Howl’s Moving Castle was released in North American theaters 20 years ago this summer. Can you believe it’s been so long? The movie still holds up in virtually all ways, including its animation, writing, themes, and characterization. I especially continue to love Howl and his depth (and sometimes lack of it). Check out this wonderful… Read More Fanart Friday, Too: Hello, Howl!
Yesterday was Pokemon Day, with news dropping about the franchise, but more on point for us, that means wonderful artists posted fanart of Pokemon, like this awww-inspiring piece! Was there any news from the stream yesterday that caught your eye? ★ 【茉莉】 「 遠い日のレポート 」
The play-in matches are complete and the field is set! Here is your bracket for the 2025 AniMarch Madness tournament! Remember that this year, voting will only be done through Facebook and Discord. Be sure to follow our AniMarch Madness Facebook page and our Discord group so that you can participate. Voting begins on Monday!
How do you forgive people who have done something terrible to you? Does forgiveness—as God demands it—require trusting that person again and rebuilding the relationship? Mike digs into this pertinent and challenging topic today through the example of Nami and Hachi on episode 18 of The Power of God and Anime podcast! He also drops… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 18: Nami and Hachi, Forgiveness and Trust
Alina fights a dark god, Saitou and his party face a vengeful hero, a new arc begins in Oshi no Ko, and much much more in this week’s reviews! Check out our thoughts on these exciting new volumes (and a few older ones) and let us know what you think! Handyman Saitou in Another World… Read More Reader’s Corner: Laid-Back Camp (Vol. 16), Oshi no Ko (Vol. 9), and I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time (Vol. 4)
It’s that time of the year once again! AniMarch Madness, in which you vote for anime in single-elimination matches until only one champion remains, officially kicks off March 3rd! But starting tomorrow, seven play-in matches will open up for voting to determine the final slots for this year’s tourney—and you can only vote on them… Read More AniMarch Madness 2025: Subscribe to Our Newsletter to Vote For the Play-in Matches!
“I’ll do it all myself.” The first half of Zenshu, MAPPA’s meta ride following Natsuko, a director reincarnated into the anime movie that inspired her to become an animator, has shown moments of personal growth for the supporting characters and optimism for their story, which in canon form was devastatingly sad. But there hasn’t been… Read More Don’t Forget Your Party: Zenshu’s Lesson in Leadership, Humility, and Ministry
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