Right Stuf & Nozomi Ent. Announce Boys Be… DVD Collection Re-Priced to $29.99 SRP in Dec. 2010
GRIMES, IA, August 25, 2010 – Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are pleased to announce the BOYS BE… DVD Thinpak Collection will be available for a new, lower SRP of $29.99 starting December 7, 2010.
Based on the best-selling manga written by Masahiro Itabashi and illustrated by Hiroyuki Tamakoshi (Gacha Gacha), this 13-episode anime series was directed by Masami Shimoda (Ai Yori Aoshi / Someday's Dreamers / Zegapain) and has appeared on both Comcast Anime Selects and the Anime Network.
Additionally, Boys Be… features a trio of performances by popular voice actors on both the Japanese- and English-language tracks:
* Kenichi Suzumura (Super GALS! / Gundam Seed Destiny / Ouran High School Host Club), Akira Ishida (NANA / Naruto / Saiyuki / Slayers Next) and Hideo Ishikawa (Bleach / Death Note / Gravitation); and
* Sam Regal (Fate stay/night / Paranoia Agent / The Third), Liam O'Brien (Comic Party / Ergo Proxy / Naruto) and Patrick Seitz (Hellsing / Paradise Kiss / The Third).
“Refreshing, humorous, touching… Highly recommended.” – AnimeOnDVD.com
“breaks the boundaries for what a teen series is.” – DVD Talk
“a series for both sexes” – Detroit News Anime Blog
Visit the BOYS BE… site at boysbe.rightstuf.com for more information about the series, character profiles, desktop wallpapers, avatars, audio clips and more!
About BOYS BE…
There are two sides to every love story, and Boys Be… reveals what's really going on – from the guy's point of view! Meet three normal high school guys with just one thing on their minds: girls. Quiet Kyoichi has been friends with Chiharu ever since they were young, but lately, his feelings have begun to change. Lecherous Makoto, a self-proclaimed master of the rules of romance, is ready to sweep the ladies off their feet. And Yoshihiko, a handsome sports nut, is unfortunately a bit clueless in matters of the heart. Join this hapless trio for a year of romantic misadventures that will change their lives forever! Contains the entire 13-episode TV series!
BOYS BE… DVD Thinpak Collection (REPRICE)
Pre-Book: 11/2/2010
Street Date: 12/7/2010
Runtime: Approximately 325 minutes, Dolby Digital Stereo, Color
Genre: Drama / Romance
Suggested Rating: 13+
Format: DVD (English, Japanese, English Subtitles, English On-Screen Translations)
Catalog #: RSDVD0807
ISBN: 1-57032-766-1
UPC: 7-42617-0807-2-2
SRP: $29.99
Discs/Set: 4
Item Measurements: 5 3/8” x 1 5/16” x 7 5/8” (LxWxH), ~ 1.2 lbs.
Case Qty.: 10 / case
DVD Features:
Scene access, Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo audio for English and Japanese dialogue, English subtitles and English on-screen translations. PLUS: Line art galleries, textless opening and closing, Japanese promotional spots/commercials, English directors' commentary, Right Stuf / Nozomi Entertainment trailers, and a 48-page booklet featuring artwork, character bios and commentary from the Japanese cast and staff!
** Product specifications and content may be subject to change.
ABOUT RIGHT STUF, INC.
Currently celebrating its 21st year in business, Right Stuf, Inc. was one of the first players in the U.S. Japanese Animation ("anime") industry, as both an anime producer/distributor and a retailer. Right Stuf works to promote knowledge of its own products, as well as the anime and manga industry, in general, through its online storefront at RightStuf.com and a variety of media including podcasts and special publications.
Nozomi Entertainment, Right Stuf's production division, is dedicated to the highest quality releases. True to the Japanese word that inspired its name, Nozomi's focus is on “what fans want.” By focusing on a limited number of anime properties each year, the Nozomi production team ensures each release receives the care and attention to detail it deserves.
From anime classics like Astro Boy, Kimba and Gigantor to modern comedies, dramas and favorites such as The Irresponsible Captain Tylor, His and Her Circumstances, Gravitation, Ninja Nonsense, The Third: The Girl With the Blue Eye, Emma: A Victorian Romance, Maria Watches Over Us, ARIA, Gakuen Alice, Rental Magica and Junjo Romantica, Right Stuf and Nozomi Entertainment produce quality programming for fans of all ages and interests. For more information, visit www.rightstuf.com and www.nozomient.com.
Based on the best-selling manga written by Masahiro Itabashi and illustrated by Hiroyuki Tamakoshi (Gacha Gacha), this 13-episode anime series was directed by Masami Shimoda (Ai Yori Aoshi / Someday's Dreamers / Zegapain) and has appeared on both Comcast Anime Selects and the Anime Network.
Additionally, Boys Be… features a trio of performances by popular voice actors on both the Japanese- and English-language tracks:
* Kenichi Suzumura (Super GALS! / Gundam Seed Destiny / Ouran High School Host Club), Akira Ishida (NANA / Naruto / Saiyuki / Slayers Next) and Hideo Ishikawa (Bleach / Death Note / Gravitation); and
* Sam Regal (Fate stay/night / Paranoia Agent / The Third), Liam O'Brien (Comic Party / Ergo Proxy / Naruto) and Patrick Seitz (Hellsing / Paradise Kiss / The Third).
“Refreshing, humorous, touching… Highly recommended.” – AnimeOnDVD.com
“breaks the boundaries for what a teen series is.” – DVD Talk
“a series for both sexes” – Detroit News Anime Blog
Visit the BOYS BE… site at boysbe.rightstuf.com for more information about the series, character profiles, desktop wallpapers, avatars, audio clips and more!
About BOYS BE…
There are two sides to every love story, and Boys Be… reveals what's really going on – from the guy's point of view! Meet three normal high school guys with just one thing on their minds: girls. Quiet Kyoichi has been friends with Chiharu ever since they were young, but lately, his feelings have begun to change. Lecherous Makoto, a self-proclaimed master of the rules of romance, is ready to sweep the ladies off their feet. And Yoshihiko, a handsome sports nut, is unfortunately a bit clueless in matters of the heart. Join this hapless trio for a year of romantic misadventures that will change their lives forever! Contains the entire 13-episode TV series!
BOYS BE… DVD Thinpak Collection (REPRICE)
Pre-Book: 11/2/2010
Street Date: 12/7/2010
Runtime: Approximately 325 minutes, Dolby Digital Stereo, Color
Genre: Drama / Romance
Suggested Rating: 13+
Format: DVD (English, Japanese, English Subtitles, English On-Screen Translations)
Catalog #: RSDVD0807
ISBN: 1-57032-766-1
UPC: 7-42617-0807-2-2
SRP: $29.99
Discs/Set: 4
Item Measurements: 5 3/8” x 1 5/16” x 7 5/8” (LxWxH), ~ 1.2 lbs.
Case Qty.: 10 / case
DVD Features:
Scene access, Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo audio for English and Japanese dialogue, English subtitles and English on-screen translations. PLUS: Line art galleries, textless opening and closing, Japanese promotional spots/commercials, English directors' commentary, Right Stuf / Nozomi Entertainment trailers, and a 48-page booklet featuring artwork, character bios and commentary from the Japanese cast and staff!
** Product specifications and content may be subject to change.
ABOUT RIGHT STUF, INC.
Currently celebrating its 21st year in business, Right Stuf, Inc. was one of the first players in the U.S. Japanese Animation ("anime") industry, as both an anime producer/distributor and a retailer. Right Stuf works to promote knowledge of its own products, as well as the anime and manga industry, in general, through its online storefront at RightStuf.com and a variety of media including podcasts and special publications.
Nozomi Entertainment, Right Stuf's production division, is dedicated to the highest quality releases. True to the Japanese word that inspired its name, Nozomi's focus is on “what fans want.” By focusing on a limited number of anime properties each year, the Nozomi production team ensures each release receives the care and attention to detail it deserves.
From anime classics like Astro Boy, Kimba and Gigantor to modern comedies, dramas and favorites such as The Irresponsible Captain Tylor, His and Her Circumstances, Gravitation, Ninja Nonsense, The Third: The Girl With the Blue Eye, Emma: A Victorian Romance, Maria Watches Over Us, ARIA, Gakuen Alice, Rental Magica and Junjo Romantica, Right Stuf and Nozomi Entertainment produce quality programming for fans of all ages and interests. For more information, visit www.rightstuf.com and www.nozomient.com.
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