Thoughts on Plots

Short-form writing about animation (mostly short films).

Get weekly insights and data on the business and market forces driving the anime and manga industries in Japan and around the world.

A place to talk about stories in all their forms, the craft that goes into them, and the role art plays in our lives.

Adventures in the creative process of animation and illustration! New tools, workflows, and tutorials.

Film and TV reviews with in-depth analysis. Because we all love movies. And it’s so much fun figuring out why.

To expand knowledge and increase appreciation for art.

Exploring the moral and ethical concepts involved in bringing TV and other mediums to life.

Exploring the best in animation from all around the world — part investigation, part treasure hunt.

Behind the scenes looks at the production process to create cartoons and the latest on Owen Dennis's animation, music, and other works.