Visions Volume 3 Panel Discussion (Star Wars Celebration)
In what could easily be my most anticipated panel of this entire convention, Visions Volume 3 is returning to being...
Robert Ewing
Rob is a freelance film critic and writer who specialises in Anime and Asian cinema. I have adored film since a young age, having watched films that were far too old for me, such as RoboCop, Die Hard, and Hot Tub Time Machine, to discovering the heights of foreign cinema through films like Headhunters and Battle Royale.
Growing up with such a diverse catalogue of films that I cherished sparked my desire to discuss them. This passion eventually led me to become a reviewer. Dissecting films, speaking to filmmakers I admire, and showcasing the best of Asian and anime cinema is how I live my best and truest life.
V-Cinema Essentials: Bullets & Betrayal Review
Simply put, it was Toei’s line of direct-to-video films from the 1980s and 1990s. Seeing the growth of VHS, Toei...
Havoc Review
Action cinema was forever changed when The Raid (also known as The Raid: Redemption) exploded onto the scene. It was...
Andor Season 2: Episode 1 Review
Andor Season One features some of the best moments in any Star Wars media. It’s a deeply political thriller that...
Star Wars Celebration Japan – The Mandalorian and Grogu Panel Discussion
It’s 10 am in Chiba, Japan. I woke up bright and early (6 am) to catch an overcrowded train and...
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Episodes 1 and 2 Review
Creating a distinctive spin-off is no simple feat. While it may seem easy to take beloved elements from the original...
The Beginning After the End Episode 1-2 Review
Being reborn in another world is a hallmark trope of the anime genre. It feels like with each new anime...
Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers Episode 1-2 Review
Uncovering that fighting games possess deep and expansive lore might sound strange to the uninitiated, who believe the way to...
To Be Hero X Episode 1 Review
It could be argued that the first episode is the most crucial part of a TV series. First impressions last...
Lonely Castle in the Mirror Review
Bullying has profoundly impacted my life. As I explored in my A Silent Voice feature, the insults directed at me...
Escape From 21st Century Review
Time travel, as a concept, is often inherently illogical. Different films approach it with their own sets of rules and...
The First Slam Dunk Review
Diverting from the source material is always a risk for any adaptation. Fans of the original work want to see...
Revelations Review
Life presents many wonders and opportunities—some fleeting, others lasting a lifetime. It is safe to say that everyone has experienced...
Ne Zha 2 Review
I have never considered myself an animation critic. While I cover anime, I do not consume enough animation from around...