Topic: Anime Anyone?

[leinad]

Uk netflix has just got the anime. Think the only thing pre this, other than the live action, is one of the films.

So for the anime they have started with episode 1089. The latest arc...

Why would they think that's a good idea. Fine for me as I'd just caught up again, but defo not for the majority

I think you might be both talking about different things here, Netflix are making a new adaption of the anime without any filler, I think red mongoose was talking about that.

I've always been daunted by the size of One Piece myself so would love to jump into it without any filler.

[red mongoose]

I think you might be both talking about different things here, Netflix are making a new adaption of the anime without any filler, I think red mongoose was talking about that.

I've always been daunted by the size of One Piece myself so would love to jump into it without any filler.

Yeah, that's what I was talking about. I really envy you getting to watch it all from the beginning. I'm not particularly bothered by filler, especially when the story's emotional payoff is so consistently massive. You'd think that having a backstory for every conceivable character or situation would occasionally become tiresome, but they always, always stick the landing.

It's simply the greatest story ever told IMO.

[leinad]

Yeah, that's what I was talking about. I really envy you getting to watch it all from the beginning. I'm not particularly bothered by filler, especially when the story's emotional payoff is so consistently massive. You'd think that having a backstory for every conceivable character or situation would occasionally become tiresome, but they always, always stick the landing.

It's simply the greatest story ever told IMO.

I am looking forward to seeing what all the praise is about! I know a few things that happen but there is that many chapters I don't think it matters.

One of my favourite things about modern anime is no filler. Compare old Bleach to TYBW and it's night and day.

[macca007]

I am looking forward to seeing what all the praise is about! I know a few things that happen but there is that many chapters I don't think it matters.

One of my favourite things about modern anime is no filler. Compare old Bleach to TYBW and it's night and day.

Yeah was talking about different things but aside....

Watch it. There's not actually that much filler in it, especially compared to the likes of Bleach or naruto. If need be use a filler guide to skip them. It's worth it.

Can always do one pace aswell which sort of solves the problems

[Sangria]

Akira Toriyama
5th Apr 1955 - 1st Mar 2024

[leinad]

Akira Toriyama
5th Apr 1955 - 1st Mar 2024

I don't think it is hyperbole to say DBZ is probably the most influential anime ever made. I know it's the first one I ever watched (without knowing it was anime) and I think that's a common theme. It's basically the godfather of Shonen anime, instrumental in inspiring countless series. Looking at the reaction to Akira's death in Latin America, Africa and Europe shows the reach and influence his manga has had on people.

[PhilV]

I don't think it is hyperbole to say DBZ is probably the most influential anime ever made. I know it's the first one I ever watched (without knowing it was anime) and I think that's a common theme. It's basically the godfather of Shonen anime, instrumental in inspiring countless series. Looking at the reaction to Akira's death in Latin America, Africa and Europe shows the reach and influence his manga has had on people.

I still at times sing the DBZ and GT intros in my head or play on Spotify when I feel a certain way, I am 37 so I watched it 30 years ago or so, that anime still has strong memories in my head where I remember specific bits, pure class!

[Schmidt]

I don't think it is hyperbole to say DBZ is probably the most influential anime ever made. I know it's the first one I ever watched (without knowing it was anime) and I think that's a common theme. It's basically the godfather of Shonen anime, instrumental in inspiring countless series. Looking at the reaction to Akira's death in Latin America, Africa and Europe shows the reach and influence his manga has had on people.

Yeah it was one of the first I saw as a kid, came home from school one day and turned on Cartoon Network to see a kid getting the shit kicked out of him by an alien. I was hooked.

[itihasas]

DBZ was unreal, some strange themes that hindsight made us question but by and large can't beat a simple storyline of bettering yourself and good vs evil

[OsirisMVZ]

Anyone watched Frieren? I read the first part of the manga when it came out and have recently caught up to the anime and it's as brilliant as everyone says. Such great worldbuilding and storytelling, highly recommended!

Finished ep #15 the other night and this is blowing me away. The direction is at such a high level. Each episode is my new little happy place.

I am excited for Kaiju No. 8 on Saturday! Huge hype about this for the last couple of years.

[leinad]

Finished ep #15 the other night and this is blowing me away. The direction is at such a high level. Each episode is my new little happy place.

I am excited for Kaiju No. 8 on Saturday! Huge hype about this for the last couple of years.

I miss frieren Fridays! Such a cosy show, with brilliantly written characters that often make you reflect on your own life. Have you finished it yet?

[OsirisMVZ]

I miss frieren Fridays! Such a cosy show, with brilliantly written characters that often make you reflect on your own life. Have you finished it yet?

Yes and I've read 30 chapters on in the manga now too A friend I also got into the show just told me the manga is going on a break for a bit?

[DonkeyWan]

Found some of my old Manga comics and tapes while doing a clearout. Ahhh the fucking nostalgia blast was a hit.

Got me to wondering, can anyone recommend me some movies/series/shows? My top 3 favourite from around the era of my childhood were;

1) Akira
2) Cyber City Oedo 808
3) Street Fighter

If anyone knows of others that were similar in style to the above from around that era, that would be great. Even if it's more modern but in the same style of above would be awesome.

If you haven't seen Vampire Hunter D there are two movies (Vampire Hunter D and Vampire Hunter D Bloodlust) that have fantastic artwork and are dark than a very dark thing.

Also, Cowboy Bebop the Movie is well worth a watch.

[PhilV]

Finished ep #15 the other night and this is blowing me away. The direction is at such a high level. Each episode is my new little happy place.

I am excited for Kaiju No. 8 on Saturday! Huge hype about this for the last couple of years.

So far I am really liking that, it's serious at times and really goofy at others, got a good vibe and I am into it... 

[Sangria]

Probably the scariest kaiju ever.

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x5hd9w5

[red mongoose]

Has anyone watched "Katanagatari"? It's 14 years old now, but I'm halfway through and absolutely loving it. The artwork is so simple, but it's gorgeous. And the characters are just fantastic. I wish it had gone on for longer. No spoilers please, as per.