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40 Years Later, Gundam Has the Universe

April 9, 2019April 27, 2020 The Dot and LineComments Off on 40 Years Later, Gundam Has the Universe

The franchise’s anti-war argument for the future is still potent.

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“Everyone in ‘Wing’ Is Fucking Insane”

April 9, 2019January 15, 2020 Eric Vilas-BoasComments Off on “Everyone in ‘Wing’ Is Fucking Insane”

A true statement from one perceptive YouTuber.

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The Only Way Out Is (Not) Through (Alchemy)

April 8, 2019December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on The Only Way Out Is (Not) Through (Alchemy)

All traumatized children would bring their parents back to life if they could. The Elrics show us why the past should stay dead.

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What Would Maes Hughes Do?

April 4, 2019May 6, 2019 Eric Vilas-BoasComments Off on What Would Maes Hughes Do?

An incomplete list.

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Fullmetal Television: ‘FMAB’ at 10

April 2, 2019May 6, 2019 The Dot and LineComments Off on Fullmetal Television: ‘FMAB’ at 10

The philosopher’s shōnen, remembered.

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There Is No Such Thing As Equivalent Exchange

April 2, 2019May 6, 2019 Maya GittelmanComments Off on There Is No Such Thing As Equivalent Exchange

One is all, all is one, and in life and love, one thing for another is a mug’s game.

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‘Dragon Ball Super: Broly’ Is Brolic, Bro

January 25, 2019December 29, 2019 John MaherComments Off on ‘Dragon Ball Super: Broly’ Is Brolic, Bro

‘Dragon Ball Super: Broly’ is even more over-the-top than we could have believed.

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All the Cosplay, Spiky Hair, and Fun at AnimeNYC 2018, In Pictures

November 20, 2018May 6, 2019 The Dot and LineComments Off on All the Cosplay, Spiky Hair, and Fun at AnimeNYC 2018, In Pictures

We stopped by this year’s show. Here’s what we saw.

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Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Mirai’ Finds the Magic in Simplicity

November 12, 2018May 6, 2019 Ari HoworthComments Off on Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Mirai’ Finds the Magic in Simplicity

The film’s singular focus creates a profound meditation on the responsibility that family demands and the little decisions that make up the tapestry of life.

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Animation Is Film Festival Keeps On Keeping On

November 8, 2018May 6, 2019 Ari HoworthComments Off on Animation Is Film Festival Keeps On Keeping On

From exciting new releases to special anniversary screenings, the lineup was teeming with potential.

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EDITORS PICKS

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My Hero Academia Gears Up for an Epic Fight in “Symbol of Peace”

By Sarra Sedghi

Character development and a last-chance rescue heat up the conflict.

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Shinichirō Watanabe—of ‘Bebop’ Fame—Has a ‘Blade Runner’ Anime

By John Maher

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

What to Expect When ‘Samurai Jack’ Returns in March

By Eric Vilas-Boas

Here’s what you have to know about Season 5.

Why the Queer Love Story “In a Heartbeat” Took Over the Internet

By Cara McKeown

Here’s how a four-minute animated short triumphed.

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The Secret History of ‘Darkwing Duck’ and a Plea for Its Future

By Eric Vilas-Boas

“When there’s trouble, you call Dee Double-U! Darkwing Duck!” This was heroic TV, tasty as duck confit.

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D+L Podcast: Was “Toys in the Attic” Just a Big Nod to the Movie ‘Alien’?

By The Dot and Line

Our first podcast ever looks at a horror-influenced episode.

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Princess Carolyn Nailed the Best Joke in the 4th Season of ‘BoJack Horseman’

By Katie Van Brunt

It’s the crux of the show.

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The 3-Minute Beginners Guide to Understanding ‘Xavier: Renegade Angel’

By Alex Maher

Adult Swim’s weirdest show melted my mind and soul forever. Ten years later, here are a dozen tidbits worth revisiting.

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Uyama Hiroto Is Now the Master. Next Stop: Anime Soundtrack.

By John Maher

The close collaborator of Japanese hip hop beats legend and anime composer Nujabes has finally eclipsed him.

15 Things Brandon Vietti Learned Directing Batman, Young Justice, and Scooby-Doo: Exclusive

By Eric Vilas-Boas

After almost two decades, working on the movies starring the heroes he grew up watching…is still pretty cool.

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