Gamera the Brave Blu-ray (Tokyo Shock)
Just what is going on over at Media Blasters? The distributor known for releasing anime and live-action Asian films in North America has been facing some tough times lately. Back in January of this year, they laid off 60% of their staff. A few days ago, trusted website Anime News Network reported a story that Media Blasters had been dissolved by the state of New York due to failing to file their taxes.
Today Media Blasters hit back at such claims on their Facebook page. Media Blasters says: “MB is not out of business or closing down its operation.” MB also alleges that Anime News Network didn’t bother to contact them before reporting the story – something that ANN denies.
Regardless, Media Blasters has delayed the release of several of their high profile discs in recent months. For instance, Gamera the Brave on Blu-ray and the Lady Ninja Kasumi DVD collection now won’t hit retail until September 25th, 2012. Stay tuned for more on the story as it develops.
