I am not sure about the imports playing on American DVD players, but make sure
you get a DIVX compatible player.  DIVX is supposed to be the best format.  I
personally own "Tenchi Muyo in Love" on DVD and it plays fine.

Scott Coleman
Scott41273@Aol.com
http://sparc.lps.org/scoleman/sammy.htm
Scott's Tenchi Page