It’s part interview, part music video, all fantastic. Earlier today, the Space Battleship Yamato 2202 anime film franchise’s official website updated with a new trailer for upcoming sixth film Space Battleship 2202: Warriors of Love: Kaisei-hen (Regeneration Chapter). The three-minute teaser previews the film’s theme song, Koichi Yamadera’s Ōinaru wa (Great Sum). The song is […]
While well-written, consensual BL series languish in obscurity, an ever-oncoming march of butt-ugly pretenders to Junjo Romantica’s dubious throne make their way to animation every year. It is, to put it mildly, depressing.
There’s nothing wrong with straightforwardly playing genre beats if they’re played well, and Hinomaru is full of vim and vigor and Fighting Spirit. It’s as solid as its sumo wrestlers. But if you’re looking for something that shakes up the formula, based on this premiere, it’s unlikely you’re going to find it here.
Never mind the zombie idols—this is the true horror show of the season.
Hold up. Why does Takasugi have a boob-window shirt on?
Bloom Into You’s premiere has all the makings of a solid romantic melodrama—but those coming in with expectations of explicit asexual or aromantic representation may find themselves disappointed.
The revolution shall live on, through the actions of noble few. Earlier today, the official Code Geass website updated with new details on upcoming film Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection. A new trailer, as well as six cast members were revealed for the project. We break the details down below. Trailer The 30-second teaser […]
Soon, the world shall be revolutionized once more… Wait. that’s the wrong show. Earlier today, the official Sarazanmai anime website updated with a new trailer. The 39-second promo offers a quick look at the show in action. The show’s lead narrates, as they travel between locales. Sarazanmai will air in April 2019. The next major […]
Get ready to kick some giga-butt, guys! Or… should we call it Tera-butt now? Earlier today, Funimation unveiled their English dub cast for SSSS.Gridman, as well as an English trailer. We break the details down below. Trailer The minute-long promo previews the performances from the main voice cast, as opening theme song UNION by OxT […]
It appears that the Aria Company is making its way to Headline Studios. Earlier today, Right Stuf announced that three new staffers will join the dub staff for Emm: A Victorian Romance. The crew will add the following: Production Staff: Tara Tisch Dialect Coach: Jim Johnson Dialect Coach: Carolyn Johnson Tara Tisch plays Alice in […]
I have no idea if ZOMBIE LAND SAGA is good. But it has my attention—whether that’s because it’s a unique gem or because it’s very loud remains to be seen.
Junk Dog’s drive for Megalonia is not dead yet… Earlier today, Viz Media announced that Megalobox will air on Adult Swim’s Toonami block. The series will launch on December 8, though a specific time slot has yet to be named. Viz announced that they picked up the rights to Megalobox on July 6, during their […]
Well, this is an interesting development. Earlier today, Shout! Factory and Eleven Arts announced that they entered an entertainment distribution agreement. Through the multi-year deal, Shout! Factory will distribute “several new releases” from Eleven Arts’ catalog. Shout! Factory CEOs Bob Emmer and Garson Foos commented on the agreement, stating: We’re thrilled about his new agreement […]
Whether you want to spend time in Aincrad, GGO, or even the Underworld, Funimation has you covered. Earlier today, Funimation announced that they will stream Sword Art Online: Alicization as part of their Fall 2018 simulcast lineup. The publisher will stream the series in subtitled format on their FunimationNow platform. In addition, Funimation revealed that […]
In the words of Aniplex of America’s staff, “it’s a family show.” Earlier today, the official Eromanga Sensei anime website updated with new details on the show’s upcoming OVAs. A new trailer, plus a premiere date were both confirmed. We break the details down below. Trailer The 30-second promo is narrated by Akake Fujita, in […]
The circus is in town next week, and this one has more than a sad, gin-soaked clown. Earlier today, the official Karakuri Circus anime website updated with a new teaser trailer. The 48-second promo features closing theme song Marionette by Rosarina as a background track. Karakuri Circus will hit Japanese TV on October 11. The […]
This should put a lot of concerns to rest. Earlier today, Right Stuf announced that Rhiannon Ross will join the English dub staff for Emma: A Victorian Romance. According to the announcement, Ross will work at Headline Studios as an advisor. She’ll be tasked with attending recording sessions to assist any actors cast in the […]
There’s the germ of an interesting show in Bunny Girl Senpai, but it’s undermined by its insufferably smug protagonist and tone.
Do y’all remember the 90s? More specifically, the “Grrl Power” movement that suffused a lot of western (particularly American) media at the time? That’s an anime now.
Maybe Run with the Wind will be the inspiration I need to stick with my plan to get into running, because I’m certainly sticking with the show.
