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The Magical Realism of Makoto Shinkai

The acclaimed director's latest feature stands out as a delightful modern-day fable. Read More

Watchmen Explained: What is the Peteypedia?

A look at the supplementary material for HBO's hit series. Read More

Star Wars: The Force and Taoism

The Force is about balance. Read More

Why Marvel Heroes Always Fight Villains with the Same Powers

Duality is an important element to story structure. Read More

What Today’s Sci-Fi Should Learn from ‘Flash Gordon’

He'll save every one of us. Read More

‘Promare’ Review: Anime With A Burning Soul

The only thing cooler than firefighters is firefighters in mechas. Read More

‘Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann’ and Taking Up the ‘Evangelion’ Torch

Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann makes an interesting contrast with the oh-so-famous Evangelion. Read More

X-Men’s Cinema of Compromise

2000's first hero hit kept it's distance from the comics. Read More