Netflix has renewed the Japanese dystopian survival television show ‘Alice In Borderland’ for a third season. Launched in 2020, the TV series is based on a manga from Haro Aso.
The streaming service explained in a PR statement, “Get ready for another heart-pounding journey into the twisted world of survival as Netflix officially confirms the much-awaited renewal of its global smash hit series, Alice in Borderland.”
“With Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya reprising their roles as Arisu and Usagi in Season 3, fans can look forward to witnessing the evolution of their characters in the ever-dangerous landscape of Borderland. Shinsuke Sato’s continued direction will also ensure that the series maintains its trademark intensity and cinematic excellence,” they continued.
Netflix said, “Based on the manga series of the same name by Haro Aso, Alice in Borderland follows the story of Arisu after he is transported to a parallel universe in which he has to play and win games to remain alive. The games are divided into four categories represented by suits on a deck of playing cards.”
The show is directed by Shinsuke Sato who also serves as a co-writer with Yoshiki Watabe and Yasuko Kuramitsu. Kaata Sakamoto is on board as an executive producer and Yutaka Yamada composing the music.
Netflix added, “For now, the Joker card has appeared, declaring the triumphant return of Alice in Borderland. Fans can expect nothing short of an adrenaline-fueled rollercoaster ride as the series continues to explore profound themes of humanity, sacrifice, and the pursuit of a meaningful existence.”
The manga was published by the Japanese publisher Shogakukan for their ‘Shōnen Sunday S’ magazine. Its original run was from November 25, 2010, to March 2, 2016, but it was re-released in the ‘Weekly Shōnen Sunday’ magazine. Viz Media publishes an English version in the United States.
If you look back at when the COVID-19 pandemic happened, you’ll remember how awkward and dull it was for everyone. Because people were stuck at home trying to remain safe from the ongoing health crisis, there was a lot of time to waste on various things. For some, it was an opportunity to try something new and pick up new skills. But for others, it was a wild time on the internet for one reason or another. It was in this timeframe that the crazy GameStop short squeeze took the news by storm, causing a lot of headaches for people in Wall Street and tons of memes to pop up online. This is the story that Dumb Money covers, using the real events that took place as a basis to look back and laugh at how crazy things got during the pandemic.
Dumb Money follows what happened when GameStop stock rose to astronomical heights after people on the subreddit r/wallstreetbets triggered a short squeeze. Groups of people began aggressively buying stock through the application Robinhood. Things started after a man named Keith Gill, known online as Roaring Kitty purchased a large amount of GameStop stock and discussed it on videos for YouTube. While large hedge fund investment firms were short-selling the stock, people began buying into GameStop shares, causing the prices of it to rise very fast and costing the firms millions of dollars. The financial consequences get national attention and draw the ire of the United States House Committee, which puts Keith in the middle of a massive struggle between the large companies of Wall Street and the common person trying to get by.
What Dumb Money tries to point out is how careless many of the large entities that thrive in places like Wall Street often forget that the general public can get one over on them. Much of the reason why the GameStop short squeeze caused so much panic among the hedge fund investment firms was how devastating the consequences were in such a short timeframe. Like what Keith says in the movie, and what the real Keith stated to congress in real life, was that anyone with a passing knowledge of investment banking would do the same thing. And how it’s all fair game, not just fair for the large firms with an easier time. It’s a very straightforward “little guy vs. big companies” type of story that actually played out in real life.
While the movie does take a lot of liberties with how exaggerated some things are portrayed, it’s still pretty faithful to the real events that happened. There’s a goofy humorous tone to the whole movie, which works out well with how absurd everything gets. The movie never becomes cartoonish, but definitely leans on how ridiculous some of these events and the reactions from everyone really were. Some scenes feature real social media posts that were shared during the time, which is a nice touch that can let everyone reflect on what it was like back then during the pandemic.
There are a surprising number of stars in Dumb Money. Paul Dano plays Keith Gill with Pete Davidson as his brother Kevin Gill. The two of them have some genuinely funny moments, some of which a juxtaposed with events that put Keith in a very tough spot during the craziness. Other characters that appear are mostly affected by Keith’s videos online, never fully interacting with him directly. For some, this will work in seeing the outward consequences of Keith’s videos, but not everyone will find them interesting.
Seth Rogan plays Gabe Plotkin, the founder of Melvin Captial Management who shuts down his firm after the GameStop incident. He doesn’t do much in the film but is able to show the attitude that some on Wall Street had towards GameStop before the short squeeze. Their outlook on everything quickly changes when the GameStop situation has major consequences for him, right up to the subpoena from Congress. America Ferrera plays a nurse who watches Keith’s videos online, following his tips and buying into GameStop stock. She’s probably the only person in the film who loses money and doesn’t come out rich, unlike everyone else who buys in.
Anthony Ramos is a GameStop employee who struggles at his job and gets into the stock with hopes of getting a better life. And finally, Talia Ryder and Myha’la Herrold are a college couple who are fans of Keith’s videos and buy into GameStop stock. Their story is probably the weakest of the bunch, which feels like it can be cut out entirely and not much will be different with the film.
Each of the side stories feels as if the movie can get sidetracked at times, despite showing the various consequences of how the GameStop short squeeze affected different people. The statements that Keith and the Robinhood co-founders to the United States House Committee on Financial Services are the most significant outcome of the entire situation. Those scenes use actual footage from those meetings stitched together with those of the actors, with the epilogue of the film showing the actual video of their statements.
As a whole, Dumb Money is a decent film that snapshots a lot of the awkward and weird vibe that lingered during the pandemic. The real-life events that the movie is based on happened only a short time ago, so it may be a little weird to watch for some people who were tuned into what was going on. The very end of the film shows the epilogue for what happened to every character, with some ending up in a better place than others. There’s definitely a message in here about how you should never count the little guy out, but it might get lost in the shuffle for some. You won’t lose anything by watching Dumb Money, but you may not miss out on much if you decide to skip it.
What do you think of Dumb Money and the story it tells? Were you paying attention to some of the news during the GameStop short squeeze and r/wallstreetbets? Tell us your thoughts about everything down below in the comment section!
The debate surrounding technology like AI and its application has been ongoing for a long time. Some people feel it’s a tool to be used in service to make the lives of everyone easier, while others fear it can be turned into an instrument of great harm and poor morality. There have been a variety of films that tackle the discussion, taking many points of view for and against A.I. and how it applies to human beings. The Creator is similar in its approach to presenting the dilemma but does so on a grand scale with a bit more nuance to both sides. What results is an epic story that hits on an emotional level, without passing any harsh judgment on either part of the great debate.
The story of The Creator is broken into a few sections, jumping back and forth between different points of time. After advancements in AI really take off, a massive tragedy decimates Los Angeles and causes a split in the world between those who favor the use of robotics, and those who don’t. A man named Joshua Taylor is tasked with finding and killing an A.I. architect named Nirmata but suffers a massive loss after his undercover mission goes awry. Years later, Joshua is given a chance to find a weapon that Nirmata was working on but discovers it to be a robotic girl with amazing powers of technology. As the two of them go on the run, Joshua faces a deep struggle with reconnecting with what he lost and helping to win the war against the A.I. that is believed to have been so destructive. But none of what Joshua was lead to believe is what it seems at all, leading to a personal and global crisis for everyone.
The Creator can get very deep with how it presents the arguments for and against the use of AI by humans. In many scenes, it does a great job showing how well humans and robots live in harmony and how far the technology has grown. There are robots who live like humans, raising families and mourning their dead as any normal person would.
And yet on the other side, there are spots where it’s discussed how much people have lost because of the misuse of A.I. technology. It’s not a simple “this is right and this is wrong” observation of the issue, but rather a complex and layered philosophical debate with real consequences on both sides. The movie does a beautiful job of exploring how complex all of it can really get, both through its action and calmer moments, as well as some twists that may be shocking to some.
John David Washington does a fantastic job as Joshua, going through a wide range of emotions throughout the film. There are some truly heartbreaking scenes with the situations that Joshua finds himself in, most of the time not by his own fault. And yet in the faster or more triumphant moments, Joshua really stands out as a decent and overall good person.
When he finally meets up with the child, whom he eventually names Alphie, that’s when the movie gets really good. Madeline Yuna Voyles has a great presence as the young robot savior, both as an innocent child and possible weapon. Despite not saying a word, you can feel the naiveté and good heart that she has inside, even in the darker moments of the story. Nearly every scene that she and Joshua share on-screen is definitely a highlight of the movie.
There are many other characters throughout the story, with some being more around than others. The majority of them tend to show the more extreme stances on the A.I. debate, whether they are human or robot. It’s not always one side or the other that is capable of the most horrific actions, which really plays with how some viewers will stand on the issue as the story goes on. Ken Watanabe plays the robot named Harun that acts like a brother-in-arms to Joshua, who has some pretty major scenes that will stick with you to the end.
Another standout in the cast is Allison Janney as Colonel Howell. She has a major prejudice against robots because of the loss of her two sons, showing that the deep hatred for AI isn’t always because of the technology existing. You really empathize with her reasoning for being so harshly against the robots on the other side of the conflict, even though she’s willing to cross lines that others will not. On the surface it’s a very cold character that seems irredeemable, but beneath is someone who was truly hurt by the technology taking away so much.
The visual effects and the action in The Creator are very well done. There are some breathtaking wide-view shots that really set up how this world has become intertwined with technology. At the same time, the battles between robots and human squads look tense and chaotic, with terrifying vehicles towering over ground units and decimating them with powerful weapons. A really neat visual is the targeting system of some vehicles that pinpoint their attacks, which exudes a strong sense of dread and urgency on both sides. The same can be said with the giant station that looms over locations, targeting areas with giant laser lights before launching missiles directly to the ground. It simply looks awesome.
If you want a thought-provoking sci-fi movie that still has a strong sense of action, you’ll definitely want to see The Creator when you can. It has the intelligence of something like Blade Runner or 2001: A Space Odyssey, but the sense of action from the Star Wars and Avatar films. The debate about A.I. technology won’t be over anytime soon, but this movie will definitely want to explore more sides of it.
What do you think of The Creator? Will you be checking it out anytime soon? What are your thoughts about A.I. technology and robotics? Share your perspective about everything down below in the comment section!
It was only a matter of time. The FTC has officially started legal action against Amazon, labeling the massive online retailer a monopoly.
The Federal Trade Commission is not the only one attempting to take Amazon to task. Seventeen state attorneys general joined in to sue the company.
Jeff Bezos’s business is accused of taking actions that “allow it to stop rivals and sellers from lowering prices, degrade quality for shoppers, overcharge sellers, stifle innovation, and prevent rivals from fairly competing against Amazon.”
The complaint attempts to make the case that the online retail space was once the great wide open “bursting with possibility.” This was true … until the Dot Com bubble popped. However, what does Amazon do in its day-to-day business that makes it more of a monopoly than other companies operating in this space?
The FTC alleges several violations. There are around forty points, but some of the more damning ones include:
Drastically rising fees are charged to sellers. Thus limiting profitability potential for the sellers because the smaller businesses have nowhere else to go.
Anti-discounting tactics are being used to limit the competitiveness of rival retailers.
It forces sellers into exclusivity deals, which keeps them from selling goods elsewhere.
The lawsuit also alleges that Amazon’s mysterious Project Nessie has “already extracted over[REDACTED]from American Households.
What the hell is Project Nessie?! Last I heard, it was a tool for tracking customer trends on Amazon’s website, but this sounds a bit more ominous.
In the complaint outlining Amazon’s various salacious actions, multiple heavily redacted sections may be related to Project Nessie:
Source: FTC
It will be interesting to see what becomes of this.
So, who all are taking a stand against Amazon? Here’s the list of the state attorneys general acting as plaintiffs:
The Castlevania Netflix anime series became very popular because of its gorgeous animation and mature handling of the franchise that inspired it. The first seasons of the show gave a new look into a classic video game franchise that was one of the cornerstones of action games, with a deep rich lore that fans loved to follow. And while this spinoff continues the Belmont legacy, it doesn’t manage to hit the same high points. Castlevania Nocturne still looks and sounds great overall, but its story is less impactful than its predecessor managed to be. But things only seem to be getting started with this new story, for better or worse.
Castlevania Nocturne takes place hundreds of years after the events of the previous season. The Belmont legacy has continued on with Richter Belmont being the next in line to uphold the family name. He hunts down vampires and other monsters with his sister-like companion Maria Renard in France, while the cloud of the French revolution looms over people who live there. Dark things begin to happen as more vampires gather within the area heralding the arrival of their savior, a vampire woman who fancies herself as a god. Teaming up with some unlikely allies, Richter and Maria must stop the growing threat before it unleashes the apocalypse on mankind.
The first season of Castlevania Nocturne has a lot of focus on the many side characters and their stories, despite Richter Belmont being the main selling point of the series. While Richter does have an impact on the overall plot, it feels like much of the time spent in each episode is used to flesh out every other character around him. And while in some cases this works well, in others it feels like wasting a lot of time drifting off on tangents instead of further developing the main plot. Characters like Maria are good to have subplots in progress parallel to Richter’s story, but there are many others that the series tries to give the same treatment. And in the end, it feels crowded.
Much of this is further hammered down by some of the creative decisions made for various characters from the original source material. Castlevania Nocturne takes a lot of inspiration from Castlevania: Rondo of Blood and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, as well as a few other spinoff games. But the majority of things it pulls from them are changed significantly or lightly mentioned.
Certain characters from Rondo of Blood and other games are heavily changed to something completely different from their video game counterparts, to the point that they feel like entirely new characters instead of who they are supposed to be. Another big difference is how Dracula is hardly mentioned in the season at all, which seems like a weird choice for a Castlevania-related story. Even in the games where Dracula isn’t the main antagonist, his presence and relevance are still felt throughout since it’s the struggle between Dracula and the Belmonts that make up the core of the Castlevania series.
All that being said, the animation and sound design of the show is still fantastic with its presentation. The battles that happen look awesome, with a lot of great action shots for each character that engages in battle. Both the heroes and villains we meet get multiple moments to showcase their powers and look spectacular in motion, even in the most gruesome sense. There are a lot of nods to the powers and attacks that some characters have in the games, and they look really good when given the anime treatment.
If you’re a big fan of the Castlevania games, you’ll be able to point out specific attacks you may be very familiar with. There are even a few music tracks that are remixes of classic tracks from Rondo of Blood that sound amazing, even though you only hear them for a very brief time. Both the original Castlevania series and Castlevania Nocturne could definitely benefit greatly from having more classic tracks from the games reimagined for the series.
Unfortunately, this season is only eight episodes and ends on a pretty big cliffhanger. While many Castlevania fans will be excited about who shows up and what will come next, the ending of the final episode of the season isn’t a great bookend. It almost feels like Castlevania Nocturne ends right at the point when it’s about to fully embrace its inspiration and kick into high gear.
It would’ve been so much better to get to the point where the season ends much earlier and spend more time with the characters in their element as they match up more to how they are in the games. The stakes are definitely high by the time the season finale ends, but it’s a shame there wasn’t another episode or two to give a stronger sense of a conclusion before setting up for what is next.
Castlevania Nocturne definitely gives fans more of the best aspects of the original anime series, but with a new cast and story to follow. Although the story isn’t paced as well as the previous one, the animation in Nocturne is still enough of a spectacle for everyone to check out and enjoy. It will be interesting to see if the next season of the show brings more faithful elements from the games, especially Symphony of the Night, to round off the story it’s trying to tell. It might allow the series to end off completely on a better note than what the first season does. If you’re a big fan of the franchise, then you’ll still have something to really love in here despite the few setbacks.
What do you think of Castlevania Nocturne? Are you a big fan of the games? Who is your favorite Castlevania character? Talk about everything related down below in the comment section!
The remake of Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic has been highly anticipated by many fans. The game was originally being worked on by Aspyr Media following their work porting over multiple Star Wars games. Unfortunately, after the announcement trailer appeared on PlayStation’s State of Play, the project fell into trouble. Multiple people left Aspyr Media and it was said the project was confirmed to have been moved over to Saber Interactive. But now a small change has a lot of people worried about the state of the KOTOR remake. Many Star Wars fans have a bad feeling about this.
As reported by multiple outlets, the official trailer for Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic remake was made private on the official PlayStation YouTube channel. This comes after multiple people online started to notice that they couldn’t view the trailer on the channel. Luckily, the official article posted on the PlayStation blog about KOTOR Remake is still live, but you can notice that the trailer for the game is greyed out and says it was made private.
I can confirm tweets about it from the Playstation Account were deleted and recently.
At the same time, tweets made about the KOTOR Remake from the official PlayStation Twitter account were removed as well. This caused people to start asking many questions and get worried about the possibility of the game being officially canceled. While there’s been no official announcement or statement about the status of Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake, reports as early as last year from an Embracer Group conference call hinted that the game was still in development. That could have changed because Embracer Group is undergoing a restructuring with many of the studios it owns. With it, some studios are laying off multiple employees and shutting down studios in some cases.
For many, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic is one of the best Star Wars games ever made. Set over 4,000 years before the events of the movies, the game and its sequel told a story about the Old Republic and the war between the Jedi and Sith. The announcement of the KOTOR Remake was very positive among Star Wars fans and those who love role-playing games. The announcement trailer didn’t show much of the game but was enough for fans to get incredibly excited to know the game was in development.
Since everyone began noticing the trailer being made private, no statement has come from Embracer Group or Saber Interactive about it. PlayStation has also not commented on the matter as well. On the surface, things aren’t looking too good for Star Wars fans who wanted to see this KOTOR Remake become a reality. While there are those holding on to some shred of hope about it, everyone may have to prepare for the worst news to come soon.
Do you think that Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake was canceled? If not, why do you feel PlayStation made the trailer private? Should another studio pick up development for the game? Tell us your thoughts about everything down below in the comments!
HiDive has announced a slate of anime releases that will debut around the same time as their premier in Japan. Dark fantasies, horror, and isekai are all arriving on the streaming service for fans to enjoy.
RAGNA CRIMSON (September 30th)
Dragons reign terror over the earth, sea and sky. If sworn dragon hunters like Ragna are to have any hope of dealing death to these seemingly invincible, fire-breathing beasts, they must find a way to level the odds. Ragna teams up with a mysterious man named Crimson who has likewise sworn to stand against the dragons menacing the world. But although Crimson’s motivations may be mysterious, his goal and Ragna’s perfectly align, and together they’ll fight to vanquish the dragons once and for all.
DARK GATHERING Cour 2 (October 1st)
A horrific encounter with a restless spirit traumatized Keitaro Gentoga to the point of becoming a shut-in to avoid further disasters. But no man is a haunted island, and he eventually rejoins society by taking a part-time job tutoring the child prodigy Yayoi Houzuki. Yayoi isn’t just a genius, though. She’s a gifted medium hell-bent on finding the malevolent spirit behind her mother’s vanishing. And she’s gravely determined to drag Keitaro into her terrifying and grotesque supernatural world.
THE DEMON SWORD MASTER OF EXACALIBUR ACADEMY (October 2nd)
One thousand years ago, Leonis Death Magnus, undead sorcerer and the greatest of the Dark Lords, entered magical stasis during a climactic battle. When he awakens, he finds a beautiful silver-haired young woman named Riselia standing before him. More shockingly, Leonis has been transformed into a ten-year-old boy! Now he’ll have to adapt to this strange era and deal with the twisted monsters called Voids—all while keeping his true powers a secret from his lovely new guardian.
HELCK Cour 2 (October 3rd)
After suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of humanity, the demon kingdom is looking for a new king, and a human named Helck is about to win the tournament to decide their leader! But his campaign slogan is “Destroy all humans,” which seems a little… odd. Why would a human want to kill all humans? What secrets is he hiding? A world-shaking plot is afoot, and human hero Helck may just be the demons’ last hope…
THE EMINENCE IN SHADOW Season 2 (October 4th)
Everything has been going according to plan, but the hour of awakening draws near. Cid Kagenou and Shadow Garden investigate the Lawless City, a cesspool where the red moon hangs low in the sky and three powerful monarchs rule the streets. The true draw for Cid, however, is one who can draw blood–the Blood Queen, a vampire who has slumbered in her coffin for eons. Her awakening approaches, and Cid could finally face a day of reckoning.
THE VEXATIONS OF A SHUT-IN VAMPIRE PRINCESS (October 7th)
Three years into her life as a shut-in, vampire Terakomari Gandesblood (Komari for short), awakens to find she’s been appointed as a Commander in the Mulnite Imperial Army! The thing is, her new unit consists solely of belligerent ruffians who revolt against their superiors at the slightest hint of weakness. Although Komari hails from a line of vampires as powerful as they are prestigious, her refusal to drink blood has made her the picture of mediocrity—scrawny, un-coordinated, and inept at magic. With the odds stacked against her, will the help of her trusty (and slightly infatuated) maid Vill be enough for this recluse to blunder her way to success? Or will Komari rue the day she ever left the safety of her room?
Yes! Dark Horse’s ultra-violent anti-hero is joining Mezco‘s One:12 Collective! The Mask is coming!
The 6″ tall figure will feature loads of weapons, bombs, multiple portraits, and a striking blue suit. Aside from The Shadow, The Mask was one of those few instant purchases for me. The Mask is $112 and will arrive between June and August 2024.
The Mask, along with the Star Wars: Dark Empire comics, were my introduction to the grim comic books published by Dark Horse. Doug Mahnke and John Arcudi created the green-faced madman. Several characters donning the enchanted Mask starred in multiple mini-series in the early to mid-1990s. During that time, Hollywood optioned the character and became a less violent but excellent vehicle for Jim Carrey.
Aside from a series of toys based on The Mask animated series (a strange mix of the movie and comics), we didn’t see many officially licensed figures. Although there have been some high-end collectibles, they usually replicate Jim Carrey’s version.
With this move from Mezco, I hope we see Walter and Kathy (as The Mask) eventually join the One:12 Collective. Hell, I’d even like to see the militant version of Stanley Ipkiss made into an action figure.
If Mezco doesn’t want to do that, maybe just a few accessory packs with alternate Mask heads, whacky weapons, and some gruesome effects? The face-tearing panel from The Mask Returns is one of my favorite moments.
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
Photo Credit: Mezco
The Mask will come with the following:
Three (3) interchangeable head portraits, including a comical double-take expression
The gritty and harsh world of The Boys has shocked and intrigued audiences with how far the show was willing to go. Based on the comic series of the same name, it took the concept of super heroes and pushed it very far with how realistic it can be. The spinoff series from that show titled Gen V begins a new story set within the same world, but with a completely different cast of characters. If you loved how over-the-top and blunt the original show could be, then you’re going to feel right at home with Gen V. The first two episodes show its just as gritty and mature as its predecessor, but with an entirely new perspective that will keep you coming back to watch more.
Gen V takes place concurrently with the fourth season of The Boys, and set within the Godolkin University of Crimefighting. A young women named Marie Moreau, who is able to control and bend blood, is accepted into enrollment and is thrusted into the crazy community of young supes that are being trained. Students compete in battle royale challenges to gain a ranking at the university and hopefully one day become one of The Seven. But a secret related to Vought International begins to resurface and the supes in danger, forcing Marie to face the reality of being a superhero in this harsh world.
The best part about Gen V is that it unapologetically goes far with its subject matter in the same way The Boys does. People that are killed because of supes-related incidents will spill out blood and guts in all of its horrific detail. At the same time, the show doesn’t shy away of how grotesque some aspects of supe social norms can be within the university, with one sex scene being boldly graphic and messed up at the same time. Luckily, the plot is able to remain interesting and place building blocks for a larger issue that every character will have to face throughout the series moving forward. It doesn’t get too caught up on how gritty it can be, but instead uses it to keep the plot intriguing.
Marie Moreau is played by Jaz Sinclair, who delivers a great performance as a damaged character that tries to remain hopeful throughout her struggles. She has a wide-eyed view of being one of the supes at first, but eventually begins to become burdened by the harsh truths about what that really means for her and society as a whole. Her blood bending abilities look very cool, but have a very sad origin and mental toll on her when she uses them. She’s able to control her own blood when cut, but also the blood of others when its spilled.
We first see Marie as a young girl discovering her powers through a major tragedy, which establishes many interesting parts of her character and arc that will play out through the series. While she doesn’t always make the right decisions in the moment, her motivation to be a genuine good person and hope to do right by herself is what drives her actions and makes us empathize with her greatly.
Other characters in the show’s premiere have interesting backstories and traits that explore harsh issues while also highlighting interesting super powers. Lizze Broadway plays Emma Meyer, Marie’s roommate with the power to shrink in size, but through a horrific method that is tough to watch. She’ll defintiely be a character many grow to like, but will probably go through some very bad situations along the way.
She’s one of the few people who opens up to Marie when she arrives at the university and encourages her to embrace the culture there, and yet at the same time has immense personal struggles he suffers with alone. One scene has her interacting with another student that she opens up to, only to find out a devastating consequence shortly after. She doesn’t play a big factor in the main plot at the start, but will most likely do so as the series goes on and things begin to unfold more about the university and Vought International.
The rest of the cast have just enough layered aspects to their personalities and backstories to make them great to watch. The group of top ranked students that Marie meets at the university all have huge problems in their lives, despite being gifted supes with amazing powers. Londor Thor is a shapeshifter that can change their gender at will, Cate Dunlap is an empath that can make others do whatever she tells them, Andre Anderson has the ability to control metal, and Luke Riordan can ignite himself and use fire manipulation.
Each of them have a close relationship with one-another, but also deep problems individually that are hinted at throughout the premiere episodes related to family, legacy, and mental issues. While some major incidents rock the core of their relationships, their involvement with Marie and what’s going on with the university take each of them to dark places that will be fascinating to watch throughout the season.
The superhero grime of grit on display in Gen V will definitely make this a standout show to watch. While the premiere episodes give a very good idea of the tone to expect, it seems like there’s a lot crazier things to see in the rest of the season. If you loved watching The Boys and how far it pushed the line with its story, then you’re really going to like what Gen V brings to the table. The plot of the show will most definitely take viewers into some harsh territory that will continue to thrill, shock, and entice everyone to watch more. Regardless of how crazy things can get, we’re all here for it.
What do you think about Gen V overall? Are you a big fan of The Boys series and the story it tells about superheroes? Share your thoughts about everything in the comment section below!
IFC Films is partnering with Sentai Filmworks and the HiDive streaming service to bring the anime sci-fi drama ‘The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes’ to North American cinemas on November 3rd, 2023.
HiDive said in a PR release, “HIDIVE, AMC Networks’ fast-growing anime streaming service, and IFC Films unveiled today their U.S. theatrical release for the critically acclaimed anime film The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes. The highly anticipated romantic fantasy, which is based on the popular light novel and manga series of the same name by Mei Hachimoku, will open in theaters starting Friday, November 3 throughout the United States. The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes recently took top honors in the feature film category at the 2023 Annecy International Animation Festival in France where it was awarded the coveted Paul Grimault Award.”
“The film will be presented in both Japanese with English subtitles and English dub depending on date and theater location,” they continued. “As part of today’s news, the companies also revealed they will be hosting a special movie panel featuring the stars of the English dub during New York Comic Con (“NYCC”) alongside the earlier announced World English Dub Premiere. The premiere and panel will take place on Thursday, October 12…”
The movie is directed and written by Tomohisa Taguchi and is produced by the Japanese animation studio CLAP.
You can watch the trailer below:
HiDive President John Ledford said, “We are excited to team with IFC Films on the U.S. release of ‘The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes.'”
“This award-winning and critically acclaimed film is sure to wow audiences. Anime fans will not want to miss this limited theatrical release in November,” he added.
The film’s music is composed by Harumi Fuuki with pop star Eill performing the movie’s theme song “Finale.”
