From the romantic masterpieceYour Nameto the mind-bending and influentialPaprika, anime movies won’t disappoint fans.
Despite featuringHayao Miyazaki, this film wasn’t a Ghibli film but the movie that started the studio.
After a catastrophic nuclear war, humanity now struggles to survive deep in the jungle.
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The style of the movie would influence most Ghibli films, marking it asa landmark in anime movie history.
However, it established itself as a staple anime movie because itinfluenced how anime studios make sequel movies.
Before this movie, most cinematic anime were filler events, butMugen Trainchanged the game.
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Afterward, many other anime produced canon sequel movies, makingMugen Traina memorable film from 2020.
Neon Genesis Evangelionis a reasonably confusing anime, withThe End of Evangeliontaking it to the next level.
Whether or not fans understand it, the impact of popularity remains.
However, the story depicts the events in the way that the author wished it to have turned out.
It is a depressing tale showcasing the horrors of war.
Originally made in 1917, an antique shop employee rediscovered the film in 2008.
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The Dull Sword is not available to stream or purchase in the US and Canada.
The latter follows Mima, a former idol wishing to shed that persona and become an actor.
Perfect Blueisa disturbing look into the entertainment industry in Japan.
While it takes liberties, the film still highlights a pretty realistic portrayal.
Anime was always viewed as children’s TV, with shows likeAstro Boyreinforcing this point.
It wasn’t untilAkirathat the West finally woke up and realized how impactful and profound Japanese animation could be.
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It becamea cultural icon, influencing many shows, movies, and even the entire sci-fi genre.
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