Tag: anime
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The House of the Lost on the Cape – Review
The House of the Lost on the Cape (Misaki no Mayoiga) – Review 100 Minutes, Not Rated Written by Reiko Yoshida (based on the novel by Sachiko Kashiwaba ) Directed by Shin’ya Kawatsura Synopsis: When a devastating natural disaster leaves 17-year-old run-away Yui and 8-year-old orphan Hiyori without a home, they are taken in by…
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“Star Wars: Visions” Review
Star Wars: Visions 9 Episodes, 12-24 Minutes Synopsis: Seven Japanese anime studios bring their unique talent and perspective to “Star Wars: Visions”—a collection of animated short films that will stream exclusively on Disney+. This looked great when the first teaser trailer dropped, and the series doesn’t disappoint. Have a listen as we discuss…
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Alita: Battle Angel
Alita: Battle Angel From executive producer James Cameron and director Robert Rodriguez come a new contender for Manga success in Hollywood. Alita: Battle Angel features Rosa Salazar as cyborg-cum-daughter Alita, Christoph Waltz, Jennifer Connelly, Mahershala Ali, Ed Skrein, Jackie Earle Haley, and Keean Johnson. Hollywood’s record with adaptations are a bit spotty, thanks to films…
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Ghost in the Shell
Hey, all! This time out we’re going to talk about the new Scarlett Johansson sci-fi film, Ghost in the Shell This film has been the subject of some controversy surrounding the “whitewashing” of the cast, as well as the fact that some folks questioned the need to make a live-action version of this classic anime at…