Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin), the monumental anime series adapted from Hajime Isayama’s manga, has been one of the most exciting animes. Over its ten-year run, from April 7, 2013, to November 5, 2023, the series impressed many with its powerful storytelling, complex characters, and groundbreaking animation. Airing initially on MBS TV and later…
Category: Film
“IN THIS CORNER (AND OTHER CORNERS) OF THE WORLD” Streaming on CRUNCHYROLL
The award-winning anime In This Corner (And Other Corners) of the World is now available for streaming on Crunchyroll, marking the first time its extended version has been released internationally. Directed by Sunao Katabuchi and produced by the acclaimed studio MAPPA, the film is a poignant exploration of resilience, community, and the enduring human spirit…
A Bollywood Screenlife Drama Hit: “CTRL” Review
It was a rocky start. While The Collingswood Story (2002) is considered the very first of the genre, “screenlife” only became a spottable term in the mid-2010s, with Unfriended (2014) being one of the first “big” productions to popularise the genre. Though such a title didn’t receive much acclaim, it testified to the genre’s great…
“NIGIQTUQ ᓂᒋᖅᑐᖅ (The South Wind)” Review
Lindsay McIntyre’s NIGIQTUQ ᓂᒋᖅᑐᖅ (The South Wind) is a heartfelt exploration of identity, cultural displacement, and survival. Based on the director’s grandmother’s story, this moving short film brings viewers to 1938, where young Marguerite and her mother Kumaa’naaq (koo-MAT-na) leave their Inuit homeland in Nunavut to build a new life in the South. This transition…
SFFILM Awards Night to Honour Denis Villeneuve, Demi Moore, Malcolm Washington, and Jason Reitman
The annual SFFILM Awards Night is set to honour a selection of distinguished talents in the world of film at its 2024 fundraiser gala, scheduled for December 9 at San Francisco’s Gateway Pavilion. The evening will be dedicated to celebrating the work of visionary filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, renowned actress Demi Moore, emerging director Malcolm Washington,…
JAPAN U-20 TEAM ROSTER OFFICIALLY REVEALED FOR “BLUE LOCK” 2ND SEASON
On November 9th, BLUE LOCK fans were thrilled as Kodansha revealed the lineup for the Japan U-20 National Team, which will challenge the BLUE LOCK XI in the BLUE LOCK anime’s second season. The Japan U-20 team, which debuted in Episode 29, includes formidable players like Oliver Aiku, Ryusei Shidou, and Sae Itoshi—the latter being…
New Classic and Modern Anime Titles Arrive on Crunchyroll
Anime streaming giant Crunchyroll continues to enrich its library by adding a variety of iconic and beloved titles, both recent and classic, for fans to enjoy. From emotional, music-fueled journeys to absurd and laugh-out-loud battles, the latest releases include a mix of movies and series that promise something for every anime lover. Here’s a look…
BIFA Raindance Maverick Award 2024 Longlist Announced
Britain’s largest independent film festival, Raindance, stands as a lighthouse for maverick filmmakers who bring creativity, resourcefulness, and boldness on a limited budget. Celebrating these intrepid talents, Raindance introduced the Raindance Maverick Award in 1998 at the British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs), an award that continues to honor visionary filmmakers working under a budget of…
19th London Korean Film Festival: “The Guest” Review
The slasher genre has long been a cornerstone of horror cinema, terrifying audiences with its iconic villains, suspenseful storytelling, and gruesome kills. From the masked killers of Halloween to the supernatural terrors of A Nightmare on Elm Street, slashers continue to draw viewers into their blood-soaked worlds. At the heart of the slasher genre lies…
19th London Korean Film Festival: “The Truth Beneath” Review
Lee Kyoung-mi’s The Truth Beneath, a superb dark thriller, served as the Opening Night film at the London Korean Film Festival in 2016, and now it has returned to the festival once more. Co-written by Park Chan-wook, The Truth Beneath takes audiences on a harrowing journey through the grimy underbelly of politics and the personal…
