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Jean Valjean is basically a superhero already (he lifts a whole cart off a guy by himself at one point), and now he's getting the requisite origin story to boot. Anyone who's ever so much as breathed near a theater kid knows that the Les Misérables protagonist steals a loaf...

The origin story of Jean Valjean, the iconic protagonist of Victor Hugo’s masterpiece “Les Misérables,” is being brought to the bigscreen by Éric Besnard, the French director of 18th-century set movie “Delicieux.”

The movie, which just started filming on Jan. 14 amid the lush landscapes of Southern France, has been boarded by Federations Studios’ sales label Ginger & Fed spearheaded by Sabine Chemaly. The project is being teased to buyers at the Unifrance Rendez-Vous in Paris which kicked off on Monday (Jan. 13).

“Valjean” reteams Besnard with French actor Gregory Gadebois who starred in his previous film, the 19th-century set movie “Louise Violet.” Gadebois stars as Valjean, opposite Bernard Campan, Isabelle Carré and Alexandra Lamy.

Clément Miserez and Matthieu Warter at Mediawan-owned banner Radar Films is producing. Warner Bros. France will release the film locally. France 3 Cinéma is a co-producer. “Valjean” is also backed by Ciné+, Ocs, HBO Max,...

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was a remarkable anime adaptation of Cyberpunk 2077, and Studio Trigger did its absolute best to make it possible. Renowned for their work on anime like Kill La Kill and Delicious in Dungeon, Studio Trigger garnered great praise for their dedication to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. The process behind the anime was a collaboration project between the game developers and the anime staff, as explained by the associate game director Pawel Sasko.

A still from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime | Credits: Studio Trigger and Netflix

During an interview, Sasko spoke at length about the different aspects of the entire anime’s production. His words made one thing clear Trigger did everything to ensure that the game developers were in agreement with every decision they made.

Studio Trigger made the best decision with the anime’s soundtrack

The experience of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners would not have been nearly the same without the memorable soundtrack. Video...

Anime is a growing industry that continues to improve every year, attracting more fans worldwide. As the number of fans increases, so does the quality of shows, including Dandadan and Delicious in Dungeon. However, like most media, one or two genres stick out as the most popular. More often than not, the action genre delivers intense thrills and epic fights and draws a massive crowd looking for excitement.

A new report has revealed that Crunchyroll, the anime streaming giant owned by Sony, made a deliberate decision to limit the promotion of Dandadan, a popular anime title from Toho.

The decision was communicated in an internal email by Markus Gerdemann, Crunchyroll’s senior vice president of marketing, who has faced criticism over his management style and strategic decisions.

In October, Gerdemann sent an email to Crunchyroll staff instructing them not to “further lean into the promotion of Dandadan,” citing ongoing acquisition discussions.

This move raised eyebrows within the company and among industry observers, particularly as the show debuted as the second-most-viewed non-English title on Netflix.

Despite its strong performance on a competing platform, Crunchyroll’s apparent sidelining of the series has drawn criticism for potentially undermining its relationship with Toho and the broader anime community.

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We’re close to midway through this anime season, and the currently airing second season of As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World , based on the light novel series written by Miraijin A, released a brand new trailer, which announced six new cast members as well as a brand new key visual. As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 2 - Mid-Season Trailer Joining the cast of As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World are: Ruper Roozton voiced by Tomoaki Maeno (Veldora Tempest in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ) Clamant Maitraw III voiced by Yuichi Nakamura (Reinhard Van Astrea in Re:zero -Starting Life in Another World- ) Shin Seimallo voiced by Wataru Katoh (Kabru in Delicious in Dungeon ) Braham Joe voiced by Shuichi Uchida (Yutaka Akitsu in KamiErabi God.

One Piece live-action is a complete treat in terms of its visuals and quality. This also extends to the perfect casting. Most fans couldn’t help but praise the casting process. This also includes Emily Rudd, who plays the role of Nami. Rudd is not only an avid anime enthusiast but a true supporter. Like most fans, she couldn’t help but gush over her fellow actress Lera Abova.

Emily Rudd as Nami in the live-action series | Credit: Netflix

Abova shared the BTS footage of the Geekd Week 2024 on Instagram. Amidst the fan comments, Rudd praised her co-star. The actress is set to play the role of Nico Robin in Season 2. With BTS footage and glimpses, most fans wait with bated breaths for the second season.

Emily Rudd gushes over Lera Abova’s BTS footage

Emily Rudd is an upcoming and promising actress with a diverse portfolio of work. From science-fiction to romcom to supernatural,...

Amidst monsters and mayhem, Delicious in Dungeon offers a fresh take on the adventure genre. From its visuals to storyline, it’s anything but a bog-standard series. This holds true with the compelling storyline and light-hearted themes. What’s interesting is that the manga doesn’t try hard to be extraordinary. Even the author vouches for this in terms of the characters.

Laios and the party in a still from the anime series | Credit: Studio Trigger

In an interview, Ryoko Kui revealed the ordinary nature of the protagonist. While most readers speculate their theories regarding his behaviour, it is quite opposite. In her revelation she also highlights the importance of food as an underlying theme in the series.

Ryoko Kui opens up about Laios’ character

Delicious in Dungeon may instantly remind readers of Dungeons and Dragons due to the obvious name. It, however, isn’t the case with this series because of its fresh storyline.

With its recent first season, Dungeon Meshi, or Delicious in Dungeon has become a buzzing topic in the anime and manga industry. Created by Ryōko Kui, this unique series has left fans craving more — both in terms of its culinary adventures and its complex character relationships. However, when it comes to writing the story, Kui-sensei restrains herself from overtly depending on fans’ feedback.

Delicious in Dungeon | Credit: Studio Trigger

In a world where creators are often overwhelmed by fan expectations, Ryōko Kui’s approach stands as an example of the power of authorial intent. Delicious in Dungeon is her world, and she invites readers to explore it on her terms, making it all the more compelling.

Ryōko Kui’s Approach to Storytelling in Delicious in Dungeon

One of the most heated debates among Delicious in Dungeon fans revolves around the potential relationship between Marcille, the party’s elf mage, and Falin,...

BAFTA-winning “Top Boy” star Jasmine Jobson — recently seen in Andrea Arnold’s Cannes-bowing “Bird” — is set to play trailblazing Somali-British professional boxer, model and Unicef Ambassador Ramla Ali in “In the Shadows.” She takes over from Letitia Wright, who was attached when the project was first announced last year.

Filming has now begun in London on the feature, which will also star Finn Cole (“Last Breath,” “Peaky Blinders,” “Fast & Furious 9”) as Ali’s husband, Richard Moore, while Gershwyn Eustache Jr (“Andor,” “Small Axe,” “Fortitude”) plays her boxing coach.

“In the Shadows” will mark the narrative feature debut of Emmy Award and three-time BAFTA-winning documentarian Anthony Wonke. The film is produced by BAFTA winner and Oscar-nomination producer Lee Magiday, Madeleine Sanderson (“Being AP,” “Fighting for a City”), and presented by Civic Studios (“Christmas Karma, Schirkoa: In Lies We Trust”). The film’s subject Ali will serve as an executive producer.

Have you ever wondered what “Love Island” would be like if it were set in the 1300s? Netflix’s new dark-comedy series “The Decameron” will answer all of your questions.

The series, created by Kathleen Jordan and executive produced by “Orange Is the New Black” and “Weeds” alum Jenji Kohan, is loosely based on Italian Author Giovanni Boccacio’s short story collection from the mid-14th century. The plot begins after “The Black Death strikes hard in the Italian countryside in 1348, and a handful of nobles retreat to a grand villa with their servants. But what starts as a wine-soaked sex romp descends into a race for survival in this soapy dark comedy,” according to the official description.

Keep reading to find out what stars are traveling back in time to the 1340s in our complete “The Decameron” cast and character guide. The show is now streaming on Netflix.

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Get your tuning forks out, because the Delicious in Dungeon anime is cooking up a spectacular concert for fans to dig into next year! Titled "Delicious in Dungeon ~Delicious in Concert~", the event is set for March 9, 2025 at Sonic City Civic Hall in Saitama, Japan and will feature soundtrack performances by the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are priced at 15,000 for S-level seats, 12,000 for A-level and 8,800 for B-level, and attendees will receive a special booklet titled "How to cook a concert from Delicious in Dungeon". Arrangements are being handled by Shunsuke Tsuchiya and Mariam Abounnasr under the supervision of Yasunori Mitsuda, who will make an appearance at the event alongside Kentaro Kumagai, the voice of Laios. Katsuhiro Ida will be the conductor. Delicious in Dungeon ~Delicious in Concert~ key visual, provided by studio Trigger Related: Delicious in Dungeon Anime Celebrates First Season with Illustration from Creator Based on the manga by Ryoko Kui,...

Delicious in Dungeon fanart showcases a dramatic clash between Laios' party and Falin's chimera form. The second season focuses on restoring Falin's human form and requires challenges and allies. Marcille's dedication to saving Falin highlights their deep bond, adding emotional depth to the series.

Delicious in Dungeon or Dungeon, Meshi has captured its loving audiences' hearts, minds, and stomachs with its layered adventure featuring fantasy, friendship, and food. The series is more than its bountiful banquets in every episode, as the Kadokawa Shoten manga adaptation features characters and concepts that are a feast for the eyes. In one exquisite fanart piece, though, @explodikid on X may take the cake as the most significant sample platter of what's to come for Delicious in Dungeon.

Delicious in Dungeon debuted its anime on Netflix on January 4, 2024, running for two consecutive cours with immediate renewal for a second season. Its viewership and critics make...

Tasuketsu Anime Gets July Debut Date and Two-Cour Release: All You Need to Know about the Upcoming Survival Series - Main Image

The July release date of the highly anticipated Tasuketsu anime adaptation is rapidly approaching as the spring season is nearing its end.

In this upcoming action, drama, and psychological anime of the summer season, Narita and his friends must band together to fight the Emperor and save the people they care about, if not the entire world.

Tasuketsu Anime to Debut in July on Crunchyroll

The anime adaptation of Taiga Miyakawa’s Tasuketsu manga is set to be released on July 2, 2024, as part of the summer 2024 lineup.

This announcement was made through a promotional video for the Tasuketsu anime on the official YouTube channel of Vap.

Along with the announcement, the promotional video also unveiled more cast members, including Kotomi Aihara (Ritta Kanade in Ayakashi Triangle) as Borinmaru Gokokuhotenji,...

Quick Links Delicious in Dungeons Comedy Prevails in Every Episode Delicious in Dungeons Animation Is Some of Studio Triggers Best Delicious in Dungeons Worldbuilding Is Fantasy Writing at Its Finest Delicious in Dungeon Always Knows When to Take Itself Seriously Delicious in Dungeons Characters Make Every Episode a Delight to Watch Delicious in Dungeon season 1 lived up to the hype with incredible writing and visuals. The characters and worldbuilding make it a standout among fantasy anime. Studio Trigger's handling of Delicious in Dungeon makes it one of their best anime in years.

Warning: Contains spoilers for Delicious in Dungeon season 1.2024 opened with the premiere of the latest anime from Studio Trigger, Delicious in Dungeon. The original manga by Ryoko Kui developed a sizeable fanbase over the years thanks to its comedic and insightful approach to fantasy, and with how eccentric the animation in Studio Triggers projects tends to be,...

The Changeling Mushrooms have the power to change the genetic makeup of creatures, an ability that could have potentially helped Izutsumi. There are valid reasons why the Changeling Mushrooms wouldn't have been able to help Izutsumi. Despite not using the mushrooms to cure Izutsumi's curse, Senshi found creative culinary uses for the Changeling Mushrooms throughout their adventures.

The following contains spoilers for Delicious in Dungeon Episode 24 - 'Dumplings -2-/Bacon and Eggs', now available on Netflix, and minor spoilers for the Dungeon Meshi Manga Series.

The latest episode of Delicious In Dungeon highlights a possible plot hole brought over from the original Dungeon Meshi manga. While the manga and anime series are usually really creative in how they have the characters use the resources around them, one seemingly obvious use for a newly discovered food was never capitalized on.

This was the Changeling Mushroom, a unique fungus found...

Delicious in Dungeon cosplay duo captures the essence of Falin and Marcille authentically. Cosplayer emfox.png impresses with her diverse portfolio, bringing iconic characters to life. Delicious in Dungeon remains a hit due to rich characters, an engaging premise, and mouthwatering monster cooking scenes.

For those following Dungeon Meshi, also known as Delicious in Dungeon, it's been an entertaining and refreshingly clever take on fantasy anime, focusing on survival, friendship, and the many forms of life's tasty bounty. However, much like any popular anime, this comes with emerging fandoms that resonate with its lovable characters. One user, emfox.png, took to Reddit with her friend as they cosplayed Falin and Marcille from Delicious in Dungeon, achieving striking results and a vocal, positive response from the community.

Delicious in Dungeon was recently adapted by Studio Trigger for streaming on Netflix, becoming an enormous hit with the anime community. Along with near-unanimous praise from critics,...

Where to Start Reading the Delicious in Dungeon Manga after the Anime - Main Image

There are more exciting adventures waiting for Laios’ party in the Delicious in Dungeon manga after the anime. It’s not yet over for Laios and his friends as they embark on their most dangerous adventure to save Falin.

While Delicious in Dungeon season 2 has been announced, fans who can’t wait to see the anime’s continuation can turn to the manga to follow Laios’ party in their next steps to get Falin back.

How Much of Delicious in Dungeon Did the Anime Cover?

Delicious in Dungeon had a total of 24 episodes in the first season. It covered seven story arcs in the manga series, from the Introduction arc, the Second Floor arc, to the Sixth Floor arc, including the Red Dragon arc.

A lot happened in the first season, from Senshi joining Laios,...

Netflix's Delicious In Dungeon renewed for 2nd season. Official account confirms second season with viral key visual and teaser, showcasing huge fanbase support. Second season details are still unknown, but fans can look forward to the return of Delicious In Dungeon on Netflix.

After an incredibly successful 6-month run, Netflix's Delicious In Dungeon has been officially renewed for a second season. This great news came after the season's finale, and given the praise the anime received, another installment was to be expected.

The official X account of Delicious In Dungeon has confirmed that the anime will receive a second season and released a key visual and a short teaser to celebrate. The posts quickly went viral, showing the huge fanbase the series has garnered.

# https://t.co/cIReq6C32P#DeliciousinDungeon pic.twitter.com/tdEJhyb4qP (@dun_meshi_anime) June 13, 2024

Related Delicious in Dungeon Finally Reveals Senshi's Backstory,...

Senshi's tragic backstory reveals his past survival, highlighting the darker tones of Delicious in Dungeon. Senshi's attitude towards food stems from his past trauma and sheds light on his character. Senshi's backstory enhances the depth of the characters and overarching lore of Delicious in Dungeon.

Warning: Contains spoilers for Delicious in Dungeon episode #23.One of the most enigmatic characters in Delicious in Dungeon has always been the resident chef of the Touden party, Senshi. While largely existing as comedic relief, it was always odd how he knew so much about cooking monsters, and as pointed out in episode #22, he said he had been in the dungeon for ten years, even though the dungeon only surfaced six years ago.

Theres always been a lot of mystery to Senshis character, and Delicious in Dungeon has finally delved into his backstory. Senshis backstory answers the biggest mysteries about his character and also...

Dungeon People Anime Coming to Hidive This July - Main Image

The Dungeon People anime will be streamed on Hidive, making this new fantasy anime one of Hidive’s highlight shows in its summer 2024 slate.

Ahead of its streaming release on the platform, Hidive also confirmed that it will bring the anime to Anime Expo 2024 this July for its North American premiere.

While Hidive has not shared the exact release time of the anime yet, we can get a good idea based on its North American premiere and Japanese broadcast times.

Hidive to Stream Dungeon People Anime

Dungeon People is a new fantasy comedy anime based on an ongoing manga of the same name by Sui Futami. This anime features many notable cast members from notable fantasy anime.

For instance, the lead role of Clay is voiced by Sayaka Senbongi (Marcille in Delicious in Dungeon). Meanwhile, Sayumi Suzushiro (Lawine in Frieren) voices Belle.

Do Hiiragi and Tsumugi End up Together in My Oni Girl? - Main Image

Netflix's latest anime film, My Oni Girl, has finally premiered, introducing Hiiragi Yatsuse and Tsumugi to the audience as they grapple with their inner struggles while saving the hidden world of Oni from the snow gods. As the plot unfolds, do Hiiragi and Tsumugi end up together in My Oni Girl?

My Oni Girl is a supernatural anime film directed by Tomotaka Shibayama, led by seasoned voice actors like Kensho Ono (Tetsuya Kuroko in Kuroko's Basketball) as Hiiragi and Miyu Tomita (Mickbell in Delicious in Dungeon) as Tsumugi.

Spoiler Warning: This article contains spoilers from the My Oni Girl anime film, so proceed with caution.

Do Hiiragi and Tsumugi Like Each Other in My Oni Girl?

Hiiragi and Tsumugi are good friends who have found strength in each other to deal with their personal issues with their families and themselves.

Dungeon People Reveals July Release Date: All You Need to Know - Main Image

The Summer 2024 season is just a month away. Ahead of the new season, the Dungeon People anime confirmed its July release date.

This new anime is a fantasy series based on an ongoing manga. Despite its cutesy art style, this series is in the seinen genre, meaning it’s not your typical fantasy anime.

Dungeon People Confirms July Release Date

Dungeon People got a new short TV commercial recently, and while it’s fairly short, it features some funny scenes featuring its two main characters Clay and Belle.

These scenes also show off the show’s cute character design, along with animation courtesy of Olm, the studio behind hit shows like The Apothecary Diaries and Odd Taxi.

What’s more, the commercial also revealed the Dungeon People anime’s July 6 release date.

In Japan, the...

New York, NY (5/10/24)—Anime Expo, the largest anime convention in the United States held annually in Los Angeles, announced the attendance of Ryoko Kui, the creator of the hit manga series Delicious in Dungeon, as a Guest of Honor. With unique and appealing art and a food-filled story that puts a fun spin on the fantasy genre, Delicious in Dungeon has been one of the most popular manga series from publisher Yen Press for years. Following the January 2024 release of the anime adaptation, Ryoko Kui's Delicious in Dungeon has become one of the most popular properties in the world of manga and anime.

Anime Expo 2024 will mark Ryoko Kui's first visit to a North American convention. The many passionate fans of Delicious in Dungeon's colorful cast and eccentric twists on fantasy storytelling and RPGs will have an opportunity to meet the creator herself through signings facilitated by Anime Expo.

10 Most Hysterical Moments When Marcille Stole the Show in Delicious in Dungeon - Main Image

Marcille is one of the most fan-favorite characters in Delicious in Dungeon, thanks to her over-the-top expressions. From Marcille turning into stone to losing Ambrosia to the frogs, here are Marcille’s most hysterical moments that stole the show in Delicious in Dungeon.

What are your favorite Marcille moments in Delicious in Dungeon? Let us know in the comments below and follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news, lists, and explainer articles!

Following the original music video , the official YouTube channel for Regallily , a Japanese girl band consisting of Honoka Takahashi and Umi (bass), has also released a special collab music video for "Kirakira no Hai" ( Twinkling Ash ), the ending theme for the Delicious in Dungeon TV anime's second cour. The clip focuses on the anime's two main characters, Marcille Donato and Falin Touden. It features their relationship up to the latest 17th episode, as well as the dungeon's beautiful background and dynamic battle scenes. TV anime Delicious in Dungeon x Regallily "Kirakira no Hai" special collb movie (feat. Marcille & Falin) Regallily "Kirakira no Hai" music video Delicious in Dungeon anime second ending movie Following the digital release, the CD single of "Kirakira no Hai" with an anime illustration jacket will be available in Japan on May 8. CD jacket Related: Regallily Releases Delicious in Dungeon Anime New Ending Theme Music Video The...

The crossover appeal between Dungeons & Dragons and anime is undeniable, each synonymous with epic adventures, powerful bonds between friends and rivals, and meticulous world-building. Since Dungeons & Dragons is a time-consuming hobby and most well-known anime offerings tend to be long-running series, knowing how and where to get started can be a daunting task for D&d players looking to dive into the genre.

Anime, however, doesn’t just offer its audiences a diverse range of rich universes and immersive storytelling but a potential wellspring of inspiration, particularly for D&d players. Both players and Dungeon Masters hunting for a creative spark have a whole world awaiting them filled with fully realized fantasy-tinged anime that can encourage a newfound love for the genre.

Related 20 Best Fantasy Anime, Ranked The many sub-genres of fantasy anime provide a wide variety of titles to choose from that can suit anyone's taste, and...

Regallily is a Japanese girl band formed in 2014, consisting of Honoka Takahashi and Umi (bass). The band released their latest song "Kirakira no Hai" ( Twinkling Ash ) digitally on April 4, the followed with the song's music video on their official YouTube channel on April 11. As their second anime theme song work following "Alchemilla" ( 86 Eighty-six TV anime second cour ending theme) in 2021, "Kirakira no Hai" is now featured as the ending theme for the Delicious in Dungeon TV anime's second cour. Regallily "Kirakira no Hai" music video Delicious in Dungeon anime second ending movie In the music video, a boy trapped in a mysterious space and a mysterious old man who suddenly starts dancing appear, and like a dungeon exploration game, they open doors and scroll sideways to the next room. The band's vocalist/guitarist, Honoka Takahashi describes the song on the anime's official website : "Like only the memories left behind...

Delicious in Dungeon stands out from isekai anime by having in-depth worldbuilding in the science behind its monsters and political elements. Delicious in Dungeon also avoids many of the video game-themed tropes that have become cliché in isekai, instead being inspired by TTRPGs. Delicious in Dungeon's success is a sign of fantasy anime slowly moving away from the isekai genre, and that fantasy anime don't need the reincarnation hook to be successful.

A fairly popular anime that’s currently airing on Netflix is Studio Trigger’s Delicious in Dungeon. The anime follows protagonist Laios and his party of adventurers as they traverse a dungeon to revive Laios’ sister after she's eaten by a terrifying red dragon, and to survive the dungeon with limited funds. To increase their chances of survival, Laios convinces everyone to eat the monsters they encounter, something Laios is all but stated to have just been...

Confirming Germany’s importance as a growth market, Netfix on Wednesday announced 17 new and returning shows and movies produced by some of the country’s leading producers, including docuseries “Kaulitz & Kaulitz,” about the Tokio Hotel popstar siblings, and sci-fi drama “Cassandra,” about an overzealous electronic household helper.

Netflix presented 17 feature films, series, documentaries and reality shows at a special event in Berlin.

“We have seen again and again how local stories can captivate viewers here and around the world,” said Katja Hofem, Netflix’s VP of content for Germany, Austria and Switzerland. “We aim to continue this successful journey together with our partners, sharing a common goal of creating exceptional entertainment that moves and inspires people.”

Produced by Constantin Entertainment and premiering in June, “Kaulitz & Kaulitz” accompanies Tokio Hotel frontmen Bill and Tom Kaulitz, twin brothers from Magdeburg, Germany, on tour with their band and in their new home in Hollywood.

The 2024 Sapporo Snow Festival is currently showcasing a lineup of gorgeous snow and ice sculptures inspired by multiple iconic anime franchises.

Since 1950, the Sapporo Snow Festival in Hokkaido, Japan has treated visitors to painstakingly sculpted pieces made entirely from ice and snow. Per Catsuka, this year's festival once again pays tribute to the realm of anime and manga by featuring sculptures based on popular series and films. As featured on Catsuka's X (formerly Twitter) account, the massive works of art include detailed busts of Yubaba from Spirited Away, Marcille and Laios from Delicious in Dungeon, and Saichi Sugimoto from Golden Kamuy, among many others. There is also a bust of a Gundam suit from the long-running Mobile Suit Gundam franchise.

Related Sunrise and Sanrio Suit Up for New Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Freedom Artwork The newest Gundam movie is being promoted with illustrations that unite the franchise's characters with Hello Kitty and other Sanrio mascots.

Nami's likeness from Netflix's One Piece has been captured in a figure by Bandai's "S.H.Figuarts" brand -- and it's proving extremely divisive among fans.

First unveiled at the Bandai Spirits booth at Jump Festa 2024, S.H.Figuart's Nami figure has caused some controversy among audiences for its perceived failure to capture the likeness of her actor, Emily Rudd. After Bandai Spirits' recent X (formerly Twitter) post teasing the figure's upcoming arrival in stores, some Japanese fans responded, "For a moment... she looked like an old man..." and "It's not cute (´・ω・｀) Emily is even cuter." Images of the figures have since spread, with other reactions from X viewable below.

Related One Piece Staffer Reveals the Canon English Name for the Franchise's Currency A One Piece expert sparks debate after confirming the canon English translation of the franchises universal currency, contrary to the official manga. ä...

There are bad movies that are just bad -- they are just uninteresting or broken (with boom mics dropping into the frame like The Howling VI), and then there are bad movies that are so bad, they are hilarious, like Troll 2, Demon Wind, and The Room. Today, we have just such a movie. An Italian zombie film like you have never seen before, that Severin is releasing in 4K for the first time in an absurd bundle with a disastrously hideous pillow case that makes us kind of want to order two copies for a matching pair for the guest bed. The movie is Burial Ground. Also known as The Nights of Terror, because any real bad Italian horror movie has more than one title.

Burial Ground is about three couples who drive into the country to stay at a baroque Italian villa, violate the moral rules of the horror genre,...

Three weeks ahead of its TV premiere in Japan, a preview video for the opening and ending theme songs for Wonderful Precure!, the upcoming 21st installment of Toei Animation's long-running Precure anime franchise, is now streamed on Marvelous's official YouTube channel . The opening theme song "Wonderful Precure! evolution!" is sung by Chihaya Yoshitake, who previously sang the ending theme songs for the 16th installment Star☆Twinkle Precure (2019-2020), the 18th installment Tropical-Rouge! Precure (2021-2022), the 19th installment Delicious Party Pretty Cure (2022-2023), and the ongoing 20th installment, Soaring Sky! Precure . This is the first time for her to perform an opening theme song for a Precure TV anime series. Meanwhile, the ending theme song "Fun☆Fun☆Wonderful Days!" is sung by Ami Ishii and Moeha Nochimoto. Ishii sang the opening and ending (duet with Chihaya Yoshitake) theme songs for Soaring Sky! Precure , while Nochimoto sang the theme song for the 2022 feature film,...

A major anime outlet has unveiled its voters' top picks for the most anticipated anime of the Winter 2024 season, ranked from #1 to #10.

Animate Times opened its polls for the most looked-forward-to anime for the upcoming season beginning in January, with votes remaining open until midnight on Dec. 25, 2023. As such, the current standings are subject to change, although they give a strong indication of what Japanese viewers are especially interested in. Unsurprisingly, Solo Leveling has taken the lead with its #1 rank, with the popular work making waves as a webtoon before the announcement of an anime adaptation by A-1 Pictures. Crunchyroll will premiere the series' global release, with a new trailer and the first cuts of Episode 1 recently revealed. However, the rest of the 10 most anticipated Winter 2024 anime, seen below, show plenty of diversity -- along with a couple of surprises.

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Studio Trigger's reputation for creating high-energy, imaginative anime sets them apart in the industry. While some of their works may have flaws, Trigger's talent and creativity shine through in their animations. From their highly-anticipated productions to their collaborations and remakes, Trigger consistently delivers unique and memorable content.

Since 2013, Studio Trigger has carved a name for itself by creating high-energy anime, often depicting wild stories that allow the staff to push their imagination to the limits. While their output isn't as prolific as other big-name anime production companies, it only makes their existing work more noteworthy.

With producing the highly-anticipated Delicious in Dungeon next year, the studio has entered discussion yet again. While it has a reputation for animating wacky shows for wackiness' sake, the inventiveness of the studio cannot be denied, even if it doesn't always strike true.

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This Sunday at 12:00 Pm on Food Network, viewers are invited to a heartwarming celebration on “Delicious Miss Brown” with Season 9’s special episode, “Happy Birthday, Bryon!” Kardea Brown, in a gesture of love and culinary flair, marks her boo’s most recent trip around the sun with a delectable menu tailored to his favorites.

In this episode, Kardea pulls out all the stops to create a birthday feast that reflects the essence of her boo’s taste buds. The menu boasts a delightful array, featuring Collard Green Stuffed Shells, Pear and Glazed Pecan Salad, Cast-Iron Garlic Parmesan Biscuits, and a sweet finale with Strawberry-Swirl Cheesecake. It’s not just a birthday celebration; it’s a culinary journey through flavors that hold a special place in the birthday honoree’s heart.

For fans of Delicious Miss Brown and those who appreciate the joy of celebrating with good food, “Happy Birthday,...

To celebrate the release of Signora Volpe Series One arriving on DVD and digital

20th November 2023, we’re giving away 2 Blu-Rays!

Pack your bags for a brand-new Italian-set, sumptuous sleuthing adventure that sees TV favourite Emilia Fox star as the eponymous lead – Signora Volpe – a disillusioned British spy turned amateur detective. The sunny, thrilling and fun four-part crime series also stars Tara Fitzgerald and Jamie Bamber.

Following its hugely successful launch on Acorn TV, its recent run on UKTV Drama and with a second series on the horizon, now is the perfect time to enjoy Signora Volpe Series One which arrives on DVD and digital on 20 November 2023 courtesy of Acorn Media International. The DVD comes complete with special features, including a ‘Meet the Characters’ featurette with interviews with Emilia Fox and Tara Fitzgerald.

Set in the sunny and scenic Umbria, we meet Sylvia Fox, a quietly intelligent, confident woman, who...

On Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 1:00 Pm, Food Network will air Season 9 of “Delicious Miss Brown” with an episode titled “It’s a Big Thanksgiving!”

In this episode, host Kardea Brown takes viewers on a culinary journey from her South Carolina kitchen. Known for her down-home Southern cooking, Kardea brings her unique twist to traditional family recipes. She expertly combines the flavors of the South to create delicious dishes that reflect her heritage.

Kardea’s Sea Island home becomes the backdrop as she prepares a Southern Thanksgiving feast, showcasing her culinary prowess and her ability to bring generations of family recipes to life.

“Delicious Miss Brown” is a cooking show that highlights Southern comfort food and hospitality. In this episode, viewers can expect to learn some classic Southern Thanksgiving recipes with a Kardea Brown touch.

Tune in to Food Network on November 12, 2023, to enjoy “Delicious Miss Brown: It’s a Big Thanksgiving!

Exclusive: Following the TIFF world premiere of Unicorns, the buzzy cross-cultural romance marking his feature acting debut, British actor and singer Jason Patel has taken on new reps at Gersh and Untitled Entertainment.

World premiering up north just a few weeks ago, the film from Sally El-Hosaini and James Krishna Floyd has him starring as Aysha, a British Indian drag queen living a double life, with Ben Hardy (Love at First Sight) as Luke, a single father from Essex who works as a mechanic. When their paths collide, an emotional search for identity is sparked.

Pic debuted to almost universally positive reviews and landed Patel on several Best Performance lists out of the festival. CAA is handling sales.

In addition to his acting career, Patel is an emerging musical artist whose work spans pop and R&b. His latest single, “Choclafied,” was released worldwide in August, and will be followed...

There is a lot to like in Netflix’s Chinese film, Delicious Romance. It thrives on a good blend of emotions, using filmmaking techniques innovatively to bring out the complexities of the characters. It looks at modern relationships from the perspective of three childhood friends who are now working and struggling in their professional lives while trying to make sense of their relationships with each other and with the world. The film comes alive right from the first scene, setting the stage for a promising ride with the three women. It is remarkable to tell a story of multiple characters while managing to go into the depths of their hearts and minds to bring out the nuances and, on top of that, keep it all together with a tightly-knit screenplay. It is filled with frames that are revealing in their representation and actions that widely reflect characters’ emotional states. We...

Orange Studio is launching several French projects at the Cannes Film Market, including Simon Bouisson’s “Drone,” a thriller produced by Haut et Court (“The Night of the 12th”), and “Miss Violet,” a period drama directed by Eric Besnard (“Delicious”) and starring Alexandra Lamy (“Rolling to You”).

Bouisson, who is directing “Drone,” previously penned and directed the short-format series “Stalk” which was hit on France Televisions’ youth-centered service and has been optioned for a remake in the U.S. The thriller stars Marion Barbeau, the dancer-turned-actor who broke through in Cedric Klapisch’s “Rise,” as well as Eugénie Derouand (“Paris Police”), Cédric Kahn (“November”) and Stefan Crepon (“Peter Von Kant”)

“Drone” follows Emilie who has freshly arrived in Paris to study architecture. At night, to make ends meet, she works as a cam-girl, something which she keeps to herself. One evening, a mysterious drone appears at her apartment window. From then on,...

Titles include ‘Delicious Romance’ and ‘The Ex-File 4’

Beijing-based sales agency Blossoms Entertainment returns to Hong Kong Filmart – the company’s first physical market since 2019 – with a trio of new film titles, including Delicious Romance and The Ex-File 4, both from Chinese studio Huayi Brothers.

Delicious Romance is adapted from 2021’s hit TV series of the same name, which streamed on Tencent Video and Netflix. It reunites directors Leste Chen and Hsu Chao-Jen with the same main cast members Li Chun, Zhang Hanyun and Naomi Wang from the original series. The story continues to follow three best friends as they lean on...

Woody Allen might still be persona non grata for many in the U.S., but international distributors will likely be clamoring to see his new film, Coup de Chance, which will be presented to buyers at the upcoming European Film Market.

WestEnd Films, in collaboration with Gravier Productions, will kick off sales for the film in Berlin next week.

Allen’s 50th feature marks the director’s French-language debut and features an ensemble cast of local stars, including Lou De Laâge (The Innocents), Valérie Lemercier (Aline), Melvil Poupaud (Summer of 85) and Niels Schneider (Heartbeats).

In a statement, Allen called the the movie a “story of romance, passion and violence set in contemporary Paris. Shot all over the city and a little bit in the countryside, it evolves around a romance between two young people who are old friends and devolves into marital infidelity and ultimately crime.”

The movie reunites Allen...

Cuphead’s Dlc, the Delicious Last Course, is a hearty meal full of new bosses, challenges, and achievements. While most of these digital trophies are self-explanatory, one of those unlocks is already making gamers scratch their heads.

Mind you, it’s easy to understand all the confusion. After all, the elusive Paladin achievement in Cuphead simply reads: “Obtain great power.” That’s not exactly the most helpful of descriptions. Sure, that “explanation” implies that unlocking the achievement is no easy task, but unlike other achievements, the description doesn’t provide any actual instructions. How does one go about obtaining “great power” in the Delicious Last Course? After some digging, we have uncovered the path gamers need to traverse to unlock this achievement.

Before you can start, you need to buy the Broken Relic from Porkrind’s Emporium. The item costs only one coin, so it won’t break the bank,...

Cuphead‘s long-awaited Delicious Last Course Dlc is finally here, which means it’s time for Cuphead fans everywhere to do battle with the Dlc’s new collection of visually striking and frustratingly difficult bosses.

Yes, if you thought that the Delicious Last Course would somehow take things easy on you after everything Cuphead put you through, you’re sadly mistaken. If anything, the difficulty level of the average Dlc boss is roughly equal to the difficulty level of the absolute toughest bosses in the base game. Some even set a new standard for how challenging a Cuphead boss can be.

While every Delicious Last Course player will inevitably face that one boss they just can’t get past, here’s our rough ranking of every new boss in the Dlc from easiest to hardest.

8. The King’s Leap

I was going to list these fights out individually, but I...

To the casual observer, there’s nothing remarkable about Sylvia. An intelligent, confident woman, Sylvia tends to keep quiet about her formidable linguistic abilities, impressive knowledge of weaponry, and skills as a markswoman.

Questions about her professional life are met with bland answers about an unspectacular career in the Civil Service, which is only very slightly true – because until recently, Sylvia was a high-ranking British spy.

That's the official logline of Acorn TV's Signora Volpe, starring Emilia Fox as Sylvia. We had a chance to chat with her about making the show.

As much as I love to watch international programming, I only get bits and pieces of everything out there. You don't make it easy. You have one of the busiest schedules I've ever seen.

Who? Me?

Yes.

Do you know what, it's love, that's the sort of the joy of the job, isn't it? You can be so,...

The 15th annual Television Academy Honors list is out, recognizing seven exceptional TV programs and their producers who used powerful and innovative storytelling to advance social change.

The programs representing some of the most significant and impactful television of 2021 are Black and Missing, Dopesick, Insecure, It’s a Sin, Reservation Dogs, Taste the Nation: Holiday Edition and The Year Earth Changed. Read details about each below.

“Now more than ever, television informs and galvanizes audiences around the world,” Television Academy Chairman and CEO Frank Scherma said. “These seven remarkable programs have enlightened viewers and advocated for some of the most significant issues facing our global community. We are pleased to honor these extraordinary programs and producers who are committed to influencing social change.”

In addition to this year’s honorees, the Honors selection committee is giving special recognition to three other programs: Fauci (National Geographic), Maid (Netflix) and Tulsa Burning: The...

Signora Volpe is poised to be another breakout hit for Acorn TV.

The streaming service today revealed the official trailer and premiere date for the three-part detective drama series starring Emilia Fox.

The series was filmed on location in the stunning Lazio and Umbria regions in Italy, and will make its debut Monday, May 2, on Acorn TV, AMC Networks’ acclaimed streamer devoted to British and international television.

Episodes will continue to debut on Mondays through May 16.

"To the casual observer, there’s nothing remarkable about Sylvia Fox (Fox) - an intelligent, confident woman in her forties, she tends to keep quiet about her formidable linguistic abilities, impressive knowledge of weaponry, and skills as a markswoman," reads the official description of the series.

"Questions about her professional life are met with bland answers about an unspectacular career in the Civil Service."

"Which is only very slightly true – because until recently, Sylvia was a high-ranking British spy.

Organizers of the upcoming Berlinale continue to plan for a physical festival under strict safety measures, but with the EFM already moved online due to rising Covid-19 cases, this year looks set to be another gloomy gathering, not only for Germany’s dispirited film sector, but also for Berlin businesses bracing for more lost revenue.

Local cinema operators and distributors have welcomed the move, but the condensed event and ongoing Omicron scare is likely to keep attendance on the low side.

“This is such an important signal for the entire culture and film industry,” says Christian Bräuer, chairman of independent cinema association Ag Kino – Gilde and managing director of Berlin’s Yorck-Kino group. “Of course, as social venues, we are aware of our responsibility. Especially in the pandemic, however, the special value of cultural life and experience is evident.”

While city life has markedly improved since last year, when it...