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10 Best Anime About Acting

Although not as big as other sub-genres, there are still great acting anime for those looking for them, such as Perfect Blue.

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The Best Psychological Thriller Anime
The Best Psychological Thriller Anime

Some suspenseful anime are better than others, and these thrillers leave fans on the edge of their seat.

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The 25 Most Disturbing Psychological Anime

Psychological horror anime cause viewers to question right and wrong, which can create way more distress than shocking violence or jump scares.

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Death Note And other Anime from Madhouse
Death Note And 9 Other Anime From Madhouse Worth Checking Out

Madhouse is a massive studio known for hits like Death Note, and they have many other high-quality works, including Death Parade and Paprika.

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My Neighbor Totoro And 9 Other Retro Anime That Need Sequels

Certain retro anime classics, like Belladonna of Sadness and Perfect Blue, have the potential for compelling sequels.

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The Best Animated Horror Movies With High Ratings

Horror and animation can be a polarizing combination, but there are multiple movies that adeptly blend this genre and medium to great effect!

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The 10 Best Anime Idols, Ranked

Anime stars like Perfect Blue's Mima Kirigoe and Kyoko Mogami from Skip Beat! have charisma, charm, and talent.

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10 Old Anime That Were Way Ahead Of Their Time

Older anime like Perfect Blue, Serial Experiment Lain, and Tomorrow's Joe are shining examples of stories ahead of their time.

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10 Anime To Watch If You Like Oshi No Ko

Oshi no Ko fans should watch titles like Vivy: Fluorite Eye's Song and Perfect Blue if they're itching for more dark commentary on stardom.

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The Best '80s & '90s Anime Movies That Still Hold Up Today

From Pokémon to Sailor Moon, the '80s and '90s were great times for anime and many popular series received excellent films that still hold up.

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10 Anime From The '90s Even Darker Than You Remember

Iconic '90s anime like Trigun and Berserk never hesitated to explore dark, violent, and bleak themes.

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10 Best R-Rated Animated Films

Many animated movies have mature content that warrants an R rating, from the psychological thriller Perfect Blue to A Scanner Darkly.

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10 Anime That Are Literally Too Dark
10 Anime That Are Literally Too Dark

These anime take darkness too far and make it hard for some viewers to watch, literally.

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10 Anime Villains Who Just Want To Be Famous

Some anime villains crave fame. Some villains want good publicity, while others prefer infamy to anonymity.

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10 Movies For New Anime Fans
10 Movies For New Anime Fans

Unlike an anime series, anime movies can paint a unique plot and can tell a heartwarming story in less than three hours.

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Perfect Blue Is More Relevant Than Ever in the Age of Social Media

Despite being over two decades old, Perfect Blue is a film that remains strikingly relevant in the modern era.

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10 Most Terrifying J-Horror Movies

Japan offers some of the most terrifying horror movies available, and fans have no shortage of scary films to sink their teeth into.

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10 Best Horror Anime That'll Give You Nightmares For Days
10 Best Horror Anime That'll Give You Nightmares For Days

From horrific monsters and ghosts to disturbing dystopias, these horror anime are way scarier than any live-action film.

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Which Horror Anime Protagonist Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?
Which Horror Anime Protagonist Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?

Zodiac signs can tell fans a lot, even which horror anime protagonist they have the most in common with.

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10 Arthouse Horror Films You Should Watch

Horror isn't always all about gore, and cheap jump scares; it can sometimes be artistic and profound.

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