Most popular anime these days is pretty standard stuff. Yes, there those moments that make viewers appropriately gasp, and are shocking for the sake of keeping things fresh, but this is largely what makes anime great in the first place. The important thing is; they are shocking within what most would consider appropriate and acceptable.
Will Hand Drawn Anime Die Out?
Let’s just be honest about something; animation is an extremely time consuming and difficult process. This is why, when possible, a variety of tricks and illusions are used to save effort where possible, and even cut corners.
Differences Between Japanese and American Animation
For years there has been a hotly contested debate as to what type of animation is better – Japanese or American? While some people love the Japanese anime style of animation, others prefer the clunky more commercialised American version.
Anime: How To Differentiate The Different Types
Those that aren’t particularly fond of anime as a whole might dismiss the entire genre as nothing more than a children’s cartoon that lacks any variety. The truth, however, is that anime and manga are some of the most diverse mediums of entertainment in the world, offering dozens of subgenres fit for just about everyone.
Top 5 Worst Anime Ever
As amazing as the genre is, not all anime is worth watching. In fact, the worst shows should be avoided unless you enjoy cringing or laughing for all the wrong reasons.
New Anime Content Landing in 2020
Streaming platforms like Netflix have spent the last few years enhancing their line-ups of anime shows and films to appeal to a massive target audience of fans. Many of these shows and movies can be streamed exclusively from certain platforms, while others are widely available in both Japanese and English.
Anime Spin Offs Of Video Game Franchises
When it comes to video game movie adaptations, most would agree that they are largely garbage. After all, not many are hailing the Doom movies as anything more than tired, limp cash grabs. On the other hand, there are a few video game inspired classics that are often overlooked. Not only do they defy expectations,…
Classic Anime That Defined The Genre
A decade or two ago anime wasn’t as popular as it is today. It was seen as more of a niche genre on an international level, loved by a few groups of diehard fans. But, as the 90s rolled in, there were a few key anime films that broke borders, went global, and took the…
Anime Scenes That Still Haunt Our Dreams
Watching a great anime will normally illicit laughter, smiles, or otherwise be deeply interesting and engaging. Though, there are those times when an anime will take off the gloves, and really hit us with some nightmare fuel. Plus, you better believe that when an anime wants to be disturbing, it really is disturbing in a…
Outstanding Action Sequences In Popular Anime
Yes, we watch anime for the stories, characters, and interesting twists. But we also watch it because anime happens to have some of the most incredible action sequences of all time. Hollywood wishes it could do action this well.