Studio Ghibli make amazing movies and a huge part of that is the sheer level of detail they put into their background. The artistry is phenomenal and the way they capture the small-town vibe is charming. I didn’t know I needed this chilled relaxing Ghibli video but it is a tonic in these tense times.
Huge Manga Exhibition at British Museum in 2019
I’ve been a HUGE manga fan for about 30 years now. Back when I got into it in the late 80s, manga and anime were not as prevalent as it is now in the West, so to see its emergence and cultural impact has been fascinating for me. In fact, my first ever blog post for this website in 2013 was an influence map:
The British Museum also recognises the influence of the artform on the world and is hosting its biggest ever exhibition from 23rd May to 26th August 2019. In their own words:
Immersive and playful, the exhibition will explore manga’s global appeal and cultural crossover, showcasing original Japanese manga and its influence across the globe, from anime to ‘cosplay’ dressing up. This influential art form entertains, inspires and challenges – and is brought to life like never before in this ground-breaking exhibition.
I can’t wait to go to the exhibition.
I hope to be going to the exhibition and will write a review, as usual.
Cowboy Bebop Homage in Gumball
The Amazing World of Gumball is a hilariously funny cartoon series that airs on the Cartoon Network. It is replete with comic, video game and now, anime references. Cowboy Bebop is one the greatest anime series and Gumball has created an homage in its honour, titled Barcode Cowboy about the ultimate worker, Larry Needlemeyer. Check it out below!