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The first "Fullmetal Alchemist" anime is a victim of its own success. Premiering in 2003, it bolstered the already popular manga about two alchemist brothers (Edward and Alphonse Elric) looking for the Philosopher's Stone. The series was so popular that Studio Bones made a second anime out of the manga — "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" — in 2009.

"Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" is widely considered one of the best anime of all time, and it surpassed the first attempt. Unlike the 2003 anime, which had to improvise because of unfinished source material, "Brotherhood" faithfully told Arakawa's story from beginning to end. Nowadays, "Brotherhood" is the definitive "Fullmetal" anime while the 2003 series has been forgotten. When people talk about "Fullmetal Alchemist," they're usually referring to "Brotherhood."

The 2003 "Fullmetal Alchemist" is still good, though. It's downright impressive how the show completed its narrative with only a few of the puzzle pieces — because it knew to re-order them. Even the series' first half,...

Much like live-action movies and TV, the question of the single best anime, or the single most popular anime, is a complicated one. For many people, the anime that made them fans of the medium will always have a special place in their heart. That goes double for shows with a high number of episodes, because that kind of commitment must mean the series is good, right? There's also the unfortunate fact that older titles aren't easily accessible and therefore not widely known unless you track down a very expensive physical copy or pirate it. For instance, "Neon Genesis Evangelion" is widely considered one of the best works of anime ever, but it was virtually unwatchable until a few years ago when Netflix licensed it, meaning you were unlikely to find it in many top anime lists.

All this is to say, it's both surprising and expected that the best...

Jason Clarke has been cast in a lead role in Hulu’s upcoming limited series about the infamous Murdaugh family, Variety has learned.

Clarke will star in the currently untitled show alongside Patricia Arquette, whose casting was reported in September. Clarke will star as family patriarch Alex Murdaugh while Arquette will play Maggie Murdaugh. The show is based on the Murdaugh family story and draws from the reporting of journalist Mandy Matney, the creator of the “Murdaugh Murders Podcast.”

The official logline for the show states:

“On the surface, Alex Murdaugh (Clarke) seems to have it all: wealth, status, and unchecked privilege in rural Hampton County, South Carolina where four generations of Murdaughs have built a sprawling legal dynasty. But when a deadly accident shines a harsh spotlight on Alex, his wife Maggie (Arquette), and their sons Buster and Paul, the almighty Murdaugh facade begins to crumble leading Alex to...

Ah, "Fullmetal Alchemist." Hiromu Arakawa's breakout manga follows two alchemist brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, on a quest to find the Philosopher's Stone. They tried, and failed, to bring their dead mother Trisha back to life with alchemy — instead of regaining their mother, Ed lost his left leg and Al his whole body. (Ed then gave up his right arm to bind Al's soul to a suit of armor.). Now, only the mythic elixir can help the two brothers heal each other both in body and spirit.

It's one of my favorite anime and a key reason I think about it so often is because it's really two anime in one. Studio Bones adapted Arakawa's original "Fullmetal Alchemist" manga twice, first in 2003 then again in 2009 for a second, more faithful anime known in the West as "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood."

The two shows complement each other by being so different.

In the latest episode of Interrogation Raw, titled “Broken Brotherhood,” viewers are taken into the heart of a chilling investigation. Airing at 10:01 Pm on Thursday, December 5th, 2024, on A&e, this episode delves into a brutal home invasion that results in a man being beaten to death and set on fire. As the authorities scramble to find the perpetrator, things take an unexpected turn when a shocking 911 call reveals a tense situation between two brothers.

The interrogation room becomes the stage for a gripping battle of words, as the brothers are pitted against each other. With emotions running high and secrets bubbling to the surface, the investigators must sift through the conflicting stories to uncover the truth behind the horrific crime. Viewers can expect a tense and suspenseful episode as the brothers’ broken relationship adds a layer of complexity to the investigation. Interrogation Raw continues to provide an unflinching look into real-life crimes,...

It is once again New Music Friday, and Consequence is back to recommend the best new albums to stream.

Among today’s highlights are How to Re-Assemble an Atomic Bomb, U2’s previously unreleased “shadow album” to their Grammy-winning 2004 LP; the first solo album by The Breeders’ Kim Deal, and Red Hot’s new compilation album seeking to uplift trans voices. Plus, new music from Father John Misty, Hovvdy, Opeth, and Scarlet House.

Here are eight new albums to stream today.

Father John Misty – Mahashmashana

Josh Tillman, better known as the ever-eccentric Father John Misty, is back with Mahashmashana, the follow-up to his 2022 project Chloë and the Next 20th Century. Previewed by singles “Screamland,” “She Cleans Up,” and “I Guess Time Just Makes Fools of Us All,” the celebrated songwriter showcases an even more expansive sound with this new set of songs.

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There are some real bright spots in Mario & Luigi: Brothership, which is the first game in the Mario & Luigi series to be developed by Acquire. The combat, which requires timed button presses to land attacks or dodges, is a nice continuation of what the series has done before. The main innovation are the combos, which involve using both Mario and Luigi (each bound to different face buttons) to deal maximum damage, as the brother plumbers jump and flip and toss each other into the air. The eco-conscious, connection-building message is admirable enough, if a tad underdeveloped. But considering the expectations that come with being a Mario role-playing game, Brothership is largely a disappointment.

The world of Concordia, the new kingdom where the game takes place, is broadly lacking in personality or flair. The different islands, which are Brothership’s version of stages, are colorful enough, but their visual themes aren’t particularly striking or memorable,...

Back in the day, it was pretty common for a manga and its anime adaptation to air at the same time. Sometimes, it would even mean that the anime made many original decisions due to the lack of available chapters. Black Butler, Fruits Basket, Soul Eater, and Fullmetal Alchemist are some popular examples of this phenomenon.

While most of these series originally changed many things from the manga, Fullmetal Alchemist is the only one to bring two different experiences to life, and somehow both make sense in their own way.

Edward and Alphonse in Fullmetal Alchemist (2003) | Credits: Studio Bones

While some fans prefer Fullmetal Alchemist, others wouldn’t think twice before crowning Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood as their absolute favorite. Both series have found dedicated fanbases and the ‘which one’s better’ debate has been ongoing since forever. However, when one looks at the fan discussions, it becomes clear that fans...

Peter Hook & the Light have announced a 2025 North American tour where they’ll play New Order’s 2001 album Get Ready in full, as well as a handful of other New Order and Joy Division favorites.

The tour follows Peter Hook & the Light’s 2024 outing, which saw Hook and his band performing the Joy Division and New Order singles compilations Substance in full. Now, Hook is preparing for a major celebration of Get Ready, which served as New Order’s first album in eight years upon its release in 2001 as well as the final album with their original lineup.

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The 13-date North American run begins with a show in Montreal on May 22nd and continues through the East and Midwest, hitting cities like Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Nashville, St. Louis, Atlanta, New Orleans, Orlando, and more. The tour concludes with a performance in Miami on June...

Hellsing, the ultimate vampire anime, has stolen the hearts of Dracula lovers for decades. It received a 13-episode anime adaptation by Studio Gonzo in 2001 and then a 10-episode Ova in 2006. But fans still can’t have enough of Alucard.

In all honesty, can you ever have enough of Alucard? His sharp grin, paired with an even sharper tongue, creates a menacing image, and his Op abilities make him the strongest vampire in existence. This leads to the good news: prepare to have Hellsing-flavored adrenaline injected directly into your bloodstream soon.

Rumors Dicatate that Hellsing Might Receive an Anime Remake Hellsing | Credits: Gonzo Studio

The original Hellsing anime by Studio Gonzo lacked in many aspects. It began by adapting the manga but then veered off into an entirely different plotline. Hellsing Ultimate, on the other hand, is applauded for its perfect representation of the original material. The difference between Hellsing and...

For over a decade, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood has been the undefeated king of MyAnimeList (Mal). On the site’s Top-Rate Anime section, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood sat on its throne as the top-rated anime by users and was never usurped. Despite the barrage of new shows that have been massively successful like Attack on Titan, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Demon Slayer, no other anime, not even One Piece, has managed to dethrone Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood from its right spot. However, now times have changed and a new contender made its presence known.

The Elric brothers in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. [Credit: Studio Bones]

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War just began its Part 3 and fans have already voted for it a lot on Mal. So much so, Part 3 of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War has surpassed the undefeated Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. A decades-long worth on its throne only to be knocked down a step by Bleach. In 2023, it went...

The First Feature Competition at the 68th BFI London Film Festival 2024 is an exciting platform that celebrates bold, imaginative debuts from new directors. This year, the competition is as diverse as ever, showcasing fresh talent and unique stories from around the world, all vying for the prestigious Sutherland Award, which honors the most original and visionary directorial debut.

One of the standout entries is Crocodile Tears, a genre-blending film from writer-director Tumpal Tampubolon. This atmospheric and eerie debut is a testament to the thriving cinema culture in Southeast Asia, immersing viewers in a world where boundaries between genres and emotions blur effortlessly. Another notable contender is Hanami, Denise Fernandes’ stunning tribute to her homeland, Cape Verde. This coming-of-age drama beautifully captures the magic and rawness of life in the West African islands, a poignant exploration of identity and home.

Neo Sora’s Happyend brings a different flavor to the competition,...

This week on The Anime Effect: UK band Oma and Shing02 stop by the pod on their Luv(sic) Hexalogy Tour, plus even More updates about Dragon Ball Daima and the hosts eagerly await playing as Zelda in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom . Episode 31 of The Anime Effect is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else you listen to your podcasts! If you're waiting to watch the video episode, it'll be live on Crunchyroll and YouTube at 7 p.m. Et. Listen or Watch on: Episode 32 Summary In this week's episode, LeAlec is joined by guest hosts Alex Lebl and Josellie Rios to share their deepest, darkest secrets but also talk  Bocchi The Rock! movie news, even more Dragon Ball Daima updates and Solo Leveling season two premiere announcement, plus more! Then, Leah and LeAlec sit down with UK band Oma, who recently toured with Shing02, and chat about their hip-hop influences,...

The 2000s were one of the best decades for anime and a highlight was Fullmetal Alchemist by Hiromu Arakawa. Studio Bones has adapted the manga twice in two different series, one of them being Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. While this particular series was more faithful to the source material, it still had its flaws. The changes made were subtle but one of the most notorious faults was the condensing of major arcs.

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood condenses volume 15 of the manga, one of its most impactful arcs, into just one episode. The Ishvalan War of Extermination, episode 30 of Brotherhood, ends up being the only episode out of 64 that covers the arc. Fans have agreed that the manga is undoubtedly better at dealing with this arc.

The Arc That Deserved a Better Adaptation The Ishvalan War of Extermination arc in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. [Credit: Studio Bones]

The manga dedicates considerable time and attention to the Ishvalan War.

One of the founding members of the iconic music group the Jackson 5 has died. Tito Jackson, brother to pop icon Michael Jackson, died on Sunday. He was 70 years old. Here is a look back at Tito’s career and the legacy he left behind.

Tito Jackson’s Death Confirmed By Nephew & Family Friend

Entertainment Tonight broke the news of Tito’s death. Word of the music star’s passing came from Steve Manning, who is a longtime friend of the Jackson family.

It is believed that Tito Jackson suffered a heart attack while on a road trip. He was driving from Oklahoma to New Mexico. At this time, the cause of death is still undetermined. Siggy Jackson, Tito’s nephew, confirmed the news of his death.

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Tito Jackson is most well-known as being a member of the Jackson 5. The group became an international sensation in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Argue all you want about last night’s contest between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. But there’s no debating the fact that the Democrats are fiercely ahead in an equally important battle: the crate-digging wars.

Early Tuesday afternoon, hours before the presidential debate at the National Constitution Center, a woman walked into Latchkey Records, an indie record store in south Philadelphia, and asked owner Marc Faletti about his stock of Depeche Mode and other new wave records. After taking a few photos of what was in stock, like rare...

Assassin’s Creed Shadows follows the footsteps of Call of Duty by bringing back a well-requested mechanic back in the game. Ubisoft needs all it can to attract as many people as possible.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows set to bring back a widely celebrated feature from the franchise. Image Credit: Ubisoft

By bringing back this mechanic Ubisoft is playing with nostalgia in order attract more players to the game and increase its hype in the months following its release. Call of Duty has done the same with Black Ops 6, by bringing back the zombie mode.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Will Have Brotherhood‘s Most Iconic Mechanic Assassin’s Creed Shadows faced some level of controversy but is shaping up to be a great gaming experience. Image Credit: Ubisoft

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set to bring back one of the most iconic features from the previous games of the franchise.

In the 2000s, Studio Bones twice transmuted Hiromu Arakawa's manga "Fullmetal Alchemist" into anime. The second series, "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood," is more faithful to the source material (it helps when you have the whole story to adapt). That said, it makes changes too. Much more subtle changes than the 2003 "Fullmetal Alchemist" series, but changes nonetheless, from creating new villains to condensing the story. In particular, "Brotherhood" crams volume 15 of the manga — one of its most impactful arcs — into episode 30: "The Ishvalan War of Extermination."

"Fullmetal Alchemist" is set in a steampunk version of 1900s Europe where alchemy is a real science. The main setting is Amestris, an expansive imperial state at war on all sides and ruled by a military dictatorship from within. Alchemists can become State Alchemists ("dogs of the military") to receive grant funding in exchange for answering a call to arms when requested.

The flashback...

The latest episode of “Gangland Chronicles,” titled “The Aryan Brotherhood,” is set to air on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 10:03 Pm on History. This gripping installment delves into the dark and dangerous world of America’s most notorious prison gang, the Aryan Brotherhood. Known for its violent tactics and ruthless determination, this gang will stop at nothing to eliminate anyone who threatens their power.

Viewers will get an inside look at the history of the Aryan Brotherhood and the fierce conflicts they have instigated within the prison system. Through interviews with former members and law enforcement officials, the episode aims to uncover the gang’s origins, motivations, and the sheer brutality that defines their reign of terror. The narrative unfolds with harrowing stories of betrayal and violence, illustrating how the Aryan Brotherhood engages in brutal warfare against rival gangs and even prison authorities.

As the episode progresses, audiences will gain insight...

Even though the anime concluded over a decade ago, Hiromu Arakawa’s Fullmetal Alchemist ranks among one of the greatest titles in the community. From splendid visuals to enthralling storytelling, the anime has dominated the peak of the famous anime ranking list for over a decade.

Hiromu Arakawa introduces viewers to the story of two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, and their quest to find the Philosopher’s Stone. Undoubtedly, Fullmetal Alchemist is considered one of the best anime in the seinen genre, captivating many viewers with the brother’s heartwarming journey.

Alphonse and Edward Elric, our two protagonists from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood | Credit: Studio Bones

Sadly, Hiromu Arakawa faced a lot of criticism from fans for the controversial Fullmetal Alchemist‘s epilogue. Interestingly, the legendary mangaka once shared that her original plans for the anime could have changed the entire storyline dramatically.

Fullmetal Alchemist’s Author Reveals Untold...

Both Hiromu Arakawa and Kentaro Miura are legends in the manga industry. While Arakawa’s Fullmetal Alchemist has captured the hearts of thousands of otakus all over the globe, Berserk is one of the best series in the seinen genre.

Ever since Kentaro Miura began his manga in 1989, many authors have been inspired by Berserk. Several series also hold a similarity to Guts’ adventure and Fullmetal Alchemist is one of them. Plenty of scenes and concepts in Fullmetal Alchemist are similar to those present in Miura’s work.

Fullmetal Alchemist Characters That Seem Inspired by Berserk Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. [Credit: Studio Bones]

While any two series can be compared and similar characteristics can be found between them, under no circumstances can it be called a ripoff. Similarly, despite Fullmetal Alchemist and Berserk having some common elements, it does not mean Hiromu Arakawa copied Kentaro Miura‘s work. A Reddit post points out...

New Order have announced a “definitive” box set of their 1986 album, Brotherhood, out November 22nd via Warner Music. What’s more, they’re separately reissuing the 12-inch singles for “Bizarre Love Triangle,” “State of the Nation,” and “Touched by the Hand of God.”

The Brotherhood collection features nine unreleased songs and demos from a 1985 recording session in Japan alongside remixes and their contributions to the soundtrack of Beth B’s film Salvation. Among these tracks are the full-length version of “Every Little Counts” and instrumental versions of “All Day Long” and “Broken Promise.”

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Also included are DVDs containing live performances at Brixton Academy, G-Mex Manchester, and Glastonbury, as well as TV shows from the UK and Europe — all of which are coming to DVD for the first time. Pre-orders for Brotherhood Definitive Edition and the 12-inch reissues are ongoing.

Just in case that...

The original Fullmetal Alchemist anime, though interesting at first, had to digress from the plot and had a non-canon ending. Next came Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, the anime remake that more or less adapted the whole story by Hiromu Arakawa.

However, one problem still persisted: the plot was still not adapted completely. Brotherhood did show the ending constructed by Arakawa, but there were several arcs that were either shortened or changed. According to fans, Brotherhood failed to be a true adaptation in its hurry to catch up to what the previous anime didn’t cover.

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Failed to do Hiromu Arakawa Justice Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood | Credits: Bones

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood has been the highest-rated anime on My Anime List for a long time, and anime-only fans love it to no end. But only readers of the actual manga know how much Brotherhood skipped on the original arcs. Brotherhood has...

Ranker is a popular place on the Internet where people can rank whatever they want, however, they want, and whenever they want. This is always a fan-focused ranking system, and it is never officially tied to the people behind the projects in question. Recently, a large survey was organized on Ranker, whose goal was to determine the most hated TV characters of all time. The list includes more than 150 characters, but in our report, we have decided to list the top ten characters from the site to provide you with better insight, combined with our original comments and opinions, which will add flavor to the whole report.

Of course, since this is indeed an important list, we have decided to report on it, so we are going to bring you the results by listing the top 10 characters on this list, from 10th to first place. We hope you’ll enjoy it!

Fullmetal Alchemist is a fan-favorite series and it also stayed number one on MyAnimeList for a long time. The successful response even to its live-action adaptation on Netflix just added further to its glory.

Edward Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist: The Revenge of Scar | Credits: Netflix

However, its creator, Hiromu Arakawa, had never foreseen such an enthusiastic reception by the fans over an announcement of a Netflix adaptation. Now with this, the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise just keeps on gaining audiences and getting a place in the cultural atmosphere in all types of mediums.

The Creator, Hiromu Arakawa Had Expected Mixed Fan-Reactions Of The Netflix Adaptation Edward & Alphonse | Credits: Studio Bones

Hiromu Arakawa was already prepared for the mixed reaction from fans regarding Netflix’s adaptation of the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise. Being a creator, she knew that in a new adaptation, inherently, there would be new elements that could turn the audience on high alert.

Assassin’s Creed was first released in 2007. It immediately became a people’s favorite in the following years with multiple releases, venturing into various worlds to explore and give us a taste of different cultures.

Needless to say, not every Assassin’s Creed game has managed to deliver what is usually expected out of it. To make things further interesting, here is a list of every Assassin’s Creed game ranked from worst to best, according to me.

Please note that this is a speculative list and just one man’s opinion. By no means does it claim to be an objective statement stating facts.

Assassin’s Creed Revelations

Assassin’s Creed Revelations could not quite reach the heights it aimed for. Image Credit: Ubisoft

Assassin’s Creed Revelations was the fourth major addition to the franchise, released in 2011 following Assassin’s Creed 2 and Brotherhood, both of which were absolute treats. Revelations failed to...

There’s no doubt that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is one of the most highly-anticipated titles of the year, which will finally allow fans of the franchise to explore Feudal-era Japan. Based on Ubisoft’s recent showcasing, Shadows is projected to be the title that will define an entire generation of gamers.

It’s a known fact that the Assassin’s Creed franchise is easily Ubisoft’s most successful property, serving as the company’s backbone for almost two decades. Despite Ubisoft’s promise that Shadows will be the game players have been desperately seeking, many in the community wonder if the Assassin’s Creed franchise has lost its way and is entirely past its prime.

Players Think Assassin’s Creed Has Lost It’s Main Selling Point The Assassin’s Creed franchise has changed in significant ways. (Image via Ubisoft)

The Assassin’s Creed franchise has had a long and ongoing legacy and gained...

Daniel Rudd is always creating. Whether on his solo project, Boy Hero, or on tour with Scene Queen as her guitarist, he is constantly taking inspiration from his surroundings and channeling it into new music or the next great performance. Amidst all of that, he finds plenty of time to stay absorbed in the anime and manga world. As it turns out, that is actually a primary catalyst in his musical output. So how does he do it? Read below to find out and also hear about how Asian Kung-fu Generation made him a better guitarist, his all-time favorites, and why he thinks anime and heavy music go so well together. Then go listen to his brand new EP! I know you have been on the road a lot recently. I was wondering if you had any chance to watch any anime on the plane? And if you did, what were you watching?...

The Assassin’s Creed franchise needs no reintroduction. Since its debut in the mid-2000s, it has taken players into detailed historical eras, letting them embody assassins from various cultures. Ezio Auditore, the Florentine assassin stole the hearts of gamers and has become the core part of the franchise’s success story.

Even as Ubisoft has explored numerous other historical periods and new protagonists over different creeds, Ezio’s epic saga seen in Assassin’s Creed II, Brotherhood, and Revelations remains a fan favorite. Now, with CEO Yves Guillemot confirming several Assassin’s Creed remakes, fans are concerned about Ezio’s story and don’t want much reimagined.

Ezio Auditore’s Assassin’s Creed Story Ezio Auditore is peak Creed. | Credit: Ubisoft

Assassin’s Creed fans saw the Rennesaince Italy through Ezio’s eyes in 2009. His trilogy continued with Brotherhood and Revelations in 2010 and 2011 leading players to Spain and Ottoman Empire as well.

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Hiromu Arakawa's "Fullmetal Alchemist" is one of the best manga/anime ever drawn. It's one of my favorites, and stands out among the crowded "battle shōnen" demographic. Rather than the fantastic Japanese setting of contemporary series like "Naruto" and "Bleach," "Fullmetal Alchemist" is more inspired by the West (though not without its translation hiccups).

Set in a version of 20th century Europe where alchemy is fact, not fiction, "Fullmetal Alchemist" follows brothers Edward and Alphonse "Ed and Al" Elric. The two young alchemists tried to bring their mother back to life, breaking the "ultimate taboo" of human transmutation. The experiment backfired, robbing Ed of his right arm and left leg and Al of his whole body. In their disabled states, they embark on a quest to find the Philosopher's Stone. The Stone can bypass the fundamental law of alchemy and, the brothers believe, restore their bodies.

In its original manga form,...

Stars: Common, Jennifer Hudson, Quvenzhané Wallis, Milla Jovovich, Sam Worthington, Raúl Castillo | Written by Doug Simon | Directed by Stefon Bristol

Breathe takes place in the year 2039 when plant life has become extinct and, as a result, Earth’s oxygen levels are too low to sustain life on the surface. One family, Darius, Maya and their daughter Zora survive in an underground bunker making brief trips to the surface with an oxygen suit Darius created.

As the film opens, Darius’ father dies in an accident on the surface. Darius decides to risk the journey to bury him next to his mother. Months later, he hasn’t returned, then Tess and Lucas turn up claiming to know what happened to him.

Writer Doug Simon and director Stefon Bristol are short on details about how Breathe’s world came to be. We’re simply told that Darius was an engineer and a prepper,...

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a title that has already been the subject of conversation due to the controversy with one of its two protagonists, Yasuke. Moreover, gamers are complaining about the game’s pricing.

Assassin’s Creed Mirage, the last tile, was much more similar to older titles in the series. Thus, it also received acclaim from series veterans. However, Shadows seems to be returning to the franchise’s formula, which includes RPG elements and a massive playable map to facilitate the same.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Will be closer to a title like Origins than something like Mirage Assassin’s Creed Shadows has two protagonists; one can switch between them while they explore the map.

Mirage was a title that garnered praise from reviewers because of how faithful it felt to the formula that made Assassin’s Creed the series it is today. The title took an incredibly different...

Exclusive: Amp International has taken world sales rights on the sci-fi film Touchdown from Bandit Country.

The film follows the story of five friends stranded across the world when meteor storms bring a new life form to Earth. As global authorities implement emergency controls and move in secret to eliminate the predator, the friends risk everything to survive as they come face to face with the monster.

The film stars Clinton Liberty (House Of The Dragon), Cressida Bonas (White House Farm), Will Attenborough (Dunkirk), Kai Luke Brummer (Moffie), Lily Frazer (Saint Maud) and Jason Flemyng (Boiling Point).

Produced by Josephine Rose of Bandit Country, Touchdown also marks her first feature as director. The film was shot remotely during lockdown in seven different countries, capturing ground and aerial footage in the UK, U.S., South Africa, Hong Kong, China, Thailand, and Australia. Rose has previously been Executive Producer on projects like Cinderella,...

TV Asahi is one of Japan’s best-known television channels, and anime fans will know it as well for its contribution to the anime market, which includes Crayon Shin-chan, Doraemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Blue Lock, Boys Over Flowers, Slam Dunk, Sailor Moon and numerous Gundam titles. But, recently, TV Asahi has decided to make a slightly different contribution to the world of anime by revealing a list of the 20 best anime songs of all time in a special program, but with a twist.

Namely, these songs were selected and ranked only by foreign, non-Japanese fans from around the world. The list includes songs from different time periods, which is why it is a very diverse list, and that is always a good thing. Sadly, we don’t have the special for you as it is not available for streaming, but we do have the list, so enjoy some of the best anime songs ever!

This post contains spoilers for "Fallout" season 1.

In its first season, Prime Video's adaptation of the hugely popular video game series "Fallout" follows several heroes and villains who are still working to understand what's real in their worlds. Walton Goggins' movie star character, Cooper Howard, slowly comes to realize that America is making up an apocalypse to sell back to itself, while Brotherhood of Steel squire Maximus quickly learns that the powerful men he idolized as a kid aren't all they're cracked up to be. It's Ella Purnell's Vault-dweller Lucy, though, who gets the biggest reality check when she leaves her underground dwelling to explore a ruthless world with no place for the chipper sense of entitlement she was taught to convey.

Given the themes of the series, it's fitting that it's just as hard to tell what's real and what's not behind-the-scenes of "Fallout" as it is in front of the camera.

Jonathan Nolan’s Fallout adaptation is a success for many reasons, the least of all being its unique sense of identity separate from the games despite being true to the source material in every respect. It is this individuality of the Amazon original series that allows some room for creative liberty while Nolan and his writers’ room build a megalomaniacal post-apocalyptic world spread over the vast wasteland of America.

Ella Purnell as Lucy MacLean in Fallout [Credit: Amazon MGM Studios]Before veteran gamers and inexperienced fans flock to Amazon to tout their opinion on the adaptation, it might be wise to learn about the true extent of what Nolan has in store for his viewers. A Reddit fan theory that has recently been making the rounds might just shock some Fallout loyalists into a state of awe for its M. Night Shyamalan-esque twist waiting in the wings of the series’ Season 2.

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Ranker is a popular place on the Internet where people can rank whatever they want, however, they want, and whenever they want. This is always a fan-focused ranking system and it is never officially tied to the people behind the projects in question. Recently, a large survey was organized on the site with the following description:

If you grew up reading manga, you probably have some copies of Shonen Jump laying around your house. That being said, what is the best Shonen Jump anime of all time? Some of the most famous anime of all time was once published in Shonen Jump, such as One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, Gintama, and so many more massive shows. Shonen Jump anime series are usually long running, with shows like One Piece running close to 1,000 episodes at this point. The American version of Shonen Jump (based on Japan’s Weekly Shonen Jump) is no longer in circulation,...

Dystopian narratives often showcase the most unlikely mash-ups of differing sects, as the fall of civilization calls for unusual measures to be implemented. In the Fallout universe, the Brotherhood of Steel is such an intriguing faction that exists as a technocratic military organization that is founded on a theological belief system. The more interesting aspect of the Brotherhood is that its religious roots are based not on veneration of divinity but rather on worshipping the technology of the pre-war era. Guided by a strict hierarchy maintaining order and regulations, the Brotherhood has self-serving motives, which posits them beyond the binary of good and evil.

In the first season of Amazon Prime’s Fallout TV series, the Brotherhood of Steel makes their presence felt by playing a key role in the central plotline, and by the end, through a chain of events, the organization ultimately gains the key to the future...

Fullmetal Alchemist has often been termed the best manga in terms of broad appeal. Because of its huge audience base, it has dominated charts for years, not just a single season. Hiromu Arakawa’s creation brilliantly includes comedy, action, dark fantasy, steampunk, and other genres.

So, of course, people will be interested in knowing the inspiration behind the bestseller, and how she stumbled upon the story. An old interview from 2017 holds the answer to this question and can stun many of you. After all, it isn’t a conventional shonen anime that inspired her.

Which manga inspired Fullmetal Alchemist?

In a 2017 interview, Hiromu Arakawa, the author of Fullmetal Alchemist, was asked which manga influenced her the most. Her reply was that she was most absorbed in reading Urusei Yatsura by Rumiko Takahashi.

Urusei Yatsura Illustration | Fandom

It was the first manga that Arakawa had bought with her own money. It...

"Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" has turned 15 years old. Debuting in 2009, it was the second (and more faithful) anime adaptation of the original manga by Hiromu Arakawa. It's one of the best anime of its decade and genre (battle shonen) too. For as much stock as you can put in fan community rankings, "Brotherhood" maintained the #1 spot on MyAnimeList for years and was only recently dethroned by 2023's breakout hit, "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End."

"Neon Genesis Evangelion" and "Cowboy Bebop" first converted me to anime, while I admit I watched the 2003 "Fullmetal Alchemist" first. Still, I'd say "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" is what made me an anime fan, not just an occasional admirer. It's one of the most satisfying experiences I've ever had with a TV series (I watched the last 13 episodes in a single sitting) and the high I've been chasing with anime since.

"Fullmetal Alchemist" is different from many other shonen (young boys) anime/manga.

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is a well-rounded anime with a broad audience base. While most famous anime often target a specific audience, be it shounen, seinen, shoujo, or kodomo, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood appealed to otakus from every age and genre.

For almost a decade, it has reigned as the top anime/manga on Anime News Network and My Anime List. These lists are trustworthy resources for otakus and are based on the rankings of millions of anime watchers.

So when a Fall 2023 anime burst into the scene and overtook Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood in a single swoop, everyone could feel a change in the air.

Which anime overtook Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, a Fall 2023 anime, took over Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood‘s top spot in the Anime News Network and My Anime List rankings.

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood was released in 2009. Studio Bones produced 64 episodes that won over a huge number of otakus.

22 months ago, we caught word that an “edge-of-your-seat survival thriller” starring Jennifer Hudson of Respect and Dreamgirls and Milla Jovovich of The Fifth Element and Resident Evil was about to head into production – and now we finally know when we’re going to have a chance to see the movie, which is titled Breathe. It will be getting a theatrical, digital, and on demand release on April 26th, and with that date just one month away, a trailer has made its way online. You can check it out in the embed above.

Directed by Stefon Bristol, who won a Film Independent Spirit Award for his 2017 short film See You Yesterday, from a Black List screenplay by Doug Simon, Breathe follows a mother named Maya and her daughter, who are forced to live underground after Earth is made uninhabitable due to a lack of oxygen. Only short trips to the surface...

Kaouther Ben Hania will make history for her native Tunisia on Sunday with its first Academy Award if her hotly tipped nominated work Four Daughters triumphs in the Best Documentary category on Sunday.

The director belongs to a generation of Tunisian filmmakers who emerged in the wake of their country’s so-called Jasmine Revolution, which ousted dictator Zine El Abidine Ben Ali in early 2011.

Habib Attia, who is one of the original producers on Four Daughters, has been an integral part of this movement too.

The Tunis-based producer has cinema in his blood as the son of late producer Ahmed Bahaeddine Attia, whose credits included Moufida Tlatli’s 1994 breakout The Silences of the Palace, starring Tunisian-Egyptian star Hend Sabry in her first major big screen role.

On finishing his high school studies, Attia headed to his mother’s native Italy to study engineering in Milan, rather than immediately following in his father’s footsteps.

The future of the Assassin’s Creed franchise is leaning towards a more diverse, nostalgic, and culturally enriching path. Ubisoft sees the value of its take on the action stealth genre and means to push forward in a generation where the game space is oversaturated with multiplayer and battle royale games with a twist of their own, showing how well they can adapt to the times as their games adapt through time as well.

According to a leak reported by Insider Gaming, the following years for Ubisoft are going to be pretty busy which will surely satisfy the fans, if the leaks are true that is. Openly known for setting their games in specific periods in time, the developers got more and more creative as previous titles indicate like Assassin’s Creed Odyssey taking place in Greece, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla in Norway, and the recent entry Assassin’s Creed Mirage is set at Baghdad.

Montreal-based filmmaker Meryam Joobeur made an international splash with her Oscar-nominated “Brotherhood,” winning considerable acclaim for a 2018 short about a rural Tunisian family wracked with heartache once the eldest son returns home after fighting for Isis. Premiering in competition in Berlin, Joobeur’s feature debut “Who Do I Belong To” builds on the same premise and keeps the same cast, but the filmmaker does not see her latest film as an extension or reimagining.

Instead, “Who Do I Belong To” reframes the narrative around a more female perspective, focusing on the family matriarch Aisha (Salha Nasraoui) who is torn between relief, grief and guilt when only one of her two escaped sons comes home. What’s more, he returns with a pregnant Syrian bride, unspeaking and unsettled beneath a full-body niqab. The feature also works in new tones, playing with magical realism and full-blown horror to better explore the story’s darkest corners.

Aïcha (Salha Nasraoui) and her husband Brahim (Mohamed Hassine Grayaa) live on a farm in northern Tunisia. It’s a modern rural environment of goats, trucks, home cooking and tight-knit families. In Meryam Joobeur’s feature-length debut “Who Do I Belong To,” an early sequence of Aïcha shaving Brahim’s face — an act of intimacy and trust — introduces a key part of the director’s aesthetic strategy: Dp Vincent Gonneville’s frequent use of extreme close-ups on the actors’ faces. At times, the camera hovers so close that they almost stop looking like faces at all; there’s a landscape quality to facial features observed from this kind of intense proximity. In the shaving scene, Grayaa’s cheeks, lathered with shaving foam, call to mind mountains buried under drifts of snow.

You might expect from this introduction that Brahim, this monumental patriarch, will play a bigger part in the subsequently unfolding events,...

The Fullmetal Alchemist anime series, both the original one and the remake Brotherhood, are some of the most invaluable projects that anime fans have ever been gifted with. Encircling around the inevitable theory of how every gain requires a sacrifice, the series won a lot of hearts along the way throughout the time that it aired onscreen.

Fullmetal Alchemist

But despite being created on the same manga, both anime series differ drastically, especially when it comes to their finales. While the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime had an extremely dark and unhappy ending, its remake Brotherhood more or less rectified it six years later in what can be described as “more faithful to the source material” manga remake. And now we know why.

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If you’ve been wanting to dive into the Fallout series and were waiting for a sign from beyond, now’s your chance. On February 22, Epic Games Store users can claim the first three games in the series for free as part of the company’s giveaway program.

This exciting offer not only caters to fans of the franchise but also invites newcomers to immerse themselves in the captivating post-apocalyptic world, making February 22nd a date eagerly awaited by gamers. Until then, users can claim the current free game on the store, Saber Interactive’s Dakar Desert Rally, which will be available till the 22nd of this month.

The Next Set of Freebies from the Epic Games Store are from the Fallout series

Gamers can claim Fallout 1, 2, and Tactics for free soon

Starting from February 22, Epic Games Store users can claim the following games free of charge from the platform:...

Meryam Joobeur’s Who Do I Belong To (Mé el Aïn) offers a timely perspective on war in the Middle East as her Arabic language Isis drama about a family in turmoil premieres in competition at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival.

The Canadian-Tunisian director deftly threads the themes of conflict, family and identity in a fantastical drama that centers on Aicha, a Tunisian mother played by Salha Nasraoui and greatly relieved to see her eldest son Mehdi (Malek Mechergui) unexpectedly return from fighting for the Islamic State in Syria.

But Aicha must deal with her husband Brahim (Mohamed Hassine Grayaa) feeling anger over their son’s betrayal for leaving their rural farm in Tunisia to embrace a violent war and return without his brother Amine and with a mysterious pregnant wife at his side. Soon, the presence of Mehdi and his niqab-clad wife casts a dark shadow that threatens to consume a tiny Tunisian village.

When thinking of Asian Kung-fu Generation , Naruto is probably the first anime that comes to mind. The band’s iconic “Haruka Kanata” is a staple in the Naruto universe and helped set the tone for one of its biggest arcs: the Chunin Exams. It’s no wonder that this is one of the group’s favorite anime, but what other series does Asian Kung-fu Generation enjoy? We got the chance to ask the group about their all-time favorite anime, which is always a tall task, but they managed to narrow it down to 11 picks. Related: How Anime Led Asian Kung-fu Generation to Being on the World Stage Do any of Asian Kung-fu Generation's picks make your own personal list of best anime? Check out their favorites below! Asian Kung-fu Generation's Favorite Anime Naruto Erased Bleach Image via Hulu Fullmetal Alchemist / Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood Naruto Shippuden Dororo Image via Hidive Bocchi The Rock!