What is “Sakuga”? The Animators Who Became Superstars
If you spend enough time in the anime community, you'll eventually come across the term "sakuga" (δ½η»). While it literally…
November 2025
Mido The Art of the Anime Opening: More Than Just a Theme Song
For most TV shows, the opening is a skippable formality. For anime fans, it's a 90-second art form. A great…
Why We Root for the Villain: An Analysis of Charismatic Antagonists
A hero is only as good as their villain, but what happens when the villain is just as compellingβor even…
The Rise of MAPPA: From Ambitious Beginnings to Industry Titan
In the last decade, few animation studios have exploded in popularity and taken on as many high-profile projects as MAPPA.…