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10 Anime Movies That Are Terrible From Beginning to End

Shawn Wilken — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:45:12 GMT

The world of anime movies features legendary cinematic achievements, but it also contains massive blunders that missed the mark. While an underwhelming television series can slowly find its footing over multiple episodes, a feature movie has one chance to deliver a cohesive experience and entertain the audience. When high-concept premises collapse under the weight of terrible pacing, bizarre structural choices, and outright narrative incompetence, the result can be painful to sit through and ultimately forgettable.

Best '80s Games That Are Worth Revisiting

Scott Baird — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:15:12 GMT

Video games in their most recognizable form were created in the '70s, but that was an era when the hardware and production roles were still being worked out. It wasn't until the '80s that the titans of the industry were born, and the true classics made their way to the arcades and original home consoles.

6 Shows to Watch if You Loved Widow's Bay on Apple TV

Stephen Rosenberg — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:24 GMT

Apple TV’s newest hit, Widow’s Bay, is a prime example of a fantastic show that not enough people have heard of. The Katie Dippold-created horror-comedy series has a sky-high 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and finds the perfect balance between slapstick humor and frightening terror.

Brad Dourif Vows to Keep Voicing Chucky Forever After Retirement

Jeremy Dick — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:58:41 GMT

Child's Play star Brad Dourif has stepped back from acting, all but retired from taking on more movie and television roles. Be that as it may, he's refusing to let someone else take over the role of Chucky, vowing to continue playing the part amid reports of another reboot being in the works.

10 Saddest Anime Characters Who Are Overpowered

Areeba Khan — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:45:12 GMT

Not every powerful anime character enjoys the strength they possess. Some carry abilities that isolate them from other people, while others gain power through trauma, sacrifice or loss.

Crunchyroll Finally Gets Anime Streaming Rival That’s Giving Fans Free 24/7 Access to Naruto, Demon Slayer, Fullmetal Alchemist and More

Leo Reyna — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:43:43 GMT

A new anime streaming service is giving Crunchyroll a run for its money by offering fans 24/7 access to the biggest anime hits of today and yesteryear.

Obsession Gets Unfortunate Streaming Update Amid Grossing Almost 200x Times Its Budget

Jeremy Dick — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:28:59 GMT

The low-budget horror movie Obsession has been enjoying immense success at the box office. It's fantastic news for the team behind the film, but the catch for horror fans is that it's going to make the wait to see the horror feature at home a little bit longer.

7 Dark Action Anime That Are 10/10, No Notes

Shawn Wilken — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:26:13 GMT

The intersection of action and pitch-black thematic writing represents one of the most potent spaces in modern anime. While traditional adventure stories rely on clear moral boundaries and comforting hero journeys, the dark action subgenre thrives on structural despair, psychological collapse, and the grim realities of violence and those who instill it.

Clint Eastwood Celebrated on 96th Birthday After Apparent Retirement

Jeremy Dick — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:02:33 GMT

Legendary actor and filmmaker Clint Eastwood is now just four years away from becoming a centenarian. He has officially turned 96 years old, and Eastwood is going viral with fans all over the world honoring him for the special occasion.

7 Near-Perfect 2000s Anime Series No One Remembers

Shawn Wilken — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:00:13 GMT

Anime became bigger than ever between 2000 to 2009, with the medium exploding in popularity thanks to hugely popular series like Naruto, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Death Note, and Bleach. The legacy of these iconic series can still be felt today, but unfortunately, many other amazing anime from the 2000s have been completely overlooked.