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The Perfection of Hayao Miyazaki

January 5, 2017May 9, 2019 Eric Vilas-BoasComments Off on The Perfection of Hayao Miyazaki

A brief note on the genius of the world’s most beloved animator on his 76th birthday.

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Which Gohan Is the Best Gohan?

January 3, 2017May 9, 2019 Alex MaherComments Off on Which Gohan Is the Best Gohan?

Or: The Evolution and Devolution of Dragon Ball Z’s once-powerful son.

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Hail, Zeon! Terrific Gundam Shows Are in a Renaissance Again

November 30, 2016May 14, 2019 Eric Vilas-BoasComments Off on Hail, Zeon! Terrific Gundam Shows Are in a Renaissance Again

For years I doubted Gundam could ever replicate the joy I felt at 12 years old watching giant robots pummel each other. I was wrong.

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The Ultimate Netflix Anime Gateway Drug

July 7, 2016May 27, 2019 Meredith DarnellComments Off on The Ultimate Netflix Anime Gateway Drug

If you need a gateway drug to lead you down the anime rabbit hole, ‘Knights of Sidonia’ has you covered.

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EDITORS PICKS

An Exclusive Excerpt of a Vivid New ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ Zine: ‘Rebirth Dilemma’

By Eric Vilas-Boas

All profits from the fanzine will go to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

A Snooty Opera Review of ‘What’s Opera Doc?’

By Mariah Wakefield

Unearthed from the annals of history.

Twilight of the Gems

By Eric Vilas-Boas

'Steven Universe: The Movie' is out. Let's talk about it.

Ask Scratchy: How Do I Tell My Pal I Need Him to Be Better Friend?

By Dr. Scratchansniff

Jimmy Olsen of ‘Superman: The Animated Series’ needs some advice, and our house head shrinker, Dr. Scratchansniff, is here to help.

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BoJack Horseman Sets Release Date for Season Five in September

By Eric Vilas-Boas

The show’s fifth season is coming, as confirmed by snarky tweet.

Mike Lazzo Leaves Adult Swim

By John Maher

The executive vice president and creative director of Adult Swim has retired from the network after more than 40 years in entertainment.

Tears for Toons, 2016-2020 (and a Long Time Before)

By John Maher

John Maher pens his final words on the Dot and Line.

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The Trauma and Triumph of Lapis Lazuli in ‘Steven Universe’

By Corinne Segal

How ‘Steven Universe’ portrays the aftermath of surviving trauma.

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How Stephen Hillenburg’s Background in Marine Biology Helped Influence ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’

By Nicole Ortiz

There are tons of little Easter eggs nestled in the series.

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The Princess Problem Disney Hasn’t Fixed

By Ruth Morrison

Breaking the spell of a pervasive—and damaging—cultural force.

2017 editorial | Editorial by MysteryThemes.