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- Origins: The word "anime" in Japanese comes from the English word "animation". In Japan, the term refers to all forms of animation, not just domestic productions. Outside Japan, "anime" refers to Japanese animated films and series.
- History: The origins of anime date back to the early 20th century, but it became more recognizable and popular in the 1960s and 1970s with productions such as "Astro Boy" (Tetsuwan Atom).
- Species: Anime is not a single genre, but encompasses a wide range of themes and styles, from action, fantasy, romance, to horror, drama and many others. There are also genres specific to anime, such as mecha (robots), shoujo (for young girls) and shounen (for young boys).
- For different age groups: Anime is not created just for children. There are productions designed for teenagers (e.g. "Naruto"), adults (e.g. "Ghost in the Shell") and various niche audiences.
- Production: Unlike Western cartoons, many anime are produced for a short series with a set number of episodes, allowing for a more coherent and contained narrative.
- Manga: Many anime are adaptations of manga, Japanese comic books. Often manga serves as a prototype for an anime series.
- Popularity: Although anime originated in Japan, it has gained popularity around the world. Some titles, such as "Dragon Ball," "Sailor Moon" and "Pokemon," have become global phenomena.
- Conventions: There are some specific conventions and motifs in the anime, such as the characters' big eyes, exaggerated facial expressions and elements typical of Japanese culture, such as sakura (cherry blossoms).
- Seiyuu: Seiyuu are Japanese voice actors who provide the voice for characters in anime. Some seiyuu become very popular and have their own fan groups.
- Study: There are many animation studios in Japan that produce anime. Among the best known are Studio Ghibli, Toei Animation and Madhouse.
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- Miyazaki and the rejection of computers: Although most modern anime use computer animation, famous director Hayao Miyazaki and his Studio Ghibli have long remained faithful to traditional drawing techniques. For example, the film "Windmill" (2013) contained more than 144,000 frames, of which 80% were drawn by hand.
- Not only for children: In Japan, anime is not seen as something just for children. There are anime genres specifically for adults, such as "seinen" for men or "josei" for women.
- The origin of big eyes: The style of big eyes in the anime was inspired by Osamu Tezuka, the creator of "Astro Boy," who was inspired by American cartoons like "Bambi."
- Anime and economics: The anime industry generates billions of dollars a year in Japan, encompassing not only DVD sales and television broadcasts, but also gadgets, clothing, video games and many other products.
- Pokemon and flicker sequence: A 1997 episode of "Pokemon," titled "Denno Senshi Porygon," triggered epileptic seizures in several hundred Japanese children due to a flicker sequence. After the incident, the episode was removed from rotation.
- "Neon Genesis Evangelion" and the crisis.: This cult anime series is known for its profound psychological impact on viewers. It is said to be director Hideaki Anno's reflection on his battle with depression.
- Anime and censorship: Many anime have been adapted for Western markets by censoring certain scenes or changing the cultural context. An example is "Sailor Moon," where certain relationships between characters were changed in the American adaptation.
- Series length: While many Western cartoons have a limited number of episodes, some anime series run for hundreds of episodes. "One Piece," for example, currently has more than 1,000 episodes and is still in production.
- Ghibli and ecology: Many of Studio Ghibli's films contain ecological themes and emphasize the importance of harmony with nature. Examples include "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" and "Princess Mononoke."
- Influence on Western productions: Anime has had a significant influence on many Western productions. For example, the makers of "Avatar: The Legend of Aang" have admitted to being inspired by anime when making their series.