On the 11th of January 2014 to May 24th, you may know that one of the most successful rom com animes aired, titled ‘Nisekoi’. You may also know that Nisekoi is immensely popular, and is stacked with various qualities which include an already successful manga source material, popular voice actors on the anime, and incredible … Continue reading The Unfortunate Circumstances of Studio Shaft’s Hidden Gem
Kyokou Suiri Episode 6~7: Magical Girl Iwanaga Kotoko
Episode 6 and 7 were both delights. While watching episode 5, I said that I’d probably enjoy watching the three of the characters talk with white background for a few hours. And these episodes (especially episode 6) were the closest that we ever got to that. Both of the episodes continue to have the fun … Continue reading Kyokou Suiri Episode 6~7: Magical Girl Iwanaga Kotoko
Why Spoilers are Good for Anime(and any other story-telling medium)
There’s always some conversation going on in any community that involves story-telling about whether spoilers are good or not. And for the most part, people always argue in favor of no spoilers. Now, while I can totally understand people’s appreciation for the shock value in shows, I’m going to be arguing for why being spoiled … Continue reading Why Spoilers are Good for Anime(and any other story-telling medium)
Kyokou Suiri Episode 5: At least they don’t have PTSD
I know I am a little bit behind, but I wanted to talk about these episodes individually because there is so much to look at. And episode 5 is no different. This episode had a lot I enjoyed and a lot I didn’t so much. The episode first starts off with a fight scene that … Continue reading Kyokou Suiri Episode 5: At least they don’t have PTSD
How Aria’s Setting Elevates it to a Masterpiece
For my money, Aria is one of the best iyashikei slice of life out there. And what really elevates Aria from a run of the mill SOL show to a top tier one, is the setting. All three seasons of Aria are set in the future, and we watch the character’s lives in “Neo-Venezia”, a … Continue reading How Aria’s Setting Elevates it to a Masterpiece
Act-Age Manga Review
If you are in to a more grounded yet funny show about a profession, you will probably enjoy Act-age: a manga centering around a genius method actor, Yonagi Kei, and her growth as an actor. Yonagi Kei, is a 16 years old highschooler, who lives with two younger siblings after her father left them and … Continue reading Act-Age Manga Review
What makes Magase Ai so Good
Last year, aired a show called Babylon, and for 8 episodes, it was an exciting, mystery-thriller that kept you on the edge of your chair each episode, with interesting story, likable characters, and a new twist every episode. And for the majority of these twists, the character that made it possible and kept the show … Continue reading What makes Magase Ai so Good
Halfway Seasonal Review! Part two
Here is part two of the halfway seasonal review which concludes all the anime that we have watched this season (at least up until now.) If there are any shows that we didn't see and are worth watching, please let us know! Bonfuri Edy: SAO is back - but instead of an edgy guy with … Continue reading Halfway Seasonal Review! Part two
Halfway seasonal Review! Part one
With the winter 2020 season halfway, here is a list of the shows we’re watching (or dropped), and how we feel about each of them! Eizouken Edy: Best anime of the season without a doubt. There’s a scene in episode one where Asakusa is talking about what goes into making an anime and what makes … Continue reading Halfway seasonal Review! Part one
Babylon’s Disappointing Second Half Doesn’t Stick its Landing
Babylon was a thriller mystery show, and for 7 episodes, it was by far the most interesting and intense anime of its season, and to me, 2019. It kept me on edge every episode with a new twist. The simple yet effective and sleek art style, interesting characters, unique yet catchy soundtrack, and the rare … Continue reading Babylon’s Disappointing Second Half Doesn’t Stick its Landing
Convoluted Situation 