Before the intro music is even played we get a very promising plot arc. Seeing a group of potential antagonists, who in God of High School fashion have absolutely splendid character designs. The motivations even seem grounded in the world building of this anime, which builds anticipation for their arrival. 

Now we see the different reactions to facing overwhelming power. This will not only become the central conflict of the episode but also its theme. Note how dread man is petrified similar to the flashback in the previous episode. Mori, however is more motivated than ever, despite impending consequences and a possible wardrobe change. This leads directly into the B-plot. Immediately we get some legendary characterization in this fight. The ominous words of “A wooden sword won’t be enough,” before Liberty Belle and glasses girl are throwing blows. The pacing here is pretty amazing as both fighters look like they can be unbalanced at any moment. When we finally see a character downed it is through strategic follow-up from a leading move that looks like can only be pulled off with the other fighter’s cooperation, but it plays nicely into the introduction of this character. Simply put I love this character’s motivation, Mise- (oof you gotta work a little harder than that.) Liberty Belle’s motivation, a harem fantasy, is something we’ve seen countless times in male anime characters. It’s particularly effective with this character due to her background in wrestling. It’s far more justified than the MC who just goes to school. Those of you who never truly experienced childhood should know wrestling (especially WWE) is a very male-dominated sports. The ambition to dominate those males is more than gender bending a trope. It’s grounding a motivation. And then plot armor. Liberty Belle manages to knock the sword away from glasses girl. Unfortunately glasses girl is the sword, and only uses a weapon to make her opponents feel better. She begins slashing at Liberty Belle’s tits and Liberty Belle passes out before her nip slips. After this we briefly get back to the A-story to find out Mori’s punishment. Mori, like most of us is punished for his actions as well as the act of existing. He is ordered to fight a commissioner. He is also given drugged food to awaken his potential, after one of the bad commissioners finds out the identity of his grandpa. A man who likely beat enlightenment into the bad commissioner if we are to base this event off the episode’s theme. Mori doesn’t take well to being drugged and passes out. 

Back to the B- plot, we get a glimpse into haircut employee’s life, he is a humble man, who possibly works in a pachinko parlor. This gives context to the fight where we see his fortitude. In the next fight we see Haircut employee overwhelmed by iigh Yagami and his one-off notebook. This scene does have the most characterization in their clothing. iigh Yagami wears sweats, which compliments his loose fighting style, and lax behavior. Even the glasses are for his little notebook. Haircut employee is wearing his anime casual slacks and a collared shirt. This further evinces his concise form, and precise strikes. This is a possible allusion to work ethic as well, (we’ve all had to tough out some internal bleeding for a check.) when Haircut employee is willingly bludgeoned by iigh Yagami’s slip-up, he humbly accepts the next ass whooping. An attack that impacts his muscles, bones, and organs, but doesn’t chip the plot armor. We see the fight get serious as the two let out special attacks. There is some splendid animation here. The theme is also revisited. Despite being overwhelmed iigh Yagami smiles before the finishing blows are delivered. 

Now we get to my least favorite trope, combined with my absolute favorite homage so far. Gomu Gomu no only the chosen may wield. Part of Mori’s drug training included eating fruit to unlock his power. While this power may be much greater than his previous strength, it is not stronger than the Jo-jo/One Piece cross homage. I am honestly offended by the accuracy in this impromptu “Death Battle”.

 Kaizoku Mori even with his awakened devil fruit is unable to match up with the commissioner and resorts to evading attacks, and essentially fleeing. Eventually the comissioner is restrained in the same way you’d imagine Mori would be after interrupting the match. Don’t worry Mori had already won the match seconds into the exhibition. Everyone reacts differently to overwhelming power. Well played The God of High School. Well played.

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The critics are calling it, “The year’s best animated movie.” In the trailer, Marvel comic actor Shameik Moore who voiced Miles Morales (Spider-Man) develops supernatural powers while attending High School. Miles uses his newly discovered skills to battle the evil Kingpin, a hulking madman who can open portals to other universes and pull different versions of Spider-Man into the world.

Actor Moore desired long ago to be character Miles Morales. He expressed it to CNET. “When I was younger and I first saw Miles Morales, I thought, ‘Dude, this is a black Spider-Man. I definitely want to play a black Spider-Man some day.'”

Furthermore, critics are also mentioning how entertaining, adventurous, funny and educational the movie is for children of all ages and even adults.

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It began with company executives deciding to limit consumers from using MoviePass during certain weekends to see specific films.  That was followed by a  restriction on the number of times the app could be used per month. Instead of being able to purchase tickets for a movie a day, MoviePass users can use the service three times a month.

The company nearly raised its monthly subscription cost to $14.95 had it not been for the backlash from consumers.

“We have heard – and we have listened to – our MoviePass Community and we will not be raising prices to $14.95 a month,” the company said in a press release. “The new plan is focused on usage by the bulk of our subscribers who have historically used MoviePass to attend three movies or fewer a month.”

For just under ten bucks, you could have seen a movie every day and saved a lot of money. MoviePass is desperately trying to save itself through controversial decisions logical to the company and dissuading to consumers. How long do you think MoviePass has in the market?

Tell us in the comments below.

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Today’s Black Panther is a culmination of technology, amazing wealth, advanced, unparalleled science. In short, he’s James Bond meets Ironman. Some combo that is. What once was a bland character is now a bonafide, A-list, top flight Marvel heavyweight in his own regard. He’s prodigious as a team member or off on his own adventure. And this was long over due, again, in my opinion.  Today’s Black Panther, king of the secluded and advanced land of Wakanda and played by Chadwick Boseman, has an entire suit made of a highly advanced combination of metal and sound called Vibranium.  His sister is Q to his Bond, a genius at science and the creative process behind all the Panther’s gadgets and hardware. It has to be seen to be appreciated, because no amount of pretty words on page can do this terrific movie enough justice.  A well crafted script embodied by a top notch cast that totally delivers on every line, in every scene. Amazing what a great production can do for the movie business.

There was nothing spared for anyone who appreciates this kind of film; action aplenty, fights galore, incredible car chases and, fortunately, thank the high Heavens a ‘real’ and well characterized ‘villain’-if you will-played brilliantly by the awesomely talented Michael B. Jordan, whose own agenda and perspective are not as villainous as you’d think, depending on your own point of view.  A big part of the movies theme is morality.  There are two very strong instances here where a choice made does and can have a hard trickle down affect.  What does one man owe another.  What is one countries obligation to another, or a man to his own family.  This film wasn’t just slapped together haphazardly just to be thrown into the Marvel cannon. It leaves you pondering very deep thoughts.

I went in somewhat jaded by all of the hype, not wanting to get my hopes too high. My hopes were exceeded glad to say.  For those who thought that there may be a little Caucasian alienation let me assure you, nothing could be further from the truth. The seventies gave us a plethora of Blaxploitation heroes and anti-heroes. Brothers from another mother, so to speak.  But if the “we are all one” message never resonated soundly before, it does here.  Power to the Panther.

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The teaser for the upcoming anime depicts behind-the-scenes footage of the animators and artists working on the film. It also contains the concept art for the costumes, characters, and a few action sequences.

Watanabe has stated that he wants to respect the original 1982 film and is in no way trying to imitate the original, Kotaku reports.

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Production is going well so far, the only concern that Kubo has expressed was the color of Ichigo’s hair. Kubo is curious as to how they will portray Ichigo’s well known bright orange locks in the live-action adaptation of the anime. He has stated, “if that color is in the live action-movie, it’d be strange, so I wonder what they’re going to do!” Me too Kubo, me too.

Check out the teaser trailer here!

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