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Mass Effect Feature in Select Theaters

AnimeNews Network has reported that the upcoming Mass Effect: Paragon Lost feature will be shown in very limited theaters. The following cities will have the feature.  If you live in the area check and see if it is showing close to you.  Links are provided below to purchase tickets.  The Blu-ray and DVD will be released December 28.

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Criminal Charges Dropped in Canada Case

The case of Ryan Matheson crossing the border, with manga on his laptop, into Canada were he had his computer confiscated for possible possession and importing of child pornography and was later brought up on charges for same acts, has been dropped by the Crown.  Even though the charges were withdrawn Matheson still has to pay legal fees.  Some of the fees were covered by generous donations, however he still has a fee of $45,000.00, to be paid to the court.  Since the charges have been dropped he will not have any criminal record or be registered as a sex offender.  For the full article follow the link below to Comic Book Legal Defense Funds site:

http://cbldf.org/homepage/criminal-charges-dropped-in-canada-customs-manga-case/

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Beasi Talks about Canada Case

Melinda Beasi of Manga Bookshelf has written a thoughtful one page essay over at Comic Book Legal Defense Funds website concerning Brandon X’s criminal case in Canada.  In her essay she references George Orwell’s 1984 to great effect.  It is a strong reminder of how striking that this case is being conducted in today’s society.  Use the link below to read the full essay, it is well worth it.

http://cbldf.org/homepage/voicing-an-opinion-manga-bookshelfs-melinda-beasi-talks-canada-customs-case/

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Some Scary Stuff

Follow the link below for the full interview of Tom Neely and Dylan Williams experience with border officers going into Canada and two of the comic books they had in their possession.  Freedom of Speech and Expression, even though I don’t appreciate some content in the variety of types of media (comic books, books, or movies), I support the artists right to express themselves.  That’s what makes the United States special.  But you should always remember when you enter a foreign country your native country’s rights don’t transfer with you to whichever country you are visiting.

http://cbldf.org/homepage/tom-neely-dylan-williams-speak-out-on-their-customs-seizure-experience/