30 Obscure Anime Adaptations of Western Literature
30 Obscure Anime Adaptations of Western Literature
You may know of a few anime based on Western literature, but there are so many more hidden underneath the surface that it may surprise you.
by Shymander
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10 Faithful Representations of Queer Characters in Yuri Manga
10 Faithful Representations of Queer Characters in Yuri Manga
Tired of cliché fanservice and choruses of “but we’re both girls!”? These ten yuri manga and manhwa titles realistically portray lesbian relationships and their place in Japanese society.
by MAL_Articles
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Shows to Watch (and not Watch) in Spring 2019
Shows to Watch (and not Watch) in Spring 2019
We went and watched the first episode of nearly every single anime this season so you don't have to!
by MAL_Articles
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The Only Sports That Haven't Been Adapted into Anime Yet
The Only Sports That Haven't Been Adapted into Anime Yet
And why they should be.
by Shymander
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Interview: Team Four Star Co-Founder KaiserNeko
MyAnimeList spoke with one of the co-founders of Team Four Star about abridged series, Team Four Star's experiences, and new projects coming in 2019.
by Shymander
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Fictional love between girls can be found blooming across a growing field of genres and settings.
by MAL_Articles
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Good Vibrations: The Undervalued Artistry of an Anime’s Soundscape
Sometimes we get so caught up in the visual spectacle of anime that we completely forget about the equally important sounds that come alongside it.
by MAL_Articles
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MAL Staff Picks: Anime of the Year 2018
Absurd comedy, poignant drama, explosive action, and more are all on the list for our favorite anime of 2018!
by MAL_Articles
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The True Meaning(s) of Christmas
Japan's culture of Christmas is quite unique compared to the Western world, both in real life and in fiction.
by Shymander
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Why the Hate? Negative Perceptions Against Anime Fans
From east to west, distaste towards anime fans is all-too-common. But how do these prejudices differ around the world?
by MAL_Articles
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The Art of Evil: What Makes a Good Anime Villain
A great protagonist and story can give shape to a terrific anime, but sometimes an exceptional villain is what steals the show.
by MAL_Articles
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Boku no Hero Academia's Problematic Journey to Hollywood
Hollywood has yet to master how to make successful live-action adaptations of anime, and they've chosen to take on what may be their biggest challenge to date.
by Shymander
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12 Complex Psychological Anime to Wrap Your Head Around
In a genre with anime of various types ranging from action to sports, these are the psychological anime that will actually challenge you and the way you think.
by MAL_Articles
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Why Main Characters Sometimes Have to Lose
Despite the potential satisfaction of seeing the main character succeed, sometimes a loss is far more beneficial than a win.
by MAL_Articles
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What the Anime Industry Can Learn from Kimi no Na wa. (Part 2)
Kimi no Na wa.’s brilliant story, setting, and music captivated its young audience, satisfying fans and critics both in Japan and overseas, which led to the overwhelming popularity of the film.
by MAL_Articles
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What the Anime Industry Can Learn from Kimi no Na wa. (Part 1)
Makoto Shinkai managed to produce the highest-grossing anime film of all time despite the number of challenges that came his way, while also disproving several common misconceptions about producing anime.
by MAL_Articles
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The Value of the Slice of Life Genre
Slice of Life is typically an underappreciated genre, despite being the most relatable in terms of subject material. Here's why it deserves to be noticed more.
by MAL_Articles
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Puns can be a translator’s bane since the ninety-nine times out of a hundred, there will be no equivalent pun in English for the pun in Japanese. Still, humor is a big part of manga, and puns a huge part of Japanese humor. So here are tips on how to deal with puns.
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MAL at the Movies: Boku no Hero Academia Futari no Hero
Boku no Hero Academia The Movie hits international cinemas this week, so here's our summary and review of the latest installment in the ever-growing superhero franchise!
by Shymander
12,735 views
First Impressions: SAO Alicization World Premiere
MAL attended the world premiere of SAO: Alicization at MadFest 2018. While the first episode wasn't flawless, it definitely has us excited to see what the rest of the show has in store.
by Shymander
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Interview: China Literature on The King's Avatar and Global Ambitions
MyAnimeList spoke with China's largest online literature platform about the global success of The King's Avatar, the webnovel medium, and their plans to expand internationally.
by MAL_Articles
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Black, White, and Gray: What Makes an Antihero Work
Antiheroes are often some of the most beloved and most talked about characters in their stories. The appeal of these characters can be high and their character brilliant, but what actually makes an antihero work?
by MAL_Articles
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The Art of Time Skips: When, How and Why
With flashbacks, plot twists and foreshadowing often being the most analyzed narrative elements in anime, time skips get ignored quite often. However, they offer just as much potential, for better or for worse.
by MAL_Articles
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[Manga Store] Creator Spotlight
There's never been a better time than now to pick up some of the hottest Kodansha titles than in the creator spotlight!
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