The Seven Deadly Sins” is based on a popular manga by Nakaba Suzuki, which was serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine from 2012 to 2020. The work depicts the epic adventures of magic and knights in a medieval fantasy world. The anime version first aired in 2014 and was directed by Tensai Okamura. Since then, multiple seasons have been produced, and through distribution on Netflix,...
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya is a Japanese animated film produced by Studio Ghibli. The film was released in 2013 and was directed by Isao Takahata. The film was based on the Japanese classic “Taketori Monogatari” (The Tale of the Bamboo-Cutter) and drew much attention for its unique watercolor-style animation. Director Takahata’s sensitive direction and beautiful visuals are highly regarded in Japanese animation...
The Boy and the Heron is a Japanese animated film released in 2023 and directed by Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli. The film is based on the 1937 novel of the same name by Genzaburo Yoshino. Genzaburo Yoshino’s novel is about a young boy contemplating life and society, and is loved by many generations in Japan. Director Hayao Miyazaki has been a major influence...
“Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout” is an anime adaptation of the popular game series of the same name, broadcasted in 2023. Directed by Ema Yuzuriha and produced by LIDENFILMS, the series focuses on the themes of adventure and alchemy. The story follows the protagonist, Reisalin Stout (Ryza), as she embarks on a journey of growth and discovery with her friends. The...
“Spirited Away” is a Japanese animated feature film released in 2001. It was written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli. It is a masterpiece of animated feature film and won the Golden Bear at the 52nd Berlin International Film Festival.The impetus for the production came from Hayao Miyazaki’s desire to please a 10-year-old girl, a personal friend of his.Through the efforts of...
“AYAKA” is an original anime that premiered in 2023, directed by Yoshinobu Nagayama and produced by Studio Blanc. The original story is by GoRA and depicts strange phenomena and mysterious dramas on the island of Ayaka, a chain of seven islands. It features unique visual expressions and complex emotions held by the characters. The thrilling development and fantastic depiction leave a strong impression on...
Introduction of the Author and Animation Director AKIRA” is a film created by Japanese manga artist Katsuhiro Otomo. Katsuhiro Otomo is known for his unique style that incorporates elements of science fiction and cyberpunk, and is highly acclaimed for his visual beauty and storytelling. The animated film version of “Akira” was directed by Otomo himself in 1988 and revolutionized the world of Japanese animation....
The manga, anime, live-action film, and video game series by Japanese manga artist Yuki Urushibara was first published in a monthly magazine in 1999 and has won a number of awards. In March 2007, the manga was adapted into a live-action film by Katsuhiro Otomo, the director of “Akira”. Synopsis They are neither animals nor plants, nor microorganisms nor fungi, but things that are...
