Animation - Anime

Anime are distinguished by their unique art style, frequent use of adult themes, and - to western eyes – unconventionally complex, multilayered storytelling. In Japan, Anime is as prolific as the widely popular Manga comics on which they are based, but only a tiny fraction of this massive cultural output is widely available in the West. Fortunat... show more >

Anime are distinguished by their unique art style, frequent use of adult themes, and - to western eyes – unconventionally complex, multilayered storytelling. In Japan, Anime is as prolific as the widely popular Manga comics on which they are based, but only a tiny fraction of this massive cultural output is widely available in the West. Fortunately, we can pick from the best: anything by Studio Ghibli comes with an automatic recommendation, and alongside blockbusters such as Akira and Ghost in the Shell are quieter, more thoughtful gems such as The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. < show less