This example of the evolution of Girls’ Generation contains more intricate dancing numbers and the almost hypnotizing tune takes you front row for this performance.
There is a surprise ending too.
Girls’ Generation “Oh!” MV
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Haruhi ranked 7th for opening weekend
You like me with long hair eh?
The Disappearance of Haruhi was shown at a mere 24 screens, and 60,306 watched the movie this weekend. Reviews are still mixed but these numbers rank it 7th in showing for the weekend. So you say 7th? Why not first? Simply put anime movies don’t make into the top ten in their first weekend unless they are established franchises. This initial showing proves the fan base is still there. Here’s hoping once the reviews start coming in, the ‘endless 8’ fiasco will be forgotten.
Bakacast Episode 2 – Beating Like a Disco
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On this episode of Bakacast, we go from super-serious to super-goofy in the span of one LOST episode. First, we use this article on the Akihabara killer as a springboard to talk about…well…a lot of stuff. Then, we discuss Blu-Ray sales going up and what that might mean for our anime collections. Plus, the ASOS Brigade is back with a new voice actress for Haruhi. Finally, we wrap the show up with our finalized impressions on the Silent Mobius movies and a review of the Dirty Pair TV series. Be sure to watch the clean OP that Jon/Ryoko uploaded. It’s disco-riffic and perfectly encapsulates the style of the show.
Maaya Sakamoto celebrates fifteen years of entertaining
Singer, songwriter, voice actress; those words all describe Maaya Sakamoto. She is celebrating her fifteenth year in the business with a new thirty-song greatest hits CD and several concert performances. She can now add a new word to her description; veteran. Approaching her 30th birthday in March she’s spent half her life in the business. In my book that makes you a veteran.
Best wishes from the staff of Project Haruhi on this momentous accomplishment and continued success.
Japan Airlines files for bankruptcy
Itsuo Inouye / AP
After citing debts of approximately 2.3 trillion yen (@ 25 Billion U.S.D.). J.A.L. Asia’s largest airline filed for the Japanese version of a U.S. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Tuesday morning J.S.T.(Japan Standard Time). Job cuts of more than 15,700 and discontinuation of 30 unprofitable routes are part of the deal struck with the Japanese government as part of the Enterprise Turnaround Initiative Corp of Japan (ETIC) take over of the company.
J.A.L.’s market value is reportedly less than the cost of a Boeing 747 ($150 Million U.S.D.) it’s reported that the shareholders will be wiped out and that lenders will forgive about 730 billion yen in debt.
This is the third time in the past ten years that the Japanese government has bailed out J.A.L however this time the current board is required to resign and the E.T.I.C. plans to take the company to profitability by 2013.
In this economic environment, I wish them well…
Bakacast Episode 1 – Aliens Among Us
This is the first “real” episode of Bakacast (the chronologically first episode was a proof of concept), a podcast hosted by Shamisen, Ryoko and myself. For this episode, we talk about alien designs in both Japanese and Western media, a point-and-click adventure game called The White Chamber and first Silent Mobius movie. Shownotes for this episode are after the break.
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Sons of Legends Announce 2010 Schedule
For those of you who haven’t read my bio. I am a dyed in the wool airplane nut. Although this is an anime site it’s a slow news day so I’ve decided to share my passion with you.
Air show teams come and go but one remains vital. The Sons of Legends, Franklin / Younkin Airshows have put out their 2010 Airshow schedule. It can be found on their web sites which I’ll link below. Right now here is a sample of what you’ll see if you get the chance to attend one.
Also can anyone name the music used in the Franklin’s Flying Circus & Airshow 2010 preview?
Websites
Franklin’s Flying Circus & Airshow
Younkin Airshows
Aya Hirano: Super Driver Music Video
Here’s a bright note in an otherwise dismal Haruhi day. Aya’s overly cute, the music is excellent. The video itself … I’ll let you be the judge.
Winner of the Greenscreen Challenge
After reviewing the submissions I’ve declared Stilts to be the winner.
His creation is humorous and relevant as well.
I wish to thank those who took the time and entered the contest.