"Cowboy Bebop" merges an irresistible sense of style with nuanced characters and smooth animation to create one of anime's very best offerings.
Meticulously animated and thematically engrossing, 'Akira' is a complex, riveting and relentless sci-fi epic that rightfully earned its legacy as a landmark in animation.
"Psycho-Pass: The Movie" is a solid return to form, even if it ultimately doesn't shake up the central narrative in a noticeable way.
The 2014 Anime series "Psycho-Pass 2" is not without its moments of brilliance, but a condensed, undercooked story and horrid characterization for the main characters make this season a pale shadow of its acclaimed predecessor, with very little value on its own. Here's my review with spoilers.
"Attack on Titan" Season 3 gloriously delivers on all fronts, with an intriguing story that plays itself out fantastically and never forgets its characters' humanity, and a vivid presentation of frenetic action and somber beauty that puts most of its peers to shame.
Fun and charming, "SAO Alternative: Gun Gale Online" is an addicting spin-off of the decisive "Sword Art Online" series.
It stumbles out of the gate and doesn't quite make the landing, but "SSSS.Gridman's" ability to balance campy action and touching character drama make it a worthwhile watch nonetheless.
The 2012 anime series "Psycho-Pass" is a stylish and intelligent crime thriller like nothing else. Here's my review.
Bright, quirky and charming, "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" is an addicting and rewarding anime series from 2018 that always delivers on its fun characters and meticulous world-building, even if its story lacks some actual weight.
"Kaguya-Sama" (2019) uses creative animation and quirky, affable personalities to deliver an effective and satisfying comedy.
Slick, absorbing and intelligent, "The Promised Neverland" is an excellent thriller from 2019.
Ambitious and passionate to a tragic fault, Hand Shakers is the unfortunate end result of an experimental series brought down by its lackluster story and disastrous presentation.
With its charming KyoAni aesthetics and heartwarming characters, "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid" is a mostly entertaining slice-of-life series.
With sharp visuals and an emotionally intense story, "Sword Art Online: Ordinal Scale" is a great example of a series determined to constantly improve itself.
"Sword Art Online II" is held back by familiar problems in both its writing and execution, but the high-flying action and focus on strong characterization nudge the franchise towards the right direction.
Here's my review of "Sword Art Online," a polarizing anime with as many detractors as fans.
Fun, hyperactive and boasting eye-popping animation, Little Witch Academia may not tell the smartest story around, but its endless supply of imagination, sense of adventure and attaching characters are almost peerless in the medium.
Exploding with colorful characters, superb comedic sense and a surprising amount of emotional depth, 'Zombie Land Saga' is a joyous and loving parody of the idol genre that anyone can get into, and it fully deserves its status as the most popular anime of 2018.
A highly popular and controversial anime series, "Goblin Slayer" offers a thrilling fantasy ride with its phenomenal protagonist and his lovable party members, although it could definitely use some more flair and passion for its overall presentation.
Underneath its lackluster visuals, Bokurano hides a powerful narrative that cements itself as a classic of anime.
Persona 4: The Animation is surprisingly competent and entertaining in its execution, thanks to its affable characters and a high dose of fun. But at times it isn't hard to see that it struggles to cover up its video game heritage.
"Bungo Stray Dogs: Dead Apple" is an action-packed adventure that's nevertheless a bit over-complex. Here's my review of this film.
A visual marvel armed with an enthralling and addicting narrative, 'Unlimited Blade Works' is a unique and engaging series that makes its source material and prequel proud, even if some of its story and character bits aren't as polished as its production values.
Elegant, sophisticated, and mature, 'Fate/Zero' masterfully builds upon 'Fate/stay Night's' concept with an intelligent script and spectacular visuals in ways that far surpass its predecessor and allow it to reign as a modern classic of fantasy anime.
"Fate/Stay Night" is a fascinating series held back by numerous directional and production-related faults, but thanks to its unique and ambitious concept and gorgeous score, it maintains itself as a great introduction to the "Fate" franchise.
Slow beginning aside, "Violet Evergarden" is a modern classic that takes emotionally profound stories and human characters before wrapping them in an unforgettable series powered by jaw-dropping visuals and a haunting soundtrack.
Three seasons in and "My Hero Academia" remains one of the most engaging and entertaining shounen anime in recent years.
Bold and unashamed of its vibrant violence and sexuality, "Devilman Crybaby" is not for everyone, but those who choose to check it out will experience a surprisingly complex and thoughtful work with wild aesthetics and merciless execution.
Re:Zero is an intriguing and captivating series that utilizes its time altering element to a great effect, though its main narrative definitely needs some clarity and direction if it wants to be more than mere entertainment.
It has some minor issues, but "Nekomonogatari" is a wonderfully-written prequel to the "Monogatari" series.
"Nisemonogatari" gathers the lovable characters, witty script, and vibrant visuals of "Bakemonogatari” with several new, welcome additions, but this season is not as brilliant as its predecessor. Here’s my review.
The 2009 anime series "Bakemonogatari" excels at unique, colorful visuals and compelling characters, alongside a high-caliber script.
"Darling in the Franxx" (2018) is a collaboration between Studio Trigger, A-1 Pictures, and CloverWorks and features genuinely likable protagonists and awesome battle sequences.
The second season of "KonoSuba" doesn't shake up its formula much, but it provides a hilariously entertaining second round.
While it lacks a hefty budget and is disappointingly short, "KonoSuba" is a gleefully silly yet endearing parody on Isekai anime with its lively characters and hilarious scenarios. Here's my review.
'Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress' starts off promising enough and is aided by top-notch production values, but its characters are hollowed and its plot quickly devolves into a messy, compressed and uninspired story.
The second season of "Attack on Titan" delivers an enthralling story and a slew of well-written characters.
Not to be undone by its sheer popularity and hype, 'Attack on Titan' is an addicting anime that packs a dark, engrossing story and jaw-dropping action sequences, though it doesn't always keep a consistent level of quality.
Visually groundbreaking and narratively immersive, 'Land of the Lustrous' is a unique and lavish anime with a charming lead and masterful storytelling that raises the bar significantly for CGI animation.
Its questionable direction and sudden tone swings can be jarring and frustrating, but 'Bungo Stray Dogs' benefits strongly from colorful characters and sheer entertainment value.
Here's my review of "Made in Abyss" (2017). Beneath its innocent appearance, "Made in Abyss" hides a progressively bittersweet story, tangled in a rich and unforgivable setting and powered by beautiful music and visuals.
Intriguing themes, rich characterization and high production values help make My Hero Academia S2 into one of the most effective and well-executed shounen series in a while.
Though it is merely a prelude to a much larger story, My Hero Academia's first season makes for a solid debut, with relatable leads, frenetic action, and a big heart.