Some shows, you watch the first episode, and you’re pretty sure they’re going to suck. Others, you watch episode 1, and you have a fairly strong impression that the show is likely to be pretty good. More often, it takes a little longer to get any sort of strong sense. For Shine On! Bakumatsu BadContinue Reading... Seasonal Selection – Shine On! Bakumatsu Bad Boys Episode 1Continue Reading...
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