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We’re super stoked to hear that Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water is coming back to home viewing! GKIDS has kept us fed at the cinema with their screenings — Studio Ghibli and otherwise. And their home video acquisitions are just as exciting. If you’re a …Read more »
Like Digimon, Delicious Party Pretty Cure, and others, One Piece has had its production schedule altered by the recent Toei hacks. It’s going to be a few weeks until we see any new adventures from the Straw Hat Pirates. In the meantime, we’re finding other ways to …Read more »
After the last couple years, it would be really nice if we could predict what 2022 has in store. But there’s good news: thanks to our favorite anime, we can! … okay, so I’ve just been told that legally I cannot make this claim. The …Read more »
It seems like only yesterday when we found out that two of Gainax’s best and brightest were going on to found Studio TRIGGER. The company has brought us a variety of bright, exciting anime, from Little Witch Academia to Promare. And ten years later, we still can’t …Read more »
Back before Gainax was Gainax, it animated two openings for the Japanese sci-fi convention DAICON. Their first was a hit, but their second — set to ELO’s “Twilight” and full of even more pop culture references — has become a touchstone for anime fans throughout …Read more »
Otakon is still underway, but as far as we’re concerned, we’ve heard the best news of the con already. Gainax’s Aim for the Top! Gunbuster will be coming to Blu-ray thanks to Discotek! The epic six-part mecha anime has been out of print for quite a …Read more »
Yes, you heard right — there’s more KONOSUBA on the way! The isekai comedy announced its return today. Sadly, we don’t know much beyond that there will be more, but that’s already a bit deal. It’s also going to be a big wait for the next chapter of Kazuma’s …Read more »
Upcoming anime Gyakuten Sekai no Denchi Shoujo (or Rumble Garanndoll) has a terrifying premise: an alternate world where anime disappears. Fortunately for us, an intrepid band of fans is working to salvage all the nerdy things we love. The new series won’t be out ’til October, but …Read more »
The long-promise Star Wars anime is getting closer! Star Wars: Visions will be coming soon to Disney+, and it’s got some serious heavy hitters involved. Even if you don’t know their names, you definitely know their work. Here are some of the anime luminaries we’re most excited …Read more »
Norio Wakamoto is one of Japan’s most legendary voice actors. How legendary? There’s an annual competition every year to see who can do the best impression of him! But that’s not what we’re here for today — we’re talking about where you can year the …Read more »
Some voice actors have voices so distinctive, all it takes is a word to recognize them. For others, all it takes is a yell. Case in point, Nobuyuki Hiyama. Renowned for his range and his hot-blooded performances, Hiyama is one of the hardest-working seiyuu in anime. …Read more »
Online anime is a game-changer, from streaming media to made-for-Internet titles. You can get your fill on YouTube, Netflix, and any number of other streaming sites. Some are even made specifically for online distribution. And of those… some are technically commercials. But darned if they aren’t pretty. …Read more »
Looking for a short anime to marathon in an afternoon? How does two episodes work for you? This trio of OVAs tell their respective stories over a pair of installments, meaning you can watch one (or all three!) in a day. They’re also all pretty …Read more »
The movie Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time has done very well in Japan, but that doesn’t mean everyone likes it. While some people might criticize the movie, apparently others have gone beyond that and have been sending threatening messages to Studio Khara. We don’t …Read more »
Sometimes, a voice actor is just perfect for a role beyond any shadow of a doubt. And then at other times, you wonder how in the world the casting directors came to their decision. It’s not that it’s a bad choice — more like it’s …Read more »
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