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why we're together, but alone
Together, but alone. Is this common feeling a pessimistic creation of mankind? Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most popular anime of all time, a 90’s classic from…
don’t live each day like your last
Live each day as if it was your last; an excuse, like any other, *not* to live true. There are many common statements saying something like “live like you’re…
Evangelion's Insane "Psychology" Explained
Neon Genesis Evangelion and Sigmund Freud. Two controvertail topics at once, what could go wrong? Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most popular anime of all time,…
the father in the caves (The Survivalist)
A dark cave, a lonely hum, and the end of the world. What can it teach us? The Father in the Caves, also known as the survivalists logs or…
A Great Anime You Don’t Know | Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit
Are you looking for a new anime to watch? Nothing in the 2023 releases doing it for you? Well, what about a "hidden gem" recommendation, an unknown great…
the fear of love
Love. One of the things in this world most worthy of fear. Capable of building worlds up and destroying them in the same exact breath. Why some live,…
The Harsh Truths of "Care"
“It’s because I care about you.” Is this common statement love, or manipulation? Arcane’s aired season is a great animated show (based on the League of Legends video game,…
Becoming What we Hate
One day, years after declaring your ideals and sticking staunch to them, you look back and realize how far off the path you are, how much you've changed,…
Unknown Great Anime | Planetes
Are you looking for a new anime to watch? Nothing in the 2023 releases doing it for you? Well, what about a "hidden gem" recommendation, an unknown great…
The Insane "Psychology" of Anime
From Evangelion to Akira, Lain to Ghost in the Shell; what do all your favorite 90’s anime have in common? Two “psychologists:” Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. Yes,…
Ghost in the Shell, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Serial Experiments Lain
Akira is Wrong. Here’s Why
One of the greatest anime movies of all time… is wrong? Or is Akira simply overrated trash? Akira is an all time classic movie, a must watch for any…
success is a myth
Our whole lives, we’re told “work hard and you’ll succeed.” But this is just a myth. Success is deadly. The idea of having a villain arc is thrown around…
30 Years of Anime in 13 Minutes
Anime is one of the most bright and vibrant art forms out there, often being quite wild and wacky. While animation allows it to tell some of the…
Yu-Gi-Oh!, Yu-Gi-Oh! GX, Golden Boy, One Piece, Perfect Blue
The Power of Trust
The Promised Neverland is an anime that discusses the idea of trust through its main characters, Emma, Norman, Ray, and Isabella. Here’s a whole video essay analyzing The…
Anime & History | Fabiola | Black Lagoon
An anime video essay analyzing Fabiola from Black Lagoon, and her ties to the history of Venezuela and Capoeira. Black Lagoon, the 2006 anime from Hiroe’s manga by the…
Technogenesis | Ghost in the Shell
Ghost in the Shell is one of the most prolific anime movies of all time, influencing anything from future cyberpunk anime, to the Matrix. At its core is…
why are we human? | Cyberpunk Anime
Cyberpunk, an offshoot of science fiction, or sci-fi, is often defined by a few core aspects; cyberization, dystopian settings, adapted technology, and a general "style over substance vibe"…
CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS, Ergo Proxy, Ghost in the Shell, PSYCHO-PASS
"Heroes" are a Lie
Metal Gear Solid (MGS) is one of the most loved video games of all time, written and directed by Hideo Kojima, and tells the story of Solid Snake;…
why humanity should die
The human race should end... The extinction of the human race is one of the most grim narratives. From disease to otherworldly invaders, humans have imagined what it would…
The Best Sacrifices in Anime
The death of a beloved character is one of the fastest ways to draw emotion from a viewer, especially in great anime series. We build bonds with them,…
Ode to the Nobodies
Today, we take an Ode to the Nobodies. The ones we never see, but who we'll always need. Great stories are built on deep characters, but those characters must…
Black Lagoon, Cowboy Bebop, CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS, Ergo Proxy, From the New World
Accept Despair | The Promised Neverland
The Promised Neverland (Yakusoku no Neverland) is a popular 2019 anime, adapting the manga of the same name. While it's 2nd season disappointed many, the original is an…
why guilt is good | A Silent Voice
Shame, and guilt. Two things every one of us will try desperately to avoid in our lives. The gut wrenching feelings that narrow your vision, tighten your chest,…
when its okay to be the villain | Psycho-Pass
Man vs society is one of the most common conflicts for a story; but what about for our lives, our world? Is being the villain better? Today, let’s…
I am (not) Justice | Death Note
Justice is a phrase repeated almost daily to justify anything and everything. But do the people who use that word even know what it means? Death Note, the…
the choice of pain | A Silent Voice
Every life will feel pain and suffering, and no one invalidates the other. But what if we chose to keep suffering when we don’t have to? Is there…
Should we Respect Tradition? | Gurren Lagann
Culture and tradition are beautiful things, but there’s no guarantee that they’re positive. So today, with Gurren Lagann and Kamina in mind, let’s discuss it in this anime…
how to fight god
The problem of evil asks a simple question with huge implications; if God is good, then why does evil exist? As we all struggle through the suffering which…
Death Note, Ergo Proxy, Fate/Zero, Gurren Lagann, Serial Experiments Lain
Rebecca Explained | Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Rebecca from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners took the internet by storm in just a few days. But, do you know why that really is? Cyberpunk: Edgerunners released onto Netflix just a…
let's talk about sex | FLCL
A new girl in town on a vespa with a bass guitar. Under the helmet she’s stunning, and she’s gunning right for you. What are you gonna do?…
our love is abused | Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Robbed of all value by corporations and the underbelly of Night City which arose from the issues they caused, the citizens turn to the only solace left to…
The Perfect (Blue) Anime Movie
Perfect Blue is one of the most memorable anime movies, maybe even films in general, of all time. It’s a delight to review and analyze. Whether you were…
how to love everyday | Durarara!!
Durarara!! is a great anime to watch, not quite new for 2022, but always relevant for analysis and discussion with its commentary on everyday life. Perfect for a…
it’s not a lie if you believe it | Perfect Blue
Perfect Blue is a 1997 anime film by director Satoshi Kon, known for other movies like Millennium Actress, Tokyo Godfathers, and Paprika. The anime film follows Mima Kirigoe,…
the collision of life
Life is a downright insane thing. Filled with both wonderful and awful moments, one of the few things we all share is the fact that we live. So,…
live fast, die young | Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Futuristic tech, evil corporations, dark, smoke filled rooms; is there more to these classic dark sci-fi moments that just set dressing? With Cyberpunk 2077’s new update, we got a…
Why YOU Should Watch Durarara!!
Durarara!! is a 2010 anime from Aniplex, and probably one of the best anime to recommend. That's because Durarara!! (DRRR) has something for everyone; wild and crazy action,…
learning to feel human | Violet Evergarden
Violet Evergarden is a story covering many bases: from what love truly is, to how any life can change another, and for today, what it even means to…
Spy x Family & The Cold War | History in Anime
Spy Family was one of the great new anime of 2022, following the espionage action of the Forger Family, Loid, Yor, and Anya, as their web of lies…
This Anime Predicted the Future? | Serial Experiments Lain
From social media to internet addiction to internet privacy, Serial Experiments Lain seems to have predicted our digital age as it was just beginning... or, did it really? Sometimes,…
the pain of free will
Every day we live and choose; but do we actually want to? Free will is at the heart of humane philosophical discussion. From whether we even have free will,…
Cowboy Bebop, Death Parade, Durarara!!, Gurren Lagann, Jormungand
Never Knows Best | Mamimi | FLCL
FLCL is a hotly contested anime, an all time great for some, and downright trash for others. But, whether it's looked at as pointless and pretentiousness or classic…
The Wish to be Complete | Madoka Magica
We all have regret and nostalgia, we all make wishes and find despair, but can we become our true selves despite this all? Madoka Magica is a 2011 classic…
existing only to exist
The daily toil; we exist and move forwards, never escaping the same fate we all share. Is there something which makes life worthwhile? Or do we succumb to…
Black Lagoon, Cowboy Bebop, FLCL, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Sonny Boy
The Lie of Freedom | Black Lagoon
Leaving behind everything you know for a life of danger, but with true freedom; is this true, or just our romanticized idea crafted to avoid the myth of…
manic pixie nightmare girl
A girl from nowhere and a desire for change- what could go wrong? Manic pixie dream girl is a trope or cliche often thrown about to describe female characters.…
Kiznaiver: Trigger's Mature Love Story | Anime Discussion
Kiznaiver is Studio Trigger's 2016 release, not making many people's favorites or top list as their smash hit Kill la Kill a couple years prior. But, like it's…
Who is Yor Spy x Family Anime Discussion
Who really is Yor Forger, and what can we learn from analyzing her character? Spy Family is the hot anime of 2022, topping many fans' lists as a potential…
Yes, Trigun Stampede WILL be Great | Trailer Reactions/Impressions
Trigun Stampede had a trailer released this past weekend along with Anime Expo, and it caused a stir. The 90s classic is back with new CG animation from…
The BEST World Building in Anime | Serial Experiments Lain Discussion
Serial Experiments Lain is one of the many now great classic anime to come from the late 90's, sitting in a class with anime like Neon Genesis Evangelion,…
Cowboy Bebop, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Serial Experiments Lain