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Anime And Manga Analysis

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Anime and Manga are extremely unique forms of artistic expression which arose from years of cultural collaboration and blending between eastern and western cultures. Their creation is unique because never before in history has it been so easy to share ideas between cultures across the Pacific Ocean. Technological and communication advancements in the past 65 years have allowed for Anime and Manga to flourish as dynamic art forms unlike any other. Anime and Manga’s main theme is challenging current societal norms and boundaries that dictate our society. Anime and Manga make important statements about the negative aspects of humanity we often ignore in our daily lives. One of the most important aspects of Anime and Manga is its uncanny ability …show more content…

Because the films are animated and not shot with a camera, all the transitions between scenes and camera angles of events in the film are able to be exquisitely calibrated. The result is an unparalleled level of artistic expression found in few other mediums. Anime films are able to have dynamic angles of interactions between characters that showcase multiple angles and aspects of any given scene. This enriches the film and makes it more interesting to watch. Some commonly used tactics in anime film include Mise-en-scene, Mise-en-Abyme, and Stitching. Mise-En-Scene, meaning setting on stage, focuses on the arrangement of props and characters in specific scenes of the film. Mise-En-Abyme, meaning placed into the abyss, is a technique used to create tension and mystery. A typical scene includes the repetition of an item forever like a long hallway or a room with two mirrors. Stitching is how the anime is able to take to unrelated scenes and place them together to make one fluid …show more content…

These mediums are able to explore and reflect on humanity's greatest challenges and triumphs in a way no other medium can. Anime’s excellent cinematography, unlimited artistic freedom of animation, and exploration of the themes that unite humanity create for an excellent result in the message it conveys. As an art form that resulted from a unique blend of eastern and western cultures, the broad cultural resonance and reach is far beyond most other modern forms of art. Such a diverse and broad global appeal will ensure that Anime and Manga continue to artistically evolve and flourish. They can also create a unique sense of global unity with other cultures that other art forms cannot. Anime and Manga help to provide a needed reflection on humanity that call our actions and the current societal norms into question. Anime and Mange give humanity a needed look in the mirror, one that shows where we shine but also places our deepest flaws on full

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