Anime @ Lakewood Public Library

ANIME WEEKEND @ LPL

Friday November 12th, 2004, 4:30-8:55pm.
Saturday November 13th, 2004, 10:00-8:55pm.
Sunday November 14th, 2004, 4:00-8:55pm.

Please help us promote the Anime Weekend by printing out some flyers and distributing them in your area!
Download Flyer (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, download that here)

The Anime Weekend will feature THREE theatre rooms showing the best current and classical anime films, ova, shorts and features! As always, this festival is free, open to the public, and supports programming for all ages (Youth, Teen, Young Adult).

Please email us if you have any suggestions for future events.

Supported in part by: ADV Films, Funimation, Tokyopop, Urban Vision, Manga Entertainment, Viz Video LLC, Bandai Entertainment, Geneon Entertainment, Central Park Media, Mediablasters, Anchor Bay Entertainment, Anime Retropolis, Adkins Printing & Co. of Lakewood, Friends of the Lakewood Public Library

Features that we are screening at Anime Weekend:

TITLE	RELEASE COMPANY	SYNOPSIS
The Adventures of the Mini Goddesses	Geneon Entertainment	If you think that Urd, Skuld and Belldandy were a handful in the Ah My Goddess OVA series, you can’t even imagine how funny they can get when they transform into pint-sized goddesses!
Anime: Concept to Reality	Tokyopop	Anime: Concept to Reality is an indispensable behind-the-scenes one-of-a-kind how-to guide. Terrence Walker's DVD will show you how to create your own anime material. The D.I.Y. spirit embodied in Anime: Concept to Reality will fire you up.
Arcadia of My Youth	Animeigo	Renowned Manga author Matsumoto Leiji's greatest creation, Captain Harlock, comes to the big screen in this magnificent film. Set against the conquest of Earth by an alien empire, and drawing parallels to the post-WW2 occupation of Japan, Captain Harlock, together with those who will become his lifelong friends, battle against tyranny no matter what the cost. As they fight the evil Illumidus Empire, the message of the film shines through: that one must stand up for one's beliefs, even when everyone else believes that slavery and suffering are preferable to the sharper pains endured by those who fight for freedom.
Arion	No Domestic Release	With stunning animation and music by the famous Joe Hisaishi, Arion (1986) is the story of the classic struggle between the gods and men of ancient Greece. Taken from his mother, Demeter, as a child, Arion is raised by Hades, the god of the netherworld, who wants him to wage war on Zeus. The boy's true past is eventually revealed, along with the destiny that was mapped out for him long before he was born.
Candy Candy Movie	No Domestic Release	A young girl named Candice White who was left on the doorstep of the "Pony Home", an orphanage, when she was just a baby. The sisters took her first name from a doll she had in her basket, with the name "Candy" on it, and her last name from the snowstorm she was rescued from. Life is quiet and happy, or, as quiet as life can be with Candy around. She has a penchant for getting into trouble, climbing trees and tussling with the best of them.
Card Captor Sakura Movie 1	Geneon Entertainment	Sakura wins a trip to Hong Kong! Or does she? A mysterious force calls out to Sakura in her dreams, and she discovers a dangerous legacy lingering in the alleys of Hong Kong. Thank goodness Sakura can depend upon Li and his family to help her against one of Clow Reed's long lost enemies!
Card Captor Sakura Movie 2: The Sealed Card	Geneon Entertainment	Sakura Kinomoto has finally captured and converted all the Clow Cards into Sakura Cards and now faces her biggest challenge yet. How is she going to tell Shaoran that she loves him...? To make matters worse, some of her magical cards are missing. Apparently, someone or something is stealing them away and is erasing vast parts of town including the people she cares about! Now Sakura has to find out who is behind this if she is ever to find her friends again...
Dragon Half	ADV Films	So you think YOU have problems? Mink's mom is a dragon and her dad's a knight, and that's just the beginning of her list of teenage anxieties! After all, when you're part reptile and you're in love with a handsome singer who's also a dragon slayer, you just know somebody's going to get burned! So what's a lovestruck Dragon Half to do when the man of her dreams wants her head on a platter and Mom and Dad are too busy fighting to notice? Why, go to his concert all on your own, of course, even if it does mean a long journey filled with sinister villains, bizarre encounters and more strangeness than you can shake a stick at. It's a good thing Mink inherited the ability to breathe fire and wings from her mom's side of the family, because when you're half-dragon, you don't make friends easily.
Elf Princess Rane	Mediablasters	Move over Indiana Jones! Here comes Go Takarada! He's brave! He's smart! He's Handsome! But how many treasures can a High School student find in his own hometown? Well, that'll never stop our energetic hero from trying. His abundant enthusiasm does pay off one day when, while running away from a very aggravated priest whose shrine he has just trashed, he runs straight into an Elf Princess named Rane. Ignoring a language barrier of titanic proportions, Go starts tearing through the city trying to find the secret treasure that is foretold to appear. His treasure hunting plans put the wealthy Yumenokata Foundation and the brave members of the Fire Department into a free-for-all melee of confusion, explosions and intrigue. Meanwhile another Elf named 'Leen' appears before Mari, Go's neighbor and childhood friend. Will Go ever realize how Mari feels about him? Will Mari ever notice how her fathers right hand man feels about her? How many sisters does Go have anyway? Will Leen ever remember what she came here to do?
Fushigi Yugi Eikoden	Geneon Entertainment	Miaka and Taka are now happily married and expecting their first child. Unfortunately, Mayo, a jealous young girl infatuated with Taka finds the Universe of the Four Gods and uses the power of Suzaku to steal their unborn baby! Now Taka must return to Konan to save his new family and save Konan from an unknown menace that threatens to destroy the book and all that live within.
Goldenboy (Episode 2)	ADV Films	Get ready for the ultimate road trip as wandering student Kintaro Oe hits the highways of Japan in the wildest quest for knowledge ever! Kintaro's cross-country odyssey is guaranteed to keep your sides aching with laughter!
Grave of the Fireflies	Central Park Media	In the aftermath of a World War II bombing, two orphaned children struggle to survive in the Japanese countryside. To Seita and his four-year-old sister, the helplessness and indifference of their countrymen is even more painful than the enemy raids. Through desperation, hunger and grief, these children's lives are as heartbreakingly fragile as their spirit and love is inspiring. Grave of the Fireflies is a tale of the true tragedy of war and innocence lost, not only of the abandoned young, but of an entire nation.
Gundam F91 (Cleveland Area Premiere!)	Bandai Entertainment	Mobile Suit Gundam F91 takes place many years after the devastating One Year War. The Earth Federation has begun constructing new space colonies to replace the former Side 4 cluster. This new Frontier Side now consists of four colonies, among them the Frontier IV colony where young Seabook Arno lives with his father and his sister Reese. Their peaceful lives are disrupted when the colony is attacked by the Crossbone Vanguard, an elite fighting force seeking to reestablish the aristocratic ideals of the Ronah family. Fleeing from the attacks, Seabrook is forced to pilot the F91 Gundam in defense of the Space Ark training facility in a journey to escape a new and destructive war.
Gunsmith Cats	ADV Films	Chicago’s most lethal ladies are back! Join the pistol-packing Rally Vincent and her partner, grenade happy Minnie May Hopkins, as they infiltrate a gun running operation at the “suggestion” of the ATF. Burn up the highway in Rally’s Shelby GT-500 as she chases a psychopathic Russian assassin who’s kidnapped Minnie. And then watch the bullets fly in a duel to the death with a cache of illegal weapons as the prize.
I"s OVA	No Domestic Release	Would you remember a promise you made ten years ago? This central question of promises, of memories, and of love -- this is the question that plagues a group of friends in Japan: a young and very talented girl who is well on her way to becoming a superstar, an average guy with an eye for beauty, and a girl from their past. She has returned from a trip to the USA because she remembers a promise they all made ten years ago. But ten years is a long time, and memories are easily forgotten. Who knows what could come from this reunion...
Ichigeki Satchu Hoi Hoi San OVA	No Domestic Release	AD. 20XX, the insect pest has acquired resistances to all insecticides. In order to settle the situation, a Japanese enterprise, Mars Pharmacy, develops a hyper small insecticidal robot. It is the maid robot “Hoi Hoi san”, which is only 11.5 cm tall!
Lakewood Public Library Anime Festival TV Spot	Lakewood Public Library	Join Anime@LPL Staffers Mike and Justin (and Ben too!) as they go over footage from the inaugural anime festival held this past June. They’ll give you a commentary with insight on what happened, as well as some fun facts and behind the scenes stories.
Love Hina Christmas Movie	Bandai Entertainment	It's Christmas at Hinata Inn, which means gifts, parties, and utter chaos! While sneaking around for gifts, Su and Sara discover a letter in Naru's room, "I Always Loved...", What does this mean? Who does Naru love?! The plot thickens as Keitaro is spotted going out with Mutsumi! A day of celebration! A night of miracles!
Lupin the 3rd Dragon of Doom	Funimation Productions	The Dragon of Doom has kept its secret inside the sunken Titanic for over eighty years. But when there's a treasure of immeasurable value at stake, some people just can't let the past lie still! While taking a breather in Tokyo, Lupin and Jigen are carefully tracked by Hong Kong's nastiest gangster kingpin. And after Goemon's peaceful night at the theater is turned into a ninja battleground, the guys find themselves thrown into an international race to find the dragon! But a shadow from Goemon's past stirs up his thoughts of destiny. He knows he must protect the Dragon of Doom, even if it means ending the lives of his friends in the process. From Tokyo to Paris to the deepest fathoms of the Atlantic Ocean, join Goemon, Jigen, Fujiko, and Lupin as they rush for the treasure and dodge the bad guys? Only this time their friends might just be enemies, too!
Lupin the 3rd the treasure of Harimao	Funimation Productions	Harimao's treasure. It's worth over 8 billion dollars, and it seems like everyone is looking for it! But nothing's going to keep Lupin from the treasure this time! With his faithful companions Jigen, Goemon, and Fujiko - Lupin travels the globe, dodging bullets and Inspector Zenigata, to find the three statues that make up the key to the treasure! But soon enough, a greater threat emerges? The Neo-Himmel! And Lupin must join forces with his chief adversary, aging Secret Agent Sir Archer. Along with Archer's beautiful granddaughter, these unlikely partners set forth on an adventure that is dangerous, funny, and filled with surprises!
The Mystical Egg of Angels ("Angel's Egg")	Anchor Bay Entertainment	Shown in the original Region 2 Japanese, "Angel's Egg" (1985) features artwork from the famous Yoshitaka Amano (final fantasy) and screenplay from Mamoru Oshii (Ghost in the Shell). Focusing on artistic silence and hidden meaning, the story revolves around a young girl in a far off land and time who meets a soldier, destined to continue her journey and meaning.
Nadesico: Prince of Darkness	ADV Films	Two years have passed since the Great War. Akito and Yurika have vanished. The Jovians and the Earthlings have joined forces and Ruri is now captain of Nadesico B. As the popularity of Boson Jumping grows, a vast transportation network has been developed. Dubbed the Hisago Plan, this network of Chulip portals holds the answers to the mysteries behind Bose particles and their power. If those secrets should fall into the wrong hands, it could mean big trouble. And big trouble there is. A Martian splinter group has launched an offensive, leaving the United Forces befuddled and desperate. So much so, in fact, that the former crew of the Nadesico is called back to active duty for a special unsanctioned mission-to save us all!
One Piece Soccer Special	No Domestic Release	Join your favorite crew of the “Going Merry” as they go all out in a special short soccer episode!
Otaku No Video	Animeigo	A true treat for true fans of any genre, Otaku no Video ("Fan's Video") is an outrageous mockumentary that combines the superb animation that made GAINAX one of Japan's best-loved animation studios with truly strange interviews with "real animation fans." The result is a thinly fictionalized history of GAINAX that segues into a truly strange SF adventure. Sit back and enjoy as a small band of Otaku (fans) set out to "Otakunize" the human race!
Rail of the Star	ADV Films	Kobayashi Chitose, an up-and-coming stage actress prepares for her upcoming performance, when a news story about repatriated war children triggered a memory from her past -- a past filled with memories of joy, sadness and great trials of a family displaced in a foreign land... Based on the original autobiographical novel by Kobayashi Chitose, this movie chronicles actual events of the Second World War.
Ranma ½ Movie 1 – Big Trouble in Nekonron China	Viz Video	A magic scroll that falls into the wrong hands leads to an adventure on (and above) the high seas! As the legendary Kirin comes to claim his bride, and mistakenly chooses Akane, can Ranma and Co. defeat the Seven Lucky Gods Martial Artists? Ranma’s out to save Akane from a royal wedding!
Ranma ½ Movie 2 – Nihao My Concubine	Viz Video	After Ranma and Co are stranded on a tropical isle, youthful Akane, Kasumi, Nabiki, Shampoo and Ukyo are kidnapped by a prince searching for his perfect bride! Can Ranma, (in disguise as a girl,) rescue Akane and beat scores of kidnapped concubines in an anything-goes martial arts bride-off?
Read or Die	Manga Entertainment	Read or Die centers on the struggle for control of a mysterious book, with the heroes belonging to the British Library Task Force (which seems to have as much resources and power as the CIA). It's up to Yomiko Readman, who has the ability to control paper at will to fight a strange variety of super-villains who seem to be people straight out of myth and history. Find out how powerful books can really be!
Revolutionary Girl Utena the Movie	Central Park Media	Utena duels her classmates to protect her friend Anthy, who is the key to a magical power that could make her dream - to become a prince - come true. But Anthy hides a terrible secret, and Utena must face the truth about herself and those she loves... and learn what it to be a true hero.
Rurouni Kenshin Seisouhen (aka - "Reflection" in the USA)	ADV Films	Kenshin is a wanderer, a lost soul, cursed to seek atonement for his life in the bloody trade of the samurai. During the long war to overthrow the corrupt government, he was known throughout all Japan as the Hitokiri Battousai ("sword-bearing master assassin"). But the end of the war has brought no peace to Kenshin, despite a vow to draw his sword only for the protection of those in need. Now his wife Kaoru steadfastly awaits his return, mourning his absence as well as that of their son, Kenji. Will Kenshin return before she dies of grief? The past meets the present fifteen years after Kenshin first left.
Tenchi Forever Tenchi the Movie	Geneon Entertainment	Is this the end of Tenchi? It has been announced that this full length feature will probably be the last Tenchi Muyo production! Tenchi storms off into the hills after a fight, but doesn't return. After searching for some time, Ayeka and Ryoko finally discover Tenchi seduced by a mysterious woman!
This is Otakudom	NoNDE Studios	Otakudom is a documentary, conceived and shot by Martin CineMacher. A big-time fan of anime, Marti wanted to put the experiences of Real American Anime Fans on film for everyone to see. The real deal is, Otakudom is a fan parody of the anime fan scene, much like the way Koko wa Otaku is a satire of anime fan parody production. What's that? You didn't see Otaku? Shame on you! What do you think you're doing, surfing the web? Find somebody with a copy and watch it right now! Anyway, Otakudom is the first fan parody of Not Not Digital Editing Studios (NoNDE).
Voices of a Distant Star (Hoshi No Koe)	ADV Films	When a mysterious alien force begins their annihilation of the human race, a young pilot feels called to join the resistance. But the danger of an interstellar battle is not Mikako’s greatest concern. For she has left behind the one young man she loves. And as Mikako flies further into deep space, her only way to connect with Noboru is by cell-phone text messages. While Mikako risks her life to save mankind, Noboru waits. At first days, then months, then years for each new message that will let him know whether Mikako is still alive. And while she barely grows older in the timelessness of space, Noboru ages. How can the love of two young people, torn apart by war, survive? To what distance would you go…for your one, true love?
Wings of Honneamise	Manga Entertainment	An epic tale of a civilization's first faltering steps into space, set in an alien world that is strangely familiar to our own. When cadet Shiro Lhadatt signs up with the Royal Space Force, he encounters ridicule and apathy from manipulative leaders and a cynical public. A chance encounter with a devout young woman spurs Shiro on towards his destiny - to become the first man in space. Meanwhile, military leaders conspire to use the space program to spark an all-out war, Shiro and a team of aging scientists race against time to complete the first launch.

ANIME WEEKEND FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is the Lakewood Public Library Anime Weekend?
The Anime Weekend is a three day film festival celebrating the popular features of Japanese animation. We will be screening over 50 hours of footage and over 30 unique animated titles.

When and where is the Lakewood Public Library Anime Weekend?
The Anime Weekend will be on Friday November 12th, Saturday November 13th and Sunday November 14th 2004. The weekend will take place in the Main Library's lower level, located at 15425 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio 44107.

What times do the films start and end?
We begin Friday at 4:30pm, Saturday at 10:00am, and Sunday at 4:00pm. The downstairs hallway will be open for seating about 30 minutes prior to each opening time. All evenings end by 8:55pm.

How am I supposed to know anything about these titles?
We're glad you asked! We have written short synopses of ALL of the titles that we will be showing. Pick up a program guide at the hallway desk or print out our listing of films by clicking on the "Films/Synopses" tab.

Is there an admission charge?
No, the Anime Weekend is free and open to anyone. Although you can help the library continue these programs by supporting the friends of the lakewood public library. (How about buying a nifty library totebag?). Or by contacting Mike Beargie to make a donation to Anime Weekend at (216) 226-8275 x.127.

Is the Event child friendly?
Yes, we will have films appropriate of a youth rating, but there will be titles that will be shown that are more geared towards teens and young adults. We have decided not to show any films with an MPAA rating of R, and we have noted on the schedule any available MPAA ratings. Due to the lack of ratings on direct-to-dvd releases of most Anime films, we have indicated on the schedule an appropriation system. This system is compromised of: Youth Programming (approx. equivalent to a "G" rating), Teen Programming (approx. equivalent to a "PG" rating), and Young Adult Programming (approx. equivalent to a "PG-13" rating). We encourage parents to keep tabs on what their children watch at the event, as the Library staff and volunteers of the event can not supervise everyone. If parents have any questions regarding the content of any features, please ask at the hallway desk.

Can I win a prize?
Unlike the Anime Festival, there are no prizes to be won. You will however receive a check-in bag with our program guide and maybe a few promo materials from anime companies across the US. Our Anime Club coming in December will feature a mascot artwork contest for which prizes will be awarded.

What all is there to do?
We will have three video screens showing the latest and greatest anime films, OVA and shorts. No special events are scheduled at this time due to the lack of space and room availability in the Library's lower level (500 people was hard to manage at the festival!). With over 50 hours of video programming, we're certain that there will be something for everyone during the weekend. You can also feel free to chat it up in the hallway with fellow Anime enthusiasts!

Is there an attendance cap?
The lower level at the Library can only host about 350 people at any given time, while we will try to accomodate everyone that attends the event, but we must comply with local fire codes and the comfort of everyone. For the last Anime Festival, 500 people attended, and with this being a three day event, we are expecting over 1,000 to attend. If at any time, all three video rooms are filled to capacity, we will limit people entering the downstairs hallway until some rooms clear out.

Can I Cosplay?
Yes, you can come in costume to our event, but there is no costume contest and it may not be a great idea to with the potential chilly and wintry mix of weather common to Lakewood in the November time of year. There will be no costume contest at this event.

Where do I park?
You can park automobiles on any street meter space for free on Saturdays (free after 6pm on Fridays and Sundays) in Lakewood. There is also limited parking available in the Library parking lot on the south side of the building. Ample parking in the public parking lot behind Drug Mart, on the north side of the street, is also available.

Can I use public transportation to get to/from the Event?
Anyone familiar with the RTA buslines can easily get to and from the Lakewood Public Library. Located on Detroit in the heart of Lakewood, Lakewood residents can take the community circulator (RTA #804) that runs along Detroit Avenue and Madison Avenue and stops right in front of the Library. Also, the RTA 326 Bus, that runs along Detroit Road all the way into downtown Cleveland and out to Westlake stops in front of the Library. From the south, you can take the 86 busline north to Detroit Avenue and then walk three blocks west to the Library.

What about Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner?
There are over 30 food vending establishments within a comfortable walking distance of the Library, a food map and listing of restaurants will be provided in the program guide. Some local namebrands are: Taco Bell, Burger King, Chipotle, IHOP, Einstein Bros., and Mr. Hero.

I'm driving/commuting in from out of town, are there places to stay overnight?
There are many hotels out around the Cleveland Hopkind Airport (CLE) Area, which is about five miles southwest of Lakewood. There is also a Days Inn located in Lakewood (around Clifton and W.117th) about a mile from the Library. Please ask one of our Library staff members to assist you with directions to a nearby hotel.

ANIME WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Y indicates Youth Programming
T indicates Teen Programming
A indicates Young Adult Programming

Indicates English Dubbed

Indicates English Subtitled

FRIDAY-

TIME	AUDITORIUM (SEATS 150)	MEETING ROOM (SEATS 50)	COMPUTER CONNECTIONS (SEATS 25)
4:30pm	Card Captor Sakura Movie Y	Elf Princess Rane T	Anime: Concept to Reality T
5:00pm
5:30pm
6:00pm	Love Hina Christmas Movie Y	TO BE ANNOUNCED	Lupin the 3rd: Dragon of Doom A
6:30pm
7:00pm
7:30pm	This is Otakudom - T	Library TV Spot - Y
8:00pm		Hoi Hoi San OVA - T	Goldenboy Episode 2 - A

SATURDAY

TIME	AUDITORIUM (SEATS 150)	MEETING ROOM (SEATS 50)	COMPUTER CONNECTIONS (SEATS 25)
10:00am	Ranma 1/2 Movie 1 T	Adventures of the Mini Goddesses Y	Arcadia of My Youth T
10:30am
11:00am
11:30am	One Piece Soccer Special - Y
12:00pm	Gundam F91 T	Candy Candy Movie - Y	Revolutionary Girl Utena Movie A
12:30pm		Voices of a Distant Star T
1:00pm
1:30pm		Angel's Egg T	Wings of Honneamise A
2:00pm	Nadesico Prince of Darkness T
2:30pm
3:00pm		Grave of the Fireflies T
3:30pm			Rail of the Star Y
4:00pm	Gunsmith Cats T
4:30pm
5:00pm
5:30pm
6:00pm		Library TV Spot - Y	Arion T
6:30pm	Card Captor Sakura Movie 2 Y	Fushigi Yugi Eikoden T
7:00pm
7:30pm
8:00pm			Library TV Spot - Y

SUNDAY

TIME	AUDITORIUM (SEATS 150)	MEETING ROOM (SEATS 50)	COMPUTER CONNECTIONS (SEATS 25)
4:00pm	TO BE ANNOUNCED	Rurouni Kenshin Seisouhen A	Lupin the 3rd: Treasure of Harimao A
4:30pm
5:00pm		Ranma 1/2 Movie 2 T
5:30pm	I"s OVA T		Otaku No Video T
6:00pm
6:30pm		Tenchi Forever A
7:00pm	Read or Die A
7:30pm			Dragon Half T
8:00pm