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Tohru Miyano: Reverse-engineering an unlucky situation

Three years ago, Toru Miyano didn’t think he would ever leave Japan — he had finally found his groove in Kumamoto and was quite comfortable there. Living solo in a house that his parents had bought some time ago but only used on occasion, he had a steady …

SMALL SCREEN : This weekend we’re watching: Animations for grown-ups

The Red Turtle (Image courtesy of Netflix) Gone are the days where animated feature films were produced exclusively for children. Many of the mainstream animated movies, which hit the big screen, are entertaining for adults in addition to children, but …

Orchestra performs anime soundtracks

December 4, 2019 | Gunner Young | campus editor Photo by Vu Nguyen/The Collegian. NW Chamber Orchestra and Choir takes the stage while NW instructor of music Benson Lee conducts them during a performance of Joe Hisaishi’s musical works. NW Chamber …

Get Spirited Away by Yūgen’s Hayao Miyazaki Cocktails

Gifts to Make You Look Away From Your Screens

Under the Skin of Alita Behind the scenes on the Austin-made blockbuster Robert Rodriguez had the biggest commercial success of his career this year with his long-awaited adaptation of seminal Japanese manga Battle Angel Alita. True, in the crazy modern …

Dec. 4, 2019 Arts Etc.

Design by Kanami Yamashita Visual Arts “Brighter Future: To be heard. To be seen. To be free.” Is a group show featuring artworks created by more  than 50 local artists of color reflecting on freedom. Includes work by Aaliyah Gupta, Carina del Rosario, …

The Full Studio Ghibli Film Library Will Be Available to Purchase on Digital Platforms This Month

Studio Ghibli fans, mark your calendars for two weeks from today. On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, the beloved Japanese animation studio will finally release its complete library of films on digital home media in the U.S. and Canada. Ghibli’s North American …

Book-It Repertory Theatre revisits ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ and casts a more enchanting spell

How do you solve a problem like “Howl’s Moving Castle”? Book-It Repertory Theatre’s 2017 production of a new musical adaptation of Diana Wynne Jones’ fantasy novel had its charms, but they were largely superseded by a host of issues: an overstuffed book, a …

Raising the bar: niche hangouts around town

Brown Chicken Brown Cow, in which players must use modeling clay to construct images of sexual innuendos that other players must guess, is just one of the games available to play at the newly established Mana Boardgame Tavern. Mana Boardgame Tavern is the …

How To Create An Action Game, As Taught By Action Game Professionals #1 - Samu Wosada (1001 Spikes)

The following blog post, unless otherwise noted, was written by a member of Gamasutra’s community. The thoughts and opinions expressed are those of the writer and not Gamasutra or its parent company.   Samu Wosada is a game developer who particularly loves …

Kliuless #60: The Bus Ticket Theory of Genius

The following blog post, unless otherwise noted, was written by a member of Gamasutra’s community. The thoughts and opinions expressed are those of the writer and not Gamasutra or its parent company.   Hi, my name is Kenny Liu, and each week I compile a …

Gkids brings anime’s best to big screens in the U.S.

At the start of a new decade, anime’s two top directors are being delivered to Americans by one company. And, no, it’s neither Disney nor Netflix. The relatively unheralded Gkids, which was spun off 11 years ago from the New York International Children’s …

2019 Pop Culture Hall Of Fame Awards: Inductees Represent Billions of Box Office Views, Streaming Viewers, Players and ...

The Pop Culture Hall of Fame's yearly induction is the celebration that the millions of dedicated fans deserve.     LOS ANGELES, CA, December 02, 2019 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The PCHOF inducted 4 highly influential figures in film and TV. …

Achieving Transcendence on the Millionth ‘Frozen’ Viewing

“Frozen” was released on Nov. 27, 2013, and our daughter was born nearly two months later, so, even before my wife and I had a child, “Frozen” hovered on the fringes of our parental consciousness as something to be avoided and vaguely despised. If the term …

Sabers for samurai as Japanese theatre stages kabuki version of Star Wars

The Star Wars franchise is about to breach the artistic final frontier with a one-off performance of a kabuki adaptation starring one of Japan’s most revered stage actors. The classical Japanese theatre, which combines highly stylised movement and unusual …

Animation Filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki to be Honored with 2019...

Photo: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP/Shutterstock Photo: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP/Shutterstock Photo: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP/Shutterstock Animation Filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki to be Honored with 2019 Sklar Creative …

‘Frozen 2’ soars, ‘21 Bridges’ a ’90s throwback

The creators of “Frozen” took six years to work on a sequel, and the wait is worth it as “Frozen 2” is another feather in the cap for Disney’s animation division. Picking up some time after the first film, sisters Elsa and Anna are adjusting to life as …

'Spirited Away' creator Hayao Miyazaki to receive 2019 Sklar Creative Visionary Award

‘The Mandalorian’: a Disney+ Miracle

The “streaming wars” are supposedly beginning as we speak with the launches of high-profile services like Apple TV Plus and Disney+. With late additions like Peacock and HBO MAX still on the horizon and existing streaming titans like Netflix and Hulu …

MISUNDERSTOOD MINERS OFTEN FIND THEMSELVES, NOT THEIR INDUSTRY. UNDER SIEGE

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Miners Day was designated in Congress in 2009 to honor the contributions and sacrifices of miners across the country both past and present. More than 325,000 men …

"My Chanukah", Brand New Song, Debuts on WOAFM99 Radio Today

Black writer says his inspiration was Anne Frank's eternal "How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment to improve the world." LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, December 6, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James E. Shaw says …

Glamour and Style Holiday Fashion Show & Toy Drive Benefits Homeless Children and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Top International Fashion Designers Darlene Perkins and Shekhar Rahate headline an Evening of Art, Fashion and Entertainment in LA on Dec. 15 at Casa Vertigo LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, December 6, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Fashion …

Celebrity Photographer Jonathan Matsumoto, Emerging Influencer Marketing Expert

Jonathan Matsumoto aka Jonny Mats found his photography all over hip-hop a year into his career, opening up opportunities in the field of influencer marketing. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With a …

MAHENDI To Be Featured In Helen Hunt Thriller, 'I See You'

A Signature piece from MAHENDI, a woman-owned startup in cause jewelry, will be worn by Helen Hunt in the thriller, "I See You", premiering December 6. HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MAHENDI, a …

Battling Dark Forces in the Wilds

Samuil and the Legendary Snow Owl, Author successfully fuses an unlikely duo of literary genres in new epic fantasy book WATERLOO, AL, USA, December 5, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Randall Stephens proudly announces the international release of …

Driven by EXOSOMES, Powered by PEPTIDES, GROWTH FACTORS, CYTOKINES, DNA REPAIR ENZYMES™

A Curated Team of Best in Class Biotech Chemists & World Renown Cosmetic Formulators, Led by Veteran Aesthetic Industry Experts. SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, US, December 5, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- hMSC Skincare introduces powerhouse formulations …

12G Coaxial Adapter Expansion Bridges Technology Gap

Amphenol RF expands 12G SDI broadcast series with additional between-series adapter configurations. DANBURY, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES, December 4, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amphenol RF is proud to announce the expansion of our industry …

New children’s book on how to overcome bullying with strength and bravery. Verti-goat by Irish author Austin Mackle

We all have the power to change the world LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 4, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bullying on the increase within age groups 7-16.... At a time when bullying and its terrible consequences are being highlighted daily in …

MIMPA Celebrates 11th Annual Gala with 10 Honorees to benefit Special Needs Network

MIMPA's 11th Annual Lady in Red Diamond Rose Awards Gala slated for February 2020 in Beverly Hills BEVERLY HILLS, CA, US, December 4, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: GPR – (323) 799-6266 …

Free! Wizard of Oz Rendition, "Toto's Tale" - An Epic Adventure According to Toto! Not a Children's Book - 450 Pg e-book

Toto's Tale begins after Dorothy awakens (MGM-1939 The Wizard of Oz). Having Been There & Done That, Toto Speaks out. This is what really happened in Oz! TAMPA, FLORIDA, USA, December 3, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An ILLUSTRATED …

Music Production System Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2019 - 2024

Wiseguyreports.Com Publish Market Report On-“Music Production System Market 2019 Global Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities and Growth, Forecast 2024” PUNE, INDIA, December 3, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Music Production System …

Secure Channels Partners with Oregon Systems

Deal Extends SCI’s Cybersecurity Protection to Middle Eastern Critical Infrastructure IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — Secure Channels Inc. entered a three-year partnership with Oregon Systems, OT/ …

R4G Launches Fun Kids Creative Writing Contest to Reward Movies and Goodies

Recruiting for Good is sponsoring the creative writing contest for kids to participate; winning entries enjoy movie passes and gift card for fun foodie goodies. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Contessa Gallery Celebrating Their 20th Anniversary at the 30th Anniversary of Art Miami Fairs

PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, PALM BEACH, December 2, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contessa Gallery will be participating in the 30th annual Art Miami Fair. Over the past 30 years, Art Miami has established a well-known reputation for providing fine art …

Pop and R&B Music Artist Jewels Shoots Music Video For "Let You Go"

What a way to end 2019! Newly signed Puerto Rican Pop Princess Yalissa "Jewels" Lopez just finished shooting her first music video in Newark, New Jersey. MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jewels, a …

‘Share The Magic’ - Ric Cabot Podmore’s Christmas Song is Back for Denver’s 9News Parade of Lights December 6th and 7th

KOSI 101.1 has also chosen Podmore’s song ‘Share The Magic’ as the theme for its 2019 holiday music campaign DENVER, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Denver’s most popular holiday parade will come alive December …

Mike Flint, Producer of “Angels in the Sky,” Attended Exciting Herzliya Airport Commemoration Event

The Herzliya airport ceremony celebrated the renaming of the airport named after the late Lt. Col. Modi (Mordechai) Alon & the commemoration of 101st Squadron. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mike …

Buku Fun Launches Website in Time for the Holidays

Maui Business “Attracts” Customers with Custom Magnet Concept. WAILUKU, HAWAII, US, November 29, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maui Business “Attracts” Customers with Magnet Concept Buku Fun launches website in time for the holidays Contact: …

HBO ASIA’S FIRST PHILIPPINES-BASED SERIES HALFWORLDS SEASON 3 BEGINS IN JANUARY 2020

HBO Asia announced today the renewal of the network’s dark action fantasy series, HALFWORLDS, to premiere exclusively on HBO GO and HBO in 2020. MANILA, PHILIPPINES, November 29, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HBO Asia announced today the renewal …