What does BEASTARSā opening sequence have in common with other iconic intros like DRIFTERS and Tatami Galaxy, the filmography of geniuses like Satoshi Kon and Tatsuya Oishi, plus many sweet commercials and educational works? The answer is Michiya Kato and his studio CYCLONE GRAPHICS ā a team you might have loved for a long time without even noticing their presence! Being an animation fan can feel overwhelming sometimes. Even if all youāve got the mental energy to follow is commercial... Read More Read More
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