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Acclaimed Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki adapts British writer Diana Wynne Jones`s popular fantasy tale for this animated feature, adding his own unique and celebrated dreamlike spin. A young hat-maker named Sophie (voiced by Emily Mortimer) is turned into an old woman by the dreaded Witch of the Waste (Lauren Bacall) when she attracts the notice of Howl (Christian Bale), a young wizard whom the witch desires for herself. As the old woman, (voiced by Jean Simmons), Sophie finds refuge as a cleaning lady in Howl`s magical castle, an impressively realized mishmash of anthropomorphic shafts and gears, where she meets, among other wonders, a cantankerous fire demon named Calcifer (Billy Crystal). Howl`s courage inspires her to seek a cure for her curse, and vice versa, and the two work together to prevent a major war as the castle roams the countryside on its mechanical legs. There`s lots of magic afoot as well, including travel through barriers of space and time, and shape-shifting, requiring full viewer attention to keep track of who, where, and when, but this how dreams really are and the film engages on that same subconscious level. As with Miyazaki`s previous work (SPIRITED AWAY, KIKI`S DELIVERY SERVICE), the emphasis here is on creating a beautiful alternate reality, where anything can happen, and every frame is a breathtaking work of art. See it on the big screen if the chance presents itself; the elaborate intricacies and patiently realized alternate realities of Miyazaki`s work makes him a true treasure.
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This sixth volume of the action-comedy series begins with a different kind of action. Sergeant Major Mao, Captain Testarossa, and Kaname share a hot bath, while Mao reveals some anecdotes from her past - - including how she met Kurz and Sousuke. While they soak, the Tuatha de Danaan continues on its journey to the island of Berildaobu. The mission is to rescue hostages from terrorists at a US chemical weapons plant. However, can the crew complete the mission when an internal struggle threatens their power structure?DVD Features:Region [unknown]Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound - English Dolby Digital 2.0 Sound - JapaneseAdditional Release Material: Clean Opening and Closing Animation Japanese Piracy Warnings ADV PreviewsText/Photo Galleries: Production SketchesAdditional Products: Poster
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Hoping to find some answers, Chirico journeys deep beneath the surface of the planet Quent, where he the mystery that he has sought is waiting. As Chirico comes closer to learning his link to the mysterious force that has guided him, the Balarant and Gilgamesh fleets orbit Quent, awakening an awesome power within the planet. Contains episodes 45-48.DVD Features:Region 0Keep CaseFull FrameAudio: Stereo - Japanese Subtitles - English - OptionalAdditional Release Material: TrailersInteractive Features: Scene Access Interactive MenusText/Photo Galleries: The World of VOTOMS
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Set in Japan, circa 1969, GATEKEEPERS finds unconventional guerilla tactics being used by an unknown group of soldiers, known only as the Invaders, who are apparently trying to slow Japan's recovery from WWII. Unfortunately, these guerillas seem to be impervious to traditional means of fighting, panicking many army and government officials. However, soon a new type of hero is discovered among the teenage population of Japan who call themselves the Gate Keepers. Endowed with the ability to open gates to other dimensions, these teenage heroes are Japan's only hope for defeating the guerilla menace.In these episodes, the AEGIS agency recruits more teens to join Shun, Ruriko, and Reiko, the original three gatekeepers. However, once they send their new recruits out, AEGIS discovers that making teens work together is almost as challenging as fighting a war.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull FrameAudio: Stereo - Japanese Stereo - English Subtitles - English - OptionalInteractive Features: Scene Access Interactive Menus
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Christian allegory meets animated action-fantasy in the epic Angel Wars series. In ANGEL WARS - GUARDIAN FORCE 1, The Guardian Force--a group of angels who have been prepared for the epic battle between good and evil--set out to rescue the world. Angels Eli, Swift, Paladin, Arianna, Kira, and Michael must band together if they want to stand a chance against the opposing team of fallen angels. Combining action with fantastical imagery and storylines, ANGEL WARS is designed to appeal to young teenage boys while teaching them lessons about the nature of good and evil.
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