Hyperpop Bliss Meets Anime Angst In Porter Robinson's New Single, "Cheerleader"

If we’ve learned anything about Porter Robinson over the years, it’s that running the emotional gauntlet of his music is unavoidable. His albums are few and far between, but when they do come, we all willingly plunge into his bitcrushed universe of unfiltered nostalgia. As fans wait with bated breath for his long-awaited third LP, … Read more

Funimation Digital Libraries Were Supposed to Last ‘Forever.’ Soon They’ll Disappear

How long is “forever”? When it comes to digital media, forever could be as close as a couple of months away. Funimation, a Sony-owned streaming service for anime, recently announced that subscribers’ digital libraries on the platform will be unavailable after April 2. For years, Funimation had been telling subscribers that they could keep streaming … Read more

Netflix Lands Global Rights to Anime Movie

Netflix has officially announced its multi-film partnership with Japanese animation studio Studio Ponoc. This new deal includes the global streaming rights to the studio’s upcoming animated film slate. Studio Ponoc’s upcoming fantasy anime movie The Imaginary will be the first one that will premiere on Netflix. It is scheduled to stream later this year following … Read more

Man convicted of murder for arson attack at Japanese anime studio that killed 36

TOKYO — A man was convicted of murder and other crimes Thursday for carrying out a shocking arson attack on an anime studio in Kyoto, Japan, that killed 36 people and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide. The Kyoto District Court said it found Shinji Aoba mentally capable to face punishment for … Read more

Rick and Morty Season 8 Delay 2025 Anime Adult Swim Max

Oh jeez. While season seven was one of Rick and Morty’s best—putting to rest any idea that the behind-the-scenes reshuffling would compromise its quality—it seems we’ll be waiting longer than expected for more: season eight is slated for a 2025 return. Hulu’s Hellraiser Reboot Has So-So Sights to Show You This update comes from a … Read more

The Surprising Connection Between Mean Girls And A Beloved Anime

In “Fullmetal Alchemist,” alchemy is bound by “Equivalent Exchange” — to create, you must sacrifice something of equal value. That’s why reviving the dead is the science’s ultimate taboo. Ed and Al did so anyway, attempting to resurrect their mother Trisha. They failed and paid the toll by losing two limbs (Ed) and being reduced … Read more

35 Best Anime Series for Beginners to Watch

Anime has quickly become a global phenomenon and has risen to the top of the animation world. Between intricate storylines, over-the-top animation, and mind-blowing world-building, anime has been the one place that guarantees that a short attention span is no problem. For those new to the genre, getting comfortable reading subtitles is only one small … Read more

How A Live-Action Naruto Franchise Can Work – Splitting The Original Anime Into 4 Movies

Summary The live-action Naruto movie adaptation will face challenges in compressing the long story into a movie format, but breaking it into separate arcs could work. The first live-action Naruto movie will cover the Land of Waves arc, establishing the world and introducing the main characters. The sequel movies could cover the Chunin Exams arc, … Read more

‘Chainsaw Man’ Movie Trailer Teases Stunning Anime Adaptation

The Big Picture The Chainsaw Man anime adaptation received rave reviews and fans are eagerly awaiting a second season. A Chainsaw Man movie focusing on the Reze arc is in the works, providing fans with more content to look forward to. The movie will explore a beautifully crafted story that introduces romance and adds another … Read more