From showcasing beloved characters in an exciting new light to witnessing spectacular one-on-ones, tournament arcs are a staple of most shonen anime. Although they may appear to be a simplistic competition format …
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Just about everyone has seen The Wizard of Oz, it is a beloved classic film that has shaped western culture, and its mark on film history is indelible. For the most …
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It’s hard to talk about the mystery genre without at least mentioning the influence of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. It’s like trying to talk about anime without mentioning Dragon Ball …
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WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Vol. 2 of The Detective Is Already Dead light novel, now on sale from Yen Press. The anime adaptation of the popular light novel …
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Adapted from the popular manga series of the same name, Jujutsu Kaisen follows Yuji Itadori, who accidentally stumbles upon a cursed item that wrenches him into the world of the supernatural. …
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WARNING: The following contains spoilers for takt op.Destiny Episode 5, “Equitation -Valkyrie-,” now streaming on Crunchyroll. Episode 5 of takt op.Destiny has a slightly more sinister air to it when …
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Reki Kawahara’s Sword Art Online: Progressive light novel series is receiving a full film series adaption. Aria of a Starless Night is already hitting theaters and Scherzo of a Dark …
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WARNING: The following article contains significant spoilers for the entirety of The Vision of Escaflowne, available on Crunchyroll as well as All 4 in the UK. Over 25 years ago, The Vision …
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