Tag: Naruto
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Fullmetal Alchemist Has A Big Difference From Other Shonen Anime
Even if you’re only passingly familiar with manga and anime, I’d bet that you’ve heard of “Fullmetal Alchemist,” a modern classic of both mediums. First authored by Hiromu Arakawa and adapted to animation twice, all versions follow the titular alchemist, Edward Elric, and his little brother Alphonse. Mutilated when they tried to revive their dead…
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‘Naruto’ 20th Anniversary Episodes: Everything We Know So Far
One of anime’s biggest names will be celebrating two decades of iconography, as the original Naruto series will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a new special event. Despite being a prolific figure in Japanese animation, it has been quite some time since we’ve seen Naruto Uzumaki (Junko Takeuchi) in his prime. Following his days of…
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Where to Watch ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ Season 2
One of the most successful recent anime shows, Mappa’s Jujutsu Kaisen took the world by surprise when it hit the screens back in 2020. Fans were delighted to see a unique amalgamation of Naruto and Hunter x Hunter, two of the most popular animes of all time, both of which served as an inspiration for…
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Best Movies on Crunchyroll
Anime has achieved remarkable popularity and captured the hearts of millions across the globe and for good reason. Its unique artistic style, characterized by vibrant visuals, intricate details, and dynamic characters, sets it apart from conventional Western animation. Anime’s appeal lies not only in its visual aesthetic but also in its diverse range of genres…
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Best Horror Anime
While anime might primarily be known for its action series such as Naruto or One Piece, many sub-genres have a wide range of shows to offer and have dedicated fan bases. Horror anime is a particularly beloved sub-genre, showcasing a vast variety of horror styles and tropes for fans to choose from. Whether one is…
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What’s Leaving Netflix in October 2022
Just as a new month brings new titles to Netflix, it also means that some titles will have to depart the service and that’s exactly the case this October. Perhaps the most noteworthy titles bidding farewell are the fan-favorite Emmy-winning comedy series Schitt’s Creek which will be migrating over to Hulu the day after, and…
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Finding The Right Comedy Ratio Was Crucial For Naruto
Naruto Uzumaki is a comfort character for many reasons. The knuckleheaded ninja went from being a young troublemaker and failing student to a brave, responsible Hokage of the Leaf Village after helping win the Fourth Shinobi World War. Masashi Kishimoto, who created the “Naruto” manga series, based the titular hero on his own experiences at…
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The Naruto Fight That Changed Animation History
One of the most memorable sequences in the classic anime “Naruto” is an early fight in episode 30 between Sasuke, Naruto’s rival, and the villainous snake-man Orochimaru. Dramatic camera angles heighten the action, but keep the detailed hand-to-hand combat legible. Sasuke’s body springs off-model as he throws kunai and breathes fire with his whole strength. Orochimaru runs…
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The Reason Naruto Always Wears Sandals
Written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto, “Naruto” is one of the most influential Japanese manga series in the world. Spanning 27 volumes, the manga has been adapted into an anime featuring over 500 episodes released between 2002-2017. Here’s a brief description:Twelve years ago, the Village Hidden in the Leaves was attacked by a fearsome threat. A…
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Classic ‘Star Wars’ is Getting the Manga Treatment With ‘The Legends of Luke Skywalker’
Star Wars has the power of the Force and anime on its side. The sci-fi franchise has conquered every medium — movies, TV, video games, comic books — so why not add the lucrative globe-spanning medium of manga to that? Manga publishing juggernaut Viz Media, which has brought popular manga like Naruto, Bleach, and Inuyasha…