Anime 3000 presents: The Speakeasy
The Speakeasy is an ongoing conversation between the two of us about themes, trends, and concepts present in anime and manga and along side that sometimes there will be a critical analysis of fandom. If you were ever curious about our conversations that are the genesis of our posts then this will be utterly enlightening. If you never wondered about that, hopefully you will still enjoy the show!
Drink #006: The Black Russian and the White Russian, The Art of Adaption
A majority of the anime produced is based on a preexisting work. A good deal of shows are adapted from manga but there is also anime based on light novels, video games, literature, and even some more unusual sources. But not all anime is adapted equally. Assuming that the source being adapted is solid what makes a good anime adaption and where can adaptation go wrong? We will be talking about the different philosophies used in adapting manga and the strengths and weaknesses that comes with any strategy. We will also try and discover why the adapting an anime into a manga seems to fail so often.
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And now your helpful bartenders at The Speakeasy present your drink:
BLACK RUSSIAN
5.0 cl Vodka
2.0 cl Coffee liqueur
Pour the ingredients into the old fashioned glass filled with ice cubes. Stir gently.
WHITE RUSSIAN
5.0 cl Vodka
2.0 cl Coffee liqueur
3.0 cl Fresh cream
Pour coffee liqueur and vodka directly into old fashioned glass filled with ice. Float fresh cream on the top and stir in slowly.
There is no doubt that Mushishi is a magical read, and I’m not just talking about the supernatural subject matter, but rather the skilled storytelling that bellies bits of wisdom and beauty in each chapter. The world created is so rich it becomes alive each time you open the book. Examination on a chapter by chapter basis can reveal human nature, the strength and weakness present in all people, and the thrill of discovery. Ginko is the perfect person to tell us these stories because he is as curious as the reader in what these beings called Mushi will reveal.
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