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A mid-stage millennial who's been fascinated by pop culture since before he can remember, and is dedicated to untangle the mess that it can often be. My opinions are mine and mine alone, and I try to make sure they are as well-researched and understandable as humanly possible. Because there's enough confusion that I have no interest adding to.

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Category: Anime

Why Can’t Hollywood Leave Anime Alone?
Anime, Movies, Television

Why Can’t Hollywood Leave Anime Alone?

Netflix is embarking on another ‘Death Note’ project, even though Hollywood has proven they can’t get anime right. Is it time to let it go? Continue reading Why Can’t Hollywood Leave Anime Alone?

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The Live-Action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ is Deeply Insignificant
Anime, Television

The Live-Action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ is Deeply Insignificant

Its greatest achievement is that it’s better than ‘Death Note.’ Continue reading The Live-Action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ is Deeply Insignificant

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‘Inuyasha’ Sequel ‘Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon’ Keeps its Cards Close to the Vest
Anime

‘Inuyasha’ Sequel ‘Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon’ Keeps its Cards Close to the Vest

The first episode of the ‘Inuyasha’ sequel is a nostalgic delight, but leaves some key questions unanswered. Continue reading ‘Inuyasha’ Sequel ‘Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon’ Keeps its Cards Close to the Vest

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The Two Princes: Vegeta, Zuko, and the Perfected Redemption Arc
Anime, Television

The Two Princes: Vegeta, Zuko, and the Perfected Redemption Arc

An exploration of two of animation’s greatest anti-heroes, and how ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ picked up where ‘Dragon Ball Z’ left off. Continue reading The Two Princes: Vegeta, Zuko, and the Perfected Redemption Arc

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Now is the Time for <i>Neon Genesis Evangelion</i>
Anime, Television

Now is the Time for Neon Genesis Evangelion

The transformative anime series arrives on Netflix when its psychological themes are more vital than ever. Continue reading Now is the Time for Neon Genesis Evangelion

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‘Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection’ Should’ve Been a Miniseries
Anime

‘Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection’ Should’ve Been a Miniseries

The return of Lelouch vi Britannia has its charms, but it yearns for its origin series’ complexity. Continue reading ‘Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection’ Should’ve Been a Miniseries

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<i>Neo Yokio</I> is Peak Jaden Smith – With Demons
Anime, Television

Neo Yokio is Peak Jaden Smith – With Demons

The most surprising thing about Neo Yokio is that star Jaden Smith isn’t wholly responsible fo it. Netflix’s new anime was … Continue reading Neo Yokio is Peak Jaden Smith – With Demons

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Two Sailor Moons? The Original Series Is Back and Uncensored, But What About The Remake?
Anime

Two Sailor Moons? The Original Series Is Back and Uncensored, But What About The Remake?

Viz Media announced today that they will be licensing the original Sailor Moon franchise in North America for the first time in … Continue reading Two Sailor Moons? The Original Series Is Back and Uncensored, But What About The Remake?

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