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Author: John Maher

John Maher is news and digital editor at Publishers Weekly and editor in chief at The Dot and Line, which he co-founded. His work has been published by New York magazine, The Los Angeles Times, and Esquire, among others.
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Shinichirō Watanabe—of ‘Bebop’ Fame—Has a ‘Blade Runner’ Anime

September 20, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on Shinichirō Watanabe—of ‘Bebop’ Fame—Has a ‘Blade Runner’ Anime

The big blasting ‘Bebop’ boy brings ‘Blade Runner’ a ‘Blackout.’

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This Be the Horse: A Poem for ‘BoJack’

September 18, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on This Be the Horse: A Poem for ‘BoJack’

“They fuck you up, your sire and dam.”

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If You Think Mr. Peanutbutter Is Better Off Than BoJack, Think Again

September 15, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on If You Think Mr. Peanutbutter Is Better Off Than BoJack, Think Again

Think Mr. Peanutbutter is better off than BoJack Horseman? Think again.

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I Watched All of ‘BoJack Horseman’ in One Month and Now I Want to Die

September 8, 2017January 20, 2020 John MaherComments Off on I Watched All of ‘BoJack Horseman’ in One Month and Now I Want to Die

Even Season 4! Are you monsters happy now!?

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Here’s What No One Ever Told You About ‘Batman: The Animated Series’

September 7, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on Here’s What No One Ever Told You About ‘Batman: The Animated Series’

On the occasion of the series’ 25th anniversary.

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Inside Netflix’s New Nick Kroll and John Mulaney Cartoon, ‘Big Mouth’: Exclusive

August 28, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on Inside Netflix’s New Nick Kroll and John Mulaney Cartoon, ‘Big Mouth’: Exclusive

The Titmouse founder on his studio’s upcoming comedy, hints at progress on ‘Venture Bros.’ Season 7, and more.

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Farewell, Log Lady. Plank Will Never Replace Your Log.

August 23, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on Farewell, Log Lady. Plank Will Never Replace Your Log.

Was Jonny from ‘Ed Edd n Eddy’ an homage to Margaret from ‘Twin Peaks’? If so, he’s a sweet but unsatisfactory successor.

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It’s the Day of Black Sun! Do You Know Where Your Glasses Are?

August 21, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on It’s the Day of Black Sun! Do You Know Where Your Glasses Are?

Because it’s important that you do!

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Somehow, the DuckTales Reboot Did the Impossible

August 16, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on Somehow, the DuckTales Reboot Did the Impossible

The new ‘DuckTales’ is ducking great and if you disagree I don’t even want to hear another ducking word about it.

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This Anime Tackles Westernization and Technology in Under 25 Minutes

August 3, 2017December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on This Anime Tackles Westernization and Technology in Under 25 Minutes

Teiichi Takiguchi’s amateur animated effort ‘Ojisan no Lamp’ is as lovely as the oil lamps that give it its name.

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Here’s Why Princess Carolyn Was Right About Judah

By Eric Vilas-Boas

Judah Mannowdog isn’t the man now, dog. Princess Carolyn had no choice.

Titmouse Brings ‘5 Second Animation Day’ to Twitch in Wake of Coronavirus

By Marley Crusch

A jolt of energy to your #quarantoon diet.

The Powerful ‘Adventure Time’ Finale: A Really Specific Feeling That’s Hard to Describe

By Evan Fleischer

The characters of ‘Adventure Time’ never needed a Dickensian ending. That’s not where the game was.

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3 Urgent Questions About Hairstyles in Cartoons

By Ruth Morrison

The dilemma of our time.

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How a Cartoon Corgi Hooked Me on ‘Cowboy Bebop’

By Charlotte Dow

“Stray Dog Strut” is for all you dog-lovers out there.

Ask Scratchy: Why Is It So, So Hard to Move on From Loss?

By Dr. Scratchansniff

Pearl of ‘Steven Universe’ needs some advice, and our house head shrinker, Dr. Scratchansniff, is here to help.

If You Love ‘The Last Jedi’ Here’s the Anime to Watch Right Now

By Eric Vilas-Boas

Sequels that mine the dark corners of the soul, fix the flaws of their predecessors, and are filled with gorgeous imagery always go down in history as the best of their lot.

For the Last Time, Anastasia Is Not a Disney Film

By Charlotte Dow

I’ve defended the Don Bluth classic's spot outside of the House of Mouse for 20 years—and I'm still doing it.

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Go See Bugs at the Symphony Any Chance You Get

By Eric Vilas-Boas

The live pairing of cartoons with classical music comes once in a blue moon and is not an event to miss.

Adult Swim Fest Impressed Guests With Their Animated Best

By Marley Crusch

Animation reigned supreme at Adult Swim Fest 2019!

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