Netflix’s Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Is Loyal to a Fault: TV Review Introduction In recent years, the live-action adaptation of anime and manga has been met with mixed results. However, 2023 has proven to be a promising year for this genre. HBO’s “The Last of Us” received critical acclaim and numerous Emmy nominations, while “The Super […]
Netflix‘s Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Is Loyal to a Fault: TV Review Anime Adaptations: A Cursed History As a school of adaptation, the live-action take on anime and manga is known to be fraught with challenges. However, 2023 seems to be a banner year for both anime-based adaptations and video game-based adaptations. In January, HBO premiered […]
Netflix’s One Piece Live-Action Series Delivers More Than It Disappoints A Series Built on Lofty Promises One Piece, the iconic anime and manga series, has garnered a massive following over the span of 26 years. With promises of a captivating hidden treasure, the dream of a young protagonist, and a satisfying conclusion, the series has […]
Review: My Adventures with Superman Introduction The latest reimagining of the Man of Steel, Adult Swim’s “My Adventures with Superman,” has taken the iconic superhero and brought him into the world of classic but modern shonen anime. The show, produced by Studio Mir and executive producer Sam Register, presents a heartfelt and human depiction of […]