Why I love one of the most beautiful films in the cartoon canon—especially for its dialogue.
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Ask Scratchy: Why Is It So, So Hard to Move on From Loss?
Pearl of ‘Steven Universe’ needs some advice, and our house head shrinker, Dr. Scratchansniff, is here to help.
The Tiny Visual Detail That Struck Me About ‘Gravity Falls’
The next time you watch the Disney XD classic, think about this.
Hey Arnold! Had the Best Veteran’s Day Episode Ever Put on TV
‘Hey Arnold!’ gave this special episode one of the most human treatments possible—and it *also* gave Hitler a giant wedgie.
The Directors of ’Birdboy: The Forgotten Children’ Strike a Grim Balance
Alberto Vásquez and Pedro Rivero on dark and light, black and red, and adapting your own graphic novel.
Here’s Why You Should Catch Up on ‘Star vs. The Forces of Evil’ Right Now
Five out of five stars for ‘Star.’
The Creators of ‘Virus Tropical’ Explain Their Approach to Sex and Taboo
Artist Power Paola and director Santiago Caicedo break down the ins and outs of this new, challenging film.
The 3-Minute Beginners Guide to Understanding ‘Xavier: Renegade Angel’
Adult Swim’s weirdest show melted my mind and soul forever. Ten years later, here are a dozen tidbits worth revisiting.
Why Stop Motion is Perfect for Halloween
A survey of some of the spookiest entries in the animation canon.
Here’s ‘Xavier: Renegade Angel’ in a Nutshell
It’s been 10 years. Somehow.