Anime and Manga disscussion

[JAGzilla]

Okay, yeah, Demon Slayer picks up somewhat after the first episode. I'm three episodes in, now. It's nothing mega-original, but it's fun, with mostly nice-looking animation and decent music. There's a lot of lazy plot convenience in this show, though.

[Lecontinentperdu]

Just watched The Great Pretender and Japan Sinks 2020, both of those are (very) good but I have a soft spot for The great Pretender - Great art and relatively mature storytelling.
Both are SHORT, and that's welcome - those endless shows are not my cup of tea.
For an 80's kid, I've never even seen DBZ in its entirety. Only Saint Seiya, the holy grail of my youth.
I just can't watch mainstream anime anymore (ever since I gave up on Naruto a long time ago) - and that goes for mangas too, obviously!

[Rody]

Three episodes to go on Haruhi. The movie arc was about as funny as the show's been yet, and I love that they actually gave The Adventures of Mikuru Asahina its own full episode.

The funny thing about The Adventures of Mikuru Asahina is, that was the very first episode in the original season 1 broadcast order, so you're given NO context for the episode whatsoever. It was actually a pretty genius move, however, because on its own the episode essentially lays out the tone of the show as well as the character dynamics, even though it explains nothing about the plot!

I'm just doing some catch-up on a few shows - My Hero Academia S4, Laid-Back Camp... Oh, and SSSS. DYNAZENON. That one's pretty good so far.
GKIDS is also rerunning a few movies over the summer, so if any of can access/want to brave theaters, stay alert. Children of the Sea is up first this month.

[JAGzilla]

I watched Weathering With You and Fireworks over the past two days. WWY was good, with typically outstanding visuals and music... the ending kind of tripped me up at first, but thinking about it and watching the interview with Makoto Shinkai, I can appreciate what he was going for. And then Fireworks was dull and a little too out there for its own good, unfortunately.

And I'm about seven episodes into Demon Slayer. It's becoming pretty solidly enjoyable, with a lot of cool world building. I wish it would've taken its time a bit more starting out, though, and crafted the setting a bit more carefully. Also, the edge in this show, oh my God.

[Angilasman]

Ghibli Fest is coming back this year! Totoro, Howl, Castle in the Sky, and Spirited Away back in theaters from Oct - Dec.

[Rody]

I watched Weathering With You and Fireworks over the past two days. WWY was good, with typically outstanding visuals and music... the ending kind of tripped me up at first, but thinking about it and watching the interview with Makoto Shinkai, I can appreciate what he was going for. And then Fireworks was dull and a little too out there for its own good, unfortunately.

I largely agree with this. I do think WWY kind of tries to have its cake and eat it too with the ending, but overall the film does a good job at conveying the sense of instability from the youth's perspective.
Fireworks was honestly underwhelming. I got to see it in theaters when GKIDS first aired it, but I haven't really felt any need to see it again.
Speaking of GKIDS, it's great to see Ghibli Fest coming back. GKIDS is also re-releasing some other anime films this summer, including Promare and the aforementioned Weathering With You. I went to see Children of the Sea this past weekend, and it was awesome on the big screen. The film is kind of an Arthur C. Clarke type of big sci-fi story, but staged around the ocean and following a few kids. CRAZY gorgeous animation, and a lovely soundtrack by the one and only Joe Hisaishi.

[Voyager]

Well, thought I’d report back in on my progress of NGE.

Thanks to my very inconsistent schedule, I just watched Episode 16. I’m really liking the series so far, and after I’m done, I’m watching EoE.

[cloverfan98]

Well, thought I’d report back in on my progress of NGE.

Thanks to my very inconsistent schedule, I just watched Episode 16. I’m really liking the series so far, and after I’m done, I’m watching EoE.

Oh boy.

[Rando Yaguchi]

Well, thought I’d report back in on my progress of NGE.

Thanks to my very inconsistent schedule, I just watched Episode 16. I’m really liking the series so far, and after I’m done, I’m watching EoE.

Oh boy.

Brace for Impact...

[cloverfan98]

Well, thought I’d report back in on my progress of NGE.

Thanks to my very inconsistent schedule, I just watched Episode 16. I’m really liking the series so far, and after I’m done, I’m watching EoE.

Oh boy.

Brace for Impact...

Bring Kleenex.

[Cryptid_Liker]

Oh boy.

Brace for Impact...

Bring Kleenex.

TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG TANG

[Rando Yaguchi]

Bring Kleenex.

Should have told Shinji that before he went to the hospital.

[G-Matt]

Bring Kleenex.

Should have told Shinji that before he went to the hospital.

[LegendZilla]

While we are on the topic of Evangelion, allow me to tell you how I feel about Shinji Ikari : He is not so much a character as much as a mouthpiece for creator Hideaki Anno to project himself wallowing in depression. In order to truly appreciate the character (as well as the show itself) you need to concentrate all your energy into relating to someone like him, as well as a higher intellect.

[Rando Yaguchi]

I think just about every character in the series takes after Anno - they're all crippled with depression, self-doubt, self-loathing, or some combination of those, yet they all have different ways of dealing with it.

[o.supreme]

Hathaways's Flash just came out on Netflix Yesterday. I enjoy most Gundam series/movies. This was different. Never thought I'd see a James Bond movie aesthetic in Gundam. . It was ok, not my favorite, especially after 2 years of buildup since seeing the first teaser. I understand it is the first of 3 films...I just wonder how long we will have to wait for the other 2 . I appreciate them trying to fill in more history in the UC timeline, but they have to get off the whole "Char Clone" kick. It's getting as bad as Star Wars always resurrecting the Emperor (yes they did it in the EU long before JJ ever thought of it). AS much as I am a fan of classic Amuro vs Char conflict, they need to make up a new enemy, especially since Zeon is pretty much done. Hopefully before the end of the 3rd film, they will tease Crossbone a bit, and that would eventually lead into F91.

[cloverfan98]

While we are on the topic of Evangelion, allow me to tell you how I feel about Shinji Ikari : He is not so much a character as much as a mouthpiece for creator Hideaki Anno to project himself wallowing in depression. In order to truly appreciate the character (as well as the show itself) you need to concentrate all your energy into relating to someone like him, as well as a higher intellect.

Why would I need to relate to some one like him when I'm exactly like him myself?

(sobs in corner)

[LegendZilla]

While we are on the topic of Evangelion, allow me to tell you how I feel about Shinji Ikari : He is not so much a character as much as a mouthpiece for creator Hideaki Anno to project himself wallowing in depression. In order to truly appreciate the character (as well as the show itself) you need to concentrate all your energy into relating to someone like him, as well as a higher intellect.

Why would I need to relate to some one like him when I'm exactly like him myself?

(sobs in corner)

Have you ever endured depression yourself? I have from time to time.

[Tyrant_Lizard_King]

Starting One Punch Man. I was like if this totally Piccolo looking dude isn't voiced by Chris Sabat I'll be sorely disappointed. I wasn't.

[Tyrant_Lizard_King]

Binged season one, pretty fun show. Its ridiculous in all the right wayss and its pretty hilarious too.