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Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League is Still in Production, But it Looks Fantastic

Oct 18, 13:45

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Batman takes on a corrupt Justice League with a fresh aesthetic as two worlds collide. ― One of the most popular superhero characters continues to find himself in unconventional situations. The best example is Batman Ninja, a CG animated film that transported Batman and many of his villains to feudal Japan. Right off the film's success, there's the much-anticipated sequel, Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza Lea...

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See You in My 19th Life Volumes 1-3 K-Comic Review

Oct 18, 12:00

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The K-Comic series See You in My 19th Life is a love story that is as much about the tragic past as the hopeful present. ― Tragedy and romance have been linked almost since the dawn of literature. Why else would stories of doomed lovers like Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet or historical tales of Cleopatra and her lovers be so lionized? For many readers, the fine line between the potential for a happy ...

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The Real Yokai of DAN DA DAN

Oct 18, 09:00

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We asked yokai expert Zack Davisson to give us a lesson in the real origins of Turbo Granny, Serpos aliens, and more from the hit series DAN DA DAN! ― I was just at AnimeNYC, and as usual, after my yokai panel I had people curious about their favorite series, asking “Is this a real yokai?” I get that question all the time and the answer is always “Yes.” Because all yokai are real to the same extent ...

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The Unaware Atelier Master Novels Get TV Anime in April 2025

Oct 18, 05:53

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Mikako Komatsu, Asami Seto, Minami Tanaka star in fantasy series ― Alphapolis announced on Friday that Yousuke Tokino's The Unaware Atelier Master (Kanchigai no Atelier Meister) light novel series is getting a television anime adaptation that will premiere in April 2025. Hisashi Ishii (Rainy Cocoa in Hawaii, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear) is directing the anime at EMT Squared. Deko Akao (Higehiro, Komi Can't C...

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The Late Akira Toriyama Planted Mysteries in the New Demon Realm Just For Dragon Ball Daima

Oct 17, 17:30

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NYCC panel showed original Toriyama artwork, new mecha designs. ― While the New York Comic Con Dragon Ball Daima panel launched with whoops and cheers, it must have also packed an emotional gutpunch for the Dragon Ball fans. The passing of mangaka Akira Toriyama on March 1 has left a hole in the hearts of the franchise's acolytes. On Dragon Ball's 40th anniversary, many of them assembled at New York...

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BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- Anime Film Review

Oct 17, 13:00

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Now streaming on Crunchyroll, the BLUE LOCK movie makes Nagi an even more interesting and nuanced character, but the last 10 minutes almost upends the film's otherwise interesting plot. ― BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- is a retelling of the early events of BLUE LOCK through the eyes of Nagi and Mikage. However, that's not to say this is a recap or compilation film. Rather, a good 70% of the film ...

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This Week in Anime - Reincarnated in Another Column

Oct 17, 10:00

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Another season, another glut of isekai. Chris and Lucas do their best to tackle the unending pile. ― New season, new glut of isekai! Chris and Lucas hold their noses and jump into this season's pool, looking for new species as the genre evolves. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network.Spoiler Warning for discussion of t...

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Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade Reaches 5 Million Pre-registrations as November 7 Launch Approaches

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New PV Released and Community Event Announced ― Shanghai, China - October 17, 2024 - BILIBILI GAME proudly announces that Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade has surpassed 5 million pre-registrations worldwide. To celebrate this significant milestone, a new promotional video (PV) has been released, offering fans an exciting glimpse into the game's dynamic combat and beloved characters. Additionally, the o...

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Yama Wayama's Let's Go Karaoke!, 'Captivated, by You' Manga Both Get TV Anime

Oct 17, 05:37

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Asami Nakatani directs anime at Doga Kobo ― Manga creator Yama Wayama announced on Thursday that both her Captivated, by You (Muchū sa, Kimi ni.) manga and her Let's Go Karaoke! (Karaoke Iko!) manga will get a television anime adaptation. The announcement stated both works are getting a TV anime "at the same time." Asami Nakatani (Yohane the Parhelion -SUNSHINE in the MIRROR) is directing the anime a...

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Natsume's Book of Friends Art Director Yukihiro Shibutani Dies at 63

Oct 16, 22:49

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Shibutani also worked on Patlabor, Detective Conan, Kamichu, To Your Eternity, Archdemon's Dilemma, more ― Anime background artist, art director, and the GAKIproAstudio art studio's board director Yukihiro Shibutani died in a Tokyo hospital on September 15 due to a worsening chronic illness. He was 63. His close relatives held a private funeral. GAKIproAstudio's parent company Y.A.P. Ishigaki Product...

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Silent Hill 2 (2024) Video Game Review

Oct 16, 12:00