Out of the many wonders of the human mind, the Third Man Syndrome, also known as the Third Man Factor, is reserved for the brave and the distressed. In life-threatening situations, adventurists often report sensing the presence of a person who motivates and guides them in navigating the circumstances. This…
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The ultimate duality in Naruto anime – Haku
Naruto and Naruto Shippuden remain on the top list of most-watched anime ever. The first episode was aired on October 3, 2002, and continues to stream on OTT platforms. Standing the test of time, Naruto and Naruto Shippuden’s characters stand out in terms of their complexities. Haku from the Yuki…
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The timeless relevance of Genzaburo Yoshino’s How Do You Live
Hayao Miyazaki’s current final film, How Do You Live, was released theatrically in Japan on July 14, 2023. The film is inspired by Genzaburo Yoshino’s 1937 coming-of-age classic of the same name and is also one of Miyazaki’s favorite books. How Do You Live is written for adolescent boys, and…
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Five animation films with minimal visual details, Part 1
Staying true to the minimal theme of the subject, let’s jump straight to the list: Paperman Paperman is a Disney short film that was released in 2012. The film is set in the 1950s-60s era and centers on two strangers who meet at a Manhattan train terminal for a short…
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Spirited Away Simplified in 15 Q&As
Spirited Away needs no introduction. Released in 2001, this film continues to be an absolute favorite amongst its fanbase. To date, the movie inspires and intrigues. In this article, I have collected some commonly asked questions about the movie, analyzed them, referenced from a few books, and answered them. There…