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‘Anne Shirley’ Isn’t the First ‘Anne of Green Gables’ Anime. Its 1970s Predecessor Is a Window into Another Era of Japanese Animation
NHK TV’s new adaptation of Anne of Green Gables measures up against both its iconic source material--and its 1970s anime predecessor.
Masaaki Yuasa Reveals Film 'Daisy's Life' as First Project With New Anime Studio
The esteemed creator behind 'Devilman Crybaby' and 'Inu-Oh' comes out of retirement to serve up a yakisoba-shop drama on a cosmic scale.
Jazz for the Apocalypse: First Impressions of Shinichirō Watanabe’s ‘Lazarus’
One of anime’s most acclaimed creators is back with what he considers to be one of his best projects yet.
'The Colors Within' Anime Film Review
The newest feature from ‘Inu-Oh’ studio Science Saru and ‘A Silent Voice’ director Naoko Yamada is a vivid ode to the simple wonders of youth.
'Trapezium' Anime Film Review
From the studio behind ‘Bocchi the Rock!’ and ‘Spy x Family,’ ‘Trapezium’ is a tense character study set amidst friendship, ambition and idol pop.
“We Really Just Go For It”: ‘Dan Da Dan’ Creators on the Process of Bringing Comedy Anime to Life
At Anime Expo, Dan Da Dan director and producers talk influences, culture and style at Science Saru, and the creativity needed for anime comedy gold.
These Major Anime Creators Collaborated on a New Anthology & the First Episode is Out for Free
From the creatives behind ‘Your Name’ and ‘One Piece Film Red’, ‘The Waiting Man’ is a masterpiece of lo-fi anime vibes.
CinemaCon: Crunchyroll Acquires 3 New Films from Beloved Anime Series
Three major anime franchises are getting new film installments, with wide theatrical distribution starting this summer from Crunchyroll.
Paranormal Rom-Com Anime 'Dan Da Dan' Gets New Trailer and Release Window
The studio behind ‘Inu-Oh’ and ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ is releasing a new show all about ghosts, aliens, and high-school sweethearts.
Bong Joon-ho, Director of Parasite, is Developing an Anime Film
The visionary director behind the biggest Korean film of the last 10 years has gone all-in on the world of animation.
Pokemon Concierge Review: New Anime Miniseries Takes Pokemon on Vacation
The newest Pokemon anime is finally here, and it’s bringing summer vibes to warm up the winter.
New 5-Film Box Set Bursts With the Artistry of One of Anime’s Biggest Visionaries
The launch of a new premium collector’s edition of Masaaki Yuasa’s films encapsulates the vibe of anime’s most unique director.
The Boy and the Heron Review
Now in theaters across America, Hayao Miyazaki ambitiously builds off the technical animation skill that has made his films famous the world over.
'Blue Giant' Anime Film Review
From the director of ‘Mob Psycho 100’, Blue Giant brings stylish visual heat to modern Tokyo jazz.
'Blue Giant': Director Yuzuru Tachikawa on Bringing the Sound of Jazz to Life
The director of 'Mob Psycho 100' talks about his creative process, distinctive artistic trademarks, and the intertwined natures of music and anime.
New 'Spice and Wolf' Trailer Revealed by Crunchyroll at NYCC
Crunchyroll brought ‘Spice and Wolf’ to NYCC, along with ‘Classroom of the Elite’ and a whole lot more.
‘The Boy and the Heron’: New Trailer Offers First Footage of Miyazaki’s Final Epic
Hayao Miyazaki’s last film has shown its first public footage—and a confirmed US theatrical release date.
‘The Boy and the Heron’ Teases North American Trailer with First Video
After its bold lack of promotion in Japan, Hayao Miyazaki’s last film appears to be going a more traditional route for North American audiences.
New Hayao Miyazaki Anime is the Most Expensive Japanese Film Ever Made, Says Studio Ghibli Producer
Despite a lack of marketing, ‘The Boy and the Heron’ has been described by Studio Ghibli as having the largest budget of any Japanese film ever.
Anime Expo: 'The First Slam Dunk' Film Review
With its US premiere at Anime Expo, Takehiko Inoue’s theatrical adaptation of his own legendary sports manga proves exhilarating from start to finish.