Sunday, April 24, 2011

Anime can be good: HanaSaku Iroha first impressions

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I knew I was going out on a limb with Hanasaku Iroha.  What did I find?  I'm still not entirely sure.

Friday, April 22, 2011

Anime can be good: Nichijou first impressions

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I often pass over anime titles on perception of genre.  I nearly did so with Nichijou, and thank goodness I gave it a chance.

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Anime can be good: Tiger and Bunny first impressions

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We're a couple weeks along in the season now and it's time to start discussing first impressions.  Up first today is super-hero action show Tiger and Bunny from Sunrise. 

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Anime Can Be Good, Part 1

I'd like to start off this series with a quick run down of Spring 2011 anime programs that I at least intend to sample.  Looks can be deceiving, though, and I make no claims to quality or contents - those are reserved for later followup. All but two shows on this list are available for free legal streaming - and the other two will likely get license announcements soon. 

Monday, April 4, 2011

Anime makes me mad...

The last decade or so has been incredibly difficult for many anime fans.  A number of slightly ominous and derogatory statements regarding anime as an industry and an art form confront me on a regular basis; some of which with I'm, frankly, hard pressed to argue.