G-Force

G-Force: Animated is the official compendium to Battle of the Planets, the Japanese animated TV program that revolutionized anime across the globe! Featuring plenty of unseen artwork and designs from the wondrous world of G-Force (known as Science Ninja Team Gatchaman to the rest of the world), it presents interviews and behind-the-scenes stories of the pop culture phenomenon that captured the hearts and imagination of Generation X, and spawned the new hit comic series! Granted full access to the archives of Sandy Frank Productions, this trade paperback covers the history of the show, from the original Tatsunoko production in 1972 to the current day rediscovery of this legendary and influential anime! Co-written by Jason Hofius (Battle of the Planets historian) and George Khoury (author of the Eisner-nominated Kimota! The Miracleman Companion), this full-color 96-page detailed account is highlighted by a new cover from master artist Alex Ross! Join us as we explore the real adventures and stories of Mark, Jason, Princess, Keyop, and Tiny. This fiery phoenix will rise again!