FREEDOM

FREEDOM’s epic tale of repression and revolt takes a dramatic turn…All in stunning HD DVD/DVD Twin Format!

Brace yourself for a stunning twist in Volume 3 of the first anime ever released on HD DVD in North America! Simultaneously released in Japan, the 6- volume FREEDOM saga unleashes a revolution in next generation animation, seamlessly combining 2D and 3D graphics to weave an epic tale of repression—and revolt. Directed by rising superstar Shuhei Morita, FREEDOM has sold over 100,000 DVDs in Japan and was a Prize-winning OVA at the 2007 Tokyo International Anime Fair.

SYNOPSIS:
What do you do when you discover everything you believe is a lie…and your freedom an illusion? Entering forbidden territory, Takeru has uncovered Eden’s most closely guarded secret—and finds himself being hunted by the Guidance Council. Shattered and disillusioned, Takeru recklessly attempts to escape to the only place he can discover the truth—and secure his freedom.

Disc: HD-DVD / DVD Twin Format (1080p / 480i)
Lable: Honneamise
Release by: Bandai Visual Co,. LTD
Distributed by: Bandai Visual USA Inc.
Running Time: 25 + 1
Audio:
- DVD: Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1 / CSS
- HD-DVD: Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1 / Liner PCM 2ch / ACSS
Rating: 13UP
Release Date: DECEMBER 11, 2007


© 2006 FREEDOM COMMITTEE All Rights Reserved.

Official Site: www.bandaivisual.us/freedom

SOS! TOKYO METRO EXPLORERS: THE NEXT

The latest theatrical anime from Katsuhiro Otomo’s manga, being simultaneously released in Japan and the U.S.! The
ultimate entertainment that takes the original story to a whole new level!

Directed by the animation director of Steamboy , Shinji Takagi, SOS! Tokyo Metro Explorers: The Next is a sequel to the original manga drawn by Katsuhiro Otomo, creator of Akira . Join the boys on a wonderful adventure to the depths of the Tokyo underground! With colorful and touching characters created in a new style of 3D with a hand-drawn touch and a 2D anime flavor, viewers will be swept away in this summertime adventure!

SYNOPSIS:
In the summer of 2006, 5th grader Ryuhei Ozaki discovers a journal, “Tokyo Exploring Records,” which was written by his father Shohei when he was young. Ryuhei forms his own exploration team with his online friends, Shun and Yoshio. One day during summer vacation, the three boys along with Ryuhei’s brother, who happens to sneak along, go down a manhole into the sewers looking for a hidden treasure indicated on their father’s map. Not imagining anyone would be down there, they make surprise encounters with many odd, yet friendly grown-ups living underground, including a man called Matakichi. Just as they begin to enjoy the adventure, the underground turns into a combat zone involving an old, self-proclaimed Japanese soldier and even Yoshio’s cousin Momoyo. Will the kids be able to discover the “Treasure of Japan” hidden underground?

Disc: BLU-RAY / DVD (1080p / 480i)
Lable: Honneamise
Release by: Bandai Visual Co,. LTD
Distributed by: Bandai Visual USA Inc.
Running Time: 40 + 27
Audio:
- DVD: Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1 / Dolby Digital Stero (Extras Only)
- BLU-RAY: Japanese Dolby Digital TrueHD 5.1 / Liner PCM (Extras Only)
Rating: 7UP
Release Date: DECEMBER 11, 2007



Based on the manga “SOS DAITOKYOTANKENTAI” by KATSUHIRO OTOMO published by
KODANSHA LTD.
© 2006 KATSUHIRO OTOMO, KODANSHA / BANDAI VISUAL, SUNRISE All Rights Reserved.