Next Club Meeting: December 14, 2024, at the Fountaindale Public Library in Bolingbrook from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Animatrix Network is an anime & manga fan club located in the Southwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. We usually meet on the third Saturday of each month (except when holidays or conventions coincide). The meetings are free and open to the public. Join us for a day filled with anime.

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Monday, February 28, 2022

Closest Thing We Get to a FALLOUT Movie

FALLOUT _76 
The Appalachian Wasteland comes alive in the official live action trailer for Fallout 76 - available worldwide on November 14th.
Reclamation Day, 2102. Twenty-five years after the bombs fall, you and your fellow Vault Dwellers—chosen from the nation’s best and brightest – emerge into post-nuclear America. Play solo or join together as you explore, quest, build, and triumph against the wasteland’s greatest threats.

Sunday, February 27, 2022

The Unofficial Anime Fight Song

ROBOTECH LAST BATTLE
The Best of the "So Bad They're Great" Minmay Songs From The Macross Saga. When Russians are at your doorstep, find hope and inspiration with your Robotech Fight Song.

Saturday, February 26, 2022

The Spyce must flow!

RELEASE THE SPYCE
Momo Minamoto is a shy teenager who simply wants to do good in the world. Her dream is to follow in her police officer father's footsteps and support law and order. And just like him, she has a very unique ability: her senses are much more refined than those of any average person. A simple lick will enable her to determine what someone is feeling.
One night, as she admires the landscape, Momo sees suspicious shades moving in the distance. After learning that those shades were spies, she is recruited by their captain Yuki Hanzoumon, a senior at her school. The members of their secret agency, called the Tsukikage, also have the power to gain strength after ingesting spices. Release the Spyce is an action-packed spy series about the Tsukikage's missions as they fight in the shadows to protect the city from crime while keeping up with their high school life. 

Friday, February 25, 2022

What's new, Master Chief?

HALO the Series
Dramatizing an epic 26th-century conflict between humanity and an alien threat known as the Covenant, Halo the series will weave deeply drawn personal stories with action, adventure and a richly imagined vision of the future. In a war for humanity's very survival, our deadliest weapon is our greatest hope. See Master Chief, Cortana, the Covenant, and the other Spartans of Silver Team more in this epic trailer for the new Paramount+ Original Series, Halo. Find the Halo, win the war. Stream the premiere of the new original series Halo on Thursday, March 24, exclusively on Paramount+. 
In its adaptation for Paramount+, HALO will take place in the universe that first came to be in 2001 with the launch of Xbox®’s first “Halo” game. Dramatizing an epic 26th-century conflict between humanity and an alien threat known as the Covenant, HALO the series will weave deeply drawn personal stories with action, adventure and a richly imagined vision of the future. The series stars Pablo Schreiber (the Master Chief, Spartan John-117), Natascha McElhone (Dr. Halsey), Jen Taylor (Cortana), Bokeem Woodbine (Soren-066), Shabana Azmi (Admiral Margaret Parangosky), Natasha Culzac (Riz-028), Olive Gray (Miranda Keyes), Yerin Ha (Kwan Ha Boo), Bentley Kalu (Vannak-134), Kate Kennedy (Kai-125), Charlie Murphy (Makee) and Danny Sapani (Captain Jacob Keyes). 

Thursday, February 24, 2022

What does your flag mean?

OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH
The unique new comedy is loosely based on the true adventures of 18th century would-be pirate, Stede Bonnet, played by Rhys Darby. After trading in his comfortable life for one of a buccaneer, Stede becomes captain of a pirate ship, but struggles to earn the respect of his potentially mutinous crew. Stede’s fortunes change after a fateful run-in with the infamous Captain Blackbeard, played by Taika Waititi. The Max Original comedy series, Our Flag Means Death is streaming March 3 on HBO Max.

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Remember this...?

BRAVEST WARRIORS
Bravest Warriors is an American animated series. Set on-wards from the year 3085, it follows four teenage heroes-for-hire as they warp through the universe to save adorable aliens and their worlds using the power of their emotions.

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

From the warped minds behind INVINCIBLE...

T H E   B O Y S
D I A B O L i C A L
From some of the most unhinged and maniacal minds in Hollywood today comes Diabolical, a collection of eight irreverent and emotionally shocking animated short films. Featuring stories by Seth Rogen, Kumail Nanjiani, Aisha Tyler, and more, each episode plunges elbow-deep into unseen crevices of The Boys Universe.

Monday, February 21, 2022

Do they come in Peace?

N  O  P  E
“What’s a bad miracle?”
Oscar® winner Jordan Peele disrupted and redefined modern horror with Get Out and then Us. Now, he reimagines the summer movie with a new pop nightmare: the expansive horror epic, Nope. The film reunites Peele with Oscar® winner Daniel Kaluuya (Get Out, Judas and the Black Messiah), who is joined by Keke Palmer (Hustlers, Alice) and Oscar® nominee Steven Yeun (Minari, Okja) as residents in a lonely gulch of inland California who bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery. Nope, which co-stars Michael Wincott (Hitchcock, Westworld) and Brandon Perea (The OA, American Insurrection), is written and directed by Jordan Peele and is produced by Ian Cooper (Us, Candyman) and Jordan Peele for Monkeypaw Productions. The film will be released by Universal Pictures worldwide.

Sunday, February 20, 2022

Top '80s Anime Openings/Endings

Remembering the Best Anime OP/ED's of the '80's
Go back to a time when pop music and anime went hand-in-hand to become childhood staples in the memories of many fans. There's a special charm in those 1980's anime that you can't find in the newer ones. Nothing beats this Blast from the Past! Enjoy!

Saturday, February 19, 2022

Who can rescue the Rescue Rangers?

Chip and Dale's Rescue Rangers
A live-action film featuring animated version of Disney's chipmunks, Chip and Dale. After 30 years, they return for another adventure, but everyone has changed and each have gone their separate ways. Can they rekindle their friendship once again in order to save the world?

Friday, February 18, 2022

It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Multiverse...

Doctor Strange in the 
Multiverse of Madness
Enter a new dimension of Strange. Watch the official trailer for Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Only in theaters May 6. In Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” the MCU unlocks the Multiverse and pushes its boundaries further than ever before. Journey into the unknown with Doctor Strange, who, with the help of mystical allies both old and new, traverses the mind-bending and dangerous alternate realities of the Multiverse to confront a mysterious new adversary. “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Elizabeth Olsen, Benedict Wong, Xochitl Gomez, with Michael Stühlbarg, and Rachel McAdams. The film is directed by Sam Raimi, and Kevin Feige is the producer. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Eric Hauserman Carroll and Jamie Christopher serve as executive producers. The screenplay was written by Michael Waldron.

Thursday, February 17, 2022

Amazon's Billion Dollar 'Lord of the Rings' Series

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Amazon Studios’ forthcoming series brings to screens for the very first time the heroic legends of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth's history. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. 
Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Anime Viewing Schedule for February 19, 2022


 A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K
Saturday, January 19, 2022
Fountaindale Public Library
VIEWING SCHEDULE
          11:15 - 12:05   Jujutsu Kaisen 23-24 [End]
          12:05 - 12:55   Tales of Luminaria 1-2
          12:55 - 1:25     Club Meeting
          1:25 - 2:15       Mushoku Tensei 18-19
          2:15 - 2:40       Attack on Titan: FINAL Season Part II Ep 2
          2:40 - 4:41       Belle (Movie)
 
"We are all Songs in the Melody of Life!"
 
Fountaindale Public Library
300 W. Briarcliff Road
Bolingbrook, IL 60440

Board Room, Second Floor 
Effective August 30, 2021, face masks
are REQUIRED inside the library due to
the state of Illinois mask mandate.

From 11:15 AM to 5:00 PM


All anime presented are fan-subtitled unless otherwise noted.
 
Don't miss the exciting anime series: Kemono Jihen and Mushoku Tensei
* ANIME DESCRIPTIONS ARE BELOW *

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Ivan Reitman, 'Ghostbusters' director, Dies at 75

IVAN REITMAN
(October 27, 1946 – February 12, 2022)
Director of 'Ghostbusters' Passes Away at Age 75

[Source: Yahoo.com] Ivan Reitman, the influential filmmaker and producer behind many of the most beloved comedies of the late 20th century, from “Animal House” to “Ghostbusters,” has died. He was 75.
Reitman died peacefully in his sleep Saturday night at his home in Montecito, Calif., his family told The Associated Press.

“Our family is grieving the unexpected loss of a husband, father, and grandfather who taught us to always seek the magic in life,” children Jason Reitman, Catherine Reitman and Caroline Reitman said in a joint statement. “We take comfort that his work as a filmmaker brought laughter and happiness to countless others around the world. While we mourn privately, we hope those who knew him through his films will remember him always.”

Known for bawdy comedies that caught the spirit of their time, Reitman’s big break came with the raucous, college fraternity sendup “National Lampoon’s Animal House,” which he produced. He directed Bill Murray in his first starring role in the summer camp flick “Meatballs," and then again in 1981's “Stripes,” but his most significant success came with 1984’s “Ghostbusters.”

Not only did the irreverent supernatural comedy starring Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, Ernie Hudson, Sigourney Weaver and Rick Moranis gross nearly $300 million worldwide, it earned two Oscar nominations, spawned a veritable franchise, including spinoffs, television shows and a new movie, “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” that opened this last year. His son, filmmaker Jason Reitman directed.

Paul Feig, who directed the 2016 reboot of “Ghostbusters” tweeted that he was in shock.

“I had the honor of working so closely with Ivan and it was always such a learning experience,” Feig wrote. “He directed some of my favorite comedies of all time. All of us in comedy owe him so very much.”

“A legend,” comedian and actor Kumail Nanjiani said on Twitter. “The number of great movies he made is absurd.”

Among other notable films he directed are “Twins,” “Kindergarten Cop,” “Dave,” “Junior” and 1998's “Six Days, Seven Nights.” He also produced “Beethoven,” “Old School” and “EuroTrip,” and many others, including his son's Oscar-nominated film “Up in the Air.”

Monday, February 14, 2022

The epic conclusion of the Jurassic era...

Jurassic World Dominion
This summer, experience the epic conclusion to the Jurassic era as two generations unite for the first time. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard are joined by Oscar®-winner Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Sam Neill in Jurassic World Dominion, a bold, timely and breathtaking new adventure that spans the globe. 
 
From Jurassic World architect and director Colin Trevorrow, Dominion takes place four years after Isla Nublar has been destroyed. Dinosaurs now live—and hunt—alongside humans all over the world. This fragile balance will reshape the future and determine, once and for all, whether human beings are to remain the apex predators on a planet they now share with history’s most fearsome creatures. 
 
Jurassic World Dominion, from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, propels the more than $5 billion franchise into daring, uncharted territory, featuring never-seen dinosaurs, breakneck action and astonishing new visual effects. 
 
The film features new cast members DeWanda Wise (She’s Gotta Have It), Emmy nominee Mamoudou Athie (Archive 81), Dichen Lachman (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Scott Haze (Minari) and Campbell Scott (The Amazing Spider-Man 2). The film’s returning cast includes BD Wong as Dr. Henry Wu, Justice Smith as Franklin Webb, Daniella Pineda as Dr. Zia Rodriguez and Omar Sy as Barry Sembenè. 
 
Jurassic World Dominion is directed by Colin Trevorrow, who steered 2015’s Jurassic World to a record-shattering $1.7 billion global box office. The screenplay is by Emily Carmichael (Battle at Big Rock) & Colin Trevorrow from a story by Derek Connolly (Jurassic World) & Trevorrow, based on characters created by Michael Crichton. Jurassic World Dominion is produced by acclaimed franchise producers Frank Marshall p.g.a. and Patrick Crowley p.g.a. and is executive produced by legendary, Oscar®-winning franchise creator Steven Spielberg, Alexandra Derbyshire and Colin Trevorrow. 
Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment present, in association with Perfect World Pictures, a Colin Trevorrow film. jurassicworld.com

Sunday, February 13, 2022

Caught in the Wake - Animated Short Film

Caught in the Wake
Watch what happens when a fisherman accidentally unplugs the sea.
Watch the Video

Saturday, February 12, 2022

Next Club Meeting is February 19, 2022

A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K  
"Aha! I found where Jabba kept his hentai anime..."
                                                              - Boba
  M O N T H L Y   M E E T I N G

Fountaindale Public Library
300 W. Briarcliff Road
Bolingbrook, IL  60440
Board Room (2nd Floor)
Saturday, February 19, 2022
11:15 AM - 5:00 PM
PLEASE READ
 
We will be in the BOARD ROOM on the
Second Floor. The maximum number of people
allowed in the room is TEN, so please 
arrive early to claim your seat. 
 
In accordance with the CDC and state of Illinois guidance, face masks are REQUIRED.  
 
THANK YOU!

Hope to see everyone there!

 
A Viewing Schedule will be posted soon.
 
Hope to see you all there!

(Click below for maps)

Friday, February 11, 2022

I bless the rains down in Termina...

"Africa" by Toto, but its played on instruments in Majora's Mask.
Watch the Video

Thursday, February 10, 2022

Lightyear - *NEW* Official Trailer

LIGHTYEAR
Lightyear is the origin story of Buzz Lightyear, voiced by Chris Evans, the hero who inspired the toy. Watch Disney and Pixar's beloved Space Ranger’s story on June 17, 2022.

Wednesday, February 9, 2022

When Three Famous Adventurers Meet...

Uncharted vs Tomb Raider vs Indiana Jones
Uncharted (Nathan Drake) vs Tomb Raider (Lara Croft) vs Indiana Jones.
Behind The Scenes: https://youtu.be/NFPcdMfum90
Filmed in the country of Uzbekistan, in 8K.
Filmed in the cities of Khiva, Bukhara, & Samarkand.

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Jurassic World Dominion x NBC Olympics Spot

Jurassic World
Dominion
This thrilling two-minute spot featuring U.S. Olympians Shaun White, a three-time gold medalist, Mikaela Shiffrin, a three-time medalist including two gold, and Nathan Chen, a three-time world champion, who each experience their own up-close-and-personal encounter with iconic Jurassic World dinosaurs as they snowboard, ski and skate amid stunning winter landscapes.

Monday, February 7, 2022

The History of Sailor Moon!

The Crazy Complicated Story of 
Sailor Moon, Saban Moon & Team Angel
The story of Sailor Moon is a big complicated monster. The story of Sailor Moon in the United States is even more complicated. But that's kinda why we're here. Sailor Moon (Japanese: 美少女戦士セーラームーン, Hepburn: Bishōjo Senshi Sērā Mūn, originally translated as Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon[1] and later as Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon) is a Japanese shōjo manga series written and illustrated by Naoko Takeuchi. It was eventually turned into an animated series called Sailor Moon and exported to the US but not before someone decided to remake the series in the US and thus was born Saban Moon. Sailor Moon survived multiple versions, multiple cancelations, the creation of Team Angel and so much more to become what it is today.

Sunday, February 6, 2022

Tripping the Multiverse with Michelle Yeoh...

EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE
A film from Daniels and starring Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr., with James Hong and Jamie Lee Curtis.
In Theaters March 25, 2022!

Saturday, February 5, 2022

Disenchantment Returns for more Adventures!

Disenchantment Season 4
Dive in. Drink Up. Dream on. Disenchantment Part 4 is coming to Netflix on February 9.
Princess Bean's misadventures this season include the discovery of an underwater castle containing secrets that could change the history of Dreamland.

Friday, February 4, 2022

The Best Adult Animation of 2021

The Year That CHANGED Adult Animation
2021 was the year that CHANGED adult animation for the better, as we got breakout hits such as Arcane on Netflix, Inside Job and Invincible on Amazon Prime, alongside new seasons of Close Enough, Final Space, Tuca & Bertie, Rick & Morty and so much more! Here's our rundown of the newest cartoons for the grownups in the past year, and our thoughts on the direction the medium is heading in.

Thursday, February 3, 2022

"All of us will die. There is no hope."

All of Us Are Dead
The school turned into a bloody battleground and our friends into worst enemies. Who will make it out alive? Will you kill or let yourself be killed?
School's out for the Zombie Apocalypse

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Terry Pratchett's Wyrd Sisters (Animated)

D  I  S  C  W  O  R  L  D
Based on the Terry Pratchett novel. On Discworld, (a world carried on four elephants standing on a huge turtle travelling in space), in a small country called Lancre, three witches, the flowery Magrat Garlick, the lively Nanny Ogg and their leader Granny Weatherwax find themselves dragged into royal politics. The king of Lancre, Verence, has been murdered by Duke Felmet and he has taken over control of the country (but he is trapped under the control of his over-powering wife - the Duchess.) However there are two problems, firstly the Duke hates Lancre and the actual kingdom of Lancre is pressing the witches to find a king that would take better care of it. The second and bigger problem is that Verence's baby son has escaped and has fallen into the hands of the witches prompting the Duke's fury towards the witches. The son must be protected but Granny doesn't want to get involved with the situation but it looks like she doesn't have a choice in the matter...

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Metropolis is My Kind of Town...

TALES of METROPOLIS
Tales of Metropolis is a series of animated shorts as part of the DC Nation block on Cartoon Network. The series stars a different character every episode and follows the every day adventures of Superman's fellow Metropolis citizens such as Bizarro and Lois Lane.
List:
0:00 Chapter 1 "Lois Lane"
1:15 Chapter 2 "Jimmy Olsen"
2:30 Chapter 3 "Bizarro"
3:46 Ending Screen Outro