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Golden Time (2013-2014)
Episodes: 24 Genre: Animation, Romance, Comedy and Drama Positives: Strong character development and chemistry Banri and Kaga are the only ones that are I like when they are together because they are actually characters. It's adorable, but also really deep. Kaga and Nana Hayashida are the best characters in the entire series Impressive emotional tone quality I like how Mitsuo is funny Characters facial expressions were amazing Negatives: Man, does romance conflict hurt me
Braden Hall
3 days ago1 min read
A Silent Voice (2012)
TV-14 Runtime: 2 hours and 10 minutes Genre: Animation, Anime and Drama Director: Naoko Yamada Writer: Reiko Yoshida Box Office: $30,819,442 Positives: Perfect animation Understanding the visual perspective Impressive storytelling about japanese sign language, friendship, mental health and accountability Very high stakes from scenes that are intriguing to the plot Unique dialogue Engagement sequences between character arcs and dynamics Emotional character developmen
Braden Hall
4 days ago1 min read
Buddy Daddies (2023)
Episodes: 12 Genre: Animation, Crime, Comedy and Action Positive: Very likeable and wholesome characters, but mostly Miri Unasaka is the best actual kid character. Both Miri and the dads are loveable together Funny and entertaining moments Cute high quality animation Mixed: Intriguing action sequences, but too gory Negative: A bit annoying at a few episodes Some background characters seem to be bland Genre mixing seems to be a little confusing with gory and makes it harde
Braden Hall
Oct 121 min read
Akiba Maid War (2022)
Episodes: 12 Genre: Animation, Crime, Drama, Comedy and Action Positive: Animation with the character facial expressions and emotional impacts are not bad Decent colors and brightness I do like the characters dynamics in a few episodes with Nagomi and Ranko Negative: Some major characters die during the show makes me angry so much Too violent to watch, since it is all add up to a girl yakuza series Skippable moments that are not worthy to watch. Insufferable Major pacing
Braden Hall
Oct 81 min read
Cosmic Princess Kaguya (2026)
Runtime: 2 hours and 22 minutes Genre: Animation, Adventure, Sci-Fi and Comedy Box Office: $20,227,966 Positive: Good structure Charm and enthusiasm is there Heartwarming and silly moments Unique action fights Impressive animation The real life scenes are entertaining to watch Mixed: Not really a big fan of streaming as a whole, but somewhat a big fan of recording and educating Negative: Some minor music issues with key change Why would some of the songs be stopped when
Braden Hall
Oct 51 min read
RWBY Volumes 1-9
Production: Rooster Teeth Creators: Monty Oum, Kerry Shawcross and Miles Luna Volume 1: July 18, 2013 Volume 2: July 24, 2014 Volume 3: December 29, 2015 – February 13, 2016 Volume 4: October 22, 2016 – February 4, 2017 Volume 5: August 5, 2017 – January 20, 2018 Volume 6: October 27, 2018 – February 9, 2019 Volume 7: November 2, 2019 – February 1, 2020 Volume 8: February 6, 2021 – March 27, 2021 Volume 9: February 18, 2023 – April 22, 2023 Positives: The only volumes that do
Braden Hall
Sep 232 min read
One Piece: Z (2014) [English Version]
NR Runtime: 1 hour and 48 minutes ADR Director: Joel McDonald Writer: Clint Bickham Actors: Colleen Clinkenbeard, Christopher Sabat, Luci Christian, Sonny Stait, Brina Palencia, Eric Vale, Stephanie Young, Ian Sinclair, Patrick Seitz and Mike McFarland Box office: $74,223,861 Positives: Lovable sound design Impressive and likeable characters Cool action sequences Unique costumes Great actor choices Better climax Negatives: Tropes that were not needed Too much information Weir
Braden Hall
Sep 111 min read
One Piece The Desert Princess and the Pirates: Adventures in Alabasta (2008) [English Version]
Rated PG-13 for violence and some sexual content Runtime: 1 hour and 31 minutes ADR Director: Caitlin Glass and Zach Bolton Writer: Eric Vale Actors: Colleen Clinkenbeard, Christopher Sabat, Luci Christian, Sonny Stait, Brina Palencia, Eric Vale, Caitlin Glass, Mike McFarland, Leah Clark, Kyle Hebert and Stephanie Young Box office: $7,090,891 Positives: Intense action pack scenes Unique emotional impact Very likeable characters Interesting character's move Most of the shots l
Braden Hall
Sep 101 min read
Your Name (2016)
Rated PG for Smoking, Brief Language, Suggestive Content and Thematic Elements Runtime: 1 hour and 47 minutes Genre: Anime, Animation and Fantasy Director: Makoto Shinkai Writer: Makoto Shinkai Box Office: $405,631,820 Feedback: Mind blowing, emotional and fantastic film to watch! Positives: Very high dramatic and high stake elements Engaging artwork Amazing animation style Brilliant background, locations and color correction Great sound design Intriguing characters and chemi
Braden Hall
Aug 141 min read
Only Yesterday (1991)
Rated PG for thematic elements, some rude behavior and smoking Runtime: 1 hour and 58 minutes Genre: Animation, Anime and Drama Director: Isao Takahata Writer: Isao Takahata Positives: Really fantastic family dynamics, including other characters Fabulous performance Brilliant animation Interesting concept Impressive writing Really good climax Spectacular shot and editing progress Negative: Slow pacing, but not awful Minor story logic issues Overall Verdict: Story/Genr
Braden Hall
Aug 91 min read
Ponyo (2008)
Rated G Genre: Animation, Kids and Family, Fantasy, Comedy and Drama Runtime: 1 hour and 31 min Budget: $34 million Box office: $206,559,833 Positives: Brilliant artwork Excellent concept Impressive genre Intriguing acting Negatives: lack of focus Pacing issues Confusing resolutions Overall Verdict: Story/Genre 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (8.5) Characters/Dialogue 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (8) Animation/Colors 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (9) Pacing/Timing 0 1 2 3 4 5 (5) Background/Sets 0
Braden Hall
Jun 171 min read
Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era (2026)
Runtime: 1 hour and 48 minutes Genre: Animated, Comedy, Drama and Sport Feedback: This is the first Umamusume to watch this year and this is a good movie to start with the end of February. But I still need more expansion on characters to care about and let the pacing the slow down for these scenes. They are rushing from left to right. I'll also think that the budget isn't as big, but the production value for the animation and sound design is really amazing. The scenery is
Braden Hall
Feb 281 min read
Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise (2025)
Runtime: 2 hours and 2 minutes Genre: Animated, Comedy, Horror, Fantasy and Music Feedback: I haven't seen the actual animated tv series and this is my first time seeing the film, based on the series. The movie does have energy and enthusiasm of a popstar idol film. I did laugh at a few parts and the characters are interesting. However, the pacing and dialogue is a little weak. Positives: I did find most of the characters that are enjoyable and fun, when they have a good
Braden Hall
Jan 202 min read
My Hero Academia: You're Next (2024)
Rated PG-13 for violence and bloody images Runtime: 1 hour and 55 minutes Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy and Sci-Fi Director: Kenji Nagasaki Writer: Yosuke Kuroda Actors: Justin Briner, Clifford Chapin, David Matranga, Luci Christian, J. Michael Tatum, Colleen Clinkenbeard, Justin Cook, Monica Rial, Brina Palencia, Kyle Phillips, Trina Nishimura, Caitlin Glass, Josh Grelle, Ian Sinclair, Mike McFarland, Christopher Bevins, Felecia Angell
Braden Hall
Oct 19, 20251 min read
Spy X Family Code: White (2024)
Rated PG-13 for some violence, language and smoking Runtime: 1 hour and 55 minutes Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Comedy,...
Braden Hall
Feb 12, 20251 min read
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019)
Rated PG-13 for violence and language Runtime: 1 hour and 44 minutes Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy and Sci-Fi Director: Kenji Nagasaki Writer: Yosuke Kuroda Actors: Justin Briner, Clifford Chapin, Johnny Yong Bosch, David Matranga, Luci Christian, J. Michael Tatum, Colleen Clinkenbeard, Justin Cook, Monica Rial, Brina Palencia, Kyle Phillips, Trina Nishimura, Caitlin Glass, Josh Grelle, Ian Sinclair, Joel McDonald, Mike McFarland, Chris
Braden Hall
Jan 23, 20252 min read
Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Freedom (2024)
Rated PG-13 for Sci-Fi Action Violence and Brief Language Runtime: 2 hours and 6 minutes Genre: Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi and Romance...
Braden Hall
Dec 7, 20242 min read
Detective Conan: The Million Dollar Pentagram (2024)
Rated PG-13 for Action Violence, Bloody Images and Brief Language Runtime: 1 hour and 40 minutes Genre: Animation, Mystery ...
Braden Hall
Dec 7, 20241 min read
Spirited Away (2001)
Rated PG for some scary images Runtime: 2 hours and 5 minutes Genre: Animation, Adventure, Drama, Kids and Family, Fantasy and Mystery Director: Hayao Miyazaki Writer: Hayao Miyazaki Budget: $19,000,000 Box Office: $357,287,850 Feedback: I thought this was an incredible film to watch. This is the very first studio ghibli film that I have ever watched. Everything else looks beautiful and energetic, yet perfect enough to make. Very incredible and emotional character
Braden Hall
Jan 25, 20241 min read
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