A recent teaser trailer release for the upcoming anime series Zenshu, produced by Mappa studios, has sparked both anticipation and controversy within the anime community. The teaser for Zenshu, which is currently under production, offers a glimpse into the life of protagonist Natsuko Hirose, who embarks on a career as an animator.
While the premise of Zenshu has piqued the interest of many anime enthusiasts, Mappa studio being in charge of this original anime was pointed out as a huge irony.
The anime’s teaser reignited discussions about the working conditions within the anime industry, especially at Mappa, which faced scrutiny in recent months due to allegations of poor working conditions during the production of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2.
Many fans and industry observers have expressed skepticism and ridiculed Mappa’s decision to produce an anime centered around the animation industry, given the studio’s reputation for overworking its staff.
Some...
While the premise of Zenshu has piqued the interest of many anime enthusiasts, Mappa studio being in charge of this original anime was pointed out as a huge irony.
The anime’s teaser reignited discussions about the working conditions within the anime industry, especially at Mappa, which faced scrutiny in recent months due to allegations of poor working conditions during the production of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2.
Many fans and industry observers have expressed skepticism and ridiculed Mappa’s decision to produce an anime centered around the animation industry, given the studio’s reputation for overworking its staff.
Some...
- 3/25/2024
- by A.R. Madillo
- AnimeHunch
In “Licorice Pizza,” a teenage boy perpetually chasing after new business schemes falls for a 20-something woman who’s not quite sure where she’s heading, but is up for the ride.
Together, Gary Valentine (Cooper Hoffman) and Alana Kane (Valley native Alana Haim) travel around Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley by car, truck and on foot. Their ventures into showbiz and local politics have them cross paths with a cast of vibrant characters, including a belligerent hairdresser and motorcycle-riding movie star.
Gary and Alana’s indelible bond and the series of events that transpire make “Licorice Pizza” an enjoyable watch. But the film promises an extra element of nostalgic joy for those who grew up in the Valley or during the 1970s (or both). Several of the events, people and places represented in the story are modeled on reality.
We hunted for some of the Easter eggs in “Licorice Pizza,...
Together, Gary Valentine (Cooper Hoffman) and Alana Kane (Valley native Alana Haim) travel around Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley by car, truck and on foot. Their ventures into showbiz and local politics have them cross paths with a cast of vibrant characters, including a belligerent hairdresser and motorcycle-riding movie star.
Gary and Alana’s indelible bond and the series of events that transpire make “Licorice Pizza” an enjoyable watch. But the film promises an extra element of nostalgic joy for those who grew up in the Valley or during the 1970s (or both). Several of the events, people and places represented in the story are modeled on reality.
We hunted for some of the Easter eggs in “Licorice Pizza,...
- 9/29/2022
- by Harper Lambert
- The Wrap
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