Sailor Moon S TV Series – Heart Collection 1 (Geneon Signature Series) (1995)

Sailor Moon S TV Series - Heart Collection 1 (Geneon Signature Series)

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High school entrance exams are approaching, and Serena and her friends Amy, Raye, Lita, and Mina (Usagi, Ami, Rei, Makoto, and Minako in Japanese) need to study–especially Serena, whose grades have never been good. But Serena is easily distracted. When Haruka appears on the scene, she and the other Scouts immediately fall for him–only to discover “he” is a girl who often dresses as a boy. Haruka is almost always seen with Michiru, but there’s nothing to the relationship. Serena is also busy leading the Sailor Scouts into the battle. The evil Professor Tomoe and his assistant Kaorinite keep unleashing shape-shifting daimons to steal the crystalline hearts of the pure, which will enable them to rule the world. The Scouts and Tuxedo Moon need the help of Sailor Neptune and Sailor Uranus to defeat the evil doers. These powerful, aloof warriors are searching the world for three mysterious and potent talismans. The combined power of Sailor Moon and Tuxedo Moon produces the redoubtable weapon, the “Spiral Heart Moon Rod.” Many fans rank the Sailor Moon “S” season (the third), which comprises episodes 90 to 127, as the best in the series. More cynical viewers may notice that reused footage makes up about one-third of each episode. Edited versions of these episodes played on the Cartoon Network (and are available on VHS). These uncut episodes are rated 13 and older for violence and brief nudity. –Charles Solomon


Piano: The Melody of a Young Girl’s Heart, DVD Vol. 2: Confessions (2008)

Piano: The Melody of a Young Girl's Heart, DVD Vol. 2: Confessions

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Summer vacation is here, and that means it’s almost time for Yuuki’s birthday! Since it’s over summer break, her birthday is usually a nonevent. But this year, Yuuki has decided that things are going to be different: She’s going to confess her love to Takizawa! But will the handsome and popular third-year track star reject her? The very thought has Yuuki in turmoil. Her best friend, Miu, is doing all she can to support her, but watching Yuuki struggle only reminds Miu of how troubled her own heart is. Meanwhile, Mr. Shirakawa is frustrated at the lack of growth in Miu’s playing. Trying to inspire her, he nominates her to be his sole representative at the Spring Piano Recital. Not only that, but she’ll also be the only student who will have to compose and play her own original piece! If she refuses, Mr. Shirakawa won’t even have a single student participating. Should she play in the recital, even though her heart really isn’t in it? Contains episodes 4-7. DVD Features: Scene access, Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo audio for English and Japanese dialogue, English subtitles and English on-screen translations. PLUS: Reversible cover, character bios, line art gallery, Special Epilogue #2 by Miu s Japanese voice actress (Ayako Kawasumi), Visual Monologues 1 & 2, English production notes, an exclusive booklet containing Piano Side Story #2: Sunflower Etude and Piano Side Story #3: Freesia s Refrain and Right Stuf/Nozomi Entertainment trailers.


Sailor Moon S – Heart Collection I: TV Series, Vols. 1 & 2 (Uncut) (2000)

Sailor Moon S - Heart Collection I: TV Series, Vols. 1 & 2 (Uncut)

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High school entrance exams are approaching, and Serena and her friends Amy, Raye, Lita, and Mina (Usagi, Ami, Rei, Makoto, and Minako in Japanese) need to study–especially Serena, whose grades have never been good. But Serena is easily distracted. When Haruka appears on the scene, she and the other Scouts immediately fall for him–only to discover “he” is a girl who often dresses as a boy. Haruka is almost always seen with Michiru, but there’s nothing to the relationship. Serena is also busy leading the Sailor Scouts into the battle. The evil Professor Tomoe and his assistant Kaorinite keep unleashing shape-shifting daimons to steal the crystalline hearts of the pure, which will enable them to rule the world. The Scouts and Tuxedo Moon need the help of Sailor Neptune and Sailor Uranus to defeat the evil doers. These powerful, aloof warriors are searching the world for three mysterious and potent talismans. The combined power of Sailor Moon and Tuxedo Moon produces the redoubtable weapon, the “Spiral Heart Moon Rod.” Many fans rank the Sailor Moon “S” season (the third), which comprises episodes 90 to 127, as the best in the series. More cynical viewers may notice that reused footage makes up about one-third of each episode. Edited versions of these episodes played on the Cartoon Network (and are available on VHS). These uncut episodes are rated 13 and older for violence and brief nudity. –Charles Solomon



Additional Features

These uncut episodes keep their original titles: 1. Premonition of World’s End? Mysterious New Warriors! 2. The Rod of Love Is Born! Usagi’s New Transformation 3. A Beautiful Boy? The Secret of Haruka Tenoh 4. Usagi’s Idol! The Graceful Genius Michiru 5. Protect the Pure Heart! A Three-Way Battle 6. Leave It to the Moon for Love Aid 7. Cold- Hearted Uranus? Makato in Trouble.


Nendoroid: Penguin Girl Heart -Nankyoku Sakura PVC Figure

Nendoroid: Penguin Girl Heart -Nankyoku Sakura PVC Figure

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Sakura Nankyoku is a total otaku. Due to a fluke, she gets elected as her class’ Student Council President. Everything takes off from there into a series of crazy misadventures revolving around Sakura, her family, and her classmates. Material: PVC , ABS. Height approx 100mm.


Shinobi – Heart Under Blade (2005)

Shinobi - Heart Under Blade

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Equal parts Romeo and Juliet and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Shinobi offers breathtaking cinematography, appealing actors, and ninjas. What more could a movie fan ask for? Released in 2005, Shinobi is set in 17th century Japan, which is dominated by two powerful clans. Oboro is a member of the Iga clan, while her lover Gennosuke is the son of the leader of the Koga clan. Both groups are comprised of expert ninjas who have developed skills unknown to most mortals. When Oboro and Gennosuke meet, they are unaware that by their birthrights, they are meant to hate–not love–each other. When the nefarious Shogun–eager to increase his own power by doing away with both clans–announces that each faction will send in five ninjas to fight to the death, Oboro and Gennosuke are sent in to battle against each other for the honor of their clans. Filled with action (including some computer-generated images to enhance the actors’ warrior-like qualities) and romance, Shinobi has the makings of a sweeping epic. Though based on an anime series, the film succeeds as a stand-alone piece of work. Beautifully filmed and well-acted, the film is exciting and heartbreaking, and the viewer senses both hope and doom all the way through the finale. –Jae-Ha Kim



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“Masterpiece” – Toronto After Dark Film Festival

The year is 1614, Japan has been united under the Tokugawa Shoguns and the land is beginning to feel at peace. Two remote ninja clans, the Koga and the Igo, are ancient enemies but have long been bound by a peace agreement forbidding them to fight. The heirs to the leadership of both clans have fallen in love, but a tragic fate awaits them. A cruel plot is set by the Shogun to wipe these two clans from existence by breaking the peace agreement and forcing the two clans to battle. Five Ninjas of each the Koga and the Iga clans will battle eagainst each other to the death. As a great war begins, it brings the two young heirs together again. But this time as enemies.

Bonus Disc includes:

  • Shinobi Action – Sumpu Castle Fight
  • Director Storyboard Collection
  • Original TV Spots and Trailers
  • Shinobi Art – Manjidani
  • VFX Behind the Scenes
  • Weapons Introduction
  • “…Romeo and Juliet meets special effects, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon… soaring through the air..” “It’s gorgeous, absolutely heart-breakingly beautiful.” – Seattle International Film Festival


  • Japanese Fun: Broken Heart Pair Clover Phone Charm

    Japanese Fun: Broken Heart Pair Clover Phone Charm

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    What fun and better way to spread your luck in the name of love than with these cute clover phone charms? This phone charm set comes in a set of two, both in the shape of a broken heart. However, don’t fear! These broken hearts can be mend simply by putting them together. Both charms are made out of an acrylic plastic, and comes with a black strap made out of a fabric type string. They are great gift for a special friend, a significant other, or for simply, decoration on any cell phone, bags, and other portable electronic devices.

    Dimension & Measurement:
    Pendent – Approx. 1 inches Strap – Approx. 2 inches


    Whisper of the Heart (1995)

    Whisper of the Heart

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    Based on a manga by Aoi Hiiragi, the gentle coming-of-age story Whisper of the Heart (1995) was scripted and storyboarded by Hayao Miyazaki, and directed by the late Yoshifumi Kondo. Shizuku Tsukishima is an absent-minded, insecure junior high school student who reads book after book of fairy tales, helps her friends, and does most of her chores, but remains dissatisfied. When she encounters a wonderfully supercilious cat on the train, she follows him and meets Seiji Amasawa, a student in her class who hopes to become a violin maker. Seiji’s commitment to his dream helps Shizuku find her voice, literally and figuratively: she realizes she wants to become a writer. A statue of a cat in the antique store of Seiji’s kindly grandfather inspires her first story, “Whisper of the Heart.”

    Shizuku and Seiji exhibit believable strengths and flaws: their warm humanity contrasts markedly with the shabby superficiality of the characters in many American animated films. The lively performances of Brittany Snow and David Gallagher transcend the geographic limits of the story to make Shizuku and Seiji the kids the viewer wishes lived next door. Miyazaki’s script suggests that a sense of magic can exist, even in everyday Tokyo. Whisper of the Heart was the only film Yoshifumi Kondo directed before his untimely death at age 47, but its understated charm stands as a monument to his talent. (Rated G, suitable for ages 10 and older: tobacco use) –Charles Solomon



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    From the creators of the Academy Award(R)-winning SPIRITED AWAY (Best Animated Feature Film, 2002) comes a tale based on the screenplay from the legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki. During summer vacation, a schoolgirl named Shizuku, who longs to discover her true talents, observes an ordinary-looking cat riding by himself on the train. Intrigued, she decides to follow him. This chance encounter leads her to the mysterious Seiji, a boy who is determined to follow his dreams, and The Baron, a magical cat figurine who helps her listen to the whispers in her heart. Soon, Shizuku’s exciting adventures carry her far beyond the boundaries of her imagination. Featuring extraordinary storytelling, enchanting animation, and an all-star voice cast, this 2-disc set will inspire dreams and warm hearts of all ages. (c) 1995 Aoi Hiiragi/Shueisha ? Nibariki ? GNH