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Studio Eclypse Releases First Trailer For BERSERK: The Black Swordsman
Studio Eclypse has released the first official trailer for BERSERK: The Black Swordsman, giving fans a three-minute preview of the highly-anticipated anime. The anime is a passion project by die-hard Berserk fans, aiming to bring to life the iconic yet sadly unfinished magnum opus of the late Kentaro Miura. Over the past three decades, the Berserk manga has been adapted into several anime series, but The Black Swordsman Arc has only been portrayed once in the original 1997 TV anime.…
Studio Ghibli Receives The Palme d’Or Award At Cannes Film Festival
Studio Ghibli, the legendary Japanese animation studio known for its surreal and ecological tales, received an honorary Palme d’Or from the Cannes Film Festival on Monday. This recognition marks the first time the award has been given to an entity rather than an individual filmmaker or actor. This year’s other recipients include George Lucas and Meryl Streep. Hayao Miyazaki, the renowned director behind many of Ghibli’s masterpieces, expressed his surprise: “I don’t understand any of this, but thank you.” The…
Nozawa Gave Up Her Steady Voice Acting Gig For Goku From Dragon Ball Z
Masako Nozawa has been the voice of Goku in Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball series since it began in 1989, voicing not only the Saiyan hero but also his children and even his father, Bardock. Nozawa’s career, which began in 1963, spans decades and includes a variety of notable roles, yet her dedication to Goku is particularly legendary. However, her iconic role came with a significant sacrifice that many fans might not know about. During an interview, Toriyama revealed that he…
Tanjiro’s Voice Actor Shares The Secret To Success in The Voice Acting Industry
Ufotable’s Demon Slayer is renowned for its standout moments, but a significant portion of its success is owed to the voice actors who bring characters like Tanjiro, Nezuko, Rengoku, and Zenitsu to life. Voicing such intense characters, often in dire situations, demands precision, as even minor errors can impact both the character and the actor’s reputation. This challenge is consistent across languages, whether in Japanese or other dubs. Zach Aguilar, who voices Tanjiro in English, has spoken about his journey…
The Baki Manga Series Has Reached 100 Million Copies In Total Print
Today, on May 21, Japanese publisher Akita Shoten unveiled a remarkable achievement for Keisuke Itagaki’s martial arts manga series Baki: it has achieved a total print run of 100 million copies. To celebrate this achievement, the manga series’ official YouTube channel is streaming a special video narrated by Akio Otsuka, known for his role as Yujiro Hanma in the anime adaptation. The video features the song “HEADSHOT!” from metalcore band Crossfaith’s upcoming album “AЯK,” set for release on June 26.…
Fans Cannot Get Enough Of The ‘Soba Noodles Challenge’ Scene From Demon Slayer
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has made its return with Season 4, bringing to life one of the manga’s standout moments between Giyu Tomioka and Tanjiro Kamado. This season shows the Hashira Training Arc, a pivotal storyline from Koyoharu Gotoge’s original series, which promises a different approach compared to previous seasons. With Muzan Kibutsuji’s final forces looming, the Hashira and Demon Slayer Corps are gearing up for their toughest battles yet. The Hashira Training Arc opened with a surprising twist…