Lupin III, the Pop Culture Icon Created by Monkey Punch / Pen ペン In 1905, Maurice Leblanc invented the character of Arsène Lupin, a gentleman burglar who operates on the wrong side of the law but who steals from individuals … Continue reading
God is in the Wired in ‘Serial Experiments Lain’ Widespread Internet use was still in its early stages in 1998. But Serial Experiments Lain, a single anime series running that year on late-night TV, introduced an extraordinary depiction of all … Continue reading
I had a really emotional time watching Paprika earlier this year. Satoshi Kon, the film’s genius director passed away in August, so watching this film shortly after was a bittersweet experience. It’s wonderful movie, but knowing that we’d never again … Continue reading
I’m saddened by the passing of genius Japanese director Satoshi Kon. This introduction to my review of Paprika should give some hint as to what I thought of his work: I hope the trajectory of Satoshi Kon’s career continues on … Continue reading
I’m pretty sure this list is from 1998. The original list was hand written by me in an old notebook I kept. There are plenty of films from 1997 and 1998 and no films from 1999 on the list, so … Continue reading
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