Otaku no Culture

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We take a dive into what @fantasiafest offers with this bonus piece: Fantasia Film Fest's Science Fiction Showcase 2026, Top Picks.

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Fantasia Film Fest's Pearl #anniversary lineup is stacked! From #anime to #scifi #fantasy #zombie and Jet Li on top, I git my top picks chosen for @fantasiafest #2026 #montreal Part One at:

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If you're in New York and want a curated taste of the latest Japanese #cinema and #anime, then Japan Cuts #filmfestival is worth checking out! Here are some quick picks at:

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Once upon a time, #PokemonGO was exciting. Today, I'd rather collect something I can display on a shelf than digital rewards. Here's why I walked away from the grind as new content has slowed to a crawl. Go Fest? Pass #MobileGaming #editorial on why:

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Don't Be Afraid of Fantasia Film Festival On What Short Programs Are On Fire!

Event runs from July 16 to August 2, 2026. Montreal, Quebec. For some attendees, deciding what to focus on during Fantasia Film Festival 2026 will be tough. That’s especially true with ARE YOU AFRAID OF FANTASIA?, the first of three shorts programs I’m highlighting here. With this particular smorgaboard taking place at the Salle J.A. De Sève on the 17th of July, horror fans and folklore lovers…

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@FantasiaFest #shortfilms program always hide the gems. From #anime to #liveaction and #donghua to encompass #drama #folklore and #mythology, here’s part one of a 3 part look at works that have my attention. #Fantasia2026 #FantasiaFilmFestival #editorial at

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More than 30 years later, Vampire Princess Miyu still has bite. #AnimEigo #mediaocd is waking her up before she go-gos away again with this release. In addition to recounting her #history, here’s why this supernatural #anime cult favourite matters even now:

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For those wanting to dodge the heat, both #disney and #Netflix has programming to cool fans of #animation with. We offer our top pics from both #streaming services

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#Godzilla fans can soon create their own custom #kaiju with Bandai's affordable #Godziburst toy line, featuring interchangeable parts, animated shorts, and plenty of monster mash fun. #toys #collectibles at:

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Pixar puts Jessie in the spotlight in Toy Story 5, exploring growing up, friendship, and how technology shapes childhood. Is this the franchise's most thoughtful sequel yet? #ToyStory5 #Pixar #animation #moviereview at:

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#FreeRPGDay 2026 is nearly here and from #cats to #horror and the #supernatural, I offer a highlight reel on what's most likely to go fast. #ttrpg #rpg #toppicks at:

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Avalon Fast’s CAMP turns #GirlHorror into a handmade Canadian coming-of-age chiller about grief, ritual, and the strange friendships found far from home. Upcoming screenings and #moviereview at:

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Boots Riley’s chaotic #crime #caper I Love Boosters is #streaming, and its #homevideo release is coming soon afterwards! Info on those releases and a quick #moviereview at:

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Don Chin’s Adolescent Radioactive Black Belt Hamsters is celebrating 40 Glorious years! And let’s hope there’s more to this comeback kid than just a #Kickstarter collecting the series with an all new packaging and extras! Info at:

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3 years in, #IslandFanCon has its good points, bad points and one very visible sponsor that tells you everything about where this show is headed. Full #popculture #convention #report

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Crunchyroll's Summer lineup is loaded with fantasy, action, and romcom fun. From #TheCatAndTheDragon to #BlackTorch and #TombRaiderKing, here are the five new anime series that have my attention this season. 🐉📺😸

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Titan Manga’s #TheFiveStarStories English edition has slipped again, but the larger page counts may hint at how these classic arcs are being collected. #manga #TitanManga at:

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