Discotek Media Announces May Releases
HomeDiscotek Media Announces May Releases
Posted March 3, 2023 11:25 PM by Webmaster
Discotek Media has announced its May batch of Blu-ray releases. They are: Golgo 13 (1973), Kodocha: The Complete Second Series (1997-1998), A Wind Named Amnesia (1990), Aim for the Ace!: The Movie (1979), and Ultimate Muscle: The Kinnikuman Legacy (2002-2004).
Golgo 13
Description: Golgo 13 travels to the underworld of Tehran, Iran, to track down a shadowy target... Max Boa, the boss of an international crime syndicate that smuggles weapons and drugs and kidnaps women. But Boa catches wind of the cold-blooded killing machine's intentions and has his organization go on the offense. When a mesmerizing game between murderers begins, the only result can be kill or be killed!
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A Wind Named Amnesia
Description: Are we shackled by civilization? What is a human being, when freed from the pressures of society? A Wind Named Amnesia explores Earth after a mysterious wind blows away all of humanity's memories and reduces people to a more primitive state. Through certain circumstances, Wataru has relearned how to speak and think, and now is determined to find out just what remains in the wake of the wind. Joined by a strange woman named Sophia, the two of them set out on a journey across what was once known as the United States of America. Along the way, they will witness the true nature of man, and just what it means to be human.
Originally written by Hideyuki Kikuchi (Wicked City, Vampire Hunter D), this movie is a timeless classic with a compelling, creative alternative to the typical post-apocalypse story. It's a must-see for any fan of animation! Now on Blu-ray for the first time ever!
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Aim for the Ace!: The Movie
Description: 15-year-old Hiromi Oka has just started her first year at Nishi High School, also known as "The Kingdom of Tennis." Hiromi's never held a racket before, but she joins the famous Tennis Club regardless for one reason: Reika Ryuzaki. With the nickname "Madame Butterfly," Reika is a top-level player for her age and is adored by her peers.
However, Hiromi's idyllic and carefree high school life is turned upside with the arrival of the new tennis coach: Jin Munakata. Hiromi never intended to take tennis seriously, but for some reason, Jin sees potential and adds her to the regulars that will play in the next tournament. Thus, Hiromi is thrust head-first into the highly-competitive world of high-school tennis alongside her idol, Reika.
Follow Hiromi's harrowing journey to become a player worthy of the Kingdom and her idol's respect in this film, a condensed form of the original anime TV series, also by Osamu Dezaki.
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Ultimate Muscle: The Kinnikuman Legacy.
Description: Ultimate Muscle Blu-ray contains episodes 1-77 of the anime directed by Toshiaki Komura in standard definition on two Blu-ray discs.
A Legend Reborn! Years have passed since King Muscle and the Muscle League Champions vanquished the evil dMp wrestlers. Lacking strength to stand up for itself, the Earth must turn to the Kinniku family. All hope for salvation is in Kid Muscle. He's been summoned to protect the earth from the group of outer space cheating wrestlers. He must join the Muscle League, a group of earth defending wrestlers from outer space. Can he achieve "Ultimate Muscle" and stop the dMp?
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Kodocha: The Complete Second Series
Description: It all starts with a surprise encounter with Sana's new best friend, Fuka, who... she meets in the bathroom? Why does she hate Akito so much if they've only just met!? They say surprise awaits around every corner in middle school, but nobody could have seen that coming. Juggling showbiz with school life isn't easy, and whether it's relationship drama, tabloid troubles or drama on set, there's never a dull moment at Jinbou Middle School. Join Sana, Akito, Babbit and a hilarious cast of characters new and old through stories of love, family and even a show on Broadway!
How will Sana continue to juggle being a child actress with her new life in middle school? As if there wasn't enough drama in showbiz, join Sana as she tries to juggle her stardom with the trials and tribulations of growing up.
This complete collection of the second series includes all 51 episodes in standard definition, with the original Japanese language, and English subtitles!
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Golgo 13
Description: Golgo 13 travels to the underworld of Tehran, Iran, to track down a shadowy target... Max Boa, the boss of an international crime syndicate that smuggles weapons and drugs and kidnaps women. But Boa catches wind of the cold-blooded killing machine's intentions and has his organization go on the offense. When a mesmerizing game between murderers begins, the only result can be kill or be killed!
Technical Specs:
- Original Japanese audio track
- English subtitles for the main feature
A Wind Named Amnesia
Description: Are we shackled by civilization? What is a human being, when freed from the pressures of society? A Wind Named Amnesia explores Earth after a mysterious wind blows away all of humanity's memories and reduces people to a more primitive state. Through certain circumstances, Wataru has relearned how to speak and think, and now is determined to find out just what remains in the wake of the wind. Joined by a strange woman named Sophia, the two of them set out on a journey across what was once known as the United States of America. Along the way, they will witness the true nature of man, and just what it means to be human.
Originally written by Hideyuki Kikuchi (Wicked City, Vampire Hunter D), this movie is a timeless classic with a compelling, creative alternative to the typical post-apocalypse story. It's a must-see for any fan of animation! Now on Blu-ray for the first time ever!
Technical Specs:
- Original Japanese and English audio tracks
- English subtitles for the main feature
Aim for the Ace!: The Movie
Description: 15-year-old Hiromi Oka has just started her first year at Nishi High School, also known as "The Kingdom of Tennis." Hiromi's never held a racket before, but she joins the famous Tennis Club regardless for one reason: Reika Ryuzaki. With the nickname "Madame Butterfly," Reika is a top-level player for her age and is adored by her peers.
However, Hiromi's idyllic and carefree high school life is turned upside with the arrival of the new tennis coach: Jin Munakata. Hiromi never intended to take tennis seriously, but for some reason, Jin sees potential and adds her to the regulars that will play in the next tournament. Thus, Hiromi is thrust head-first into the highly-competitive world of high-school tennis alongside her idol, Reika.
Follow Hiromi's harrowing journey to become a player worthy of the Kingdom and her idol's respect in this film, a condensed form of the original anime TV series, also by Osamu Dezaki.
Technical Specs:
- Original Japanese audio track
- English subtitles for the main feature
Ultimate Muscle: The Kinnikuman Legacy.
Description: Ultimate Muscle Blu-ray contains episodes 1-77 of the anime directed by Toshiaki Komura in standard definition on two Blu-ray discs.
A Legend Reborn! Years have passed since King Muscle and the Muscle League Champions vanquished the evil dMp wrestlers. Lacking strength to stand up for itself, the Earth must turn to the Kinniku family. All hope for salvation is in Kid Muscle. He's been summoned to protect the earth from the group of outer space cheating wrestlers. He must join the Muscle League, a group of earth defending wrestlers from outer space. Can he achieve "Ultimate Muscle" and stop the dMp?
Technical Specs:
- English language track
- English subtitles for the main feature
Kodocha: The Complete Second Series
Description: It all starts with a surprise encounter with Sana's new best friend, Fuka, who... she meets in the bathroom? Why does she hate Akito so much if they've only just met!? They say surprise awaits around every corner in middle school, but nobody could have seen that coming. Juggling showbiz with school life isn't easy, and whether it's relationship drama, tabloid troubles or drama on set, there's never a dull moment at Jinbou Middle School. Join Sana, Akito, Babbit and a hilarious cast of characters new and old through stories of love, family and even a show on Broadway!
How will Sana continue to juggle being a child actress with her new life in middle school? As if there wasn't enough drama in showbiz, join Sana as she tries to juggle her stardom with the trials and tribulations of growing up.
This complete collection of the second series includes all 51 episodes in standard definition, with the original Japanese language, and English subtitles!
Technical Specs:
- Original Japanese audio track
- English subtitles for the main feature
