Word: actioners
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...unfamiliar world, named Gaea. She aids the King of Fanelia, 15 year old Van Fanel, in protecting his kingdom from mysterious "invisible" invaders. Sounds flimsy right? You'd be surprised. Again, another tightly crafted storyline, with strong, evolving characters in a fascinating backdrop, which interwove the right mix of action, romance, comedy into a cohesive whole...
...Throughout the world, anime is renown for fast-paced action and dynamic treatment of movement (the characteristic "motion lines" that accompany every punch and kick). As for the really big eyes? One theory postulates that the over-exaggerated eyes of anime characters are a way of turning the "slanty-eyed" stereotype of Asians around to caricature Americans. In any case, it's all in good...
...Under the broad umbrella of anime, fans of all genres can find something that appeals to their tastes. "You have the romantic comedy, you have action, you have psychological dramas--it's as varied as live-action acting is in the U.S., and you wouldn't call live-action a genre, would you?" Titles range from very kid-friendly stuff ("Pokemon") to the ultra-violent adult material ("Macross Plus"), with various levels in between...
...general, these titles are much more sophisticated than the cartoons we're used to--the critically acclaimed "Neon Genesis: Evangelion," which features an intriguing blend of drama and action, grapples with political, religious, philosophical and human issues, all within the context of a futuristic sci-fi thriller...
Look around when you go the ballpark. It's certainly not an action-packed game that draws crowds--it is the atmosphere and the tradition. As I was sitting in Fenway last spring watching the Rangers demolish the Red Sox, I noticed a family in front of me. Three generations were represented. The grandfather had his mitt, as did the little boy, and the mother was giving her daughter cracker jacks...