I rather like the ghoulish humor that a lot of Itou-sensei’s stories seem to have, but there’s something to be said for straight-up freakiness too. Read more
Violet Evergarden – 03
I leave this episode feeling just as ambivalent about Violet Evergarden as I did going in. Read more
Koi wa Ameagari no You ni – 03
Whatever you think about the concept of a love story between a 45 year-old man and a 17 year-old girl, there’s a right way and a wrong way to do it, and this series is doing it the right way. Read more
Miira no Kaikata – 03
Goodness me, but Miira no Kaikata is one sweet, warm-hearted little series. Read more
Devilman Crybaby – 02
It’s a very odd thing, covering a series that much of the audience has already watched in its entirety. Read more
Best of the Best: 2017
All the awards, none of the boring speeches! Read more
Yowamushi Pedal: Glory Line – 03
Who would have thought someone would come along to make Midousuji seem like the normal one on Kyoto Fushimi? Read more
Osomatsu-san 2 – 16
I’ve found over time that I like Osomatsu-san best when it’s sort of serious. Read more
Karakai Jouzu no Takagi-san – 03
I’m starting to feel pretty good about the charms of this series surviving the transition to anime. Read more
Kokkoku – 03
Another one makes the cut… Read more