Recently, it was announced that the fantasy adventure manga Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End will be getting the anime treatment this fall. And it just so happens to be readable on the Viz manga app! Even if you’re not a big manga reader, it’s worth your time …Read more »
The light novel to anime pipeline is practically a straight line these days. Lots of series, from Re:ZERO to that one about the guy who gets reincarnated as a vending machine, got their start as books. And over the past few weekends, we got wind of …Read more »
This weekend, moviegoers everywhere are preparing for a Barbenheimer double feature. The two cinematic juggernauts—Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer—are highly anticipated flicks in their own right. But their juxtaposition has achieved meme status, boosting the popularity of both debuts. It’s not the first time …Read more »
A lot of different aspects work together to make an anime truly good. Story, characterization, music, pacing and more. But there’s something about a truly beautiful anime—like real eye candy—that takes all of that to the next level. And fortunately for us, we already have …Read more »
Season two of JUJUTSU KAISEN has begun, and that also means new opening and ending theme songs! The opening theme “Where Our Blue Is” by Tatsuya Kitani and ending theme “Akari” by Soushi Sakiyama are available now through Milan Records. Kitani took the time to speak …Read more »
A fresh new anime season means fresh new anime openings! There are still several shows yet to premiere, but we already have a few early favorites in the mix. Familiar singers and bands are jumping into the worlds of new shows. How many returning anison …Read more »
Reincarnation isekai is a messy business—mainly because to be reincarnated, you first have to die. There was a time, not too long ago, when a quick tap from Truck-kun would get the job done. But as time goes on and neighbor-world titles dominate more and …Read more »
We dive into fantasy anime—and fantasy in general—to escape from our everyday life. Stories of magic, far-off places, and strange creatures provide a respite from the modern world. But sometimes, a series can surprise you. And a show that has all the earmarks of a …Read more »
Need a little something to watch before the summer season kicks in? Want something you can marathon at your own speed? We’ve got you covered… especially if you’re interested in brushing up on your classic anime. Based on your spring faves, we’ve got recommendations that’ll …Read more »
With the spring anime season coming to a close, a lot of shows are launching their finales. Whether it’s a good-bye or a bye for now, lots of these episodes have left us wanting more. Whether it’s a cliffhanger by design or the vibe that …Read more »
The summer anime season is just around the corner! With spring titles wrapping up (temporarily or permanently) this week and next, we’re building out our summer watch list. And we know that, in the midst of dramatic and action-packed titles, we’ll want some calm, wholesome …Read more »
We all watch anime for different reasons. To be entertained, to be moved, to be inspired. Sometimes, we watch for the deeper message. But once in a while, something we’re watching for other reasons lands in that latter category. And that happened more than once …Read more »
Lonely Castle in the Mirror is playing in select American theaters June 21 and 22. In the fantasy film, adolescent Kokoro is terrified of going to school, and finds a mirror to a castle where other children are dealing with the same school phobia. Director …Read more »
The school year is over, and (for some of us) it’s time to relax for a few glorious months. Each of us has a different idea of how to kick back… fortunately, we’ve got an anime to match your summer vacation vibe! Whether you’re looking …Read more »
With Oshi no Ko nearing its spring finale, a lot of fans are facing down a big glittery star-shaped gap in their weekly watchlist. Never fear! The Hoshino twins aren’t the only stars with aspirations far beyond fame and fortune. There are lots of anime out there …Read more »
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