May 2009 Archives

ANIME EXPO® BLASTS OFF WITH ADDITIONAL POWER RANGERS TALENTS

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:42 PM
Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention to Host One of the Largest Power
Ranger Gathering and Panel to Date

Anaheim, California (May 20, 2009) --Anime Expo® 2009 will be the place to be
for all Power Ranger fans as they will host one of the largest Power Ranger
gathering and panel to date at the nation's largest anime and manga
convention held July 2-5, 2009. More information can be found on the website
http://anime-expo.org.
Additional Power Rangers and talents in attendance include:
·     Barbara Goodson-Empress Rita Repulsa-MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS
(Fri., Sat. and Sun.)
·     Nakia Burrise-Yellow Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: TURBO (Fri, Sat. and
Sun.)
·     Blake Foster-Blue Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: TURBO (Fri, Sat. and
Sun.)
·     Patricia Ja Lee-Pink Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: TURBO and POWER
RANGERS IN SPACE (Sat. and Sun.)
·     Dan Southworth-Quantum Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: TIME FORCE (Sat.
and Sun.)
·     Cerina Vincent-Yellow Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: LOST GALAXY (Thurs.
only)
·     Reggie Rolle-Green Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: LOST GALAXY (Thurs.
only)
·     Amy Rolle-Trakeena- POWER RANGERS: LOST GALAXY (Thursday only)
·     Brandon Jay McLaren-Red Power Ranger- POWER RANGERS: SPD (Thurs. only)
·     Monica May-Yellow Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: SPD (Thurs. only)
·     Chris Violette-Blue and Red Power Ranger-POWER RANGERS: SPD (Thurs.
only)

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ACTRESS JULIET LANDAU DISCUSSES VOICEOVER ROLE OF LABELLA IN GREEN LANTERN: FIRST FLIGHT,

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:40 PM
labella ball 3.jpgTHE NEXT DC UNIVERSE ANIMATED ORIGINAL FILM
COMING TO DVD JULY 28, 2009

Actress Juliet Landau, a fanboy favorite from her devious appearances on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, easily glides into the voice of sultry alien Labella in Green Lantern: First Flight, the next DC Universe animated original PG-13 movie coming to DVD on July 28, 2009.

Warner Premiere, DC Comics and Warner Bros. Animation are set to release the all-new Green Lantern: First Flight in a Blu-Ray™ Hi-Def edition, a special edition 2-disc DVD, and a single disc DVD. Warner Home Video will distribute the action-packed movie, which will also be available OnDemand and Pay-Per-View as well as available for download day and date, July 28, 2009.

Landau is best known for her portrayal of vampire Drusilla in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. She initially turned heads with standout performances in Tim Burton's Ed Wood and opposite Whoopi Goldberg in Theodore Rex; she has done oodles of voiceover work, including recurring roles on Justice League Unlimited and Ben 10: Alien Force; and she has three upcoming films in various stages of production.

Turning her attention behind the camera, Landau has received notable praise for her initial pair of directing gigs. She helmed Take Flight, a documentary centering on the creative process of actor/director Gary Oldman, which drew rave reviews at a recent advance screening. Her co-direction of the Godhead music video, Hero, is garnering widespread Internet acclaim. She also has been busy at the keyboard, co-writing the Drusilla story line for the Angel comic books as well as scripting It's Raining Cats and Cats, a short film in which she intends to play seven different roles.

Christopher Meloni provides the voice of Hal Jordan, the alter ego of the title character in Green Lantern: First Flight. Landau offers a Cajun-style vocal performance for Labella, a mistress of the seedier side of the universe in which the Green Lantern Corps patrol. Landau and Meloni have worked closely together in the past, starring as brother and sister in the 1999 award-winning independent film Carlo's Wake.

Fortunately for the masses, Landau carved a few minutes out of her busy schedule to chat about voiceover work, the development of her Green Lantern: First Flight character, and the ability to grow and create in the entertainment business. So sit back and enjoy an intriguing Q&A with Juliet Landau ...


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Awards to the most innovative products and brands of the year 2009: Several hundred international top decision makers arrived to be a part of the sixth Plus X Award Night in Cologne, Germany!

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:38 PM
It was the media and industry event of 2009. This year's award ceremony for the most innovative consumer electronics, electrical devices as well as for sports and lifestyle products far exceeded the expectations of its organizers: several hundred of the most important international top decision makers from industry, retail and media gathered on May 19th in the Congress Centre North of Koelnmesse to experience live the award ceremony presented by TV SPIELFILM for the world's largest technology, sports and lifestyle contest.
 
More than 260 products from 13 different industries were awarded - from the most innovative flat screens, the latest digital camera generation, multimedia cell phones that can be used for a variety of different applications, from the most environmentally friendly fully automated washing machines to especially functional sports clothing - and were awarded the Plus X Award seal for exceptional achievements in the categories Innovation, High Quality, Design, Ease of Use/Functionality, Ergonomics and Ecology.

"This year, the Plus X Award Night is being held for the third time in the Cologne exhibition center. This is not only yet another reason that shows just how comfortable the creative minds feel here in Cologne, but is also a good indication of how well the Plus X Award collaborates with Koelnmesse. Each time it has been held, the Award Night has been one of the most impressive events in the range of event programs we have to offer", said the Chief Executive Officer of the Koelnmesse Gerald Böse in his opening speech.
 
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Pinky and Perky to Star in CD Rom Game

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:37 PM
screengrab3.jpgPinky and Perky CD Rom game from Avanquest set for production

PPC Enterprises has revealed that phenomenally successful porcine pair Pinky and Perky are due to appear in their very own CD Rom game from Avanquest - one of the biggest publishers of computer games in the UK.

The Pinky and Perky Show has proved to be a huge smash hit since debuting on CBBC in November 2008. Ratings were so high that the show had a rapid transition onto BBC1 and the first series is now available on DVD, with repeats stripped across the BBC this spring/summer. The show is set to air on France 3 and ABC in Australia later this year, with sales also confirmed in the Nordics.

The pair have proved to be just as much of a hit in licensing terms - licensing agent PPCE has already signed up Martin Yaffe to produce a wide range of superb Pinky and Perky toys that are set to hit the market in autumn/winter 2009 - these include a Pinky and Perky megaphone, Pinky and Perky walkie-talkie headsets, a sing-a-long microphone, joke sets, inflatable chairs, and a remote controlled car.


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Media Alert: Thumb Wrestling Federation Launches Two New Seasons on iTunes

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:35 PM
New York - May 20, 2009 - The rough-and-tumble comedy series Thumb Wrestling Federation: TWF looks to continue dominating downloads by launching Seasons 1 and 2 on iTunes today.  The release of this new content builds on the rousing success of TWF's initial launch on iTunes last month, in addition to the show's ever-increasing popularity on Cartoon Network's Saturday Morning "Crush Zone" block.

Created and produced by Animation Collective, Thumb Wrestling Federation will be available in packages which include action-packed matches, backstage gags, and wrestler bios.  Episodes of TWF are also available for download on Xbox LIVE, and fans can continue the TWF experience online with exclusive games and activities at http://www.thumbwrestlingfederation.com.


About Thumb Wrestling Federation: TWF

The live-action, short-format comedy series is a thumb-sized view of a fictional sports league. With larger than life wrestling personalities, thumb on thumb contact, and two wacky commentators, TWF brings to life the battle between the Mighty Dexteras and the evil Sinistras, a classic good versus evil showdown between 56 original characters. The short-format segments include one-minute wrestler bios, 45-second gags, and three-and-a-half-minute thumb wrestling matches.

About Animation Collective

A leading independent creator of children's entertainment in the U.S., Animation Collective has original content in more than eighty countries and in over fifteen languages on platforms including television, broadband, wireless, books, games and consumer products. Proprietary productions include: Kappa Mikey, MTVN and Nickelodeon's first global acquisition for Nicktoons Network and Nickelodeon; Three Delivery for Nicktoons Network, YTV, Canal+ Family, Nickelodeon Australia, and the BBC; Thumb Wrestling Federation: TWF for Cartoon Network in the U.S., Asia, Australia and Spain, YTV and the BBC; and Ellen's Acres for Cartoon Network, TVO, Al Jazeera and ABC TV Australia. Work-for-hire productions include Speed Racer: The Next Generation for Nicktoons Network and Lionsgate Entertainment; Eloise in Africa (direct to video) for HandMade Films and The Incredible Crash Dummies for 4KidsTV. Animation Collective is the largest provider of original content for KOL, America Online's kids channel and Red, its teen channel. Larry Schwarz, the company's founder and CEO, is the creator and executive producer of all its original series.

Texas Rangers Open at Home With Keyframe's Content

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:34 PM
BROOKINGS, S.D. - May 19, 2009
      The Texas Rangers contracted Keyframe to produce creative content for their video displays, including four new Daktronics displays, in Rangers Ballpark in Arlington for the 2009 baseball season. Content was delivered and on display during the Rangers home opener on April 6th versus the Cleveland Indians.
      "We've worked with Keyframe in the past so it was a natural choice for us to work with them this year," said Chuck Morgan of the Texas Rangers. "They (Keyframe) have worked with many other ball clubs, have a good idea of what people like and know what it takes to produce for a major league game. They're easy to work with, understand what we need and turn it around quickly."
      Content provided came in the form of statistical layouts, crowd prompts, sponsor ads, a unique look for the outfield fence display, backgrounds, colors, fonts and text. All of which gelled together to form an overall home field appearance for the Rangers.
      Morgan spoke of the content produced by Keyframe: "It was outstanding. It changed the entire atmosphere of the ballpark. They included tons of information on our out-of-town board and outfield fence board that looks great."
      Work with the Rangers began in February with everything being completed in time for the home opener. Keyframe is still in the process of creating more content to enhance the home game experience at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.

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Teen Titans Star in Boomerang's Memorial Day Marathon

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:33 PM
Twelve Action-Driven Hours of Original Animated Series Hail Start of Summer on Monday, May 25, 12 p.m.-12a.m.



               Fighting for truth, justice and the last slice of pizza, the D.C. Comics Teen Titans are five super heroes who are living proof that you're never too young to save the planet.  Twenty-nine hand-selected episodes of the hit animated series will air uninterrupted over 12 hours on the commercial-free Boomerang network, Monday, May 25, starting at 12 noon and culminating at 12 a.m. (ET).  Teen Titans originally premiered on Cartoon Network in 2003 to great viewer and critical acclaim, making the series an instant classic for younger generations and a TV favorite for comic book fans of all ages.

Based on the long-running DC Comics series, Teen Titans features five teenage superheroes who each exhibit special powers.  The team is led by Robin, the acrobatic and daring group leader with a stocked utility belt and no fear.  Beast Boy, small in stature and quick with a joke, can shift into the form of any animal, from a tiger to a Tyrannosaurus Rex.  Starfire is new to Earth and naïve to its ways, but when it is time for a throw-down, she fights as hard as any of the others.  The spooky, deadpan Raven can control inanimate objects with her powerful mental abilities.  Hulking Cyborg is half-man, half-machine and the most powerful member of the team.

But Teen Titans is not all about superpowers and bad guys.  Like most teens, they love hanging out with their friends, playing video games and going to parties.  And also like most adolescents, they each are trying to find their place in the world and deal with their growing pains as best as they can.  

"A Teen Titans marathon is the perfect way to ring in the summer," Said Stacy Isenhower, senior vice president of programming and scheduling for Boomerang and Cartoon Network.  "Teen Titans shows us that we can be capable of great things while still having a little fun."

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WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS TEAMS UP WITH FAMED FASHION DESIGNER MARC ECKO ON CO-BRANDED LIMITED-EDITION COLLECTIONS FEATURING THE WORLD OF BATMAN

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:32 PM
BURBANK, Calif., - May 19, 2009 - Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP), on behalf of DC Comics, announced today that it has partnered with renowned global fashion designer Marc Ecko to introduce co-branded, limited-edition collections inspired by one of the most complex and intriguing characters in history, Batman, along with select members from his classic Rogues Gallery.  The new collections will feature a wide range of designs based on an array of some of the most vibrant--and villainous--characters in the DC Universe, including The Joker, Two-Face, Mr. Freeze, Catwoman, Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, Killer Croc, and others.
 
"Both the Marc Ecko and the DC Comics brands resonate with an expansive and loyal fan base made up in large part by today's youth culture," said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President, Domestic Licensing and Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. "Through this exclusive partnership, we are able to present trendsetting fashions to these fans at a level only Marc Ecko can attain."
 
Using fashion-forward graphics inspired by the dark edginess of the Caped Crusader, the new line will include a  range of limited-edition items such as hoodies, tees, woven shirts, headwear and watches all designed by Marc and his creative team.  The product lines will appeal to a diverse youth culture that is influenced by indie music, art, martial arts and skating.
 
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BRANDISSIMO! BANKS ON COMIC BOOK WORLD GROWTH WITH INCREASED STAKE IN URBANIACS.COM AND NAMES TRAFFIC MARKETPLACE EXCLUSIVE ADVERTISING NETWORK

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:30 PM
Urbaniacs Mayor DaMan Hails New Investment as Sign of Confidence for Future Growth
Invites Advertisers to Experience the Fun and Funky Side of Living with Sidekicks
            FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
 
ENCINO, Calif. - (May 19, 2009) - Banking on the continued growth of the web world's population and advertisers' increasing interest in reaching the ultra funky teen/tween residents of the burgeoning virtual world of Urbaniacs, Brandissimo! has increased its ownership stake in the online social community and game site. Additionally, Brandissimo! named Traffic Marketplace as the exclusive advertising network for the comic book world come-to-life.
 
Sparked by spectacular growth in the virtual game community since first partnering with Urbaniacs creators Josh Fisher and Barry Collier in 2007, Brandissimo! is increasing its ownership position by more than 50 percent. In the past two years, the unique, award-winning virtual world of Urbanaics has attracted more than 150,000 resident members and boasts over 250,000 game plays every month.
 
The agreement with Traffic Marketplace enables the online ad network to serve as the exclusive advertising network to sell advertising and sponsorship opportunities on Urbaniacs.com.
 
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"YU-GI-OH! 5D's"AND "CHAOTIC: M'ARRILLIAN INVASION" TO AIR ON CARTOON NETWORK BEGINNING IN JUNE

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:28 PM
NEW YORK (May 19, 2009) - 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: KDE), a global provider of children's entertainment, has reached agreement with Cartoon Network by which the popular cable network will air the "Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's" animated series and the 4Kids-produced "Chaotic: M'arrillian Invasion" starting next month (June 2009).  Cartoon Network will also air the third season of "Chaotic" scheduled to be delivered in the fall of 2009.
            "This is tremendous for 'Yu-Gi-Oh!' and 'Chaotic' fans across America," said Al Kahn, Chairman and CEO, 4Kids Entertainment, which produces "Chaotic" and the English language adaptation of "Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's.".  "We are pleased to partner with Cartoon Network to bring two of our most exciting properties to a broader audience."
Since its debut in October 2007, the Chaotic Trading Card Game has become one of the most popular titles in the category, breaking into the "Top Three" of best-selling trading card games in North America.  Its companion Website (www.chaoticgame.com) currently has more than 1.5 million registered users who have uploaded over 60 million cards for online play with fans the world over. TheCW4Kids five-hour Saturday morning broadcast block on The CW television network, is expected to continue airing the "Chaotic" series going forward.
            Premiering in 2001, Yu-Gi-Oh! has amassed an international following with over 18.1 billion trading cards sold in seven languages throughout 51 countries.  Approximately six million fans collect and play the Yu-Gi-Oh!  trading card game across the globe.
            Series descriptions follow:
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3D for operas, films, concerts Dimension 3 rolls out the red carpet!

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:27 PM
Sèvres, May 19, 2009 For the 3rd edition of Dimension 3, an event organized by Seine-Saint-Denis Avenir in collaboration with Avance Rapide Communication, especial priority will be given to national and international premieres.
A place for reflection on stereoscopic images, the International Forum on 3D Images also offers great entertainment This year, thanks to the giant steps made in 3D technologies, visitors will be able to witness incredible images and events. Some of the high-profile contents will be for professionals only, but members of the public won't be left aside!

An active Festival
Dimension 3 Festival, a unique European festival dedicated to 3D films, offers public screenings of a great variety of programs (feature films, documentaries, theme park films ). Based in Pantin's Ciné 104 venue (right next to central Paris) from June 2 to 4, the Festival will show films such as Bolt 3D, Bugs 3D, Monsters of the Abyss, The Nightmare Before Christmas (free admittance).
This is a great chance for viewers of all ages (5 and up) to explore the ocean's depths, to go on adventures with animated heroes, to see the Earth as it was 80 million years ago, or to visit a space station orbiting over 200 miles above out heads!

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Cookie Jar Entertainment Features Timeless Classics and New Favorites at Licensing Show 2009

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:26 PM
BURBANK, CA (May 19, 2009) - Cookie Jar Entertainment, a global leader in consumer products and entertainment, will showcase a wide range of properties at this year's Licensing Show. Girls' favorite Strawberry Shortcake, classic book-inspired Richard Scarry, comedic-adventure series Johnny Test, mom-targeted Mommy & Me and evergreen Caillou are among the Cookie Jar properties that will be featured.
 
As Strawberry Shortcake's global licensing agent, Cookie Jar Entertainment is building on the brand's retail success and enduring appeal with a new look and storyline, created by American Greetings Properties, and re-imagined for a whole new generation of girls. Cookie Jar is celebrating this new look by signing a host of new licensees. Children's Apparel Network has been named master apparel licensee with a clothing line set to debut this fall, featuring t-shirts, fashion apparel, daywear and active wear. Additional new licensees include Saramax (sleepwear), MTC (outerwear), Berkshire Fashions (outerwear and cold weather accessories), Added Extras (HBA products), Penguin (publishing), Dalmatian Press (coloring/activity books), ES Originals (bags) and In Zone Brands (beverages).
 
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CRUNCHYROLL AND NAMCO CYBERTAINMENT INC. GO CRANE CRAZY WITH NARUTO SHIPPUDEN

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:25 PM
Leading Online Anime Distributor and Major Amusement Game Operator Provide
Naruto Shippuden Plush Prizes

San Francisco, California (May 19, 2009) - Crunchyroll, the online world's
number one destination for Asian content, and NAMCO CYBERTAINMENT INC., one
of the largest amusement game operators in the U.S. and Caribbean, are
challenging you to use your ninja stealth skills to find the closest
amusement center with NARUTO SHIPPUDEN plushies Naruto by utilizing a
special online Store Locater. Visit the location and test your agility and
hand-eye coordination by playing a special crane game to win amazing NARUTO
SHIPPUDEN items beginning the 3rd week of May, 2009. More information can be
found at http://www.crunchyroll.com/naruto_store_locator
<http://www.crunchyroll.com/naruto_store_locator> .

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MTV Games, Harmonix and EA Announce "Rock Band® Track Pack™ Classic Rock" Available Now Nationwide

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:24 PM
Cambridge, MA - May 19, 2009 -- Harmonix, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks, (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), today announced the release of Rock Band® Track Pack™: Classic Rock.  The standalone software is available now at retail stores nationwide for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system and Wii™ system. The suggested retail price for Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock is $29.99.
 
Featuring an outstanding mix of favorite classic rock hits, Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock features 20-songs from mega artists such as The Who, Rush, Boston, Police Steve Miller Band, George Thorogood and more!
 
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock, like all Rock Band software, is compatible with all Rock Band instrument controllers, as well as most Guitar Hero® and other music instrument controllers.
 
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ACTIVISION AND BIZARRE CREATIONS TO REVOLUTIONIZE RACING GENRE WITH BLUR™

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:23 PM
Activision's Newest Brand Marries Intense Wheel-to-Wheel Racing Action with Spectacular Power-Ups and Real-World Cars and Locations

Santa Monica, CA - May 19, 2009 - Activision Publishing (Nasdaq: ATVI) is set to revolutionize the racing genre with the debut of Bizarre Creations' newest project, Blur™ -- the ultimate wheel-to-wheel racing action experience.

The game drops players into heart-pumping, electrified racing action with 20 cars on a track all targeting the finish line and battling each other as they trade paint and collect intense power-ups, including the ability to blast other cars out of the way with huge bursts of energy, boost their speed, and more.

While controlling photo realistic cars, gamers can use offensive and defensive attacks as they battle for the lead and careen through real-world track locations ranging from L.A. and San Francisco to the streets of Hackney, UK and the treacherous roads of Barcelona, Spain.

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NIRVANIX ADDS CHRIS RUSSELL AS VICE PRESIDENT OF ENGINEERING

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:22 PM
Technology executive with two decades of IT experience in the media industry to head development of the company's Storage Delivery Network

SAN DIEGO - May 19, 2009 - Nirvanix, the premier enterprise Cloud Storage service provider, today announced that it has hired Chris Russell, a longtime technology executive with extensive knowledge of IT in the motion picture and television industries, as its Vice President of Engineering. He reports directly to Nirvanix President and CEO Jim Zierick.

Russell has over two decades of executive hands-on technology experience at digital media and entertainment companies providing engineering and product development leadership for a wide range of software and service offerings. In his post of Vice President of Engineering at Nirvanix he will help continue Nirvanix's success in providing a secure, scalable and efficient service for enterprises looking to preserve valuable data offsite, optimize their storage tiers, or enable collaboration within asset management or software-as-a-service applications.

He comes to Nirvanix from NextEngine, where as Vice President of Technology, he led all engineering and go-to-market activities for the company that produces hardware and software for 3-D digital scanning.  Prior to NextEngine, he served as Chief Technology Officer and a General Manager of DivX Inc. where he helped analyze and direct the company's technology, business and corporate strategies.  There he led the development of all the company's products, including hardware and software for digital video encoding, playback, online movie storefronts, media management, community websites and digital rights management.  He was also part of the senior management team responsible for strategic planning, operations and corporate development.

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NOVEL ENTERTAINMENT APPOINTS STELLA PROJECTS AS HORRID HENRY'S AGENT

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:19 PM
Henry blowing raspberry.jpgOxford, 19 May 2009. Leading independent producer Novel Entertainment is further expanding the reach of its hit property Horrid Henry, appointing Stella Projects as licensing agent for the brand in Australia and New Zealand.
This appointment comes on the heels of a number of recent licensing and merchandising deals signed by Novel's licensing partner Copyright Promotions for Horrid Henry, including a master toy license deal with Re:creation and an apparel deal with Mothercare. Novel has also signed a DVD distribution deal for the second series of Horrid Henry with Abbey Home Media Group and other key partners include EMI as record licensee, Universal as music publisher and Asylum as electronic game partner.
Caroline Mickler, Consultant for Novel Entertainment who brokered the deal with Stella Projects says: "Horrid Henry's popularity continues to grow and we are excited to be working with Stella Projects to bring him to new audiences in Australia and New Zealand. Stella has a great reputation in these territories so we are looking forward to securing new partners for the property."


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CRUNCHYROLL STREAMS BRAND NEW MUNHWA BROADCASTING CORPORATION (MBC) KOREAN DRAMAS: MODERN HOUSEWIVES AND MY LIFE'S GOLDEN AGE

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:18 PM
Leading Online Anime Distributor Launches New Korean Drama Series

San Francisco, California (May 18, 2009) - Crunchyroll, the online world's
number one destination for Asian content, will complete its streaming
release of Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Korean drama titles with
MODERN HOUSEWIVES, FOXY LADY and MY LIFE'S GOLDEN AGE (episodes 29-58 of 58)
legally and for free to users.  More information can be found at
www.crunchyroll.com/drama?src=PR_mbc
<http://www.crunchyroll.com/drama?src=PR_mbc> .

These Korean drama titles are free for all users in the U.S., Canada and
U.S. provinces.

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ANIME EXPO® ANNOUNCES FAMED GUNDAM 00 AND FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST DIRECTOR, SEIJI MIZUSHIMA, AS AN OFFICIAL 2009 GUEST OF HONOR

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:16 PM
Famed Anime Director Returns to Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention

Anaheim, California (May 18, 2009) -- Highly revered anime director Mr. Seiji
Mizushima is announced as an official Anime Expo® 2009 Guest of Honor at the
nation's largest anime and manga convention held July 2-5, 2009 at the Los
Angeles Convention Center. More information can be found on the website
www.anime-expo.org <http://www.anime-expo.org> .

Mr. Mizushima returns to Anime Expo® this year!  A chance of a lifetime to
meet the famed director who is currently working on the theatrical version
of MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00 that is set for a 2010 release date.  Mr. Mizushima
has also worked on many amazing and recognizable titles such as APPLESEED:
EX MACHINA, DAI-GUARD, FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST, FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST: THE
MOVIE-CONQUEROR OF SHAMBALLA, GENERATOR GAWL, MADARA, MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00,
NEON GENESIS EVANGELION, OH! EDO ROCKET, SHAMAN KING, SAION: I WISH YOU WERE
HERE and many more!  Mr. Mizushima last attended Anime Expo® in 2006 in
Anaheim, California.

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FRANZ FERDINAND, GRATEFUL DEAD, THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND AMONG NEW ROCK TRACKS TO HIT THE Wii™ ROCK BAND® MUSIC STORE

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:15 PM
Cambridge, Mass. - May 18, 2009 - Harmonix and MTV Games today announced an onslaught of rock coming this week to the Rock Band® Music Store catalogue of downloadable content for Wii™ system, with 25 new tracks, including six songs from the eclectic and legendary Grateful Dead. This week's music update also includes songs from The Knack, Coheed & Cambria, the B-52s, Buzzcocks, The Runaways, T-Rex, At the Gates, Evile and The Haunted. Wii Rock Band 2 owners will also gain access to tracks recently released to other gaming consoles, including Franz Ferdinand, The Allman Brothers Band, The Distillers, Prong, Luscious Jackson and Alien Ant Farm.  

Wii fans can expect a rollout of previously released downloadable Rock Band content until the entire back catalogue of more than 670 songs is available.  

Release Date:        Tuesday, May 19, 2009    

** Dates for Rock Band game tracks are tentative and subject to change **

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D3PUBLISHER TO BRING CARTOON NETWORK'S HIT SERIES THE SECRET SATURDAYS TO VIDEO GAME SYSTEMS THIS FALL WITH THE SECRET SATURDAYS™: BEASTS OF THE 5TH SUN

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:11 PM
SecSat_DS_Cover_Hi-res.jpgLOS ANGELES - May 18, 2009 - D3Publisher announced today that it will bring Cartoon Network's hit orginal action-adventure television series THE SECRET SATURDAYS™ to video game systems for the first time this fall with THE SECRET SATURDAYS: BEASTS OF THE 5TH SUN for Wii™, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo DS™, and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system.  In THE SECRET SATURDAYS: BEASTS OF THE 5TH SUN, players take control of Zak Saturday and the rest of the Saturday family, a group of scientific explorers dedicated to discovering and protecting the secret artifacts and mysterious creatures known as Cryptids.  Using Zak's unique powers and The Claw to battle enemies and swing through action-packed environments, players will find and collect more than 30 never-before-seen Cryptids and face off against a number of the television series' most notable villains.
 
 "THE SECRET SATURDAYS: BEASTS OF THE 5TH SUN offers a new and original storyline based on the THE SECRET SATURDAYS television series that will have gamers traveling to very unique locations around the globe to discover and protect lost Cryptids,"  said Alison Quirion, vice president of marketing, D3Publisher.  "A perfect mix of combat, puzzles and platforming mechanics, THE SECRET SATURDAYS: BEASTS OF THE 5TH SUN adds up to a truly fun and authentic gameplay experience. "
 

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Yoostar Announces Exclusive Multi-Year Partnership with Sesame Workshop

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:10 PM
Children Can Now Interact with Elmo, Big Bird,
Cookie Monster in Classic and New "Sesame Street" Scenes
 
 
NEW YORK, NY, May, 2009 -Yoostar today announced a new partnership with Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind "Sesame Street", to feature 160 classic and contemporary "Sesame Street" clips on Yoostar's revolutionary entertainment system, available for purchase on Yoostar.com starting July 1 and in retail outlets beginning on August 24. The new Yoostar™ system will allow "Sesame Street" fans to replace and interact in segments with characters such as Oscar the Grouch, Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie and more. 
 
The Sesame Workshop partnership is the first major children's content franchise licensed by Yoostar, which made its debut at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show. The Yoostar system allows users to star in their favorite movie and TV scenes together with the original actors and share their performances online with family, friends and the world.

"'Sesame Street' has been delighting children for generations, and Yoostar is thrilled to add this franchise to our growing list of the most iconic scenes and characters in film and television," said Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, President and CEO, Yoostar Entertainment Group. "Yoostar will give children the chance to engage with 'Sesame Street' at an even higher level by playing and interacting directly with the characters."
 
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Harmonix and MTV Games Unveil Full Setlist for Rock Band™ Unplugged; Plus First DLC Tracks Announced

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:09 PM
Take Rock Band On-the-Go With Tracks From Mega Artists Nirvana, Pearl Jam, The Police, Jackson 5, Tenacious D and More!  
 
Cambridge, MA - May 18, 2009 - Harmonix, the world's leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), today announced the full setlist for Rock Band™ Unplugged, the music videogame based on the award-winning Rock Band series of games, coming exclusively to the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system in North America and Europe on June 9, 2009.  
 
Based on the award-winning Rock Band series of games, Rock Band Unplugged features 41 songs on-disc that encompass popular tracks from the Rock Band music library, as well as nine songs exclusive to Rock Band Unplugged for a limited time before becoming available as downloadable content on other console versions. 
 
Staying true to the Rock Band franchise, the Rock Band Unplugged soundtrack spans all genres of rock, from punk and metal to alternative and classic rock.  
 
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ACTIVISION REINVENTS TONY HAWK FRANCHISE THIS HOLIDAY WITH INNOVATIVE SKATEBOARD CONTROLLER

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:08 PM
Tony Hawk: RIDE Set to Redefine Gaming by Offering
Unparalleled Hands-Free Gaming Experience
 
Santa Monica, CA - May 18, 2009 - This fall players will be able to experience skateboarding like never before in Tony Hawk: RIDE from Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI).  For the first time, players will have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the #1 best-selling action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience.
 
"Tony Hawk: RIDE is a massive step forward for the franchise and the gaming industry as a whole," said Rob Kostich, head of marketing, global brand management, Activision Publishing, Inc.  "The skateboard controller will redefine sports games by offering players a true skateboarding experience, hands-free, playing with friends and family at home or online in a variety of different locations."
 
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ANIME EXPO® ANNOUNCES STUDIO ORPHEE HEAD AND FAMED WRITER, YOSUKE KURODA, AS AN OFFICIAL 2009 GUEST OF HONOR

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:07 PM
Kuroda.jpgWinner of the 8th Animation Kobe "Best Individual/Individual Achievement"
and Screenplay Writer of Anime, Manga and Game Productions to Attend
Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention

Anaheim, California (May 14, 2009) -- Head of Studio Orphee and famed
screenplay writer Mr. Yosuke Kuroda is announced as an official Anime Expo®
2009 Guest of Honor at the nation's largest anime and manga convention held
July 2-5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. More information can be
found on the website www.anime-expo.org <http://www.anime-expo.org> .

Mr. Kuroda has been involved in projects including anime and drama series,
novels, story concepts for mangas and video game production.  With over 50
notable projects in his portfolio including titles such as BEST STUDENT
COUNCIL, BIG WINDUP!, EXCEL SAGA, GUNGRAVE, HAYATE THE COMBAT BUTLER!,
HELLSING (OVA), HONEY AND CLOVER,  INFINITE RYVIUS, LOVE HINA, MAGICAL GIRL
PRETTY SAMMY, MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00, PLEASE TEACHER, S-CRY-ED, SAINT SEIYA
(OVA), TENCHI MUYO! RYO-OH-KI and TRIGUN as just a few.


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Spike.com and 'Jesse James Is A Dead Man' Present 'Demolition Death Race'

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:05 PM
Racing Game Gives Viewers The Chance To Take Out Jesse James In A Series Of Deadly Driving Environments
 
NEW YORK, May 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Spike.com is offering users a chance at simple survival as, in honor of "Jesse James Is A Dead Man," it unveils the "Demolition Death Race" online game. "Jesse James Is A Dead Man" premieres on Spike Sunday, May 31 (10:00 - 11:00 PM, ET/PT).
 
(Logo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060322/NYW096LOGO )
 
In this racing experience, gamers will try to endure a succession of deadly environments inspired by Spike TV's new series "Jesse James Is A Dead Man" with two objectives in mind: to win the checkered flag and to take out Jesse James by smashing, crashing and exploding to the finish line. In succeeding, gamers will unlock not only new levels, but also acquire new virtual vehicles that have been customized by Jesse James himself to use in subsequent races, among them a custom Camaro and Nitro bike. Users will also unlock new weapons to use on the road in smiting their opponents.
 
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'Friends for Life' in 3-D Coming Soon to Theaters

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 4:04 PM
LOVELAND, Colo., May 14 /PRNewswire/ -- The most honored film in the 35 year history of Grizzly Adams Productions is about to enter a whole new dimension, according to Charles E. Sellier, the company's CEO. San Diego-based PassmoreLab is converting the feature film "Friends for Life" into 3-D entertainment for 3-D theatrical exhibition.
 
"We created 'Friends for Life' so the whole family can enjoy a redeeming, life-affirming film together," Sellier explains. "This story of wolf pups, grizzly bears and a family coming together is a perfect vehicle for the 3-D process."
 
Greg Passmore, CEO of the company that bears his name, observes, "3-D has finally overcome the technical hurdles of the past. Gone are the days of colored glasses, headaches and ugly imagery. PassmoreLab employs leading edge technology to insure 'Friends for Life' is not just a 3-D movie, but an engaging experience as if you were actually standing in the woods with the characters."
 
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DIRECTOR LAUREN MONTGOMERY DISCUSSES GREEN LANTERN: FIRST FLIGHT, THE NEXT DC UNIVERSE ANIMATED ORIGINAL FILM COMING TO DVD JULY 28, 2009

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:55 PM
LaurenMontgomery.jpgFresh off her triumphant solo directorial debut of Wonder Woman, Lauren Montgomery shifts gears from Amazons and mythology to intergalactic intrigue as the director of Green Lantern: First Flight, the fifth in the ongoing series of DC Universe animated original PG-13 movies.

Warner Premiere, DC Comics and Warner Bros. Animation are set to release the all-new Green Lantern: First Flight on July 28, 2009. The Blu-Ray™ Hi-Def edition, the special edition 2-disc DVD, and a single disc DVD will be distributed by Warner Home Video. The action-packed movie will also be available OnDemand and Pay-Per-View as well as available for download day and date, July 28, 2009.

Montgomery has been a central force within the DC Universe animated original movies, directing one-third of the series' initial film, Superman Doomsday, and wowing critics and fans alike with her solo directorial debut at the helm of Wonder Woman. With Green Lantern: First Flight, Montgomery takes the next step in her burgeoning career, directing the initial full-length story to feature the DC Comics super hero and an entire universe of fascinating characters. She is once again teamed with executive producer Bruce Timm, this time working from an Alan Burnett script that focuses on Hal Jordan's recruitment to the Green Lantern Corps and his discovery of a secret conspiracy that threatens its philosophies, traditions and hierarchy.

There is no rest for the weary. Though Green Lantern: First Flight has just completed production, Montgomery has already begun directing her next project - another upcoming DCU that you'll no doubt hear about in the not-too-distant future. Montgomery paused between recording sessions and storyboards to chat about the directorial learning curve, a new universe of astounding characters, a very cool quartet of key voiceover actors, and the tricks to avoiding greens and yellows for an entire background color palette.

Read on ... it's director Lauren Montgomery talking about Green Lantern: First Flight ...

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I.E. Effects Launches Full-Service Stereoscopic 3D Pipeline

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:54 PM
On-set through Distribution under One Roof
Culver City, CA: May 12, 2009... I.E. Effects announced that the company is now offering a complete postproduction solution for stereoscopic projects. With a strong background in stereo work, I.E. Effects has assembled the talent base, the tools, and the expertise to offer everything from on-set supervision to distribution, all under one roof.

"We've been waiting for technology to get to the point where we could build a stereoscopic workflow that is manageable for today's budgets," explained David Kenneth, executive producer at I.E. Effects. "We've worked very hard to simplify the process to the point where it's not intimidating for our clients. We can now turn around 3D projects on a similar timeline to that of traditional 2D projects. We are removing the fear of going forward on 3D projects."

Stereoscopic films for theatrical release can take advantage of I.E. Effects' dual-stream 2K pipeline, while they can also accommodate an HD stereoscopic workflow for TV and commercial projects.

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Triangle Game Conference Nearly Doubles Attendance Expectations

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:52 PM
730 Gathered in the Southeast's Game Development Hotbed for Triangle Game Initiative's Inaugural Event, TGC 2010 Dates Set for April 7-8


RALEIGH, N.C., May 13, 2009 -- Leaders in entertainment software, game technology, serious games and games research gathered in Raleigh, N.C. April 29-30 for the inaugural Triangle Game Conference (TGC) hosted by the Triangle Game Initiative, a trade association for the Raleigh-Durham interactive entertainment industry. The conference showcased the region's depth and breadth as the East Coast leader in game development in a two-day event featuring industry-leading companies, including Epic Games, Insomniac Games, Red Storm Entertainment, Atomic Games, Themis Media and Emergent Game Technologies. More than 730 attended the event, nearly doubling attendance expectations of conference organizers.

Set in the third largest gaming hub in the U.S. and the game engine capital of the world, the conference helped further advance the Triangle's game development cluster by providing a forum for networking and collaboration with top industry experts. Representatives from leading game engine companies including Epic Games, the largest game studio in the area and developer of the Unreal Engine, and Emergent Game Technologies, maker of Gamebryo LightSpeed, were present to interact with students and professionals looking to build careers in the gaming business.

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nailgun* Schools ESPNU

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:51 PM
Design/Production House Rebrands College Sports Network
NEW YORK, NY -- What's life like on the campus of ESPNU? As envisioned by design/production studio nailgun*, for the rebrand of ESPN's college sports channel, it's a college sports-lovers paradise where stadium lights perfectly illuminate paths made of track and field lanes, and every other building is a different ballpark. The centerpiece of the rebrand is the ''hallmark'' spot that in lush stylized photo-real 3D animation defines the world of ESPNU. The network package includes an array of elements including IDs, bumpers, promo packages, logo treatments and more.
''Creatively we wanted ESPNU to feel more like part of the overall ESPN brand, but also have its own unique identity,'' Michael Waldron, Creative Director of nailgun* says. ''We wanted to give it a real sense of place -- a destination where college sports fans need to go not just for football and basketball, but for all sports played at the college level. It's stylized with a bit of twist.''

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WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS ENLISTS THE NORTHWEST COMPANY TO FASHION HOME TEXTILES ACROSS MULTIPLE ICONIC PROPERTIES

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:50 PM
BURBANK, Calif., - May 12, 2009 - Holy Textiles, Batman!  Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) announced today that it has granted a multi-property licensee agreement with home textile industry leader, The Northwest Company, to create an array of licensed home goods spanning multiple property lines.
 
Recognized as the number one throw and pillow manufacturer in the United States, The Northwest Company will have access to an arsenal of WBCPs entertainment properties such as Harry Potter, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Tom and Jerry and other Hanna Barbera properties.  Additionally, The Northwest Company will also have access to DC Comics' portfolio, including legendary Super Heroes Batman, Superman, Supergirl, DC Originals and The Justice League.
 
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gamescom welcomes yet more prominent exhibitors for its premiere in Cologne in August

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:49 PM
Nintendo joins the list of exhibitors at Cologne's trade fair centre

When Koelnmesse's doors open for the premiere of gamescom from
19-23 August 2009, the European games industry - ranging from A for Activision Blizzard to X for xaitment - will invite visitors to enter the fascinating world of interactive entertainment. Today another global player, namely Nintendo, has signed up to participate in Cologne. gamescom's trade fair concept impressed Dr. Bernd Fakesch, General Manager of Nintendo Germany: "gamescom offers the ideal platform for the presentation of our games and product portfolio to a large audience in an attractive setting. We are looking forward to the start in August." The community of gamescom exhibitors and partners today includes national and international, online and offline, as well as global and medium-sized companies. The games industry's entire value chain, from developers to traders, will be represented in Cologne. Three and a half months before the start of the event, Oliver P. Kuhrt, Managing Director of Koelnmesse GmbH, and Olaf Wolters, Managing Director of the German Trade Association of Interactive Entertainment Software (BIU), can rejoice in successful interim results: "Nintendo's pledge is a further clear signal. The industry's leading trade fair is on road to success."

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Swords & Sandals IV Delivers 24 Games-in-One for Ultimate Fun!

By Editorial on May 20, 2009 3:47 PM
3RD Sense, Australia's Largest Independent Producer
of Online Games, Launches the Fourth Instalment of World's Most Popular Online Gladiator Game

- Over a Million people turn to Fizzy.com for their entertainment every month -

SYDNEY, Australia - May 13, 2009 - 3RD Sense, which operates the successful play platform Fizzy.com, and develops games and online apps for consumers and innovative brands worldwide, today announced the release of Swords & Sandals IV : Tavern Quests, the latest instalment in the world's most popular online gladiator game.

Swords & Sandals IV: Tavern Quests introduces a new twist on the original role playing game series. Instead of players building a gladiator from the ground up and battling online to become the ultimate champion in the arena, the gameplay has now been shifted to a series of board game conflicts in a tavern.  

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DECODE ENTERPRISES SCORES FURTHER ASIAN DEALS FOR KID VS KAT

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 1:07 PM
Toronto, London 13 May 2009. Leading kids and family entertainment specialist DECODE Enterprises, the distribution subsidiary of DHX Media Ltd., has scored further deals in Asia for Kid vs Kat (52x11' / 26x22'), an animated series produced by Studio B Productions in association with YTV Canada and Jetix Europe.

Disney Channel India, Disney Channel Japan and Cartoon Network in Korea have snapped up the series which was also acquired by Nickelodeon South East Asia last year. Kid vs Kat is also airing on ABC in Australia, YTV in Canada, Jetix Europe and Disney XD in the US.

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The HUB Announces Newest Property: "The String Doll Gang"

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 1:06 PM
The newly founded division of The Jim Henson Company will represent Kamibashi's
oll Gang" as exclusive world wide licensing agent for consumer products
and entertainment  
 
 
HOLLYWOOD, CA (May 11, 2009)- The HUB, the newly-formed division at The Jim Henson Company
responsible for licensing products for third party properties, has signed on with Kamibashi Corporation based in
Asheville, North Carolina to act as an exclusive licensing agent for THE STRING DOLL GANG, a band of kooky
characters in the form of handmade string figures, each with his or her own special power that is always positive
and helpful. 
 
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CRUNCHYROLL TO LAUNCH THE BEAST TO DIE, EARLY SPRING STORY, GIRL OF TIME, KEKKON ANNAI MYSTERY, SAILOR SUIT AND MACHINE GUN, STORY OF THE DETECTIVE AND TRAGEDY OF W TODAY FOR KADOKAWA TUESDAYS

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 1:04 PM
Bone Chilling New Titles from Kadokawa Pictures USA on the Number One Online
Destination for Anime and Asian Entertainment


San Francisco, CA (May 12, 2009) -- "Kadokawa Tuesdays" continue on
Crunchyroll with tales of horror, suspense and the supernatural with the
launch of THE BEAST TO DIE, EARLY SPRING STORY, GIRL OF TIME, KEKKON ANNAI
MYSTERY, SAILOR SUIT AND MACHINE GUN, STORY OF THE DETECTIVE AND TRAGEDY OF
W. More information can be found at:
http://www.crunchyroll.com/library/Kadokawa_Pictures_Collection
<http://www.crunchyroll.com/library/Kadokawa_Pictures_Collection> .

These "Kadokawa Tuesdays" titles are available at 12:00 pm PST today, for
FREE, to all fans and members in the U.S., Canada, American Samoa, United
States Minor Outlying Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam and Virgin Island regions.

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THE CHICKEN RETURNS! ANIME EXPO® 2009 WELCOMES ROBOT CHICKEN

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 1:03 PM
Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention Welcomes Seth Green, Breckin
Meyer and the Director and Writers of the Cartoon Network's Annie and Emmy
Award Winning Show

Anaheim, California (June 12, 2009) -- The Annie and Emmy Award winning
popular stop-motion animation sketch comedy show, Robot Chicken, which airs
on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim, is slated to appear at this year's Anime
Expo® 2009 held July 2-5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.  More
information can be found on the website www.anime-expo.org
<http://www.anime-expo.org> .

Attending Anime Expo® 2008 via an official Robot Chicken panel including
co-creator, executive producer, writer, director and actor Seth Green
(Family Guy, Without a Paddle, Austin Powers, Party Monster), actor and
writer Breckin Meyer (Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, Garfield: A Tail of Two
Kitties, Herbie Fully Loaded), Robot Chicken director Chris McKay, Robot
Chicken co-producers/co-head writers Douglas Goldstein and Tom Root, and
writers Mike Fasolo, Kevin Shinick and Erik Weiner.

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CAPCOM LAUNCHES RESIDENT EVIL: DEGENERATION ON APPLE APP STORE

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 1:01 PM
Legendary Survival Horror Franchise Debuts on iPhone and iPod touch

LOS ANGELES and LONDON - May 12, 2009 - Capcom®, a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced that Resident Evil: Degeneration(TM), a survival horror game based on the movie of the same name, is now available on the Apple App Store.

In the game, players take control of Leon S. Kennedy and an arsenal of bone-shattering weapons in order to combat a horde of zombies and horrific tyrants. Featuring high-resolution 3D graphics and intuitive context sensitive Multi-Touch controls, Resident Evil: Degeneration fully utilizes the accelerometer functionality of iPhone and iPod touch. Tilting the device will reload weapons, and a shake helps shrug off infected enemies.  Action takes place from a third-person over the shoulder perspective, and in-engine cut scenes help propel the engaging story forward.

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REVAMPED EUROPEAN CONFERENCE ON VISUAL MEDIA PRODUCTION (CVMP) CALLS FOR PARTICIPATION

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 1:00 PM
London, May 12th 2009 - CVMP, the European Conference on Visual Media Production (www.cvmp-conference.org), is now announcing its call for submissions. The conference takes place on 12th and 13th November 2009 at the BFI Southbank, London. Now in the sixth year of CVMP, a new management team is injecting fresh momentum to this unique event, which brings together practitioners in media production from the film, broadcast and games industries with leading academics and researchers in imaging and graphics. The two-day conference will provide a dynamic forum for the exchange of knowledge between researchers and media industry specialists working at the cutting-edge of visual media production and delivery.

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Boinx Software releases FotoMagico 3

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:59 PM
Advanced storytelling for digital photographers

Munich, Germany--May 12th, 2009. Boinx Software today releases FotoMagico 3, a major update to its award-winning storytelling software for digital photographers. FotoMagico 3 introduces many new features to create professional slideshows in pristine quality. FotoMagico 3 makes it easy to mix photos with HD movies as provided by many recent DSLRs. With support for multiple audio tracks and an integrated audio recorder, every show can be enhanced with soundtrack, audio effects and narration. The new Instant Slideshow Assistant helps to create compelling presentations immediately. FotoMagico 3 Pro includes the all-new PhotoPresenter 4, the quick presentation tool for digital photographers.* The optional FotoMagico Remote allows to control FotoMagico 3 shows conveniently with the iPhone or iPod touch. Boinx Software invites photographers to a free live webinar on May 19th to brief about all the new features of FotoMagico 3.

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ECHO BRIDGE ENTERTAINMENT TO DEVELOP EASTERN EUROPEAN MARKET APPOINTING NEW SALES EXECUTIVE FOR THE REGION

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:57 PM
Named Vice President of International Sales Sonia Mehandjiyska
to Attend the Cannes International Film Festival
 

NEEDHAM, MASS and LOS ANGELES, CA (May 12, 2009) - Independent global distributor Echo Bridge Entertainment continues to ramp up its sales executive ranks with the appointment of Sonia Mehandjiyska to the post of Vice President of International Sales, Eastern Europe. The announcement was made today by Dan March, Executive Vice President, Echo Bridge Entertainment, to whom she will report.
 
Mehandjiyska's appointment is the fourth senior sales executive appointment this year, following the addition of Natalie Yuen to the newly created position of Vice President, International Sales, Asia Pacific; Melissa Caron to the post of Vice President, International Sales, Europe; and Emilia Nuccio's appointment to Vice President, International Sales with a focus on Latin America and U.S. Hispanic market.   Mehandjiyska will spearhead the company's sales activities in Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bosnia_and_Herzegovina> , Croatia <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Croatia> , Macedonia <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macedonia_%28country%29> , Montenegro <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montenegro> , Serbia <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serbia> , Slovenia <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slovenia> , Kosovo and Turkey.  She will first represent the company at the upcoming Cannes International Film Festival.
 
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MTV GAMES, HARMONIX and EA HEAD TO NASHVILLE WITH ROCK BAND™ COUNTRY TRACK PACK™

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:56 PM
Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Rogers,
Shania Twain and More Join the Rock Band Platform July 21, 2009
 
Cambridge, MA - May 12, 2009 -- Harmonix, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks, (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), today announced plans for a July 21, 2009 North American release of Rock Band™ Country Track Pack™ for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, and Wii™ system from Nintendo.
 
"Rock Band loves country music too, and these tracks are among the most fun to play of any we've released to date," said Paul DeGooyer, Senior Vice President of Electronic Games & Music for MTV Networks Music Group. "We've received a ton of requests from fans to bring more country to the game, and our artist partners responded. We're very excited to be able to offer this set, featuring some of the greatest songs ever recorded."
 
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Acclaim Games Enters Exclusive Partnership with Peanut Labs Media to Monetize Virtual Game Currency

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:55 PM
SAN FRANCISCO - May 11, 2009 - Peanut Labs Media, the leader in market research survey based monetization for social media and online games, today announced an exclusive partnership with Acclaim Games, the developer of popular massively multiplayer online games, to monetize the virtual currencies across their product line.

Brought back by gaming comeback king Howard Marks in 2006, Acclaim Games expands the audience for MMO games with MMORPG games like The Chronicles of Spellborn and music based game RockFREE. With the Peanut Labs Media monetization engine, players can participate in market research surveys to earn virtual currency. The surveys take 5-10 minutes to complete, are completely anonymous, and provide a fun way for players to support their favorite games.

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2009 Game Developers Conference Austin Focuses on Connected Games

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:54 PM
7th Annual Leading Online Game Developer Event Returns with Stronger Focus and Added Advisory Board Members
 
SAN FRANCISCO, May 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The Game Developers Conference® Austin (GDC Austin) returns this September with three days focused on connected games including online games, virtual worlds, and social networking.  Now in its 7th consecutive year, GDC Austin will continue as the mecca for online game developers worldwide to convene and share best practices, new perspectives, and business opportunities in connected games.  GDC Austin conference tracks focus on the disciplines of Business and Marketing, Design, Social Networking and Community, Services, Production and Programming.  Presented by Think Services, organizers of the industry-leading Game Developers Conference® (GDC), GDC Austin is a four-day event taking place at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas September 15-18, 2009.
 
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CRUNCHYROLL STREAMS BRAND NEW MUNHWA BROADCASTING CORPORATION (MBC) KOREAN DRAMAS: 90 DAYS TIME TO LOVE, MERRY MARY, MY LIFE'S GOLDEN AGE AND YI-SAN

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:53 PM
Leading Online Anime Distributor Launches New Korean Drama Series

San Francisco, California (May 11, 2009) - Crunchyroll, the online world's
number one destination for Asian content, will conclude its mass streaming
release of Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Korean drama titles with 90
DAYS TIME TO LOVE, MERRY MARY, MY LIFE'S GOLDEN AGE and YI-SAN (episodes
39-77 of 77) legally and for free to users.  More information can be found
at www.crunchyroll.com/drama.

These Korean drama titles are free for all users in the U.S., Canada and
U.S. provinces.

Continue reading CRUNCHYROLL STREAMS BRAND NEW MUNHWA BROADCASTING CORPORATION (MBC) KOREAN DRAMAS: 90 DAYS TIME TO LOVE, MERRY MARY, MY LIFE'S GOLDEN AGE AND YI-SAN.

LOVE AND PEACE! ANIME EXPO® ANNOUNCES TRIGUN ANIME AND MANGA CREATOR YASUHIRO NIGHTOW AND TRIGUN MOVIE DIRECTOR SATOSHI NISHIMURA AS OFFICIAL 2009 GUESTS OF HONOR

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:52 PM
Shigeru Kitayama and Noriyuki Jinguji to Also Join Famed Manga-Ka and
Director as Industry Guests at Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention
for an Exclusive First Look Premiere of the Highly Anticipated TRIGUN Film

Anaheim, California (May 11, 2009) -- The staff that created the TRIGUN
anime, over 10 years ago, are reuniting at Anime Expo®!  Anime Expo® is
proud to announce Mr. Yasuhiro Nightow and Mr. Satoshi Nishimura as an
official Guests of Honor of the nation's largest anime and manga convention
held July 2-5, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. More information
can be found on the website www.anime-expo.org <http://www.anime-expo.org> .

Continue reading LOVE AND PEACE! ANIME EXPO® ANNOUNCES TRIGUN ANIME AND MANGA CREATOR YASUHIRO NIGHTOW AND TRIGUN MOVIE DIRECTOR SATOSHI NISHIMURA AS OFFICIAL 2009 GUESTS OF HONOR.

EMMY AWARD-WINNING WORDGIRL® EMBARKS ON A SUMMER ROAD TRIP ON PBS KIDS GO!sm

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:50 PM
New Episodes to air July 13-17, 2009, Supported by On-Air Promotion
and New Online Content
NEW YORK - May 11, 2009 -- Scholastic Media's (www.scholastic.com) Emmy Award®-winning WordGirl® (pbskidsgo.org/wordgirl) and her monkey sidekick Captain Huggy Face galaxy-hopped from planet Lexicon several years back, to battle Earth-bound villains with bad grammar and even worse vocabularies.  But her alter ego Becky Botsford embarks on a much more exciting adventure with friends and family during the "WordGirl Summer Road Trip," airing July 13-17, 2009 on PBS KIDS GO!sm (Check local listings.)  The special week of programming will be supported by on-air promotion and new "road trip"-related online content at pbskidsgo.org/wordgirl.
                                                                                                                
New episodes airing Monday and Tuesday (July 13-14) find Becky and the gang roughing it on a serene camping trip marred by a giant robot, and saving the city's candy supply during an all-but-routine field trip.  Fan favorites re-air the rest of the week, including episodes in which WordGirl protects the local amusement park and averts a major cheese heist during a family vacation.

Continue reading EMMY AWARD-WINNING WORDGIRL® EMBARKS ON A SUMMER ROAD TRIP ON PBS KIDS GO!sm.

SUBMIT YOUR FILM TO TROMADANCE INDIANA

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:50 PM
The Whole State of Indiana, The Indy Film Co-op and The B Movie Celebration is again proud to host TromaDance Indiana. This is the second edition of a new expanded summer version of TromaDance which will be taking place September 25th-27th in Franklin and Shelbyville Indiana.

Lloyd Kaufman, Founder of TromaDance will be in attendance as well as a crack squad of the always loyal Tromettes. TromaDance Indiana is part of the transformation of TromaDance from a festival into a fully immersive film experience featuring a larger screening schedule, panel discussions and various hands on workshops all geared towards meeting the needs of emerging filmmakers.

This year also feature a triumphant roasting of that purveyor of all things' TromaDance by some of the industries strongest proponents of independent cinema including Karen Black, Herschel Gordon Lewis and many more.  Lloyd's roasting will occur at the historic Strand Theatre.

About TromaDance TromaDance is the first film festival wholeheartedly devoted to filmmakers and fans. Unlike every other film festival we do not charge filmmakers to submit their films. Entrance to the screenings is free and open to the public. There are no VIP reservation or preferential treatment. TromaDance is truly for the people. TromaDance is a chance for everyone who has ever picked up a camera to have their work seen without compromises. TromaDance is very proud to be the first and the only film festival of the people, for the people and by the people.

If interested in submitting your film please download the following instructions and entry form

Please go to www.summertromadance.com/2009entryform.pdf

Over Rainbows and Down Rabbit Holes: The Art of Children's Books Rekindles Childhood Memories and Inspires the Imagination July 11-September 13, 2009 at the Monterey Museum of Art La Mirada

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:49 PM
[MONTEREY, CA]     The Monterey Museum of Art presents the enchanting exhibition Over Rainbows and Down Rabbit Holes: The Art of Children's Books which will be on view Saturday, July 11 through Sunday, September 13, 2009 at MMA La Mirada, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey. Over Rainbows and Down Rabbit Holes: The Art of Children's Books is a delightful presentation featuring approximately seventy original illustrations from well-known children's books. The exhibition is drawn from the outstanding collection of picture book art assembled by Zora and Les Charles and was organized by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art in collaboration with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, Massachusetts.
 
Classics in this exhibition include The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter, The House at Pooh Corner by A. A. Milne and illustrated by Ernest Shepard and The Travels of Babar by Jean de Brunhoff. Works by Arthur Rackham, Edmund Dulac and Kay Nielsen represent the earlier golden age of illustration, while the majority of examples focus on the flowering of the genre by artists and authors working in the post-World War II period. Trina Schart Hyman (Little Red Riding Hood), Chris Van Allsburg (Jumanji) and husband and wife team Leo and Diane Dillon (Earth Mother) are among the contemporary illustrators represented. These enchanting original works will inspire the imagination and celebrate the creativity of picture books for readers of all ages. The exhibition is accompanied by an illustrated catalogue co-published by Santa Barbara Museum of Art and The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art which will be available in the Museum Store.
 
Continue reading Over Rainbows and Down Rabbit Holes: The Art of Children's Books Rekindles Childhood Memories and Inspires the Imagination July 11-September 13, 2009 at the Monterey Museum of Art La Mirada.

Anim'est 2009 Call for entries!!!

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:47 PM
The 4th anim'est International Animation Film Festival Bucharest Romania is open for submissions till July 1st.  We would be happy to receive films produced after January 1st, 2007, for the following competition categories:
      
  
    Feature Films    Short Films    Student Film    Music Video & Advertising    Romanian Animation 
  

 
                     
 
   New section in competition: in order to promote and stimulate animation in the Balkan region, anim'est inaugurates BALKANIMATION. Do send us short films from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia, Moldova, Turkey and Romania!
 
For news & tips, follow us on Twitter <http://estenest.cmail1.com/t/y/l/hthduj/itodiiki/j> !
 
Deadlines:
 
- July 1st, 2009 for the DVD and the entry form
 
- September 10th, 2009 for the prints of the selected films
 
You can download right now the Entry Form <http://estenest.cmail1.com/t/y/l/hthduj/itodiiki/t>  and the Rules & Regulations <http://estenest.cmail1.com/t/y/l/hthduj/itodiiki/i>  or later from  our website <http://estenest.cmail1.com/t/y/l/hthduj/itodiiki/d> .
 
We are waiting for your films at the following address:
 
ESTENEST Association, Drumul Taberei 92, Bl. C7, Sc. F, Ap. 235, Bucharest 6, zip code: 061406, Romania
 
contact@estenest.ro or contact@animest.ro
 
We are looking forward to receiving your submissions and, why not, to meeting you in Bucharest in October!
 

CLIO FINALIST IN THE ANIMATION CATEGORY - "SHADOWS" SHOWCASES CRASH+SUES ANIMATION TALENT IN A 60-SECOND SPOT MARTIN/WILLIAMS' COMPELLING NOT FOR SALE CAMPAIGN

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:45 PM
crash+sues.jpegMINNEAPOLIS:  CLIO finalist in the Animation Category, "Shadows" highlights the talents of CRASH+SUES' lead animator/compositor, Adam Celt, animator Sean Hall, and particle animator, Matt Sattler. The team recently joined forces with Martin/Williams to create this 60-second animated spot - part of a campaign for the non-profit organization, Not For Sale -which sends the compelling message that slavery still exists and closer to home then we think. The full-service post house created seamless animated transitions, performed extensive compositing, and executed the online finish for the spot, which also recently made the prestigious ADC Young Guns Award's short list. Echo Boys, the sibling company of CRASH+SUES, crafted the message's affecting score and sound design.

 "Shadows" features the early art of hand shadows to relate a story of present-day human trafficking.  Its message is brought home by a compelling voiceover narrative: "When I was little, I had big dreams," says a young woman.  "I would stare at the clouds and wonder what I would become. My imagination ran wild. One day a man came promising a better life far away.  Now that I'm big, my only dreams are of when I was little -- when I was free."


Continue reading CLIO FINALIST IN THE ANIMATION CATEGORY - "SHADOWS" SHOWCASES CRASH+SUES ANIMATION TALENT IN A 60-SECOND SPOT MARTIN/WILLIAMS' COMPELLING NOT FOR SALE CAMPAIGN.

CARPL SWIMS ONTO APPLE'S APP STORE

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:44 PM
Littleloud studio's first iPhone game is now available for iPhone and iPod Touch users to buy.
 
In Carpl players must trail the tip of their finger through the game's cool water, gathering the lotus flowers floating on the pond's surface while avoiding getting bitten by the natural inhabitants who live there.
 
The longer you survive, the more creatures will become attracted and the harder it becomes to harvest petals for points.
It's a game of skill and stamina, designed to test your concentration, dexterity and accuracy. If your finger is bitten by an enemy, pulled off the screen or brushed the side of the pool, you will lose a life.
 
Continue reading CARPL SWIMS ONTO APPLE'S APP STORE.

SOCIAL DISTORTION ROCKS A THREE PACK ON TO THE ROCK BAND® MUSIC STORE; STEELY DAN, DISTURBED, ELVIS COSTELLO AND THE REPLACEMENTS ALSO ADDING TRACKS

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:43 PM
Cambridge, Mass. - May 8, 2009 - Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that three tracks from American punk rockers Social Distortion will be added to the Rock Band®Music Store of downloadable content next week for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and the Wii™ system. Also coming in next week's lineup is music from Steely Dan, Disturbed, Elvis Costello and The Replacements.

Social Distortion is recognized as one of the biggest names in American punk rock with six full-length studio albums to date and considerable commercial success. The "Social Distortion Pack 01" will feature "Ring of Fire" and "Story of My Life," both from the band's 1990 self-titled third album, and "Bad Luck" from the band's fourth album Between Heaven and Hell (1992).Social Distortion made its Rock Band debut with "I Was Wrong" featured on the Rock Band 2 soundtrack.

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LEGACY INTERACTIVE®'S 'PET PALS®: NEW LEASH ON LIFE' SIMULATION VET GAME IS NOW AVAILABLE AT RETAIL FOR PC AND MAC

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:42 PM
Video Game Wins Parents' Choice Gold Award

LOS ANGELES - (May 8, 2008)--Legacy Interactive® announced today that the latest title in their award winning Pet Pals® series, Pet Pals: New Leash on Life, is now available at retail as a hybrid disc for the PC and Mac.  The software has been awarded a prestigious Parents' Choice Gold Award, the highest level of recognition, for spring 2009. The awards have been handed out by the Parents' Choice Foundation since 1978, and are meant to direct parents to the best software, games, DVDs, toys, books, music, magazines and websites.
 
Previously only available for download on the PC via legacygames.com, Pet Pals: New Leash on Life is now available for the first time to Mac gamers as well.   In the simulation-vet game players experience what it is like to play as an actual veterinarian by diagnosing, operating, taking care of, feeding and playing with virtual pets. In the game players will encounter more than 30 different animal cases, derived from practicing veterinarians, and will have access to more than 45 realistic medical tools including a stethoscope, EKG machine, scalpels, and an ophthalmoscope. These tools allow the player to gather samples, palpitate and examine the animals, and even perform surgery.
 
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Allegorithmic's Substance Air Now Available to Customers Worldwide

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:41 PM
Procedural Texturing Middleware Reduces Download Size, Boosts Productivity and Offers Unparalleled Visual Content

CLERMONT-FERRAND, France - May 7, 2009 - With more games moving online and digital distribution becoming an increasingly important business strategy for publishers, improving visual quality and allowing user-generated content while containing client size and broadening the audience has become a critical challenge. Allegorithmic, an emerging 3D technology company developing advanced texturing tools for real-time 3D content creation, is filling this immediate market need through the worldwide availability of Substance Air.

A new texturing middleware poised to redefine the development and distribution of rich content for online, retail and downloadable games (MMOs, Free2Play and XBLA/PSN), Substance Air was created to help game developers generate and customize assets that are lightweight, dynamic and infinitely versatile.

Continue reading Allegorithmic's Substance Air Now Available to Customers Worldwide.

TAITO'S 'SPACE INVADERS EXTREME' BLASTS ONTO XBOX LIVE ARCADE

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:40 PM
Beloved arcade classic revamped with new gameplay, HD graphics and four-player multiplayer modes for 30th Anniversary

EMERYVILLE, CA (May 6, 2009) - Taito Corp. today announced that Space Invaders Extreme™ is now available on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Commemorating the 30th Anniversary of the original 1978 Space Invaders™ arcade shooter, gamers can now experience a complete reimagining of the classic for the first time in high definition with exclusive new Xbox 360 features. Developed by Backbone Entertainment, Space Invaders Extreme now offers four-player co-op and competitive multiplayer modes, dazzling new graphics with colorful visualizer backgrounds, modernized gameplay features, and vibrant synchronized music and sound effects for a more intense and addictive gameplay experience.

"We are proud to celebrate 30 years of continued Space Invaders popularity, and bringing the game to Xbox LIVE Arcade is a critical step to the next evolution of the game," said Seiji Kawakami, Producer, Taito Corporation. "In Space Invaders Extreme for XBLA, we retain the vintage 2-D look and classic gameplay of the original, while taking advantage of the HD graphics and sound capabilities, as well as expanding the
multiplayer functionality to allow for even more people to play and enjoy the game together."

Continue reading TAITO'S 'SPACE INVADERS EXTREME' BLASTS ONTO XBOX LIVE ARCADE.

Call for Entries and Papers | ANIMA'09 - V Cordoba International Animation Festival

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:38 PM
ANIMA'09 will take place in the  city of Córdoba, Argentina, from October 8th through 10th, 2009. The  Festival is organized by the Centro Experimental de Animación and the  Secretaría de Extensión Universitaria, National University of  Córdoba.

This fifth edition of the ANIMA will be dedicated to  exploring the concept of Identity Traits. Therefore, we open the  following:
- Call for entries, for short and feature animation  films of every genre and topic. Special interest is granted to  those films where the filmmaker's expressive intention stands out from  marketing requirements; and also to school productions. Participation is  open for animation movies from all over the world - produced for  theatrical screenings, television, video or the Internet - with special  interest in those from Latin America.
- Call for papers and multimedia  presentations on the concept "Identity Traits"


NO ENTRY  FEE
DEADLINE
July 3rd, 2009 (Film, video and television animation  entries)
July 3rd, 2009 (Papers and Multimedia presentation  entries)
July 17h, 2009 (Internet animation  entries)


Rules and Entry Form are available at the  Festival's website, http://www.animafestival.com.ar <http://www.animafestival.com.ar/>  

The Festival  will also hold a series of non - competitive screenings, seminars,  workshops, specialized forums, retrospectives, and a Meeting  Point.


We look forward to receiving your shorts, and of course  we would love to meet you next October at ANIMA'09!

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00 TO STREAM ON CRUNCHYROLL

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:37 PM
Legendary Anime Studio's Historic Franchise to Appear on World Anime Channel

San Francisco, CA (May 1, 2009) --Crunchyroll announced today that it is
partnering with Bandai Channel to bring the latest series in the historic
GUNDAM franchise to Crunchyroll. MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00 from legendary anime
studio Sunrise will begin streaming on Crunchyroll starting today. More
information can be found at www.crunchyroll.com/gundam00.

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THE COALITION OF ASIAN PACIFICS IN ENTERTAINMENT (CAPE) AND SPIKE TV PRESENT THE 2009 CAPE DIGITAL SHORTS PROGRAM

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:35 PM
Leading Asian and Pacific Islander Organization in Entertainment Present
Program to Provide $5,000.00 in Funds for Winner to a Create Short Film

Los Angeles -- April XX, 2008 -- The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in
Entertainment (CAPE) Foundation, Inc., a non-profit arts and entertainment
organization, is excited to announce the launch of the CAPE Digital Shorts
Programs sponsored by Spike TV!  The winning filmmaker will receive $5000
and the expertise of a CAPE mentor to produce and complete a professional
quality short film.  For more information, please visit:
www.capeusa.org/DigitalShortProgram_FAQ.html
<http://www.capeusa.org/DigitalShortProgram_FAQ.html> .

While there are many film festivals that showcase short films, the
opportunities to secure financing to physically produce a short are
extremely limited.  In keeping with its mission, the goal of CAPE is to
provide these much-needed funds and the guidance to produce a high quality
short film which will generate attention for the filmmaker.  The winning
filmmaker will be awarded (i) $5000 to be used for the purpose of producing
a short film, and (ii) the assignment of a CAPE Mentor who will provide
advice, support, and oversight throughout the production process.  The
completed film will be announced and showcased at a future CAPE event as
well as on the CAPE website.

Continue reading THE COALITION OF ASIAN PACIFICS IN ENTERTAINMENT (CAPE) AND SPIKE TV PRESENT THE 2009 CAPE DIGITAL SHORTS PROGRAM.

TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX TELEVISION DISTRIBUTION LAUNCHES ON MAY 4th AN ALL-NEW MARKETING AND BROADCAST SUPPORT WEBSITE, PROVIDING EXPANDED SERVICE AND RESOURCES TO ITS INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTERS

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:33 PM
Unknown.jpegFox Combines Three Current Websites - FoxNow.com Product Catalog, FoxFast.com Marketing Support, and Fox Screening.com Video Resource - Into One Powerful Comprehensive Site That Will Also Serve As The Destination To Download Digital Broadcast Files.
 
 
Los Angeles, May 1, 2009 - On the eve of the Los Angeles Screenings, Twentieth Century Fox Television Distribution, the exclusive international distributor for all FOX produced or acquired programming, is launching an all-new expanded www.FoxFast.com website May 4, 2009 replacing its current FoxFast.com marketing support website.  The announcement was made today by Mark Kaner, President, Twentieth Century Fox Television Distribution.
 
This new powerful tool will support Fox's international broadcast clients by building on the success of the original FoxFast.com launched in 1999, which established Fox as the first studio to move the worldwide distribution of marketing and publicity support materials to the internet. The new FoxFast.com combines all areas of client support - researching the vast Fox film and TV series catalogs, finding and downloading marketing and publicity assets for a broadcaster's licensed titles, and viewing product and promo video - all into one easy-to-use website.  Advanced search and user preference features allow the broadcaster to customize the site to meet their particular use and needs.
 

Continue reading TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX TELEVISION DISTRIBUTION LAUNCHES ON MAY 4th AN ALL-NEW MARKETING AND BROADCAST SUPPORT WEBSITE, PROVIDING EXPANDED SERVICE AND RESOURCES TO ITS INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTERS.

FLORIDA SUPERCON ADDS TWILIGHT STAR EDI GATHEGI TO THE GUEST LIST

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:32 PM
Miami, FL - Florida Supercon returns in 2009! Now in it's 4th year, FSC once again moves into a larger venue as the three day festival continues to grow. This year's event will take place June 5, 6 & 7, 2009 at the Doubletree Miami Mart Airport Hotel and Convention Center in Miami, FL. The three day festival will take place in the convention center's west hall (50,000 sq. feet) and the convention center's entire second floor (over 35,000 sq. feet) making this the largest genre event to ever hit South Florida. The show will include celebrity guests, artists, writers, vendors, industry guests, Q&A's, parties, costume contests, anime programming, manga, cosplay, workshops, panels, cosplay photo shoots, dance parties, console gaming, LAN gaming, tabletop gaming, collectible card gaming, tournaments and more!



We are proud to announce that Twilight actor Edi Gathegi has joined our guest list.



Edi Gathegi is an American film, stage and television actor. Edi is best known for his appearances as recurring character Dr. Jeffrey Cole (Big Love) in the television series House, as Cheese in the 2007 film Gone Baby Gone, as Deputy Martin in My Bloody Valentine and most recently as Laurent in the film Twilight.

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SONY PICTURES TELEVISION PROMOTES KYLIE MUNNICH TO VICE PRESIDENT, DISTRIBUTION, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:31 PM
Jack Ford Steps Down As Executive Vice President and Managing Director
 
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (30 April 2009) - Sony Pictures Television (SPT) announced today that Kylie Munnich has been promoted to vice president, distribution, Australia and New Zealand.  In her new position, Munnich heads all of SPT's licensing operations for both countries.  Based in Sydney, she heads the local team responsible for the licensing of SPT's television series and feature films to television, mobile and digital clients.  She reports to Ross Pollack, SPT's senior Vice president, distribution, Asia.
 
Jack Ford, SPT's executive vice president and managing director, Australia and New Zealand, will step down from his executive roles with the company.  He will remain as a consultant for the immediate future and will work with Munnich during the transition period.  Since 1995, Ford has played an integral role in building SPT's businesses in Australia and New Zealand.  Besides managing SPT's licensing business, he has also played a critical role in launching several successful cable channels, including TV1, Sci Fi and Premium Movie Partnership.
 
"Jack Ford has done a terrific job managing our businesses in Australia and New Zealand, and I know he will make a mark on whatever he chooses to do," said Michael Grindon, SPT's president, international, who made the announcement today.  "We're grateful to Jack for all of his contributions, and also for playing a key role in helping Kylie Munnich grow into an experienced and knowledgeable executive who is now ready to take on a new leadership role. I'm confident that she'll continue to provide her clients with extraordinary service and anticipate a great future for her at SPT."
 
Munnich was most recently SPT's executive director, distribution, Australia and New Zealand.  She joined SPT in 2005 as sales director.  Prior to SPT, Munnich was director, Asia Pacific, MGM International Television Distribution, based in Sydney.  At MGM, she was responsible for sales in Asia, the Pacific islands, as well as pan-Asia.  She joined MGM from Filmbank Distributors Ltd in London, a joint venture non-theatrical sales company co-owned by Warner Bros. and Columbia Tristar Pictures, where she was international sales manager.
 
 
 
ABOUT SONY PICTURES TELEVISION
Sony Pictures Television is one of the television industry's leading content providers.  It produces and distributes programming in every genre, including series, telefilms, theatrical releases and family entertainment around the world and for every platform:   broadcast and cable television, first-run and off-network syndication and digital distribution.  In addition to one of the industry's largest libraries of feature films and television shows, SPT boasts a current program slate that includes the top-rated daytime dramas and game shows, landmark off-network series, original animated series and critically acclaimed primetime dramas, comedies and telefilms.  SPT is also a leader in the field of international television production with over 9,000 hours of programming in 13 local languages in over 30 countries.   To better serve its clients and partners worldwide, SPT maintains offices throughout the world, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, the Netherlands, the People's Republic of China, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Venezuela and the United Kingdom. SPT's worldwide television networks portfolio is a key strategy in SPE's long-range commitment to the global marketplace, with over 50 networks in more than 130 countries reaching almost 400 million households worldwide.  SPT also creates original content for and manages SPE's premium video website, Crackle.  Additionally, SPT is a part owner of cable channel GSN, FEARnet, the premier horror/thriller website and VOD service, and national media sales company ITN Networks, Inc.  SPT advertiser sales is one of the premiere national advertising sales companies, handling the commercial inventory in SPT's syndicated series as well as in all of SPE's digital businesses in the United States, for Sony Music Entertainment and for the Tennis Channel.  SPT (www.sonypicturestelevision.com) is a Sony Pictures Entertainment company.
 

Brain Zoo Studios Teams with BASE Productions to Earn Sports Emmy® for 2009's Outstanding Graphic Design

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:29 PM
Fox Sports News' "Sport Science" Composed of Innovative Graphic Design & Animation by Brain Zoo Studios
 
VAN NUYS, CA (APRIL 29, 2009) - Brain Zoo Studios and BASE Productions were honored with the Sports Emmy® for Outstanding Graphic Design for their work on the hit Fox Sports News' show "Sports Science".  The 28th annual Sports Emmy Awards were presented by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) on the evening of April 27.  Brain Zoo and BASE collaborated on the impressive graphical direction and animation for the show, which utilizes animation and graphics to showcase the various functions and effects of movement, injuries and motions of the human body in various sports.  John Brenkus, CEO and Director of BASE Productions says, "We partnered with Brain Zoo because of its professional reputation for high quality in animation.  The result of that relationship is an Emmy, and we couldn't be prouder."

For more information about the Sports Emmy Awards please visit: http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/sports_29th_winners.html.

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Consumers Can Explore the 3D Experience Prior to Purchase at Altex Computers and Electronics and NCIX Computers

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:27 PM
San Diego, Calif., April 30, 2009 -- iZ3D Inc., designer, developer and pioneer of advanced stereoscopic 3D visualization systems, has further expanded its nationwide presence in brick and mortar stores. Altex Computers and Electronics (www.altex.com) is a popular regional chain in Texas and also offers online purchasing. The second new retailer is NCIX Computers (http://ncix.com/), a regional chain in British Columbia that also offers an online store.

"The clear advantage for iZ3D to be in brick and mortar stores is customers can experience the amazing difference between 2D and 3D gameplay. iZ3D places all the 3D technology in the monitor, so that users can wear iZ3D's inexpensive passive polarized glasses. The monitor features a 170-degree 3D viewing angle so the whole family can play together. iZ3D is compatible with over 99% of off-the-shelf games. Users can visit our website to see the ever increasing list of compatible games," stated David Chechelashvili, VP Marketing for iZ3D, Inc.
iZ3D is currently offering great rebates on its website to make buying a 3D monitor even more affordable. The new iZ3D "3D Bucks Rebate Center" provides a listing of all available rebates.
iZ3D brand monitors are both top-of-the-line 2D monitors the entire family can use for everyday applications and, with the push of a button and a pair of passive 3D-glasses, provides an immersive 3D gaming and entertainment experience for the home.

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Adult Swim's Aqua Teen Hunger Force Debuts First-Ever Live-Action Episode, Starring T-Pain and Jon Benjamin

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:24 PM
New Season of Popular Adult Swim Series to Conclude with Live-Action Episode
 
BK-Sponsored Search Discovers Carl Look-A-Like to Round Out Cast
 
After more than 80 animated episodes of the Adult Swim hit Aqua Teen Hunger Force, creators Matt Maiellaro and Dave Willis have developed the first-ever live-action episode.  To mark the occasion, they turned to none-other-than Grammy-winning southern soulster and rapper T-Pain to portray the Aqua Teen's only sane and rational roommate Frylock, whose animated form looks much like a floating box of French fries.  Starring as the Aqua Teen's self-appointed leader Master Shake will be actor Jon Benjamin.  The lovable and remarkably stupid Meatwad will be live as well but bare a striking resemblance to an exercise ball, and first-time television actor Dave Long Jr. has been tapped to play the Aqua Teen's obnoxious neighbor Carl after a lengthy nationwide search.  The new season of Aqua Teen Hunger Force, which continues throughout May on Sunday nights, will conclude with this first-ever live-action episode on Sunday, May 31 at 11:45 p.m. (ET/PT).
 
Grammy-winning singer-song-writer-producer--and actor--T-Pain burst on the music scene in 2005 and has produced and written a plethora of chart-topping and platinum-selling singles.  In addition to the Grammy, T-Pain has garnered "Songwriter of the Year" and "Producer of the Year" honors at the BMI Urban Awards and earned a BET Award.  His self-produced third album, THR33 RINGZ, was released last November, debuting at #4 on the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart.
 
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Pocoyo steps out with Crocs

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:22 PM
Zinkia signs new merchandising deal for Pocoyo.
 
 
Spanish creative factory Zinkia has inked a merchandising deal for Spain with shoe designer and manufacturer Crocs, which sees the launch of a range of kids' shoes featuring top pre-school character Pocoyo.
 
The kids' Crocs, available in blue or pink, will hit the shelves in Spain in May 2009, and feature the eponymous Pocoyo on the white heel strap. This is the latest product line in an extensive range of merchandising and licensing goods based on the CGI animated series co-produced by Zinkia and ITV Global Entertainment.
 
Since the series debuted on TVE in October 2006, Pocoyo has become the number one pre-school property in Spain. Pocoyo currently airs on TVE2, where it achieved a 46% share amongst 4-6 year olds. On the toy front, master toy licensee Bandai has shifted over 1.5million toys in Spain, whilst Big Picture, which handles home entertainment in Spain and Portugal, has sold over 1 million units. The publishing sector is also performing well, with Planeta, which handles publishing rights in Spain, selling over half a million books to date.
 
The BAFTA-award winning series, licensed to over 100 countries worldwide has also notched up a strong internet following. The official Pocoyo web site, www.pocoyo.com, is now available in 9 different languages, and has registered over 16 million content downloads to date and over 2.7million unique visitors.
 

TOEI ANIMATION EUROPE AND ZAOZA TO LAUNCH MOBILE PRODUCTS WITH POPULAR ANIMATED SERIES SPACE PIRATE CAPTAIN HARLOCK AND KEN THE GREAT BEAR FIST IN FRANCE

By Editorial on May 19, 2009 12:20 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
 
PARIS (Apr. 29th 2009) - Toei Animation Europe S.A.S, a subsidiary of Toei Animation Co., Ltd., and zaOza will launch mobile products for the popular animated properties,  Space Pirate Captain Harlock, and Ken the Great Bear Fist, on April 29th 2009  in France.
 
The mobile contents: mini-videos, wallpapers and animated wallpapers, will be available throughout zaOza, the French digital content sharing and downloading platform.
 
"We are proud to give zaOza's users the opportunity to enjoy our key titles of Space Pirate Captain Harlock and Ken the Great Bear Fist.
 This operation is part of our plan to develop our mobile content business, not only in France but also in other European countries" said Mr. Kazahaya, Chief Operating Officer of Toei Animation Europe.
 
 
Space Pirate Captain Harlock
2980 AD., Earth is facing imminent attack from alien creatures. Unaware of the danger, humans live a soft and debauched life. But Captain Harlock, the space pirate, stands in the way of the invaders.
 
Ken the Great Bear Fist
In a devastated world, Ken starts an endless journey of fierce battles to fight evil and bring justice back on Earth.
 
 
About Toei Animation Europe
With headquarters in Tokyo and sales offices in Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Paris, Toei Animation (Jasdaq: 4816) ranks amongst the world's most prolific animation production studios. Toei Animation's operations include animation development and production, as well as worldwide marketing and program licensing. Founded in 2004, Toei Animation Europe is in charge of the distribution and exploitation of Toei Animation's animated series in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
 
Media Contact:
SSA Public Relations
Los Angeles: Shannon Kerr or Steve Syatt
                     818-907-5929
 
About zaOza
With 400 000 members, zaOza is the first legal platform in France for sharing and downloading digital and innovative contents.
To download exclusive contents (games/music/videos/logos/ringtones) on PC or mobile, and share them with your friends, come and discover zaOza's fantastic universe at www.zaoza.com.
 

FAVORITE PLAYHOUSE DISNEY CHARACTERS SHOWCASE IMPORTANCE OF WASHING HANDS IN SHORT FORM MESSAGES DEBUTING SATURDAY, MAY 9 ON DISNEY CHANNEL

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:17 PM
Favorite Playhouse Disney characters including Handy Manny, Special Agent Oso and Zefronk star in a new interstitial that showcases the importance of washing hands. The messages reinforce lessons taught at home including basic practices during a cold or flu. The messages will premiere SATURDAY, MAY 9 (6:25 a.m., 7:25 a.m., 8:25 a.m., 9:25 a.m. and 10:25 a.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel, will recur daily during the Playhouse Disney programming block and will be available on PlayhouseDisney.com.
 
Disney Channel has also increased rotation of its animated Playhouse Disney short-form series, "Can You Teach My Alligator Manners?," in which a boy and his pet alligator help preschoolers learn good manners especially when one has a cold or flu.  The series airs weekdays at 9:55 a.m. ET/PT and weekends at 6:25 a.m. and 8:55 a.m. ET/PT, and is also available on PlayhouseDisney.com.

Playhouse Disney is seen in a daily programming block on Disney Channel U.S. and in 16 languages across 21 Playhouse Disney channels around the world.

GAMING GURUS TO ADDRESS DEVELOP CONFERENCE

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:15 PM
Tandem Events today announces the line-up of keynote speakers for each of the tracks at this year's Develop Conference.

Subjects include: Art - a look at the art of LittleBigPlanet; Audio - making a run-time studio for game audio; Business - moving from boxed product to online games; Design - MMO development and working with licensed properties; Production - agile project management. Companies taking part are Media Molecule, Microsoft Studios, Nokia, Traveller's Tales, Mythic Entertainment, Hansoft and Ubisoft.

David Jones - creator of legendary titles Lemmings and Grand Theft Auto, and founder of Realtime Worlds one of the most successful developers in Europe - will give the overall conference keynote.

"The concept of individual track keynotes was successfully introduced at last year's event in recognition of the increasing sophistication of the varying disciplines within games development," commented Andy Lane managing director of Tandem Events.

"This year, there will also be a keynote presentation dedicated to mobile games development - a look at personalised content from Nokia and two keynote addresses for the brand new Evolve conference - a guide to the future of casual gaming and how to succeed with digital distribution."

Taking place on Tuesday 14 July, Evolve will focus on how to develop games for new platforms including mobile devices, iPhone and XBLA, new technologies and growing markets like social and casual gaming.
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D3PUBLISHER TO BRING SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT AND IMAGI STUDIOS' ASTRO BOY TO Wii™, NINTENDO DS™, PLAYSTATION®2 SYSTEM, AND PSP® SYSTEM THIS FALL

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:14 PM
LOS ANGELES - May 7, 2009 - D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today announced that it will bring Imagi Studios' new CG-animated movie, ASTRO BOY, to Wii™, Nintendo DS™, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, and the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system.  Based on the upcoming feature film which itself is inspired by one of the most beloved characters of all time, ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME will allow players to become Astro Boy, a young boy robot with incredible powers.  ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME is slated to ship worldwide this fall to coincide with the North American and international release of the movie in October 2009 from Summit Entertainment.
 
"We are confident that the ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME will be a faithful adaption of the movie by successfully blending action gameplay with immersive storytelling," said Alison Quirion, vice president of marketing, D3Publisher.  "Players of all ages will interact with the much-loved characters from the movie and square off against powerful foes from the movie for a rock solid gameplay experience from start to finish."     
 
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Summer Athletics 2009: On your marks for Wii, Xbox 360 and PC

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:11 PM
Hamburg/Germany, May 7th, 2009 - Wii™, PC and the Xbox 360®video game and entertainment system from Microsoft are the systems on the starting blocks for Summer Athletics 2009. The sports game will be available on all three platforms this summer. The Wii version even incorporates some of the physical elements of track and field thanks to the Wii Balance Board™.
 
In Summer Athletics 2009 the controls are individually designed for each platform and discipline, taking maximum advantage of each formats' unique strengths. This makes Summer Athletics 2009 easy-to-learn sports fun with a huge variety of gameplay.
 
While Wii players imitate the natural breaststroke of swimming, it is about rotating the left and right sticks in correct speed on Xbox 360. PC players either choose classical retro style keyboard controls or plug in their gamepad or Xbox 360 controller. Due to several years of experience with multiplatform sports titles, developer 49Games is known for creating intuitive and comfortable controls.
 
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IRASSHAIMASE! ANIME EXPO® 2009 ANNOUNCES ANIMAID CAFÉ TO DEBUT AT THIS YEAR'S CONVENTION

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:10 PM
Nation's Largest Anime and Manga Convention Looking for Maids & Hosts

Anaheim, California (May 6, 2009) -- Ever imagined or wanted to experience
the maid cafes of Akihabara, Japan in the U.S.? After much anticipation and
planning, Anime Expo® 2009 is proud to present its first ever Maid Café at
the nation's largest anime and manga convention held July 2-5, 2009 at the
Los Angeles Convention Center. More information can be found on the website
www.anime-expo.org <http://www.anime-expo.org> .

Hosted by the Funky Fresh Cosplay Group, AniMaid Café is an event you will
not want to miss!  The AniMaid Café caters to all guests with both Maids and
Hosts.  Enjoy the evening with food, drinks, live performances, fun
interactive games, contests, prizes, merriment and much more!  Don't miss
out on your chance to be a "master" at the nation's largest anime and manga
convention.

The AniMaid Café is also looking for volunteer Maids and Hosts!

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Full Sail University Announces New Graphic Design Bachelor of Science Online Degree

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:09 PM
WINTER PARK, FL, May 6, 2009 - Full Sail University (www.fullsail.edu), an award-winning entertainment media institution near Orlando, FL, is proud to announce the new online Graphic Design Bachelor of Science Online Degree Program, launching in June, 2009.

The new online degree program incorporates courses that teach students industry-standard disciplines including Digital Art & Theory, Color Theory, and Digital Storytelling. Students will use these disciplines along with industry-standard concepts such as corporate branding, typography, and page layout to produce their own high-end design projects.

In addition to design, students learn complimentary skills including customer relations, copyright law, and intellectual property to prepares student to enter the industry with the ability to meet client demands, produce creative results, and work with the demanding deadlines of the design industry.

The new online Bachelor's degree will offer students the real world education that has defined Full Sail for the past 30 years as an educational leader in the entertainment industry. The Full Sail Online platform offers students an innovative way to interact with instructors and fellow students over the Internet and gain access to course information 24 hours a day. To stay connected, Full Sail offers each student an Apple MacBook Pro through Project LaunchBox, which serves as their personal workstation throughout their education and into their careers.

"Full Sail's online platform, with current technology, provides students with an immersive and innovative educational system," said Luis Garcia, Vice President of Full Sail Online. "It is remarkable that students can obtain the Full Sail experience from all over the world."

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NATPE ANNOUNCES NEXT TV COMPETITION

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:08 PM
Annual Web Series Contest to Showcase and Honor
Top Online Video Content
 
LOS ANGELES - May 6, 2009 - The National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) has announced its second annual Next TV Competition leading up to the association's annual LATVFest in July where the winners will be honored.
 
Facilitated by Stickam.com, the pioneer of live streaming video and the largest live community on the Internet, the contest seeks to discover the best pilot for a new Web series or best episode from an existing Internet show in seven categories: branded entertainment, comedy, documentary / news, drama, lifestyle / do-it-yourself, long form (sponsored by YouTube) and reality / unscripted. Prizes include a six-month mentorship with a YouTube / Google Development Executive and Producer and the opportunity to co-produce a six-episode Web series on what's happening in television and new media, which will play on the NATPE Web site, Stickam.com, NATPE's YouTube Channel and other video sharing outlets.
 
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TITANIC, MILK STAR VICTOR GARBER DISCUSSES HIS ANIMATION DEBUT AS THE VOICE OF SINESTRO IN GREEN LANTERN: FIRST FLIGHT, THE NEXT DC UNIVERSE ANIMATED ORIGINAL FILM COMING TO DVD JULY 28, 2009

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:06 PM
From Academy Award blockbusters Titanic and Milk to Emmy-nominated
performances in Alias and Will & Grace to Tony Award nods for a
lengthy list of leading roles on Broadway, Victor Garber has achieved
acting greatness regardless of the format.

Now add animation to his list of successes.

In his animation debut, Garber masterfully crafts the voice for the
calculating, villainous Sinestro in Green Lantern: First Flight, the
fifth in the ongoing series of DC Universe animated original PG-13
movies. Warner Premiere, DC Comics and Warner Bros. Animation are set
to release the all-new film - as a special edition 2-disc DVD, a
Blu-Ray™ Hi-Def edition, as well as single disc DVD - on July 28,
2009, as distributed by Warner Home Video. The action-packed movie
will also be available OnDemand and Pay-Per-View as well as available
for download day and date, July 28, 2009.

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RESEARCH PROVES PBS KIDS RAISING READERS SERIES "SUPER WHY!" HELPS CHILDREN LEARN TO READ

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:04 PM
Hit PBS KIDS® Series Boosts Literacy Skills for Preschoolers
Through Interactive Storybook Adventures and Unique
Educational Approach on TV, Online and in Communities
 
Study Shows Greatest Skill Enhancement for Children from Low-Income Families
 
Arlington, VA, May 6, 2009 - Two new studies on the highly rated, award-winning PBS KIDS series Super WHY! prove that children, especially those from low-income families, are learning core early literacy skills from the TV series and its educational support materials.  The studies were funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) through a cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Education's Ready To Learn Grant.  The first study conducted by the Annenberg School for Communication, at the University of Pennsylvania, assessed the TV series' abilities to help boost preschoolers' early literacy skills ranging from knowledge of the alphabet to letter sounds and reading comprehension. The second study evaluated how children learn from the series content via Super WHY! five day reading camps where children were invited to take a hands-on approach to applying the Super Readers reading lessons into their daily lives.  Super WHY! is part  of the PBS KIDS Raising Readers initiative, which uses multiplatform content and targeted, local community engagement activities to help increase literacy skills for children ages 2-to-8, especially those from low-income families.
 
The Annenberg study, which was headed by Deborah L. Linebarger, Ph.D., Director of the Annenberg Children's Media Lab, determined whether young viewers learned the key early literacy content in the show, such as letter names and sounds, rhyming, and matching spoken words to print and whether they applied their learning in their daily lives.  "Learning to read begins early on in a child's life," said Dr. Linebarger, "and children need multiple experiences with storytelling and language in which to do so.     The format of Super WHY! provides them with an engaging platform that fosters literacy skills, resulting in learning the content featured in the program as well as applying that content to other contexts."
 
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TRION WORLD NETWORK CONFIRMS E3 ATTENDANCE

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:03 PM
Trion to Unveil Highly Anticipated 'Heroes of Telara™'

 

Redwood City, Calif. - May 6, 2009 - Trion World Network will unveil its first videogame, Heroes of Telara™, at E3 2009.  Heroes of Telara™ is a fantasy Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) where everyday gamers are forged into legendary heroes.  In Heroes of Telara™, players are challenged to conquer the unknown in an epic, ever-changing world.  Heroes of Telara™ will feature an unprecedented level of rich and dynamic gameplay, driven by recurring events, unexpected challenges and limitless new content. 
 
"Trion is excited to share what we have been working on and to reveal the universe of Heroes of Telara™," said Russ Brown, vice president, Channel One, Trion.  "The team is producing a magnificent new universe in which players can immerse themselves in endless adventure."
 
Trion will be located at Suite #405, Concourse Hall, Los Angeles Convention Center, June 2-4, 2009.
 
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TAITO'S 'SPACE INVADERS EXTREME' BLASTS ONTO XBOX LIVE ARCADE

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:02 PM
Beloved arcade classic revamped with new gameplay, HD graphics and four-player multiplayer modes for 30th Anniversary

EMERYVILLE, CA (May 6, 2009) - Taito Corp. today announced that Space Invaders Extreme™ is now available on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Commemorating the 30th Anniversary of the original 1978 Space Invaders™ arcade shooter, gamers can now experience a complete reimagining of the classic for the first time in high definition with exclusive new Xbox 360 features. Developed by Backbone Entertainment, Space Invaders Extreme now offers four-player co-op and competitive multiplayer modes, dazzling new graphics with colorful visualizer backgrounds, modernized gameplay features, and vibrant synchronized music and sound effects for a more intense and addictive gameplay experience.

"We are proud to celebrate 30 years of continued Space Invaders popularity, and bringing the game to Xbox LIVE Arcade is a critical step to the next evolution of the game," said Seiji Kawakami, Producer, Taito Corporation. "In Space Invaders Extreme for XBLA, we retain the vintage 2-D look and classic gameplay of the original, while taking advantage of the HD graphics and sound capabilities, as well as expanding the
multiplayer functionality to allow for even more people to play and enjoy the game together."

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Happy Birthday EVE Online!

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 5:01 PM
EVE Online celebrates its 6th year of existence today--May 6th. That's six strong years of continuous growth thanks to tireless integration of user feedback into game design and pushing to release around two major free expansions per year. Our single-shard world, where everyone plays on the same shared server, has seen tremendous benefit from having each player able to interact and affect each other player in a persistent manner. From massive fleet battles to individual bonds of trust, every pilot in EVE has the potential to rock the ship of hundreds of thousands of others by their actions.

At one population milestone we saw agreements form between alliances. At another we were able to fully turn over the economy to the players. As the population of New Eden has grown, so have the instances of emergent behaviors of its pilots. A 6 year persistant history. A living history where truly brilliant strategies have unfolded. Truly terrible betrayals unveiled. We are excited to see what will happen next.

This year has been very successful for EVE Online, thanks in large part to our latest free expansion EVE Online: Apocrypha and a return to retail. We started out the year with around 244,000 subscribers and in five short months we've had a 22% growth in subscribers. In the past couple days we surpassed the impressive milestone of 300,000 active subscribers. That doesn't include trial accounts. We've broken our peak concurrent user record 3 times this year alone, standing now at an impressive 53,850 in the same universe. That is exponential growth. We couldn't think of a better birthday present than having more people playing EVE Online than ever before. It is another sweet reminder of EVE's boundless potential.

As always, we encourage you to bring your friends, family and even enemies to New Eden by visiting www.eveonline.com and downloading a free trial or by heading to your local retailer and purchasing a copy of EVE Online, which includes 60 days of game time.

GON 3D image release during Licensing International Expo!!

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:58 PM
Daewon Media of Korea is well into production of TV animated GON.
 
 
Daewon Media has revealed its plan to open the first 3D artworks of GON, a TV animation series, to
public during the Licensing International Expo held in Las Vegas, USA this June. 
 
"GON" is a fictional character in a shape of a small dinosaur with unimaginable power and speed. 
The story takes place in the wild where GON goes through each uproarious day with other animals. 
  
Originally created by Tanaka Masashi (田中政志) in 1992 on a Kodansha's weekly cartoon
magazine 'Morning', GON got much attention from the fans worldwide with its detailed drawing of
various animal characters, very much like that of real life. It was especially known for its story-telling
where no dialogues and no human ever appear throughout the entire story, relying only on the
images.  This was a never been done method that caught everyone's attention.  However it
maintained to be fresh and funny, keeping its core message.
 
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MTV GAMES, HARMONIX AND EA UNVEIL REPLICA RICKENBACKER AND GRETSCH GUITAR INSTRUMENT CONTROLLERS FOR THE BEATLES™: ROCK BAND™

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:57 PM
The Beatles: Rock Band Pre-Order Club Goes Live Today, May 5th
 
 
New York - May 5, 2009 - Harmonix Music Systems, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), announced today that replica Rickenbacker 325 and Gretsch Duo Jet™ guitars will be made available as standalone music peripheral controllers for The Beatles: Rock Band. In addition, The Beatles: Rock Band Pre-Order Club also goes live today in the U.S. and Canada[1] giving fans exclusive news and access to exclusive game elements from the eagerly awaited game set for release worldwide on 9/9/09.
 
The Rickenbacker 325 and Gretsch Duo Jet guitars are hailed as two of the signature, most celebrated instruments played by John Lennon and George Harrison throughout their careers, respectively. They will be made available for MSRP $99.99 in the U.S. and in continental Europe for MSRP €99.99 and for MSRP £89.99 in the UK. These wireless instrument controllers join the previously announced Höfner bass controller, a large-scale replica of the bass famously used by Sir Paul McCartney, and the Ringo Starr inspired and Ludwig-branded Rock Band 2 drums, with a classic pearl finish and vintage replica Beatles kick drum head. All controllers will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION® 3, Wii™ and will be compatible with all Rock Band titles.
 
 
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ITV GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT PARTNERS HIDDEN CITY GAMES WITH JAKKS PACIFIC, INC TO EXTEND THE LEADING GIRLS' PROPERTY 'BELLA SARA(TM)' IN USA

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:56 PM
London, 5th May 2009 - ITV Global Entertainment Ltd has appointed the leading licensing company Jakks Pacific, Inc to represent the globally established online and television girls' property Bella Sara(tm) in the USA and Canada markets.
 
The new deal, brokered by Marina Lum-Kang, SVP, Brand Extensions and Marketing, North America at ITV Global Entertainment Ltd, will see Jakks Pacific, Inc, develop the brand through distribution deals with toy stores, mass market retailers, mail order companies and online outlets.   The license acquired encompasses a range of products including feature plush toys, figurines, dolls, play-sets, dress-up, kites and stationery.
 
Created for children aged 5 to 13 years old, Bella Sara is the award winning and hugely popular international children's entertainment property set in a magical world of horses. Originally launched in Denmark by creator Gitte Odder Braendgaard, Bella Sara inspires pro-social dialogue and thought with positive messages, with the objective of stimulating children's imaginations through interactive play. After its introduction to the U.S. in 2007 by Hidden City Games, Inc., Bella Sara quickly expanded globally into a leading international children's entertainment property featuring trading cards, a virtual world, toys, apparel, animation and more.
 
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Revelatory New Book Shares Disney's Influence on Collective Identity

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:54 PM
Eleonora Duvivier Chronicles Intersection of Technology, Psychology, Mysticism in New Nonfiction

"I hope we don't lose sight of one thing- it was all started by a mouse."    - Walt Disney

MADISON , Wis. - In her highly insightful, inspirational new nonfiction, From Mars to Marceline: In Search of Disney (published by AuthorHouse), Eleonora Duvivier reveals what she believes to be the seed of our collective personal identity, founded upon the influence of Disney's creativity and enterprise in regards to technological, psychological and mystical innovation.  

Well-researched and grounded by personal experience and affection for her subject, From Mars to Marceline is at once a thesis, reflection and confession for Duvivier. From Mars to Marceline explores some of the fundamental ways in which Disney - as a man who gave birth to a revolutionary concept - affects our world today. Topics include aspects of technological life, which join fantasy and mechanical processes; the ever-growing dimension of fiction in everyday, trivial life and in our interactions; and the human mind's capacity for mysticism, faith and metaphysical heroism. In her introduction, Duvivier, invites readers to stand in awe of what Disney created. She writes:

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VIZ MEDIA DELIGHTS NARUTO FANS WITH THE NEW SHONEN JUMP NARUTO SHIPPUDEN COLLECTOR

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:50 PM

NarutoShippudenCollector_COVER__FINAL.jpgNew Comprehensive Release For Summer 2009 Is The Ultimate Guide For Naruto Shippuden
 Manga, Anime, Video Games, Trading Cards And More

San Francisco, CA, MAY 4, 2009 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has announced that SHONEN JUMP is releasing Naruto Shippuden Collector for Summer 2009 on May 5th. The volume is rated 'T' for Teens and will carry an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN.

This exciting edition covers everything about the exotic world of Naruto, from the first-ever in-depth look at the new Shippuden anime story arc to an 11-volume manga guide. It also examines the latest Naruto Shippuden video games, card game and merchandise releases, and is loaded with puzzles, activities and a bonus 17-page manga preview. Also included are two double-sided full-color pinups, a Might Guy promo card, a 100+ Shippuden episode guide, and breakdowns on Series 12 and 13 of the Naruto Trading Card Game.


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PLAYHOUSE DISNEY CELEBRATES RECORD-BREAKING UK PERFORMANCE

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:49 PM
·       Best ever quarterly reach for Playhouse Disney in the UK

·       Best ever weekly share for Playhouse Disney, making it the number one pay-TV preschool channel in the UK

·       Best ever programme launch with "Special Agent Oso"


London: 1st May 2008: Leading preschool TV channel, Playhouse Disney, today announced its best ever quarterly performance in the UK. The channel doubled its share year on year to 1.8%* and attracted 5.8 million viewers between January and March 2009, up 14% on the previous year.

This positive trend has continued in April, with Playhouse Disney achieving its best ever weekly share among kids at 2.3%**, beating the channel's main competitor, Nick Jr, for the first time, and making Playhouse Disney the UK's number one preschool channel in pay-TV.

April also saw the channel's best ever launch with animated preschool series Special Agent Oso, which premiered on Saturday 4th April at 9:50am. Across its premiere weekend, the show starring Academy Award-nominee Sean Astin ("The Goonies", "Lord of the Rings Trilogy") as the voice of Oso, was seen by 377,000 viewers, including 181,000 kids aged 4-15.

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ENTITY FX SCORES SECOND EMMY AWARD FOR SPORT SCIENCE

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:48 PM
Santa Monica, CA (April 30, 2009) - Film, television and commercial visual effects company Entity FX has landed a 2009 Sports Emmy® Award for its work on the television series Sport Science. The award marks Entity FX's second Emmy accolade for the show, which is produced by BASE Productions and airs on Fox Sports Network (FSN).

Entity FX was recognized in the category of Outstanding Graphic Design, with the following Entity FX team members named on the award: Senior Graphic Designer: Mat Beck; Graphic Designers: Rod Park, Trent H. Smith; and Graphic Artists: Mike "Pharoah" Barrett, Junji Hirano, Andrew Lema, Rik Panero, Andrea Shear, Christina Spring, Mike Spring, Jesse Siglow, Ian Wilson, Doug Witsken and Kaz Yoshida.

Sport Science combines live footage, motion capture, digital models and detailed graphics to give the audience a look into the physical feats of leading athletes. From football and baseball to billiards and boxing, the show explores the science behind the unmatched abilities of sports performers at the tops of their games.

Entity FX received the first of its back-to-back Sports Emmy honors in April 2008, when it worked with BASE Productions to develop the look of Sport Science in its initial season. This year's awards were held April 27, 2009, in New York City, with winners in 32 categories selected from among more than 750 entries.

About Entity FX
Entity FX specializes in visual effects for feature film, television and commercials. With facilities in Santa Monica, California, and Vancouver, British Columbia, Entity FX delivers creativity on the demands of today's production with a range of services in pre-visualization, on-set supervision, virtual backgrounds, matte painting, environmental effects, compositing, CG animation, specialty photography and more.

Entity FX has contributed visual effects to a range of motion pictures including The Spirit, The X Files: I Want To Believe, Into the Wild, Rush Hour 3, Miami Vice, Spider-Man 2, The Aviator, Scary Movie 4, Herbie: Fully Loaded and many others. Credits in television include Smallville, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Pushing Daisies, Fight Science, Crime 360, 48 Hours Mystery and numerous other television pilots, specials and shows. Entity FX has received several awards and nominations from the Visual Effects Society and two Emmy Awards for its work on Sport Science. For more information, visit www.entityfx.com or call (310) 899-9779 (Santa Monica) or (604) 646-2400 (Vancouver).

Adult Swim's Aqua Teen Hunger Force Debuts First-Ever Live-Action Episode, Starring T-Pain and Jon Benjamin

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:45 PM
New Season of Popular Adult Swim Series to Conclude with Live-Action Episode

BK-Sponsored Search Discovers Carl Look-A-Like to Round Out Cast

After more than 80 animated episodes of the Adult Swim hit Aqua Teen Hunger Force, creators Matt Maiellaro and Dave Willis have developed the first-ever live-action episode.  To mark the occasion, they turned to none-other-than Grammy-winning southern soulster and rapper T-Pain to portray the Aqua Teen's only sane and rational roommate Frylock, whose animated form looks much like a floating box of French fries.  Starring as the Aqua Teen's self-appointed leader Master Shake will be actor Jon Benjamin.  The lovable and remarkably stupid Meatwad will be live as well but bare a striking resemblance to an exercise ball, and first-time television actor Dave Long Jr. has been tapped to play the Aqua Teen's obnoxious neighbor Carl after a lengthy nationwide search.  The new season of Aqua Teen Hunger Force, which continues throughout May on Sunday nights, will conclude with this first-ever live-action episode on Sunday, May 31 at 11:45 p.m. (ET/PT).
Grammy-winning singer-song-writer-producer--and actor--T-Pain burst on the music scene in 2005 and has produced and written a plethora of chart-topping and platinum-selling singles.  In addition to the Grammy, T-Pain has garnered "Songwriter of the Year" and "Producer of the Year" honors at the BMI Urban Awards and earned a BET Award.  His self-produced third album, THR33 RINGZ, was released last November, debuting at #4 on the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart.

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BELOVED MUPPETS OF PLAZA SÉSAMO AND POPULAR MEXICAN TV STARS ADDRESS SWINE FLU EMERGENCY THROUGH CHILDREN'S FAVORITE FURRY FRIENDS

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:44 PM
Grupo Televisa and Sesame Workshop encourage children: tell a parent if you feel sick, wash your hands and cover your mouth when you cough and sneeze.
 
(Mexico City, MÉXICO and New York, NEW YORK; April 29, 2009) - Beyond teaching letters and numbers, Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street and Plaza Sésamo, is known for its consistently honest and brave approach to tough subjects.  As news and concern about a potential swine flu pandemic originating in Mexico City reaches around the world, today is no exception.  Production partners for over 35 years, Televisa, México's largest producer and terrestrial broadcaster, and Sesame Workshop have produced four public service announcements (PSAs) featuring the beloved Muppets of Plaza Sésamo Pancho and Lola as well as Mexican celebrities Lucero, Jorge Poza and Adrián Uribe, all of whom donated their time to the cause.  Plaza Sésamo's Education and Research team worked with México's Ministry of Health on developing the scripts which present the following important messages:
 
Tell a parent if you feel sick so they can take you to the doctor.  Don't go to school or outside where there are people who might catch your sickness.
 
It is important to cover your mouth with a tissue or your arm if you sneeze or cough.  Be sure to throw away the tissue and cover the trash can, too!
 
Wash your hands with soap and clean water several times throughout the day for at least 20 seconds.
 
The PSAs began airing on Televisa this morning.
 
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VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES A CAPTIVATING LINE UP OF NEW ANIMATED AND LIVE-ACTION DVD RELEASES FOR SECOND QUARTER 2009

By Editorial on May 7, 2009 4:35 PM
San Francisco, CA, JULY 29, 2009 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has announced a diverse collection of new animated and live-action titles scheduled for release throughout the Second Quarter of 2009.

The new releases include DEATH NOTE RELIGHT: VISIONS OF A GOD, which retells the groundbreaking DEATH NOTE psychological crime drama from an entirely new perspective. Also set for release is the concluding DVD Box Set of the DEATH NOTE animated series. New BLEACH episodic and NARUTO box set editions are also scheduled for release, along with the next Box Set compilation of HUNTER X HUNTER. INUYASHA fans will delight in the debut of the final Season 7 Box Set edition containing the series' cliffhanger finale, while younger fans can look forward to four new POKÉMON DVDS that highlight their favorite characters.

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The Orlando Magic Unveils New Graphics Created by Students at Full Sail University

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:55 PM
WINTER PARK, FL, April 29, 2009 - The Orlando Magic (www.orlandomagic.com) and Full Sail University (www.fullsail.edu) announced the winning teams of a re-branding design contest exclusive to Full Sail students, to develop a new and creative graphics package to be featured at the games throughout the season.  Two teams of students were selected for their motion graphics work, which was unveiled last week during the NBA playoffs at the Amway Arena.   

The Orlando Magic accepted proposals from Full Sail University student teams representing degree programs including: Digital Arts & Design, Computer Animation, Graphic Design, and Entertainment Business. Students competed to create the text and graphics for the offense and defense, as well as general noise prompts, to play on the Jumbotron to energize fans at the Orlando Magic home games.

The winning teams are comprised of six students including: Dustin Bankord, Juan Colon, Tyler Joynt, Ron Monahan, Jose Ramirez and Jared Sanders.  "Each student that entered the contest was able to further their academic reach with real world experience in the industry - this time working with a national brand," said Pete Bandstra, Program Director of Computer Animation and Game Art.  "The partnership they have created with the Orlando Magic has added significant professional credits for their portfolios before graduation."

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GREEN LANTERN: FIRST FLIGHT GETS NEW STREET DATE; FIFTH DC UNIVERSE ANIMATED ORIGINAL MOVIE ARRIVES JULY 28, 2009 FROM WARNER HOME VIDEO

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:54 PM
BURBANK, CA, (April 29, 2008) - The street date for Green Lantern: First Flight, the fifth entry in the popular DVD series of DC Universe Animated Original PG-13 Movies, has shifted to July 28, 2009.  A co-production of Warner Premiere, DC Comics and Warner Bros. Animation, the illuminated hero's first-ever full-length animated film will be distributed by Warner Home Video.  Green Lantern: First Flight will be available as a special edition 2-disc version on DVD and Blu-Ray™ Hi-Def for $24.98 (SRP) and $29.99 (SRP), respectively, as well as single disc DVD for $19.98 (SRP).
 
Christopher Meloni (Law & Order: Special Victims Unit) leads the cast as the voice of Hal Jordan aka Green Lantern. The cast includes Emmy Award nominee Victor Garber (Milk, Titanic), Tricia Helfer (Battlestar Galactica) and Michael Madsen (Reservoir Dogs). Produced by animation legend Bruce Timm, Green Lantern: First Flight is directed by Lauren Montgomery (Wonder Woman, Superman Doomsday) and scripted by four-time Emmy Award-winning writer Alan Burnett (The Batman).
 
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E-on Software Uncovers Vue 7.5

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:53 PM
VUE 7.5 PRE RELEASE AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE FOR USERS UNDER MAINTENANCE

April 29, 2009. Beaverton, Oregon: e-on software, maker of Vue, the leading solutions for natural
3D environments, today disclosed the new features available in its upcoming professional solutions,
Vue 7.5 xStream and Vue 7.5 Infinite.
Release 7.5 of Vue xStream and Infinite will add significant new functionality to Vue 7. Following
the terms of e-on software's maintenance contracts, users of Vue 7 xStream or Vue 7 Infinite who
subscribed to a Standard or Premium maintenance plan will receive the upgrade to the corresponding
Vue 7.5 product at no charge.

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VIDEO GAMES LIVE TO PLAY L.A.'S GREEK THEATRE JUNE 4th

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:52 PM
Multi-Media Concert Experience Featuring Video Game Music Set to Close E3 Expo


WHAT:
Returning to the city where it began, Video Games Live (VGL) will take the stage at the Greek Theatre as the finale for the three-day E3 Expo (the annual computer and video games trade show). Since its first show in 2005 at the Hollywood Bowl, combining the power and excitement of a rock concert with the energy and emotion of a symphony orchestra and spiked with the cutting-edge visuals, technology, interactivity, and immersive fun that only video games can provide. Each multimedia performance delivers the music from the most popular video games of all time (from Mario Brothers, Zelda and Tetris up through Final Fantasy, World of Warcraft and Halo). www.videogameslive.com <http://www.videogameslive.com>
 
WHO:
Tommy Tallarico--the dynamic creator of Video Games Live--is recognized as one of the most successful video game composers in history and is considered the person most instrumental in changing the game industry from "bleeps and bloops" to complex interactive soundtracks.  According to the Guinness Book of World Records, no one in the history of the industry has ever worked on as many games as Tommy (more than 275 titles to date).  Last month, Tallarico was awarded the Ambassador Award at the Game Developers Conference for his work in helping to advance the game audio industry.  The award recognized his 18 years as a groundbreaking composer (Earthworm Jim 1 & 2, Disney's Aladdin, Cool Spot, The Terminator, Madden Football, Tony Hawk Skateboarding, Spider-Man, and Pac-Man World, etc.), co-founder of Video Games Live and founder of G.A.N.G., a non-profit that provides interactive audio resources and instruction for its members.  Tommy is available for interviews before the show.

WHEN:
Thursday, June 4th  
8:00PM
 
WHERE:
Greek Theatre
2700 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 665-3125
www.greektheatrela.com <http://www.greektheatrela.com>
 
Admission: $25-$70
 

Sony Online Entertainment Reveals Doomsday in DC Universe™ Online

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:51 PM
Doomsday, the cursed Kryptonian creature, was bred to embody hate and rage. His sole reason for living is to extinguish all other life, including the citizens of Metropolis and their beloved hero, Superman.

Born on the planet Krypton during a time when only the strongest creatures could survive, Doomsday was the result of a rapid natural selection process bred to hate all life. Doomsday's body is covered with vicious bony spurs that can render even Superman's skin. His endurance makes him almost impossible to kill. He is the epitome of villainous power and strength. With the ability to regenerate after every battle, Doomsday becomes bigger and stronger; therefore no opponent of his has ever defeated him twice.

Don't think that Doomsday is a mindless creature destroying everything in his path just because he hates all living things. He can think and reason, which makes him a valuable weapon to anyone seeking to manipulate and control his rampages of mayhem and destruction. But who could possibly want to do such a thing? That's right: Lex Luthor is obsessed with capturing Doomsday to turn him into the ultimate minion for Luthor's destructive plans.

The story of when Doomsday attacked Metropolis is a tragic one.  During Doomsday's rampage, an epic battle erupted on the streets of Metropolis where neither Superman nor Doomsday would back down. Superman knew Doomsday's rage would fuel the fight driving the battle on as Superman continued to weaken, incurring severe wounds which began to drain his stamina. In the end, the two combatants attacked each other simultaneously with a fatal blow, leaving both lifeless in front of The Daily Planet Building - perfectly situated for a cover story that would shatter the world.

HARRY POTTER™: THE EXHIBITION OPENS AT CHICAGO'S MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY ON APRIL 30, 2009

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:49 PM
World premiere of exhibit showcases more than 200 authentic props and costumes from the films
 
CHICAGO (April 29, 2009)-- Harry Potter: The Exhibition will make its world premiere on April 30, 2009, at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, the only Midwest location on the exhibit's U.S. tour.  The exhibition, which will offer fans a firsthand look inside the boy wizard's magical world and the opportunity to experience the amazing craftsmanship of more than 200 authentic costumes and props from the Harry Potter films, will be on view in Chicago until September 27, 2009.
 
"Harry Potter: The Exhibition truly embodies the Museum's mission of inspiring the inventive genius in everyone," said David Mosena, president and CEO of the Museum. "The Harry Potter stories have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike with their incredible creativity.  As the premiere venue, and the only Midwest location on the exhibition's U.S.
tour, we are thrilled to be able to offer guests the first chance to experience the magical world of Harry Potter in a new, unique way."
 
 
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ArtVPS names the day for Shaderlight launch

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:49 PM
ArtVPS, the specialist developer of ray-tracing technology, has announced the launch date for a pre-release version of Shaderlight, a revolutionary new rendering technology that will deliver massive productivity and creativity improvements over traditional ray-trace rendering engines. Shaderlight is being launched as a pre-release version so early adopters of the technology can help shape the software by providing valuable feedback during the key final phase of product development. Shaderlight 0.1 will be available for free download from 1 June 2009.

Shaderlight is a physically based ray-trace renderer that enables 3D artists and other visualisation specialists to make changes to key image attributes at any stage of the rendering process - even on production quality images - without having to restart rendering computations. Users will be able to make interactive changes to materials, environments, lights and textures (the MELT elements) on high resolution images, enabling a level of creative fine-tuning that would be impossible using standard rendering software.

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CRUNCHYROLL AND KADOKAWA PICTURES USA CONTINUES KADOKAWA TUESDAYS WITH ISOLA, SHIKOKU AND THE HORROR COLLECTIONS FROM J-HORROR ANTHOLOGY: UNDERWORLD, DARK TALES OF JAPAN AND RAMPO NOIR

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:46 PM
Members and Fans Can Now Expect New Titles from Kadokawa Pictures USA Every
Tuesday at the Number One Online Destination for Anime and Asian
Entertainment


San Francisco, CA (April 28, 2009) -- Bone chilling anthologies and live
action films of horror, mystery and horror from Japan are now available on
Crunchyroll for fans and members as "Kadokawa Tuesdays" continues with
ISOLA, SHIKOKU and the DARK TALES OF JAPAN, J-HORROR ANTHOLOGY II and RAMPO
NOIR collections.  More information can be found at:
http://www.crunchyroll.com/publisher/kadokawapicturesusa
<http://www.crunchyroll.com/publisher/kadokawapicturesusa>

The DARK TALES OF JAPAN collection consists of THE SPIDERWOMAN, CREVICES,
THE SACRIFICE, BLONDE KWAIDAN and PRESENTIMENT.

The J-HORROR ANTHOLOGY: UNDERWORLD collection consists of CHAIN MAIL, LEFT
BEHIND THE MOUNTAIN, TATTOO, VIEWFINDER'S MEMORY, GUARDIAN ANGEL and
MORTUARY.

The RAMPO NOIR collection consists of MARS CANAL, MIRROR HELL, CATERPILLAR
and CRAWLING BUGS.

These "Kadokawa Tuesday" titles are available at 12:00 pm PST today, for
FREE, to all fans and members in the U.S., Canada, American Samoa, United
States Minor Outlying Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam and Virgin Island regions.

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The ITFS 09 confronts the crisis with full-power animation and a strong position

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:45 PM
Stuttgart - The Stuttgart Festival of Animated Film will be taking place from May 5 - May 10, 2009. At its heart are 650 very different films. The Festival now awards prize money totalling 57,500 Euro in eight competition categories. Bettina Zimmermann, Benno Fürmann, Christoph Maria Herbst und Bastian Pastewka are in the running for the newly-created Award for the Best Voice Actor in a Feature-length Animated Film.

 

It is now official: The popular, award-winning actors Bettina Zimmermann ("Die Jagd nach dem Schatz der Nibelungen" - The Hunt for the Nibelungen Treasure) and Benno Fürmann ("Nordwand" - North Wall) as well as the comedians Christoph Maria Herbst ("Stromberg") and Bastian Pastewka ("Neues vom Wixxer" - the Wexxer) are the four celebrities nominated for the Award for the Best Voice Actor in a Feature-length Animated Film with a cash prize of 2,500 Euro. The winner will be present to receive the award in person on Sunday, May 10 at the award ceremony. This will be held at the closing gala at the Gloria cinema in Stuttgart.

 
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Autodesk Kynapse Middleware Licensed for 'America's Army 3' Computer Game Intelligent Non-player Characters Will Enhance Game Play in the New Title

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:44 PM
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., April 28, 2009 - Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) has
announced that the U.S. Army has licensed Autodesk Kynapse artificial
intelligence (AI) middleware for the "America's Army 3" computer game.
Kynapse will help to enhance game play in the new title by providing AI to
various classes of non-player characters (NPCs). NPCs are characters that
are not controlled by the individual playing the computer game. "America's
Army 3" will be released in 2009.

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THE CALARTS SCHOOL OF FILM/VIDEO SHOWCASE 2009

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:43 PM
Valencia, CA, April 28, 2009--California Institute of the Arts proudly presents The CalArts School of Film/Video Showcase 2009, April 30-May 15, 2009.  

A festival of year-end screenings of work produced in the Film Directing Program, Program in Film and Video and Experimental Animation program and Character Animation, Showcase 2009 highlights works chosen as the best student work of the year in film, video, and animation.  Screenings are free and open to the public. For further information about specific programs, please call the CalArts School of Film/Video at (661) 253-7825 or visit www.film.calarts.edu.

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CRUNCHYROLL LAUNCHES MORE LICENSED EPISODES AND TITLES FROM MUNHWA BROADCASTING CORPORATION (MBC) KOREAN DRAMAS: MY BELOVED SISTER, NIGHT AFTER NIGHT, THANK YOU, WHAT PLANET ARE YOU FROM? AND AIR CITY

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:42 PM
Leading Online Anime Distributor Continues Existing Titles With New Episodes
and Launches New Titles of Highly Popular Korean Dramas

San Francisco, California (April 27, 2009) - Crunchyroll, the online world's
#1 destination for Asian content, continues the licensed streaming of highly
popular Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Korean drama titles with the
continued k-drama stories for MY BELOVED SISTER.  In addition, Crunchyroll
launches new k-drama titles NIGHT AFTER NIGHT, THANK YOU, WHAT PLANET ARE
YOU FROM? and AIR CITY.  More information can be found at
www.crunchyroll.com/drama.

These Korean drama titles are free for all Crunchyroll users in the U.S.,
Canada and U.S. provinces.

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Realtime Worlds Names Leading Video Game Industry Executive Gary Dale as new CEO

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:41 PM
Former Take-Two Exec Assumes Helm of Innovative Interactive Entertainment Company on Verge of First Online Game Launch
 
 
            BOULDER, Colo. - April 27, 2009- Realtime Worlds, Inc., a leading independent video game developer and publisher, has chosen respected interactive entertainment executive Gary Dale as its new chief executive officer.  A video game business expert with more than 25 years of executive experience, Dale will oversee the day-to-day operations and drive strategic direction of Realtime Worlds and its products, commencing with the highly-anticipated urban-themed online game All Points Bulletin.
 "Having worked with Gary earlier in his career at BMG Interactive, I am deeply impressed with his management style and profound understanding of the entertainment business," said David Jones, co-founder and creative director, Realtime Worlds.  "As RTW transitions from being a traditional developer to an online publisher I could not be happier that Gary will lead us through this exciting phase of our growth. His years of experience at companies such as Capcom and Take-Two will prove invaluable in ensuring we meet our goals of becoming a world leading next-generation online publisher. My focus going forward will be on ensuring we continue to deliver quality innovative experiences as with our debut title, Crackdown."
 
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Celebrate Memorial Day with Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:14 PM
Literacy-Powered Two-Hour Marathon
With New Episodes and Live Action Content To
Premiere Nationwide on PBS KIDS®

On-Air Event Kicks Off a Whole Summer of
Reading Fun with Super WHY!
 
New York, NY, April 20, 2009 - This Memorial Day, fans young and old across the nation can celebrate heroes with Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes, a special two-hour marathon airing Monday May 25, 2009 on PBS KIDS® (check local listings).  Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes will delight preschoolers with two debut interactive episodes and two returning favorites, featuring the page-turning storybook adventures of Super Why and his fellow reading superheroes as they unveil what the power of reading can do.  The special event also features never-before-seen live-action interviews in-between the episodes in which real kids share their thoughts about what it means to be a hero. 

The special Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes TV event kicks off a jam-packed summer of reading-powered fun that also will feature special Super WHY! theme weeks, online games and free downloadable materials designed to help families reinforce the literacy skill building lessons within the series and help nurture their own "super readers" at home.       
 
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Celebrate Memorial Day with Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes

By Editorial on May 1, 2009 5:14 PM
Literacy-Powered Two-Hour Marathon
With New Episodes and Live Action Content To
Premiere Nationwide on PBS KIDS®

On-Air Event Kicks Off a Whole Summer of
Reading Fun with Super WHY!
 
New York, NY, April 20, 2009 - This Memorial Day, fans young and old across the nation can celebrate heroes with Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes, a special two-hour marathon airing Monday May 25, 2009 on PBS KIDS® (check local listings).  Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes will delight preschoolers with two debut interactive episodes and two returning favorites, featuring the page-turning storybook adventures of Super Why and his fellow reading superheroes as they unveil what the power of reading can do.  The special event also features never-before-seen live-action interviews in-between the episodes in which real kids share their thoughts about what it means to be a hero. 

The special Super WHY! - Hurray for Heroes TV event kicks off a jam-packed summer of reading-powered fun that also will feature special Super WHY! theme weeks, online games and free downloadable materials designed to help families reinforce the literacy skill building lessons within the series and help nurture their own "super readers" at home.       
 
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