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Anime Central, Baka-Con wrap up
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Last weekend was home to not one, but two anime conventions across the country, including Baka-Con and Anime Central. Both cons seemed to be very successful, judging from fan reaction, although Baka-Con's quarters were a little cramped, as attendance more than doubled this year. (They are planning to move to a larger location next year.
The commercial companies were at both locations, talking to fans and announcing their plans for the future. The absent AnimeWorks) mentioned that they plan to have DVD releases in early 2000, and AnimeOnDVD.com reports that they also criticized others for releasing titles on DVD that didn't deserve it.
Spriggan", which may see a theatrical release.
Outlaw Star are in the works.
In other convention happenings, Baka-con attendees were asked to submit ideas for a new name for the convention, with the winner getting free ission next year. Among the Baka-con guests were ADV voice actors Tiffany Grant.
Anime Central, meanwhile, welcomed guests Ken'ichi Sonoda, designer for the original Cream Lemon OAV series).
