When did John O'Donnell establish Central Park Media?
John O'Donnell established Central Park Media in 1990 as an anime supplier. The company took root at 250 West 57th Street, a building that shares its name with the famous park nearby.
Questions about Central Park Media
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What happened to Central Park Media on the 26th of May 2006?
On the 26th of May 2006, Central Park Media laid off many employees amid rumors of impending bankruptcy. A representative at Anime Boston confirmed creditor problems following Musicland group's January 2007 bankruptcy.
Which division of Central Park Media handled East Asian live-action films starting in 1999?
Asia Pulp Cinema launched in 1999 to handle East Asian live-action films featuring actress Kei Mizutani. This division operated alongside Software Sculptors which specialized in screen savers and CD-ROM releases starting in 1993.
When did Central Park Media file Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
CPM filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy on the 27th of April 2009 with debts exceeding US$1.2 million. The company had not released anything on home video for over a year prior to this legal action.
Who acquired rights to re-release titles from Central Park Media after 2004?
ADV Films, Bandai Entertainment, Funimation, Sentai Filmworks, Discotek Media, Nozomi Entertainment, and Media Blasters acquired rights to re-release titles from 2004 onward. Grave of the Firelights was re-released in 2012 following its transfer to Sentai Filmworks.