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ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF THE ANIME NETWORK(tm) ON DIGITAL CABLE
FOR THE FIRST TIME, QUALITY ANIME PROGRAMMING TO BE AVAILABLE ON CABLE TELEVISION 24 HOURS A DAY

HOUSTON, November 6, 2002-ADV Films today announced publicly the creation of The Anime Network(tm), the first television channel in North America dedicated to anime (Japanese animation) and anime-related content. The Anime Network(tm) targets the nation's estimated 85 million cable television subscribers, and seeks to capitalize on cable's increasing dominance in the world of at-home entertainment.

Initially announced in June, 2002 at ADV Films' 10th Anniversary party in Tokyo, and announced in the U.S. at ADV's November 2 invitation-only 10th Anniversary party in Houston, the creation of The Anime Network(tm) has the industry abuzz with excitement and speculation.

"This has been in the works for some time," said ADV Films President, Founder and CEO John Ledford. "Until now, the market and the culture haven't been ready for it. But today ever-increasing numbers of Americans are becoming familiar with anime and its distinctive aesthetic; they're curious about anime, they're hungry for it, and The Anime Network(tm) is going to deliver it right to their televisions."

Competitive Advantage
While existing cable outlets have enjoyed strong ratings with limited blocks of anime and anime-inspired animated programming, The Anime Network(tm) will make fine anime programming available to viewers 24 hours a day.

"The Anime Network(tm) is the next logical step," said Ledford. "The television outlets that currently carry anime aren't meeting the potential demand; they offer very limited selections of titles, and only during very restricted hours. The Anime Network(tm) will change all of that, and we're excited to be leading the revolution."

Content
The Anime Network(tm) model is structured around four categorized content areas: Action Zone, Sci-Fi, Comedy Incorrect, and Horror/Martial Arts. These categories are designed to include virtually the entire spectrum of quality anime, while contextualizing content for new viewers unfamiliar with specific titles.

Coming Up
Coming soon, releases detailing geographic/service provider availability of The Anime Network,(tm) along with information about whom viewers can call regarding local availability; also, a sneak preview of programming that will be available in The Anime Network(tm)'s first months.

About ADV Films:
In 1992, ADV Films (ADV) began to forge the international market for Japanese animation ("anime") by combining unique titles, outstanding production values and efficient large-scale distribution. Today, ADV is the #1 producer-distributor of Japanese animation to the North American market, with the firm's holdings including such premier titles as "Spriggan", "Sailor Moon," "Samurai X," "Medabots," "Robotech," "Gasaraki" and "Neon Genesis Evangelion." ADV has also expanded into other forms of genre programming, including live-action science fiction programs "Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda" and "Farscape," and classic science fiction such as "Gamera: Guardian of the Universe." Headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with additional offices in the EU and Japan, and distribution on four continents, ADV is fast becoming an international entertainment powerhouse. For more information, visit ADV on the web at http://www.advfilms.com .

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I didn't know Sailor Moon was on their roster. Maybe Sailor Stars dub is in the works?

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|Source: Anime on DVD|

ADV FILMS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF THE ANIME NETWORK(tm) ON DIGITAL CABLE
FOR THE FIRST TIME, QUALITY ANIME PROGRAMMING TO BE AVAILABLE ON CABLE TELEVISION 24 HOURS A DAY

HOUSTON, November 6, 2002-ADV Films today announced publicly the creation of The Anime Network(tm), the first television channel in North America dedicated to anime (Japanese animation) and anime-related content. The Anime Network(tm) targets the nation's estimated 85 million cable television subscribers, and seeks to capitalize on cable's increasing dominance in the world of at-home entertainment.

Initially announced in June, 2002 at ADV Films' 10th Anniversary party in Tokyo, and announced in the U.S. at ADV's November 2 invitation-only 10th Anniversary party in Houston, the creation of The Anime Network(tm) has the industry abuzz with excitement and speculation.

"This has been in the works for some time," said ADV Films President, Founder and CEO John Ledford. "Until now, the market and the culture haven't been ready for it. But today ever-increasing numbers of Americans are becoming familiar with anime and its distinctive aesthetic; they're curious about anime, they're hungry for it, and The Anime Network(tm) is going to deliver it right to their televisions."

Competitive Advantage
While existing cable outlets have enjoyed strong ratings with limited blocks of anime and anime-inspired animated programming, The Anime Network(tm) will make fine anime programming available to viewers 24 hours a day.

"The Anime Network(tm) is the next logical step," said Ledford. "The television outlets that currently carry anime aren't meeting the potential demand; they offer very limited selections of titles, and only during very restricted hours. The Anime Network(tm) will change all of that, and we're excited to be leading the revolution."

Content
The Anime Network(tm) model is structured around four categorized content areas: Action Zone, Sci-Fi, Comedy Incorrect, and Horror/Martial Arts. These categories are designed to include virtually the entire spectrum of quality anime, while contextualizing content for new viewers unfamiliar with specific titles.

Coming Up
Coming soon, releases detailing geographic/service provider availability of The Anime Network,(tm) along with information about whom viewers can call regarding local availability; also, a sneak preview of programming that will be available in The Anime Network(tm)'s first months.

About ADV Films:
In 1992, ADV Films (ADV) began to forge the international market for Japanese animation ("anime") by combining unique titles, outstanding production values and efficient large-scale distribution. Today, ADV is the #1 producer-distributor of Japanese animation to the North American market, with the firm's holdings including such premier titles as "Spriggan", "Sailor Moon," "Samurai X," "Medabots," "Robotech," "Gasaraki" and "Neon Genesis Evangelion." ADV has also expanded into other forms of genre programming, including live-action science fiction programs "Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda" and "Farscape," and classic science fiction such as "Gamera: Guardian of the Universe." Headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with additional offices in the EU and Japan, and distribution on four continents, ADV is fast becoming an international entertainment powerhouse. For more information, visit ADV on the web at http://www.advfilms.com .


Samurai X and Eva are very strong titles that will probably get them the most viewers initially. I didn't know Sailor Moon was on their roster. Maybe Sailor Stars dub is in the works? Or is there already one, I have not seen a saiolr moon ep in like 3 years. I wonder how unedited they can show their stuff. I don't have Digital cable, but it looks like I will have to get it.

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As far as Samurai X (I hate that name) they only released the movie and the first set of OVAs. They don't have the Rurouni Kenshin TV series, do they? (I have all of it except the last DVD now anyway).

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As far as Samurai X (I hate that name) they only released the movie and the first set of OVAs. They don't have the Rurouni Kenshin TV series, do they? (I have all of it except the last DVD now anyway).

Anime Works has the rights to the Kenshin TV series. And, as such, I believe that Anime Works has the rights to the Rurouni Kenshin name locally -- at least that's why I believe ADV calls what it has Samurai X. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong...)

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As far as Samurai X (I hate that name) they only released the movie and the first set of OVAs. They don't have the Rurouni Kenshin TV series, do they? (I have all of it except the last DVD now anyway).

Anime Works has the rights to the Kenshin TV series. And, as such, I believe that Anime Works has the rights to the Rurouni Kenshin name locally -- at least that's why I believe ADV calls what it has Samurai X. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong...)

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This is great and all, but when will someone make an all Asian Gameshow Network?? I must see the show where they put a fish hook in the guys mouth and raise it slightly every time his girlfriend answers a trivia question incorrectly or the candid camera show where they go around and tell kids that their parents are dead. I MUST BE APPEASED!!

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As far as Samurai X (I hate that name) they only released the movie and the first set of OVAs. They don't have the Rurouni Kenshin TV series, do they? (I have all of it except the last DVD now anyway).

Anime Works has the rights to the Kenshin TV series. And, as such, I believe that Anime Works has the rights to the Rurouni Kenshin name locally -- at least that's why I believe ADV calls what it has Samurai X. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong...)

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It'd be nice if they would start aggressively liscensing and subbing a variety newly airing shows in Japan for the network, and have them out about as fast as the fansubbers do.

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As far as Samurai X (I hate that name) they only released the movie and the first set of OVAs. They don't have the Rurouni Kenshin TV series, do they? (I have all of it except the last DVD now anyway).

Anime Works has the rights to the Kenshin TV series. And, as such, I believe that Anime Works has the rights to the Rurouni Kenshin name locally -- at least that's why I believe ADV calls what it has Samurai X. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong...)



Sony was the reason the Kenshin stuff put out by ADV is called Samurai X, not Anime Works.

It was apparently due to the fact that the name Samurai X would probably appeal to more people than Ruroni Kenshin would.

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If it has Samurai Pizza Cats, I'm sold! ...what? Hey, there are some of who go for unhinged screwball comedy, you know. (And don't anyone say Urusei Yatsura, which is about as unhinged or comedic as macroeconomics.)

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so can I see it now? if I have digital cable?
or should I call the company?

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(And don't anyone say Urusei Yatsura, which is about as unhinged or comedic as macroeconomics.)

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