Editing Irina here: I have to admit this post got a bit away from me. instead of a simple list of anime directors I happen to like it turned into this little diatribe about the role of directors in anime production and now it’s way too long. Still I did enjoy writing it so I’m... The post Way Too Long My Top 5 Anime Directors post appeared first on I drink and watch anime.
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