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Anime
Explore reviews, retrospectives, and interviews that dive deep into the world of anime. From classic series to modern hits, we examine the stories, artistry, and cultural impact that continue to shape this ever‑evolving medium.


JINSEI Review: A Weird, Fearless, and Intensely Personal Anime Film About Life
By Justin D Williams Ryuya Suzuki’s JINSEI feels like the kind of anime movie that comes once in a blue moon these days. It's an anime film that takes bold creative chances in its storytelling, animation style, music, and direction. This isn't your typical anime film. It never comes across as trend chasing or manufactured. Almost immediately, I sensed that this was deeply personal work, something crafted with care, obsession, and a clear emotional purpose behind it. Written a

Justin D Williams
Jun 13 min read


Medabots Returns to RetroCrush, Alongside Classic Mario, Sonic, and Zelda Cartoons
By Ashley Williams Cineverse’s RetroCrush announced the return of Medabots to the classic anime streaming service, bringing the cult-classic anime back to audiences across North America through a partnership with Discotek Media. RetroCrush will air Medabots on the RetroCrush FAST channel every Saturday and Sunday from 2 –5 p.m. ET beginning June 7, accessible on Samsung TV Plus, The Roku Channel, and VIZIO WatchFree+. RetroCrush also released Night on the Galactic Railroad th

Ashley Williams
May 191 min read


Kirio Fan Club Episode 1 Review
By Justin D Williams Spring Anime continues with another series premiere with "Kirio Fan Club." I read the synopsis. Which reads as Aimi and Nami don't have much in common except for one thing: Kirio, the boy they both have a crush on! I went into the show expecting a fun, over-the-top school romcom twist with two best friends. Aimi and Nami are both head over heels for the same classmate, Ken Kirio, turning their daily lives into a nonstop obsession fest. The concept of the

Justin D Williams
Apr 92 min read


Dead as Disco (Infinite Mode Impressions)
By Justin D Williams I went into the Dead as Disco demo expecting a fun rhythm-action game… but Infinite Disco Mode completely blew me away. This endless mode turns every song into a nonstop neon-soaked beat 'em up experience. Import your own music, perfectly synced combat, stunning visuals, daily leaderboards, and pure style. This mode is seriously addictive.

Justin D Williams
Apr 81 min read


That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond - Tickets on Sale Now! | Crunchyroll Anime Nights
Posted By Ashley Williams Tickets are now on sale for a special theatrical experience, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond, which comes to select theatres for one-day-only on Monday, April 20 at 7PM (local time) in the U.S. and Canada as a part of Crunchyroll’s monthly Anime Nights theatrical program. Audiences will also be treated to an exclusive special ten-minute sneak peek of the newest film in the franchise in the That Time I Got Reincarnated

Ashley Williams
Apr 72 min read


Petals of Reincarnation Episode 1 Review
By Justin D Williams Petals of Reincarnation arrived on HIDIVE like a sharp gust of wind through cherry blossoms. It is bold, visually striking, and unafraid to go into the messy psychology of wanting more than what life hands you. Episode 1 delivers a confident introduction that blends high school drama with hints of a larger, high-stakes conflict, all wrapped in a very comic-book aesthetic. The episode centers on our main protagonist, Touya Senji, a high school student with

Justin D Williams
Apr 72 min read


Mistress Kanan Is Devilishly Easy Episode 1 Review
By Justin D Williams The Spring Anime season is finally here, and there is a lot of anime to discuss that are hitting the ground running. Mistress Kanan is Devilishly Easy is kicking off the season with some much-needed cheeky, energetic humor. The first episode wasted no time diving into its core premise of a powerful demon girl with a very specific appetite. This leads her to cross paths with a high school boy, as funny and chaotic as possible. Kanan is a high-ranking "Gour

Justin D Williams
Apr 52 min read


Crunchyroll Acquires Sentenced To Be A Hero Season 2 Following AnimeJapan Announcement
Posted by Justin D Williams Crunchyroll announced today the acquisition of Sentenced to Be a Hero Season 2, following the official Season 2 production announcement revealed during AnimeJapan 2026. The dark fantasy series, which quickly emerged as a standout among Winter 2026’s dark fantasy lineup, will return for a second season streaming only on Crunchyroll. Additional details regarding release timing and territories will be announced at a later date. The announcement was ac

Justin D Williams
Mar 281 min read


New on Crunchyroll – Spring 2026 Anime Season Lineup!
Crunchyroll announced their new Spring 2026 Lineup check out what is coming this season below. MARCH 28 Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring (WIT Studio) Winter was once the only season in the world-but such an existence was too lonely to bear, and so it created Spring to love. Before long, the earth wished for more time to rest in the cycle, and Summer and Autumn were born. The ones who carry the cycle are called the Agents of the Four Seasons. Hinagiku, the Agent of

Justin D Williams
Mar 2412 min read


Towa No Yuugure — “Dusk Beyond the End of the World Coming This Fall on HIDIVE
Posted by Justin D Williams The future arrives this October with today’s announcement from AMC Networks’ HIDIVE that the new sci-fi drama...

Justin D Williams
Jul 29, 20252 min read
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