In an era where K-pop music groups have undeniably become a dominant force in the global music scene, Sony Pictures Animation‘s latest film, KPop Demon Hunters, does more than ride the wave of this craze. It cleverly presents the phenomenon in an action-packed animated film that serves as a gateway for parents who are curious […]
The Stars of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ on Spotlighting Korean Representation in Animation
After the massive box-office triumph of the Spider-Verse films, Sony Pictures Animation is back with a brand-new hero team-up animated adventure called KPop Demon Hunters. The feature film, which drops on Netflix June 20, follows a girl group named Huntrix who must balance their skyrocketing superstardom with moonlighting as demon hunters, saving the world using […]
The Voices Behind ‘Dan Da Dan’ Look Back on the Anime of 2024, and Ahead to What’s Next
Dan Da Dan is set to make a highly anticipated return to streaming platforms. Ahead of the new season, Science Saru and GKids are collaborating again to release Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye, a theatrical cut featuring the first three episodes of the second season. This release will also include a special behind-the-scenes interview with co-directors Fuga […]
‘Dan Da Dan’ Co-Director on Hideaki Anno’s Impact and Upping the Ante for Season 2
Dan Da Dan is poised to make its highly anticipated return to streaming platforms this July. Ahead of the yokai-meets-sci-fi anime series’ second season, studio Science Saru and GKids have joined forces once more with Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye, a theatrical premiere featuring the first three episodes of its forthcoming season. They pick up […]
How Qubic Pictures Used the Force to Bring Star Wars and Anime Together
Star Wars: Visions has become a darling among fans thanks to its repeated proof that the galaxy, far, far away has plenty of compelling stories to tell beyond the Skywalker saga. Recognizing the adoration for fresh narratives, Lucasfilm is poised to release Star Wars: Visions volume three on Disney+ this fall, with a spin-off series of long stories called Star […]
Netflix’s Moonrise Anime Is a Gorgeous Space Opera, but Its Story Is a Mess
On paper, Netflix’s new sci-fi anime, Moonrise, is anime catnip to old and new generations of anime fans as a dream collaboration too significant to fail, even if the platform faltered in promoting it before its release. Directed by Masashi Koizuka of Wit Studio (Attack on Titan), featuring character designs by Hiromu Arakawa of Fullmetal […]
To Be Hero X Is One of Crunchyroll’s Most Promising and Visually Stunning Shows Yet
The shonen anime scene is evolving, bringing in new waves of content as iconic classics like My Hero Academia near their conclusions. While the dust has not settled on which new anime show will usher in a new era under the superhero genre, Crunchyroll’s latest addition, To Be Hero X, has confidently entered the arena […]
Common Side Effects Is as Trippy as It Is Brilliant
Animation is justifiably praised as one of our most significant art forms. Talented writers infuse life into worlds of their own creation, reflecting our own, while artists capture the beauty and imperfections of our lives. If there were ever a time to commend a show for balancing comedy, anxiety, and artistry, it would be Adult […]
Riot Bids Farewell to Arcane With a Hauntingly Romantic Music Video
Riot Games‘ award-winning animated series, Arcane, concluded its story with its second season at the tail end of last year. The major complaint from fans of the show was that they demanded more time with some of its characters. Now, four months after the show’s finale, Riot Games and animation studio Fortiche have given fans […]
The Book Behind Edge of Tomorrow Is Being Turned Into a Stunning-Looking Anime
Yesterday, Warner Bros. Japan announced an anime film adaptation for All You Need Is Kill, the sci-fi light novel that inspired the 2014 Hollywood film, Edge of Tomorrow, starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt. All You Need Is Kill, originally created by Hiroshi Sakurazaka, follows a soldier named Keiji Kiriya trapped in a time loop […]