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Ikenaikyo - Episode 3 - Eruca Introduction

Allen has a provocatively dressed stepsister, Eruca. She had been trying to find him since he became a recluse. Ikenaikyo - Episode 3

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Oct 21, 2023 • Subscribe

Charlotte

Ikenaikyo - Episode 7 - Gosetsu Transforms

The Hell Capybara had such a deep voice that you should be surprised when you heard Gosetsu talking in her human female form. Ikenaikyo - Episode 7

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Nov 16, 2023 • Subscribe

Charlotte

Ikenaikyo - Episode 11 - Lu and Gosetsu

Lu and Gosetsu trained Natalia's underlings. It was as harsh as expected from a Fenrir puppy and a Hell Capybara. Ikenaikyo - Episode 11

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Dec 15, 2023 • Subscribe

Ikenaikyo - Episode 6 - Eruca Beats Up Poachers

Eruca found and apprehended the poachers that enraged the local Fenrir pack so much it almost attacked a city. Ikenaikyo - Episode 6

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Nov 10, 2023 • Subscribe

Ikenaikyo - Episode 5 - Charlotte Hides Behind Towel

Allen took Charlotte to a hot spring inn to be "naughty" at a resort. But how naughty would her swimsuit be for the indoor pool? Ikenaikyo - Episode…

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Nov 2, 2023 • Subscribe

Charlotte

Ikenaikyo - Episode 4 - Eruca Talks with Miacha

Allens's little sister, Eruca, became quick friends with his delivery girl, Miacha. They also began ignoring him! Ikenaikyo - Episode 4

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Oct 28, 2023 • Subscribe

Charlotte

Ikenaikyo - Episode 12 [END] - Charlotte Allen Holding Hands

Allen and Charlotte's friends caught them doing something outrageously "naughty." Holding hands with intertwined fingers! Ikenaikyo - Episode 12 [END]

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Dec 20, 2023 • Subscribe

Charlotte

Ikenaikyo - Episode 8 - Allen No Touch Princess Carries Charlotte

Dorothea made Allen and Charlotte act out skits to unlock her writer's block. Allen acted like an eight-year-old. No cooties! Ikenaikyo - Episode 8

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Nov 23, 2023 • Subscribe

Charlotte

Lights, Camera, Prom! Oregairu Kan – Episode 3

Welcome back once again to the pain zone! Or perhaps not? This week’s episode was surprisingly more on the lighter side but there was still more than enough…

A Carriage Return

Jul 29, 2020 • Subscribe

In China, Behind the Camera

An ink-wash animation pioneer, plus animation news.

Animation Obsessive

Mar 18, 2024 • Subscribe

Bucchigiri?! Episode 2 Review – Love At First Punch?!

Ara-teen wants a girl, but this is not the harem anime he wants it to be…

Arum Journal

Jan 22, 2024 • Subscribe

Bucchigiri

DanMachi S5 - Episode 2 - Freya Glares at Bell

Freya agreed to let Syr date Bell for the Harvest Festival, but that didn't mean she had to like it. She glared at Bell! DanMachi S5 - Episode…

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Oct 21, 2024 • Subscribe

Closet (2020) review [Camera Japan Festival]

“A filmic piece that will not only induce a forlorn feeling in its spectators but also invite them to deeply question their own interpersonal functioning.”

psycho-cinematography

Oct 3, 2021 • Subscribe

Straying (2022) review [Camera Japan 2022]

A pleasant and charming exploration of the fact that, within the game of love and romance and beyond, subjects often rely on acting-out to reveal to the other…

psycho-cinematography

Sep 14, 2022 • Subscribe

By Camera, a World: Inhabiting Hyouka

Putting words to that vague idea and (likely) wild claim that Hyouka might the best-directed TV anime of all time. I was recently reviewing a handful of old posts…

Mage in a Barrel

Apr 15, 2018 • Subscribe

Bushido (2024) review [Camera Japan Festival]

Kazuya Shiraishi proves that the frame of the samurai and the Edo society can still be utilized to deliver refreshing narratives.

psycho-cinematography

Sep 30, 2024 • Subscribe

Ripples (2023) review [Camera Japan Festival]

With her quirky sense of humor, she delivers one of the most illuminating explorations of the effect the gap between the imaginary equilibrium of the ego and the…

psycho-cinematography

Oct 16, 2023 • Subscribe

Alivehoon (2022) review [Camera Japan Festival]

Shimoyama hits all the common beats of the sports-genre, but succeeds in elevating his exploration of the art of drifting by framing the battling cars in an exciting…

psycho-cinematography

Sep 20, 2022 • Subscribe

Dekiru Neko wa Kyou mo Yuuutsu - Episode 6 - Yukichi Camera Poses

Yukichi heard Saku's mother wanted a picture, so he immediately struck photogenic poses. Problematic. Dekiru Neko wa Kyou mo Yuuutsu - Episode 6

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Aug 12, 2023 • Subscribe

The Masterful Cat is Depressed Again Today

Tea Friends (2023) review [Camera Japan festival]

Sotoyama investigates, in a very touching way, the radical discordance between the societal field and the elderly subject.

psycho-cinematography

Oct 3, 2023 • Subscribe

Bad City (2022) review [Camera Japan Festival]

Sonamura delivers everything one expects from an action-thriller.

psycho-cinematography

Oct 2, 2022 • Subscribe

Riverside Mukolitta (2022) review [Camera Japan Festival]

A highly touching narrative about re-finding social life.

psycho-cinematography

Sep 29, 2022 • Subscribe

Camera Japan Announces Complete Programme for 2023

In Rotterdam 21st to 24th September and Amsterdam 28th September to 1st October

Windows on Worlds

Sep 21, 2023 • Subscribe

Prior Convictions (2022) review [Camera Japan Festival]

“A very relevant exploration of the fact that the criminal act is, in many cases, born from an antagonistic relation between the subject and the Other.”

psycho-cinematography

Sep 23, 2022 • Subscribe

Camera Japan Announces Complete Programme for 2024

In Rotterdam 26th to 29th September and Amsterdam 3rd to 6th October

Windows on Worlds

Sep 25, 2024 • Subscribe

Camera Japan Announces Complete Programme for 2022

In Rotterdam Sept. 22 to 25 and Amsterdam Sept. 29 to Oct. 2.

Windows on Worlds

Sep 24, 2022 • Subscribe

Camera Japan Announces Complete Programme for 2021

Runs in Rotterdam 23rd to 26th September & in Amsterdam 30th September to 3rd October

Windows on Worlds

Sep 1, 2021 • Subscribe

Nagi’s Island (2022) review [Camera Japan Festival]

The power of Nagasawa’s narrative does not simply lie in the engaging emotional rhythm, as dictated by the musical decorations, but in the genuineness that oozes from every…

psycho-cinematography

Sep 26, 2022 • Subscribe

Between Us (2021) review [Camera Japan Festival]

“A great narrative that celebrates the energetic art of Japanese drumming in pleasing way.”

psycho-cinematography

Sep 30, 2021 • Subscribe

Noumin Kanren - Episode 1, 2 - Al Throws Carrot at Dragon

Al maxed out his Farming Skills so much that he could kill a dragon with a carrot and make it come back! Noumin Kanren - Episode 1, 2

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Oct 16, 2022 • Subscribe

I've Somehow Gotten Stronger When I Improved My Farm-Related Skills

Pon no Michi - Episode 2 - Nashiko Chun Beam at Riche

Nashiko tried her inside joke on Riche about a mahjong tile looking like a weapon, but it fell flat. Pon no Michi - Episode 2

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Feb 19, 2024 • Subscribe

Izumo, Pon no Michi

Aquatope of White Sand Episode 2: Working at the Aquarium

When we last left our heroines Fuuka begged Kukuru for a job at the aquarium. Did she get it?

The Yuri Empire

Jul 15, 2021 • Subscribe

Fuuka, The aquatope on white sand

Assault Lily Bouquet Episode 2: Panic at the Lily House

If for some lame reason there were some who doubted this show’s gayness last time (uncultured) then this episode shot down their denial for good.

The Yuri Empire

Oct 9, 2020 • Subscribe

Loving Yamada at LV999! Ep 2

Akane wakes up to a horrible hangover, but she may as well count her lucky stars…

AngryAnimeBitches Anime Blog

Apr 11, 2023 • Subscribe

My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999

Frieren At The Funeral PV 2

Okay, so I’ve been reading this series religiously since it came out given that it hits all the right spots, so you can imagine my enthusiasm to hear…

Kvasir 369's Anime, Manga, and Game Blog

Jun 29, 2023 • Subscribe

Twilight Out Of Focus Episode 3 Review – Camera Footage Melts Into Twilight

I can’t believe they did that.

Arum Journal

Jul 18, 2024 • Subscribe

Kick back with Kagerou from Crispy Camera Club.

Crispy Camera Club crafts a new track infused with hopeful reminiscence. With a lithe touch to its beat and vocals that lull you into loosing your sense of…

SussySempai

Oct 26, 2023 • Subscribe

Remain in Twilight (2021) review [Camera Japan Festival]

“Matsui delivers another masterpiece that will long linger in the spectator’s mind.”

psycho-cinematography

Sep 26, 2021 • Subscribe

Afternoon Angler’s club (2023) Review [Camera Japan Festival]

Hideo Jojo’s heartwarming tale of subjective growth and salt-water fishing is a pleasant watch.

psycho-cinematography

Oct 3, 2024 • Subscribe

Sankarea: Undying Love (Volume 9) – Lights, Camera, Resurrection!

Salva was defeated, leaving Chihiro and Rea to return home. Grandpa stayed behind to clean up his mess and promised to return to tell Chihiro everything. His current…

The Otaku Author

Dec 17, 2022 • Subscribe

Sankarea

She, Her Camera, and Her Seasons, Volume 1

Ten years ago, I stated to review a series called Kanojo to Camera to Kanojo no Kisetsu, (彼女とカメラと彼女の季節). It was a complex love triangle that spent 5 full…

Okazu

Aug 25, 2022 • Subscribe

Let’s Go Karaoke (2024) review [Camera Japan Festival]

This is perfect film for anyone who, after a long day full of struggles, wants to sit in a comfy chair and relax.

psycho-cinematography

Oct 13, 2024 • Subscribe

Ninja Vs Shark (2023) review [Camera Japan 2023]

A pleasant B-film action experience.

psycho-cinematography

Sep 28, 2023 • Subscribe

Kanon

The Box Man (2024) review [Camera Japan Festival]

An incredible satisfying cinematic experience, one that enthrals the spectator from start to finish

psycho-cinematography

Oct 7, 2024 • Subscribe

Shuichi Okita - Japan's Rising Star Behind the Camera

He may have only made four films so far in his fledgling career, but director and screenwriter Shuichi Okita is well on his way to being one...

Red Ronin

Aug 15, 2013 • Subscribe

Is This Heaven? (2023) review [Camera Japan Festival]

An experimental narrative that gives the idea of wandering spirits a fresh and whimsical spin

psycho-cinematography

Oct 1, 2023 • Subscribe

Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru - Episode 2 - Staring Too Much at Nagisa

Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru - Episode 2. Kimi claimed to be admiring Nagisa collar bones, but she saw his focus was much lower than that.

Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds

Jul 12, 2021 • Subscribe

The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Episode 2: Favorites

The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Episode 2: Katsuto Juumonji approaches Mayumi Saegusa with a serious accusation.

Crow's World of Anime

Apr 17, 2024 • Subscribe

The Irregular at Magic High School, The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3

Na Nare Hana Nare – Episode 2 – Kanata’s Second Attempt at Cheer

Episode impressions of Na Nare Hana Nare Episode 2 as Kanata made that leap while trying to catch Obunai. She was surprised that she managed to pull it…

Chikorita157's Anime Blog

Jul 15, 2024 • Subscribe

First Impression: Cells At Work!! Season 2

Remember that episode of The Magic School Bus when Miss Frizzle took her students inside the human body? Well, Japan looked at that particular episode and asked, “Hmm…what…

Beneath the Tangles

Jan 8, 2021 • Subscribe