The following contains spoilers for One of Us is Lying Seasons 1 and 2, now streaming on Peacock. One of Us is Lying is a riveting teen mystery based on Karen M. McManus’ 2017 novel of the same name. This new series joins a list of many teen shows with exciting premises to hit streaming…
When Riverdale premiered in 2017, it was a darker adaptation of the Archie Comics characters from the mind of Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa. Riverdale featured the characters that fans of the comics knew and loved, but the series began with a captivating murder mystery that devastated the town. And just when Riverdale seemed to get its footing…
As the first character to join Monkey D. Luffy’s crew, Roronoa Zoro is one of the most important pirates in the world of One Piece. Despite his horrible sense of direction, he possesses a unique perspective and a surprising amount of wisdom. Thanks to these traits and his skills as a swordsman, Zoro consistently ranks…
“ Quick Links Better Subbed Better Dubbed Subs versus dubs is one of the oldest and most heated debates in anime fan communities. Some argue that the original Japanese voice acting with subtitles is the superior way to watch anime, while others say that the dubs are just as good, if not better. In most…
Japanese anime and manga have evolved so much over the years that new genres are always emerging. Manga and light novels have shaped the medium’s subconscious. Much of that is thanks to the genre of the media in question, whether it’s shonen, sci-fi, or romance. Isekai has become particularly popular in recent years, dominating both…
Shonen anime is generally written with teenage boys in mind, with classic examples ranging from Dragon Ball to Naruto to Demon Slayer, among others. These anime can be remarkably deep and complex, considering their intended audience, but shonen has its limits while seinen anime does not. Seinen anime doesn’t have to be dark, violent, or…
Isekai isn’t only made up of carefree overpowered protagonists and optimistic heroes fighting for justice. Sometimes, isekai protagonists can be cruel, demonic leaders or heartless warlords with purely selfish goals. While many isekai heroes do follow the standard “rescue the kingdom” route, others have more sinister motivations. Whether due to the precariousness of their situation…
My Hero Academia is quickly approaching its final chapter, and despite how much is happening in the current arc, Kohei Horikoshi has managed to balance his story-telling with impeccable artwork and beautiful spreads that can be seen throughout Chapter 382, aptly titled “Don’t Let Him Go.” Written and illustrated by Kohei Horikoshi, translated by Caleb…
Batman #130 Writer: Chip Zdarsky Artist: Jorge Jiménez, Leonardo Romero Letterer: Clayton Cowles Cover Artist: Jorge Jiménez Publisher: DC Price: 4.99 Release Date: 2022-12-06 Colorist: Tomeu Morey, Jordie Bellaire The end of the “Failsafe” arc is finally here. Written by Chip Zdarsky, drawn by Jorge Jiménez, colored by Tomeu Morey, and lettered by Clayton Cowles,…
Women have consistently received the short end of the stick, whether in the real world or in fiction. In Shakespearean times, female characters were almost always portrayed by male actors, despite the surplus of strong women in plays like The Merchant of Venice, King Lear, Macbeth, and The Twelfth Night. The science fiction genre wasn’t…