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Leaving out the littlest bounty hunter is a big omission, and could signify a difference in tone between the anime and live-action version.
How the loud-and-proud Fab Five were able to find success in a country that lags behind others when it comes to LGBTQ issues.
Netflix’s CG remake of the classic anime Saint Seiya will include a major change from the original series — the gender of one of the principal characters!
Streaming giant’s U.S.-produced remake of the anime classic is seen be many as trying to improve on perfection.
Many thought Netflix had closed the book for good on its Americanized adaptation of the anime/manga phenomenon, but it looks like they were wrong.
In the relatively new market of video services in Japan, one clearly stands above the rest. But you might be surprised what it is.
After years of anticipation, this American adaptation of the hit manga thriller is available on Netflix! Jacob Chapman breaks down whether this movie is noteworthy or should just be erased.
How do the people feel about the petition, casting, and recently released teaser trailer for Death Note in its country of origin?
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Anne Hathaway creates PR frenzy in Japan after mentioning Tottori in Devil Wears Prada interview
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