What makes an exceptional anime? Is it a protagonist with a relatable journey as they go from zero to number one hero? Or is it watching an antagonist’s backstory unfold, only to find that it reminds us of our own? It’s true that protagonists can be inspiring, but an exceptional anime is not just about… Read More No One Is Too Far Gone: Heroes & Villains in My Hero Academia
Hulu has lots of anime to choose from, including movies (as of this writing). I have not seen too many anime films, aside from most of what comes out Ghibli Studios and the occasional One Piece movie. I recently found a few on Hulu that looked interesting, though I had never heard of them. Patema… Read More Patema Inverted: Upside Down Sinners
I didn’t expect to like Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash. But, as I wrote in the season reviews, it turned out to be fairly enjoyable. In fact, I found it soothing, almost like something from the slice of life genre: a perfect wind-down show for the end of a busy day. I saw it as a kind of… Read More Annalyn’s Corner: Grimgar and Discordant People
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic was one of those shows I was a little unsure about watching. I mean, I watch anime, play video games, cosplay, go to conventions, etc. but…My Little Pony…Really? REALLY? I didn’t get into the show until after one year at Anime Weekend Atlanta. We were hanging out watching all… Read More The Power of Kindness in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
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