Ask John: One of the reasons anime is popular is how relatable the characters and narratives are. We are empathetic and sympathetic due to them drawing upon real-world parallels. However, is there a limitation to this relation? No matter how fantastic, live-action entertainment features real people. Animation has an extra barrier to overcome, as no […]
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