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The Idol Paradox
I think no genre betrayed my expectations quite as thoroughly as the idol genre. You see, I was late to watch 2011’s The Idolmaster because as much praise…
Dr. Stone – Can Music Save the Stone World?
The bets are made, Senku is going all in with Gen on selling a big lie and a single music track.
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars
Stone Wars continues from essentially right where the first season of Dr. Stone left off, with Senku and company heading towards their confrontation with Tsukasa. This season ultimately…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Episode 1) – Stone Wars Beginning
It’s almost spring and that means that Tsukasa will shortly begin his attack, however, Senku has a couple of tricks up his sleeve. Of course, that’s nothing compared…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Episode 3) – Call from the Dead
Senku tells Taiju and Yuzuriha to bring someone to his grave. He doesn’t tell them what is going on, but it all hinges on Gen making it back…
Phantom of the Idol Streaming
Can a ghost revitalize a disillusioned idol singer's career?
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[Review] Phantom of the Idol
The first of the summer shows to wrap up the season is 10-episode long Phantom of the Idol. This light hearted series follows Yuuya Niyodo, one half of…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Episode 11) – Prologue of Dr. Stone
With Hyoga and Homura captured, Senku begins to search for a way to save Tsukasa, but even he is struggling to come up with a solution. He needs…
Idol, Burning
Rin Usami’s Idol, Burning is only 115 pages long, but this masterfully translated literary novella paints a vibrant portrait of a young woman’s search for community in online…
Idol, Burned
『推し、燃ゆ』宇佐見りん Idol, Burned, by Rin Usami Rin Usami won the Akutagawa Prize for 『推し、燃ゆ』 (“Idol, Burned”) at the age of 21, as a second-year university student. In 2019,…
Idol, Burned
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Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #08
Well everyone, the soldiers from the Empire of Might will witness the power of science by creating a giant explosion. Oh, and it’s being fired by the Steam…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #07
Here’s Gen Asagiri where he shows his mimicry skills to the test as he becomes Lilian Weinberg. You may thank Niki Hanada for giving him tips on imitating…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Season Two)
Winter is almost over and Senku knows that Tsukasa will lead his army against Ishigami village. That’s why he’s preparing to strike first, but he’s also committed to…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #03
Well, we got some bad news at the start of this episode as Taiju Ooki and Yuzuriha Ogawa is being watched by Niki Hanada, a judoka where she’s…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #06
Oh look, Tsukasa Shishio got 2 allies who will help him on crushing Senku and the rest of the Ishigami village. You have Minami Hokutouzai, a reporter who…
Dr Stone: Stone Wars SPOILER REVIEW
The Ultimate Battle Of Minds And Muscles!! Who Will Comes Out Victorious In The “Stone Wars?!!!” Hey there, party people! Yeah; this is just like Jujutsu Kaisen. I…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #04
Oh yes, here’s Magma where instead of running away, he decides to find and kill Ukyo Saionji. C’mon, that’s the only way to stop a person who has…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #02
“Would it be better if we can just capture and kill Homura?” Well, looks like Magma wants to murder Homura since she’s a pain in the ass to…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #10
Well everyone, it’s the moment of truth where Senku is about to revive Tsukasa Shishio’s little sister Mirai who is not only petrified, but also in a coma.…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #05
Well everyone, looks like Magma is about to test Senku’s steam-powered car by pushing it away. Um Magma, I don’t think you’ll ever push it.
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #09
Well everyone, this is the climax to the Stone Wars as the Empire of Might and the Kingdom of Science (or Ishigami Village) are engaging for one final…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #01
Here’s Gen Asagiri where the mentalist told the kids about the story of one genius who wants to bring back modern civilization in the stone world. That genius…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode #11
Let’s start with Homura where she’s alarmed that Hyoga got knocked out, thus Homura rush into the scene and save her comrade.
The Sword in the Stone (1963)
The Sword in the Stone (1963) To begin, I thought I should note that this is the Disney film where the team emotionally torments that poor chipmunk character,…
Analyzing The Dr. STONE ENDINGS!
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Stone Flower
Stone Flower Manga Chapter 15-4 Manga Chapter Summary: The chapter begins with an old man sitting by a pool of water; a…
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Idol Watch's Top 100 Idol Songs of 2023
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What is scarier than ghosts? How about singing dancing ghosts!!! And that's just what you'll get with Phantom of the Idol.
First Impression: Phantom of the Idol
As one-half of the idol group ZINGS, Niyodo must put in the practice, effort, and love that will please the duo’s fans and lead them to popularity. Unfortunately,…
The Central Problem with Idol Anime
Really, I just have some serious problems with how Ensemble Stars was handled.
Phantom of the Idol – Episode 1
Much like ghosts, you'll either believe in Phantom of the Idol or you'll ignore it ratling around in the background due to its pretty okay premiere that, while…
First Look: Phantom of the Idol
Boy idols, except one of them hates being an idol so the ghost of a girl idol takes over his body and probably hilarity ensues
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Von Jour Caux: The Philosopher's Stone
Tour of Gaudi-inspired Japanese architecture in Ikebukuro.
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Episode 8) – Final Battle
Senku launches an attack to capture the cave where the nitric acid is found and has twenty seconds to do it effectively. However, Tsukasa has found the telephone…
Weekly Review — Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode 8
My review of Dr. Stone: Stone Wars episode 8 is up over on Anime News Network.
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Episode 5) – Steam Gorilla
Senku has built a steam engine, but now he needs a suitable vehicle to go around it. As soon as that’s done, they’re moving out the rescue Chrome…
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars (Episode 4) – Full Assault
Chrome has been captured by Ukyou, one of Tsukasa’s most reliable men, but will he give up the secrets as to why he was there? Meanwhile, Senku plans…
Weekly Review — Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode 6
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Dr. STONE S2 – 11 [Prologue of Dr. STONE]
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Weekly Review — Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode 10
My review of Dr. Stone: Stone Wars episode 10 is up over on Anime News Network.
Weekly Review — Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode 5
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Weekly Review — Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode 9
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Weekly Review — Dr. Stone: Stone Wars Episode 7
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