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Studio Shaft Animator Shares Harrowing Account of Their Time with the Company
The anime industry has long been known for its grueling demands on animators and production staff, and recent revelations from star animator Hiroto Negata shed light on the harsh realities faced by those working in the field. Negata’s candid confession on social media, although since deleted, provides a stark sneak peak into the detrimental effects of Studio Shaft’s working environment on mental health and well-being. In a series of heartfelt letters to followers, Negata recounted the toll that working at…
One Punch Man Season 3 is Headed for Long-Term Failure? It’s Not Just J.C. Staff’s Fault
With the recent announcement of the production status for One Punch Man season 3, fans of the anime are eagerly anticipating its release. The trailer has generated excitement, but also a significant amount of disappointment, particularly regarding the choice of animation studio. Despite hopes that Madhouse, which produced the highly acclaimed first season, would return, it has been confirmed that J.C. Staff will continue to handle the animation for the third season. This news has not been well received by…
Genshin Impact’s Latest Animation Gives Fans Everything They Wanted Ahead of the Anime
On Friday, May 24, 2024, the official YouTube channel for the popular video game Genshin Impact released a new animated short titled “The Road Not Taken.” This short is a music video running approximately 3.5 minutes long, featuring a song of the same name performed by HOYO-MiX and the renowned Japanese singer and lyricist Aimer. The animated short primarily focuses on the characters Aether and Lumine, who are the central figures in the Genshin Impact universe. However, it also features…
Animator Comes Forth Exposing The Barbaric Work Conditions Of Studio Shaft
By now, anime fans have come to understand the challenging reality of working in the industry. For animators and production staff, the job is grueling. From low pay and endless overtime to tight deadlines, the darker side of anime has become increasingly apparent in recent years. Now, a well-known animator has taken to social media to shine a light on their harrowing experience at Studio Shaft. Hiroto Negata, a respected figure in the industry, shared a series of heartfelt letters…
Sailor Moon Uncensored Version Will Play On Toonami Rewind
Sailor Moon has solidified its place as one of anime’s greatest series. Created by Naoko Takeuchi in 1991, the magical girl story quickly charmed audiences when Toei Animation brought it to television. Now, Sailor Moon’s uncensored dub is finally set to debut on American TV. Toonami Rewind, an upcoming late-night block on Cartoon Network, will feature three anime series, including Sailor Moon alongside Dragon Ball Z Kai and Naruto. This version of Sailor Moon will showcase Viz Media’s recent dub,…
SteinsAlter To Produce A Elden Ring Anime Tribute To The Game
Elden Ring has already made a lasting impact since its 2022 release, boasting over 23 million copies sold and expanding into merchandise and manga. Now, an anime adaptation is making waves ahead of its debut. SteinsAlter, an indie production group known for animated shorts, is behind this exciting project. They recently announced plans for a three-minute Elden Ring anime, promising to deliver high-quality, cinematically composed sakuga that captures key moments from the game. Their announcement came with a detailed character…