Anime

Dandadan: A pulpy, genre-bending shonen that will move you

A genre-bending melting pot of comedy, romance, action, and sci-fi, Dandadan feels like the beginning of something fresh in the world of shonen anime.

Movie / Look Back: An ode to all the reasons we create art

Adapted from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s 2021 one-shot of the same name and directed by veteran animator Kyotaka Oshiyama of Studio Durian, Look Back is nothing if not about art and the human connections that give us all the more reason to pursue it.

BOOK REVIEW: FICTION / ‘86 – Eighty Six’: How the light novel series depicts the humanity of dehumanised children

These nuanced characterisations of those who have suffered terribly and are desperately trying to rebuild themselves are what have kept me hooked to the series.

Uzumaki: A faithful but flawed adaptation of Junji Ito’s classic manga

After years of anticipation, the long-awaited anime adaptation of Junji Ito's Uzumaki has finally arrived. While it largely adheres to the unsettling source material, it unfortunately carries some notable flaws.

Need a good cry? Here are 5 films that will leave you sobbing

Whether you are someone who bottles things up or simply love the relief felt from shedding tears over a heart-warming story, these movies are made to wreck you in the best possible way. From animated masterpieces to tender love stories and family dramas, the following 5 films will pull at your heartstrings like a violinist playing a sad melody on a rainy day.

Anime / Kaiju no. 8: The breath of fresh air shounen anime needed

Kaiju No. 8 is anything but conventional, as it subverts any and all expectations right from the get-go.

Anime / The First Slam Dunk is sports anime distilled to its essentials

The First Slam Dunk has, in many ways, perfectly distilled everything that makes sports anime good.

Is Salman Khan a big Anime fan?

Salman Khan's latest fashion choice has sparked speculation that the Bollywood star might be a fan of anime. The actor attended the premiere of the Netflix series "Heeramandi" on Wednesday to support filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who created the series. Khan's outfit at the event drew attention for featuring characters from popular anime series like Demon Slayer and Dragon Ball Z.

Blue Eye Samurai: A visually stunning portrayal of a samurai’s vengeance

What Blue Eye Samurai excels at is elevating common archetypes and plotlines with high levels of finesse.

September 16, 2022
September 16, 2022

Understanding the overpowered character trope in anime

Overpowered characters have the potential to make or break a show.

September 15, 2022
September 15, 2022

Why Blue Box is a hidden gem among romance manga

Blue Box has established itself as a heartwarming story of love and steadfast determination.

September 8, 2022
September 8, 2022

This Season’s Hyped Anime are Mediocre

With the season approaching its final stretch, it has been lacklustre.

September 3, 2022
September 3, 2022

Stone Ocean is classic Jojo at its finest

Stone Ocean takes the bizarre to newer heights with a completely fresh twist.

August 31, 2022
August 31, 2022

Where Makoto Shinkai's Films Fall Short

Most of his popular films follow the same lacklustre narrative pattern.

August 24, 2022
August 24, 2022

Do We Need a Live-Action Death Note Series?

Fans have their concerns regarding this new live-action adaptation.

August 20, 2022
August 20, 2022

9 Feel Good Anime to Enjoy

Anime which will elevate your mood and entertain you.

August 18, 2022
August 18, 2022

Why Studio Ghibli’s Howl’s Moving Castle is a Timeless Classic

The movie is the breadth of the human experience, of what it means to be alive.

August 13, 2022
August 13, 2022

NANA is a glamorous and unflinching exploration of life

NANA tells the interwoven tales of deeply flawed individuals.

August 9, 2022
August 9, 2022

Why you should watch The Yakuza’s Guide to Babysitting

The anime touches you but takes care to not become melodramatic.