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The Best and Worst of 2012 Anime

December 29, 2012 by chikorita157 4 Comments

As 2012 finally comes to an end, I felt that this year is rather subdued for Anime. Although there were some Anime that received some rave reviews that I didn’t watch, I was still satisfied by what I have already watched. Not only that, I only dropped one show this year compared to two in 2011. Still, there were some disappointments, which I want to go over.

For now, I will list my top whatever lists of best Anime in 2012 along with some disappointing/worst ones. (Image Source)
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Tagged With: opinion, reflection, year end

Reasons for Dropping AKB0048 and Thoughts about Eastern Asian Idols (Updated)

June 11, 2012 by chikorita157 4 Comments

From the look of things, the reasons I dropped AKB0048 didn’t satisfy some people since I was full of rage after watching the second episode. After taking some time to let it settle in, I would like to share some thoughts on why I dropped it and my thoughts about the idol craze in East Asia that is going on in the past few years. (Image Source)

Note: Added additional thoughts regarding Idol Production Companies taking full control of the girls’ lives. (Originally published May 19, 2012)

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Tagged With: analysis, idol culture, music industry, opinion, rant

Spring 2012 – Midseason Impressions

May 21, 2012 by chikorita157 Leave a Comment

In memory of Shirley (and all the other women Urobuchi killed off)

It seems like the whole spring season is going by so quickly. Since we are at the halfway point, I may as well share my impressions of all the Spring Anime I’m watching so far. (Image Source)
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