantarenVenster on September 21st with a festive screening of Takahashi Masaya's European premiere of The Dry Spell. One day prior, the festival unofficially kicks off at Worm with a very special screening of Spaghetti Ramen. From 28 September – 1 October, the festival moves to Amsterdam's LAB111.
With three international and ten European premieres, the festival consists of a very special and exclusive film programme. Films such as Tsugaru Lacquer Girl, Firing the Lighter Gun and The Rest of Our Lives, will have their first screenings outside of Japan, here, at Camera Japan Festival.
As if the international premieres were not special enough, the festival is honored to welcome...
- 9/3/2023
- by Rouven Linnarz
- AsianMoviePulse
For a long time the Macross anime franchise couldn’t escape the shadow of Robotech, at least in America. Ever since Robotech utilized the first Macross series as part of its amalgamation of three shows in the ‘80s, it’s been difficult for Macross to make its own place in the United States. Due to complicated legal problems most of the franchise besides the original series wasn’t legally available in the U.S. for the past 20 years. This was a shame since the Macross franchise continued on from its original series with multiple sequels, films, manga, and more.
Now we’re finally getting it. After the agreement earlier this year between all parties involved with Macross and Robotech, the theatrical film Macross Plus is coming to US theaters on December 14th. The synopsis for the film, set in the same universe as the first Macross series, is below.
In...
Now we’re finally getting it. After the agreement earlier this year between all parties involved with Macross and Robotech, the theatrical film Macross Plus is coming to US theaters on December 14th. The synopsis for the film, set in the same universe as the first Macross series, is below.
In...
- 11/15/2021
- by Shamus Kelley
- Den of Geek
Since any New York City cinephile has a nearly suffocating wealth of theatrical options, we figured it’d be best to compile some of the more worthwhile repertory showings into one handy list. Displayed below are a few of the city’s most reliable theaters and links to screenings of their weekend offerings — films you’re not likely to see in a theater again anytime soon, and many of which are, also, on 35mm. If you have a chance to attend any of these, we’re of the mind that it’s time extremely well-spent.
Film Society of Lincoln Center
“Total Verhoeven” begins with the likes of RoboCop, Showgirls, and Turkish Delight.
Film Forum
Experience the best of an oft-maligned format with “3-D Auteurs,” showcasing contemporary and classic technological innovation.
Labyrinth will screen on Sunday morning.
Museum of Modern Art
“Tom Hanks: A Tribute” begins tonight, while “To Save...
Film Society of Lincoln Center
“Total Verhoeven” begins with the likes of RoboCop, Showgirls, and Turkish Delight.
Film Forum
Experience the best of an oft-maligned format with “3-D Auteurs,” showcasing contemporary and classic technological innovation.
Labyrinth will screen on Sunday morning.
Museum of Modern Art
“Tom Hanks: A Tribute” begins tonight, while “To Save...
- 11/11/2016
- by Nick Newman
- The Film Stage
Upcoming manga/anime-themed feature film Black Hat is currently in the fundraising stage, and among the cool incentives being offered is an opportunity to attend the premiere with one of the stars, Brooke Lewis herself!
We have some information on the project below; for more visit the official Black Hat fundraising campaign at Seed & Spark, "like" Black Hat on Facebook, and follow Black Hat on Twitter (@blackhatanime).
And be sure to head over and check out the sights at BrookeLewis.com as well. Oh, Ms. Vampy, how we love ya!
From the Press Release
The national fundraising campaign for Black Hat has launched to promote the passion of the anime, manga, and cosplay community with writer/director/actor Robbie Bryan (iMurders, The Stand-In). The launching pad is with Seed & Spark, a truly independent filmmaking community where filmmakers and audiences come together for crowd-funding, production, and streaming distribution.
The campaign coincides...
We have some information on the project below; for more visit the official Black Hat fundraising campaign at Seed & Spark, "like" Black Hat on Facebook, and follow Black Hat on Twitter (@blackhatanime).
And be sure to head over and check out the sights at BrookeLewis.com as well. Oh, Ms. Vampy, how we love ya!
From the Press Release
The national fundraising campaign for Black Hat has launched to promote the passion of the anime, manga, and cosplay community with writer/director/actor Robbie Bryan (iMurders, The Stand-In). The launching pad is with Seed & Spark, a truly independent filmmaking community where filmmakers and audiences come together for crowd-funding, production, and streaming distribution.
The campaign coincides...
- 1/14/2014
- by Scott Hallam
- DreadCentral.com
McM Expo/London Comic Con returns to ExCel London on 25th – 27th October. As well as hosting a galaxy of great sci-fi, movie, games, comics, anime and cosplay content, they’ve also got their usual huge line up of special guests – with more guests being added all the time! see www.mcmcomiccon.com for the latest London Comic Con news – but here’s a round-up of who’s been announced so far:
Red hot fantasy-noir show Lost Girl is coming to McM London Comic Com, with stars Ksenia Solo (Black Swan, Life Unexpected) and Rachel Skarsten (Transporter: The Series, Birds Of Prey) plus executive producer Jay Firestone (Andromeda, La Femme Nikita). Stars from hit sci-fi series Warehouse 13: Kelly Hu (Arrow, X-Men 2, The Vampire Diaries); Eddie McClintock (Bones, Desperate Housewives) and actor/director Saul Rubinek (Frasier, Curb Your Enthusiasm). The stars of new crime thriller By Any Means: Warren Brown (Luther,...
Red hot fantasy-noir show Lost Girl is coming to McM London Comic Com, with stars Ksenia Solo (Black Swan, Life Unexpected) and Rachel Skarsten (Transporter: The Series, Birds Of Prey) plus executive producer Jay Firestone (Andromeda, La Femme Nikita). Stars from hit sci-fi series Warehouse 13: Kelly Hu (Arrow, X-Men 2, The Vampire Diaries); Eddie McClintock (Bones, Desperate Housewives) and actor/director Saul Rubinek (Frasier, Curb Your Enthusiasm). The stars of new crime thriller By Any Means: Warren Brown (Luther,...
- 10/18/2013
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
The voice cast of the upcoming animated film from directors Lauren Montgomery (Green Lantern: Emerald Knights, Superman/Batman: Apocalypse) and Sam Liu, (All-Star Superman, Superman/Batman: Public Enemies) 'Batman: Year One' has been revealed. One thing that may come as a disappointment to many is that veteran voice actor, Kevin Conroy will not provide the voice for Batman as he has for years in the television shows, 'Batman: The Animated Series,' 'Batman Beyond,' and 'Justice League.' Conroy also did the voice of Batman for Liu's aforementioned animated feature, 'Superman/Batman: Public Enemies' and Montgomery's 'Superman/Batman: Apocalypse.'Suffice to say, it is a little shocking to hear that Conroy won't be the voice of Batman, but given that his tone is that of a hardened, older gentleman and 'Year One' tells the tale of a young Batman,...
- 4/20/2011
- LRMonline.com
Directed by: Mamoru Oshii
Written by: Kazunori Itō, Masamune Shirow
Cast: Atsuko Tanaka, Akio Ōtsuka, Tamio Ōki, Yutaka Nakano, Shigeru Chiba
Music: Kenji Kawai
A question posed throughout all of human history, one possibly more insightful and more relevant than the meaning of life, deals with that of humanity.
What makes a human being? Is it our body? Our intellect? Our consciousness? What makes man any different from a machine performing functions? Could a machine be more human than a human? The list goes on and on, and there’s still no definitive answer to the question - but it certainly gets us to think, doesn’t it? In 1995, an anime readdressed this question using cyborgs.
Science fiction often asks this question, as well as its other related issues, and much of this discussion began in the popularly writings of Isaac Asimov. Ghost in the Shell, produced by Production I.
Written by: Kazunori Itō, Masamune Shirow
Cast: Atsuko Tanaka, Akio Ōtsuka, Tamio Ōki, Yutaka Nakano, Shigeru Chiba
Music: Kenji Kawai
A question posed throughout all of human history, one possibly more insightful and more relevant than the meaning of life, deals with that of humanity.
What makes a human being? Is it our body? Our intellect? Our consciousness? What makes man any different from a machine performing functions? Could a machine be more human than a human? The list goes on and on, and there’s still no definitive answer to the question - but it certainly gets us to think, doesn’t it? In 1995, an anime readdressed this question using cyborgs.
Science fiction often asks this question, as well as its other related issues, and much of this discussion began in the popularly writings of Isaac Asimov. Ghost in the Shell, produced by Production I.
- 1/13/2011
- by Geek With Taste
- Planet Fury
Exactly what you've all been waiting for... Sort of. Warner Home Video has announced today that they will release Halo: Legends, a series of seven animated short films. It will hit DVD and Blu-ray on February 9, 2010. For your amusement, please see the official press release below: Go deeper into the Halo universe than ever before with Halo Legends, an all-new, CG and traditional anime PG-13 experience that presents enthralling new stories from one of the world’s most popular video game franchises. Produced by 343 Industries, a part of Microsoft Game Studios, the exciting tales-beyond-the-games will be distributed February 9, 2010 by Warner Home Video as a Special Edition 2-disc version on DVD and Blu-Ray for $29.98 (Srp) and $34.99 (Srp), respectively, as well as single disc DVD for $19.98 (Srp) due date for all versions is January 5, 2010. The chapters will also be available On Demand and Digital Download. Halo Legends is a seven-story anthology – told across eight spectacular episodes – that explores the...
- 11/5/2009
- by Neil Miller
- FilmSchoolRejects.com
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