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Bungo Stray Dogs (Light Novel) Volume 2 Review

Bungo Stray Dogs Volume 2 is a must-read for fans of the franchise. The book solves one of the biggest mysteries surrounding Dazai’s past, while giving an insightful glimpse into the lives of others in the Port Mafia. A story not to be missed.

Demelza • 1st February 2020

News

High School DxD, My Hero Academia: Two Heroes, Naruto Films, DanMachi and More Anime Now Streaming on Netflix UK

The first batch of Studio Ghibli films, plus fan favorites High School DxD, DanMachi, and a whole bunch of Naruto anime films arrive on Netflix.

NormanicGrav • 1st February 2020

Manga Review

Elfen Lied Omnibus Volume 1 Review

The first volume of Elfen Lied isn’t visually appealing but any fan of the original anime shouldn’t pass up on reacquainting themselves with this series.

darkstorm • 31st January 2020

News

Manga Entertainment Reveals Q2 2020 UK Anime Schedule, Featuring Fairy Tail, Fire Force, Hetalia, Wise Man’s Grandchild & More

Manga Entertainment has revealed the first batch of anime coming to the UK on home video this Spring 2020.

NormanicGrav • 30th January 2020

Anime Review

Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin V & VI Collection Review

The first four Origin OVAs told the… origin story of complex antagonist Char Aznable, while the original Gundam series joined the One Year War already several months in. So what happened in between? That’s what these two OVAs are here to show us…

Cold Cobra • 30th January 2020

News

My Hero Academia the Movie: Heroes Rising Coming to UK & Ireland Theatrical Screens this February 2020

The second My Hero Academia anime film will be available in UK & Ireland cinemas this February!

NormanicGrav • 29th January 2020

News

Violet Evergarden and Millennium Actress Head to Glasgow Film Festival

Kyoto Animation's Violet Evergarden spin-off movie and a new 4K restoration of Satoshi Kon's Millennium Actress are headed to Glasgow Film Festival in March!

Josh A. Stevens • 29th January 2020

Manga Review

Paradise Kiss 20th Anniversary Edition Review

Paradise Kiss returns in a new all-in-one 20th Anniversary edition - but has Ai Yazawa's classic josei manga stood the test of time?

Sarah • 29th January 2020

Anime Review

Mobile Suit Gundam Wing Part 2 Review

The second half of Gundam Wing aired at the same time as Neon Genesis Evangelion. Comparing the two, Gundam Wing starts to feel inferior.

Ian Wolf • 28th January 2020

Anime Review

Saga of Tanya the Evil: The Complete Series Review

Saga of Tanya the Evil takes its core concepts and utilises them fairly well, making for a violent yet fascinating insight into an alternative world where war reigns supreme and a young child is the unlikely soldier leading on the front line.

HWR • 27th January 2020

Manga Review

Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Volume 3 Review

While I remain unconvinced that the series needed to run for more than the previous two volumes I am enjoying what it offers. Megumin fans will continue to have a blast following her adventures in Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Volume 3.

Demelza • 24th January 2020

Film Review

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion II – Transgression Review

The botched attempt to cram so much material in a small-time frame is not a fun watching experience. This movie is for diehard Code Geass fans only.

darkstorm • 23rd January 2020

Features

Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2020 – Happiness is A State of Mind – Joy and Despair in Japanese Cinema

A preview of the films at the Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2020

genkinahito • 22nd January 2020

Book Review

86: Eighty-Six Volume 3 Review

Overall, 86 Volume 3 offers a satisfying conclusion to the prequel story. With this behind us, I’m excited to find out what awaits Shin and Lena on the battlefield.

Demelza • 22nd January 2020

Anime Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Part 1 Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Part 1 is a solid anime series that adequately adapts its source material but often lacks depth with its expansive cast and sacrifices story elements to fit a 12 episode run. It is arguably the most faithful adaptation the series has seen but at the loss of more stylistic flair, character development and world building.

HWR • 21st January 2020

News

The Japan Foundation Bring Tomihiko Morimi to London for Penguin Highway Screening on February 23rd

Special Penguin Highway screening in London in February... with author Tomihiko Morimi.

genkinahito • 20th January 2020

News

21 Studio Ghibli Anime Films Coming to Netflix (outside Japan, US & Canada)

With North America getting the films on HBO Max, the rest of the world will be able to watch them over on Netflix.

NormanicGrav • 20th January 2020

News

The Garden of Words – the official stage production opens in London in July 2020

Whole Hog Theatre brings World Premiere of stage adaptation of The Garden of Words by Makoto Shinkai to London...

Sarah • 20th January 2020

Anime Review

Cells at Work! Review

With lots of blood and loveable Platelets, welcome to the show that's about someone special... you.

Ian Wolf • 20th January 2020

Anime Review

Devils’ Line Complete Collection Review

Overall, Devils' Line is an enjoyable series if you’re interested in gory supernatural shows. It’s just a shame that its potential is let down by a frustratingly bland love interest who is in constant need of rescue. Fans of the manga will enjoy the adaption but newcomers are likely to bounce off.

Demelza • 18th January 2020