I’m glad T.P. Bon exists because it’s genuinely subversive – and that’s a quality Japanese society desperately needs more of. Read more
Season Reviews
Fall 2024 Check-in
This season isn’t a mass-produced model, that’s for sure. Read more
Summer 2024 Check-in
It’s weird to have one of my top-ranked shows in terms of expectations also be one of the biggest surprises of the season. Read more
Spring 2024 Check-in
Bigger isn’t always better where anime seasons are concerned. Read more
Winter 2024 Check-in
Winter 2024 is a one-horse race for the winner’s circle, but place and show are another matter. Read more
Best of the Best: 2023
2023 was a year with both depth and greatness at the top, and these awards reflect that. Read more
2023 Anime Year in Review Part II: #11-20
2023 passes this test with flying colors, too. Read more
2023 Anime Year in Review: The Top 10 (and Anime of the Year Video)
Only a series as great as Vinland Saga could have earned this spot this year. Read more
Fall 2023 Check-in
One great series can make a season – if it’s great enough. Read more
Summer 2023 Check-in
This season looks pretty typical of the age, but it’s not as straightforward as it appears. Read more