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While some people like to dig out the horror movies this time of year, something like this should not be ignored, no matter how "grown up" you think you are. Released in September, this newest Pucca DVD consists of a Halloween episode (Them Bones), along with a few "creepy" episodes to go with the theme.Episodes:1 Them Bones 2 Ghost Of A Kiss 3 The Usual Ching 4 A Force Of Won 5 The Cursed Tie 6 Invisible Trouble 7 High Voltage Ninjas 8 Ninjasaurus 9 Unfortunate Cookies 10 Itsy Bitsy Enemy Within 11 Funny Love Eruption Never before and probably never again will you see things such as a skeleton jumping right out of the skin portrayed in such an adorable manner. I enjoyed every minute of it and will try to make it a tradition from now on.
I definitely recommend this if you're looking for a cute, safe escape from the usual Halloween fare. It was made for children, but adults can enjoy it as well, especially if forced through babysitting and the like. It will make you laugh - and if you don't, you have no soul! And if you're unfamiliar with sweet but sassy Pucca, this is a great place to start learning.BUY IT HERE
Watch Intro Today's Special was a TV show that ran in the 1980s. It starred a mannequin named Jeff who comes to life at night in a Toronto department store, and his friends, Jodie the display designer and Sam the security guard - lest we forget Muffy, the mouse who lives in the walls and only talks in rhymn. If you'd like to see it released on DVD after years of obscurity: Go to TV Shows On DVD and vote for it. This site is actually helpful in getting the attention of companies, so it's worth a shot. It only takes a few minutes to make an account and it doesn't hurt to try.You can also check out this helpful fansite for more information.
(きらりん☆レボリューション) 2006
Kirari (voiced by Koharu Kusumi of Morning Musume!) is a middle schooler who LOVES her food. So much so that it's scary! While girls her age swoon over idols, Kirari swoons over her dad's cooking, and couldn't care less about the life of a celebrity. But when she saves the pet turtle of Seiji of pop group SHIPS and falls in love, she decides to become an idol herself so that they can be together (or so she hopes).
Episode 85:
When asked just why she went into the idol business, Kirari is too afraid to tell the truth. How can she simply confess that it was all because she fell in love with Seiji? And without Hiroto around to keep things more level between them, Kirari is blushing more than usual (at least as it is lately). But then, a shocker is revealed after coming back to the office from a job - Seiji is from a very wealthy family, and his parents want him to quit the idol business and get married. Unwilling to throw SHIPS into the trash (especially without Hiroto's consent), the idea comes up that Seiji should use the excuse that he likes someone else to get out of the arrangement. Who is chosen to be that girl? Kirari, of course!
Episode 86:
Mr. Blackwood is back to his old tricks again, asking Aoi, a fellow idol and friend of Kirari's, to "start a revolution" with him. A mysterious black building, saying only "Black Wood Coming Soon," pops up in the city, and ads about it are everywhere. And then other idols, like Fubuki and Mochi, start to go missing. Nobody knows what's going on. But when it's finally revealed, it's enough to make even the most successful businessman quake in their designer shoes.
If you were ever a child (especially a girl) in the US, you likely know who Raggedy Ann and Andy are. These famous American ragdolls were created in the early 1900s and continue to florish in the world of children today (and even in some adults). And while some may be vaguely aware of a television series in the late '80s, fewer may be aware of a feature length film, released in 1977. I myself didn't even know about it until I bought my Raggedy Andy cel and did some research on Google for episode info.
First of all, I absolutely loved this movie. I regret very much that it missed me by a few years, and if I did see it as a kid, it was so infrequent, or once, that I don't even remember. But it's also almost like watching somebody's private drug trip - and maybe I was better off ;)
Raggedy Ann and Andy live in the playroom of 7-year-old Marcella, and for her birthday the little girl receives a French imported doll named Babette. Though beautiful, she's quite spoiled and bratty and doesn't want to live life in "such a horrible place." Ann, being incredibly sweet, makes an effort to be friends and introduces her to everyone.
I should mention that this movie is also a musical, the songs composed by Sesame Street great Joe Raposo. Even if they may seem randomly placed sometimes, they're incredibly catchy and difficult to dislike, particularly "Candy Hearts and Paper Flowers" (one of the most precious things I've ever heard). And you may or may not notice, but Ann's voice is provided by Didi Conn of Grease fame (aka Frenchie). A little raspy, but it's suiting. Andy's voice is my favorite - very friendly and soothing, something you could easily fall asleep listening to. Wonderful singing talent, too!
Well, anyway, Babette gets kidnapped by a perverted pirate (simply referred to as "Captain") who was trapped in a snow globe until he conned the other toys into helping him escape his glassy prison. Feeling sorry for the new doll and wanting to get Marcella's present back before she notices, Ann and Andy leave the safety of the nursery to rescue the beauty. And yes, they are indeed brother and sister, even though their behavior doesn't really spell that out (though they mention it a few times). In fact, I've come across many people who assume Andy is her boyfriend! But let's move on...
Shortly after walking through the dark woods, they run into a patched up, lumpy camel whose been alone for so long he hallucinates that he has a family of camels living up in the sky. No joke. LOOK AT HIS EYES! I think our friend here has been into Marcella's scented markers! Together, these three continue on in the mission, only to run into more oddball creatures, like a living mound of taffy, and a short king who gets bigger when making fun of people. It's incredibly bizarre, these creations, and I don't doubt you'll raise an eyebrow when they come on screen. Don't even get me started on the other playthings in Marcella's collection! You'll just have to watch and see for yourself.
But if you enjoy creative, adorable movies (for children or not) I recommend you check it out. Unfortunately, it's not available on DVD and the VHS went out of print years ago (and it's not very cheap to get if you're able to find it). Your best bet is to check it out on Youtube.
Watch it on Youtube
If you know your animation history, you know Betty Boop. The young girl with a squeaky voice in a skirt too short to be very comfortable. She appeared in animated shorts from the early to late 1930s, was loved by many, and can still be found in some places today (she has a rather large group of collectors to back up that claim). If you haven't heard of her, maybe it's time to educate yourself. I myself am not a fan, but as I am a fan of animation, I find her interesting!Official Site Online store and forum to get in touch with Betty fansBetty Boop Toons Watch "the most comprehensive collection of original Betty Boop cartoons that can be found on the internet"Wikipedia Entry
In this final volume, it's a showdown of epic proportions. On her way to give Zero back his stolen magical powers, Nina runs across the Queen portrait, who talks to her and tries to convince the confused girl to give HER the power instead. But if Queen is to be freed, so is Joker (the one responsible for destroying Queen and King's home), and this is definitely not something anyone (save for a traitor among King's clan) expected. And when Zero is mortally wounded and helpless from his lack of magical skill, things get worse. Nina certainly can't handle losing somebody she may just love above anyone!
