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The AFI Fest opened Wednesday night back at its home, the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, and runs through Sunday, highlighted by world premieres of awaited new films from past American Film Institute Life Achievement Award honorees including Tom Hanks with his new film, Here, on Friday, and Clint Eastwood with his latest, Juror #2, on Sunday (among a host of prime Oscar contenders and international films). But the fest kicked off with yet another AFI honoree, legendary movie composer and musician John Williams, who is the subject of an exceptionally well-conceived and executed documentary on his remarkable career.

This is a legacy that includes more highlights and statistics and achievements than perhaps any other motion picture composer in history, although the shy and not self-laudatory musician would probably give you an argument on that, preferring to highlight those legends that preceded his glory decades that have run through the ‘50s all to way to now,...

In recent times, the live-action business has boomed exponentially; this notion was first conceived when Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece knocked the anime-adaptation curse out of the park. Thus, it became a sensation around the world that showcased the essence of the source material featured in the TV series.

Emily Rudd and Iñaki Godoy in One Piece live-action. Credits: Netflix

Following the gigantic success, Mappa wants to do the same, as they are planning to enter the market and make a name for themselves. Their CEO emphasizes how the animation studio should not be limited just to the anime industry. Moreover, they should go hunting for bigger and better opportunities.

The studio would potentially make a live-action project on one of their most renowned projects ever. However, that would be a grave mistake, as that would make them fail inevitably in the business, as they are going to enter a domain that expands past anime.

My Hero Academia is a Shonen anime, and by nature, it has many battles. However, Kohei Horikoshi has constructed some very elaborate fights in the series, which often make it to the list of top anime battles.

One of the franchise’s most iconic battles was the All Might vs. All For One match during the Final War Arc. In an interview, Kohei Horikoshi explained why this battle was so intense and his feelings behind drawing it.

Kohei Horikoshi Wanted to Write a Painful Story with All Might Vs All For One

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In the interview published on Comic Natalie, Kohei Horikoshi admitted that writing the particular arc was rough. But at one point, the author was able to see the light at the end of his struggle. This point came once the rescue of Bakugo...

I Parry Everything! , an upcoming TV anime based on the series of fantasy light novels, has published a new trailer for the series. The series will broadcast in Japan on Tokyo Mx, Mainichi Broadcasting System, and BS11 beginning on July 4, 2024, and it will also stream in the United States on Hidive. The original I Parry Everything! light novels are written by Nabeshiki, illustrated by Kawaguchi, and published in Japan by Earth Star Entertainment under their Earth Star Novel Imprint. An English language version is also available from J-Novel Club. Dai Fukuyama directs the TV anime at Olm. Shigeru Murkoshi provides the series composition, Chikako Noma provides the character designs, and Tatsuhiko Saiki and Beau Damian provide the music. I Parry Everything! key visual Related: I Parry Everything! Anime to Have North American Premiere at Anime Expo 2024 Hidive describes I Parry Everything! : The Kingdom of Clays faces a dire crisis:...

Mushoku Tensei Exists Because of This Other Isekai Anime, Says Creator - Main Image

Mushoku Tensei and Re:Monster may not seem related, but these two isekai titles share an interesting connection, and that’s not just their genre.

Recently, Comic Natalie interviewed Mushoku Tensei author Rifujin na Magonote and Re:Monster writer Kogitsune Kanekiru.

This interview comes just in time as both light novels’ anime adaptations are currently airing this season to the delight of isekai fans.

Aside from talking about their respective series, the two also shared their inspirations and the landscape of isekai stories over a decade ago.

Mushoku Tensei Creator Explains What Inspired the Series

In the interview, Re:Monster's Kanekiru revealed that he started reading stories in Shosetsuka ni Naro in 2009 while he was still studying in a technical school. Reading the stories there inspired him to write his own.

For those unfamiliar, Shosetsuka ni Naro is...

In the mentally challenging work of creating a manga, creative genius Kohei Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, has often found inspiration from Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece. The mangaka often drew amazing storylines from the rich and immersive manga that showcased Oda-Sensei’s brilliance as an artist and how he has kept his audience hooked for 27 years.

My Hero Academia.

Needless to say, the Shonen series has significantly impacted the manga and anime industry as Op has become the manga with over 523 million copies sold. When Horikoshi got an opportunity to meet his idol, he was delighted and sat down with him for a talk. However, during the chat, Oda-Sensei praised the mangaka for his work, which eventually made him delay his Mha.

Eiichiro Oda Praises Kohei Korikoshi For His Creative Brilliance

Kohei Horikoshi has made a major impact in the anime and manga industry with his magnum opus,...

This summer will be full of fun live events for fans of the Pretty Series franchise! Two have been announced today—one for Idol Time PriPara , another for Kiratto Pri☆chan . Fans of PriPara can look forward to the first-ever solo live event from SoLaMi♡Smile, the anime's in-series idol unit. The concert, titled Sky! SmiLe! Music will take place August 18 at Tokyo's Tachikawa Stage Garden: Related: Pretty Series Franchise Teases New Anime in April 2024 And fans of Kiratto Pri☆chan will be treated to the series's first stand-alone event since July 2023. Titled Kiratto Pri☆chan Spaceship Adventure , the July 21 event will welcome cast members from the anime. Also appearing will be Rina Honnizumi, who voices new idol Ginga Sadame from the virtual musical High School Kiratto Pri☆chan . Related: Pretty Series' Latest Installment Himitsu no AiPri Set to Premiere in April 2024 You can watch both Idol Time PriPara and...

Natalie Mordovtseva and Josh Weinstein’s up-and-down relationship has been playing out for three seasons on 90 Day: The Single Life, but they may have been pulling a fast one on us all along.

Following her split from Mike Youngquist, Natalie left Washington and relocated to Florida in search of love.

After a few failed dates, Natalie fell head over heels for Josh Weinstein, an L.A.-based CEO and founder of a modeling agency.

Natalie and Josh didn’t have any issues in the bedroom, but elsewhere in their relationship, they fell flat.

The duo has been arguing, breaking up, and making up for years, but according to a 90 Day Fiance insider, their on-air love story is all playacting.

On Reddit, u/fairyfeetx3 claims that they recently saw Josh on a flight, and he was with his real girlfriend, Calie Tagle.

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90 Day Fiance cast member Natalie Mordovtseva seems to bring drama with her wherever she goes. Recently, a fan spotted her out and about and seemingly pressed for cash. Has the Ukrainian woman fallen on hard times?

90 Day Fiance: Natalie Mordovtseva Guaranteed To Bring The Drama

Natalie Mordovtseva is one of those 90 Day Fiance cast members that viewers can’t get rid of. For anyone thinking they saw the last of Natalie once things went south with Mike Youngquist, the complete opposite has been true.

Natalie has found a new TLC home in The Single Life scenes. With all the drama she brings to her storyline, TLC keeps bringing her back for more. You’d think that would be good for both extending her 15 minutes of fame, as well as keeping her pockets lined with TLC cash. However, that may not be the case based on recent updates.

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Fuji TV's "Anime Lineup Presentation 2024" livestream today confirmed that the previously announced Honey Lemon Soda anime series will air in the +Ultra timeslot from January 2025 . Details on the upcoming Viral Hit anime, KamiErabi God.app 's second season and other titles were also revealed during the program. Related: Fuji TV Reveals New Upcoming Anime Metallic Rouge, Undead Murder Farce and More Based on the manga by Mayu Murata, Honey Lemon Soda is being directed by Hiroshi Nishikiori at studio J.C.Staff, with series composition by Akiko Waba, character designs by Manami Tanaka and music by Akira Kosemura ( Blue Orchestra ). Yen Press publishes the manga's official English version and describes the story: Middle school left Uka Ishimori with nothing but scars—to the point where she’s forgotten how to laugh or cry or even say “hello.” But a chance reencounter with a boy with lemon-colored hair invigorates her, giving her hope that maybe,...

Following the airing of the latest episode of the Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End TV anime in Japan, a new trailer was released previewing the second stage of the First Class Mage Exam Arc which starts next week on February 16 in Japan. The trailer is featured below. The Magic of Talk~ Special Edition [First Class Mage Exam] visual In addition to the new trailer reveal, a new livestream event has been confirmed for February 13 in Japan. Toho Animation's YouTube channel will host a livestream featuring cast members Atsumi Tanezaki, Kana Ichinose and Ikumi Hasegawa in " ~The Magic of Talk~ Special Edition [First Class Mage Exam] " where the cast members will talk about the events during the first stage of the exam arc and preview the second stage, along with additional behind-the-scenes details. Related: Mariya Ise Joins the Cast of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Anime as Serie The original Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End manga, written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe,...

Ballerina is a South Korean action thriller film directed by Lee Chung-hyun, starring Jun Jong-seo, Kim Ji-hun, and Park Yu-rim.

“Ballerina” is a stylish revenge thriller with a changing pace and a solid performance by Jun Jong-seo, who leads the cast in this film of villains and heroes with a satisfying final sequence.

While this well-executed film achieves its goals, it fails to truly shine among similar revenge thrillers. However, it does entertain and boasts strong direction, particularly in terms of aesthetics.

The film demonstrates the wisdom of restraint.

Plot

Ok Ju has a violent past that she has forgotten until one night when she discovers her friend, who has committed suicide. Everything leads her to a man who abuses girls, records them, and threatens to release the videos.

But she only has revenge on her mind.

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Season 1 of “Yellowjackets” ends on a tragic note when Jackie is found dead in the snow, while Shauna finds herself in deep guilt, for she feels fully responsible for killing her best friend with whom she had a huge fight just the previous night. Meanwhile, Natalie knowing Travis is long gone and probably took his own life, Natalie decides to kill herself, but not before she is attacked and kidnapped by the people who are adorning the sign that has been plaguing and blackmailing them. There is an indication that maybe Travis was killed after all, since Nat’s source from the bank is finally able to find out who emptied the bank account, and she is being followed by Lottie Matthew. Taissa, on the other hand, shows symptoms of someone sleepwalking, which occurred to her during the aftermath of the crash and is now recurring because of the stress...