The Anime Beat: Features

Tokyo Anime Fair

jbrusuelas — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 20:06:24 -0700

Overall, I like it. I like it a lot. On a sunny day, the monorail ride across the bay to the Tokyo Big Site is worth it alone. During my ride, I not only witnessed a cutesy pop concert, but also some Tokyo drifting.

Astro Boy

jbrusuelas — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:59:28 -0700

Regardless of possible complaints, this film will introduce Astro Boy to a new generation of fans. That is a good thing! And if they ultimately seek out and connect with Tezuka’s original creation, i.e. the original manga and anime, even better.

Zélie Bérubé: Artist Profile

jbrusuelas — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 01:55:47 -0700

Whether you’re at Anime Expo LA, Comic-Con, or any of the various cons around the country young artists are intrinsic to the landscape; they are the future of the biz. The artist alley is always lined with individuals “hocking their wares” and producing impromptu sketches. These streets are teeming with creative, hungry talent.

Emily Hu: Artist Profile

jbrusuelas — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 01:49:14 -0700

Ah Emi! Her work is marked with an ingenious, creative grin! She’s got the chops. And, if you try her, she just may kick you in the balls. Don’t underestimate the maid outfit.