Earlier today, the Hello World anime film’s official website updated with two new teaser trailers and key visual, as well as details on the film’s theme songs. We break the details down below. Trailers The first teaser is a 90-second promo, which introduces the film’s major story beats through character dialogue. Opening theme song Yesterday by Official HiGE DANdism kicks in at … [Read more...] about Hello World Film Gets Two Trailers, Visual, Theme Songs
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[AniFemTalk] Which shonen series write female characters well?
There are a lot of quality shonen out there, but there's also a persistent problem in them (especially in Shonen Jump manga) of poorly written or sidelined female characters. … [Read more...] about [AniFemTalk] Which shonen series write female characters well?
Phantasy Star Online 2: Episode Oracle Anime Gets New Trailer, Cast, & Crew
Earlier today, Sega hosted a live streaming event for Phantasy Star Online 2. During the presentation, a new trailer, as well as the main cast and crew members were revealed for upcoming anime series Phantasy Star Online 2: Episode Oracle. We break the details down below. Trailer The two-minute trailer cuts between action scenes, as character dialogue conveys the main story … [Read more...] about Phantasy Star Online 2: Episode Oracle Anime Gets New Trailer, Cast, & Crew
[Review] BEM – Episode 1
What’s it about? Sonia Summers is an idealistic cop who’s been transferred to Lower Town, where she faces the realities of a corrupt, uncaring police force. She crosses paths with a monster also being tracked by an otherworldly trio who hope that, by helping humans, they can become human themselves. … [Read more...] about [Review] BEM – Episode 1
[Review] Do You Love Your Mom and Her Two-Hit Multi-Target Attacks? – Episode 1
What’s it about? Masato is a typical teenager - he loves video games and hates his mom. He’s thrilled when he hears that he’s been recruited to join a closed beta for a full-dive MMORPG, but becomes less so when he finds that his mother, Mamako, will be joining him on his adventures. Plus, while he’s an average adventurer, she’s an absurdly powerful dual-wielder! Will he be … [Read more...] about [Review] Do You Love Your Mom and Her Two-Hit Multi-Target Attacks? – Episode 1
Yen Press Walks Back License Reveals For Two Persona 5 Manga Titles
On July 12, Yen Press took to Twitter to announce that they had made an error during their Anime Expo announcements. The publisher revealed that they have not been granted the rights to Persona 5 Mementos Mission or Persona 5 a la Carte. Both titles were announced for release in 2020 during the company’s industry panel. The full statement is as follows: We regret to say that … [Read more...] about Yen Press Walks Back License Reveals For Two Persona 5 Manga Titles
[Review] Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest – Episode 1
What’s it about? Hajime Nagumo finds himself alone in the deepest levels of a dungeon. Not long ago, he and his entire class were transported to another world and granted special powers. Hajime received the power of transmutation, which makes him useless in combat and a liability for his party on raids. Now, he’s at a low level and surrounded by powerful monsters. They are the … [Read more...] about [Review] Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest – Episode 1
Chihayafuru Season 3 Gets New Trailer & Key Visual
Earlier today, the official Chihayafuru anime website updated with a new key visual and trailer. We break the details down below. Trailer The 80-second promo focuses on the main cast members, and the motivations that drive them through the series. Theme song Colorful by 99RadioService plays as a background track. Key Visual The image features Chihaya, Arata, and Taichi in a … [Read more...] about Chihayafuru Season 3 Gets New Trailer & Key Visual
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Anime Gets First Key Visual, Main Staff
Earlier today, the official Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun (Jibaku Shōnen Hanako-kun) anime website updated with a new key visual, as well as the main staffers attached to the project. We break the details down below. Key Visual The image features the interior of Hanako-kun’s bathroom, as he peeks out from the third stall. Staff Masaomi Ando (School-Live!, Astra Lost in Space) will … [Read more...] about Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Anime Gets First Key Visual, Main Staff
[Review] given – Episode 1
What’s it about? When Ritsuka Uenoyama agrees to fix the strings on the Gibson guitar his strange classmate Mafuyu always carries, he finds his entire life turned upside down. Now Mafuyu is coming to his band practice, following him around…and making him remember what originally made him so passionate about music. … [Read more...] about [Review] given – Episode 1
[Review] The Demon Girl Next Door – Episode 1
What’s it about? Yuko Yoshida wakes up one day to find she’s grown horns and a tail! It turns out that not only is she descended from a demon, but she’s been tasked with killing a magical girl to lift the curse placed upon her family. Unfortunately, a newbie demon doesn’t stand much chance against a world-saving veteran. … [Read more...] about [Review] The Demon Girl Next Door – Episode 1
Netflix Announces New Original Anime Project from Director Zack Snyder
Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock (9308377an)Zack Snyder arrives at the 2018 AFI Awards at the Four Seasons on in Los Angeles2018 AFI Awards, Los Angeles, USA – 05 Jan 2018 Yes, you read that headline correctly; Hollywood director Zack Snyder is teaming up with longtime collaborator Jay Olivia and others to produce a Netflix original anime series that will … [Read more...] about Netflix Announces New Original Anime Project from Director Zack Snyder
Kabuki-cho Sherlock Reveals Third Promotional Video
It’s been a few months since we’ve talked about this series on Anime Herald so let’s fix that, shall we? Earlier today, the third promotional video for the upcoming series Kabuki-cho Sherlock hit the internet. The series is set to premiere during the Fall 2019 season in the Animeism television block. The original project from famed studio Production I.G, as the name implies, … [Read more...] about Kabuki-cho Sherlock Reveals Third Promotional Video
New Promotional Video Launched for 2020 Anime Oshi ga Budōkan Ittekuretara Shinu
It’s never too early to think about the future! Earlier this morning, a brand new promotional video was released for the upcoming series Oshi ga Budōkan Ittekuretara Shinu (unofficially translated as I’d die if the one I support makes it to the Budoukan) which, in only thirty seconds, reveals the lead cast member, premiere year/TV stations, and crew members! So before we break … [Read more...] about New Promotional Video Launched for 2020 Anime Oshi ga Budōkan Ittekuretara Shinu
[Review] HenSuki – Are you willing to fall in love with a pervert, as long as she’s a cutie? – Episode 1
What’s it about? Keiki Kiryu desperately needs a cute girlfriend to complete his ideal high school experience. When he finds a mysterious love letter, it seems like he may finally get his wish - and his secret admirer left a pair of panties behind as well! Is it his cool club senpai, his laid-back classmate, his cute kouhai, or… gulp… his clingy imouto? Whoever it is, they’re … [Read more...] about [Review] HenSuki – Are you willing to fall in love with a pervert, as long as she’s a cutie? – Episode 1
Lupin III Gets 3D CGI Movie In December 2019
Earlier today, an official website opened its doors for a new Lupin III feature film. The movie, titled Lupin III The First, will be the franchise’s first-ever fully 3D CGI film. A visual and trailer, along with the first cast and crew members were revealed for the project. We break the details down below. Trailer The minute-long promo traces the history of the Lupin manga … [Read more...] about Lupin III Gets 3D CGI Movie In December 2019
Beastars Anime Gets Second Key Visual
Earlier today, the official Beastars anime website updated with a new key visual. The image features the main characters arranged in an off-kilter grid, with Lugosi standing front and center. Beastars will air on Fuji TV’s [+Ultra] block in October. Netflix will be the exclusive streaming distributor for the show. Shinichi Matsumi will direct the project at Orange, with Nao … [Read more...] about Beastars Anime Gets Second Key Visual
[Review] Isekai Cheat Magician – Episode 1
What’s it about? Childhood friends Taichi and Rin find themselves transported to a fantasy world, where they vow that they’re going to survive together. With magic potential off the charts, they’re conscripted as apprentices to the powerful witch Lemiya. Elsewhere, sinister forces are on the hunt for the two teenagers. … [Read more...] about [Review] Isekai Cheat Magician – Episode 1
“Rikei ga Koi ni Ochita no de Shōmei Shite Mita” Anime Gets Main Cast & Crew, Visual Also
Earlier today, the official Rikei ga Koi ni Ochita no de Shōmei Shite Mita anime website updated with the show’s main cast and crew, as well as a key visual. We break the details down below. Key Visual The image features Shinya Yukimura and Ayano Himuro, seated together in a chair. Staff Toru Kitahata (Hinako Note, Haganai NEXT) will direct the project at Zero-G, with Kenta … [Read more...] about “Rikei ga Koi ni Ochita no de Shōmei Shite Mita” Anime Gets Main Cast & Crew, Visual Also
[Links] 3-9 July 2019: Summer Premiere Reviews, SARAZANMAI as Queer Commentary, and Cannon Busters
This week: premiere round-up, SARAZANMAI as critique of commodified queer desire, and the upcoming Netflix premiere of LeSean Thomas' Cannon Busters. … [Read more...] about [Links] 3-9 July 2019: Summer Premiere Reviews, SARAZANMAI as Queer Commentary, and Cannon Busters