Cypress, CA (May 8, 2003) - Prepare to fight! Bandai Entertainment, the premiere distributor of Japanese animation DVD's in North America, will release s-CRY-ed - The Lost Ground as part of its Platinum DVD Series on July 15. For die-hard fans seeking early deployment, they can go to battle July 1 with the release of the s-CRY-ed Limited Edition Box that features a variety of collectibles. On both dates, viewers will be able to join Kazuma on a spectacular Sci Fi adventure as he continues a quest for survival in the wastelands where all he has to rely upon are special powers to battle the secret organization called 'Holy.'
"With the current popularity of super hero mutant action, we are excited about the launch of the s-CRY-ed series in North America and anticipate that fans will follow this adventurous SciFi story as closely as they have done in Japan since it was first introduced in 2001," said Jerry Chu, Marketing Manager, Bandai Entertainment.
Directed by Goro Taniguchi (Gasaraki, Infinite Ryvius) and screenplay by Yosuke Kuroda (Trigun, Excel Saga), with its English adaptation produced by Taku Otsuka (Trigun, Vandread), s-CRY-ed: The Lost Ground (Vol. 1) features the aftermath of a mysterious environmental catastrophe that has left the land in complete desolation. While mankind has been able to rebuild the city, the catastrophe has caused some humans to undergo genetic mutations that provide them with special powers and abilities - these genetically enhanced humans are known as Alter Users. When the 'Holy' organization threatens to take away Kazuma's freedom, he's given two choices: join or die. Seeking to find the truth behind 'Holy' Kazuma's will rage and consume humanity and Alter Users alike!
s-CRY-ed: The Lost Ground (Vol. 1) Platinum Series DVD Features:
- Interactive Animated Menus
- English/Japanese language
- Optional English Subtitles
- Dolby Digital Audio
- DVD Extras Include:
- Textless Opening
- Textless Ending
- Collectible Premium Card (while supplies last)
- Lost Ground Express
- Design Gallery
- Bandai Previews
s-CRY-ed: The Lost Ground Limited Edition Box includes:- Collector's Box (Limited to 15,000 Pieces)
- A replica s-CRY-ed Pendant
- Three Collectible Premium Cards
- s-CRY-ed Poster
CATALOG #: 669198236693
669198236099 (Limited Edition)
RUNNING TIME: 125 min.
RATING: 13UP
GENRE: Sci-Fi/Action
SRP PRICE: $29.98 $49.98 (Limited Edition)
STREET DATE: July 15, 2003
July 1, 2003 (Limited Edition)
PRE-BOOK DATE: June 3, 2003
May 20, 2003 (Limited Edition)
ABOUT BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT
Bandai Entertainment Inc. is the premier distributor of Japanese animation on DVD home video in North America. The company has distributed notable titles like Mobile Fighter G Gundam, Escaflowne, Cowboy Bebop, and The Big O. Bandai Entertainment Inc. is a subsidiary of Bandai America Inc., who makes the toys for the hit television series, Power Rangers, Digimon, and Mobile Suit Gundam. All U.S. operations are headquartered in a large, ultra-modern facility in Cypress, Calif. Bandai Co., Ltd is the third largest toy company in the world comprising 53 subsidiaries in 18 countries. In addition to toys and children's entertainment, Bandai Co.'s global interests include video game software, multimedia, music and full-length feature films, vending machines, trading cards, candies, and licensed apparel. Bandai Entertainment is headquartered in Cypress, California and additional company and product information is available through our website at www.bandai-ent.com.
