Another weekend upon us means another new series being made available via Madman Entertainment’s AnimeLab video-on-demand platform. Joining the range of simulcasts being offered weekly on the platform, this newest addition is something from the publishers back-catalogue.
Currently available exclusively to Premium Subscribers for a one week period, the 2009 24-episode TV anime Shangri-La is now available to watch. The episodes are only available with the original Japanese dubs, with the English dub currently only available on the home video release.
In the distant future, earthquakes and the effects of global warming have splintered Japanese society. Some struggle hand-to-mouth in the jungle-tangled ruins of civilization. Some live comfortably within the closed-off city of Atlas. Others lurk online, anonymously hacking the global economy. As nature grows more violent and the divide between classes expands, one spirited girl, Kuniko, must face her destiny and lead her people into the utopia of Atlas.
The city’s ruthless government isn’t going to welcome them with open arms, but Kuniko won’t give up until the gates of Atlas are kicked open for good – even if it means discovering that the promised land she dreamed of is built upon a foundation of twisted secrets and lies.
Feel like nabbing Shangri-La on DVD rather than streaming it? The entire series can be nabbed on-sale right now via Madman Entertainment’s website for just $8.99 (Regular Price: $29.95).
