Cyborg 009 2001: Emotional Arcs in Art Direction
A look at how two episodes from this series use colour tones and backgrounds to surprising effect.
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Hare Ribbin’: Comparing The Two Versions
Between the original version and the revised theatrical cut, what’s been changed, removed or added?
The Beautiful Night Skies of It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Sometimes, there’s nothing like watching the stars.
An Interview with Mike Wyzgowski
An interview with the English lyricist for anime composer Shiro Sagisu, and his work on Evangelion, Bleach and more.
Tots TV and Se-ma-for: An Incomplete History of Animated Segments
Researching cartoon imports without credits or documentation is hard.
Legend of Kentauros / Kentauros no Densetsu: A Film About Motorcycles
An overview of a neat 80s anime, plus interviews with the project manager and translator for the unofficial 2021 release by Kineko Video!
Wandering through Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water
A look at the storytelling structure of a classic anime.
The Bad Guys (2022 – Dir: Pierre Perifel): A Cartoon Review
A very cool and confident cartoon worth watching, but not one that I love. [CONTAINS SPOILERS]
The Fox and the Crow: A Duo’s Dynamic
What makes a pair of cartoon characters tick, and how do they work together?