Alright, let’s talk about Manga: Tonpei to sarukichi. Right off the bat, if you’re looking for something with a modern pace or crisp animation, you’re gonna have a bad time. This film, from 1927, is a historical artifact more than it is 'entertainment' by today’s standards. It’s definitely worth a watch if you’re into ...
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"Alright, let’s talk about Manga: Tonpei to sarukichi. Right off the bat, if you’re looking for something with a modern pace or crisp animation, you’re gonna have a bad time. This film, from 1927, is a historical artifact more than it is 'entertainment' by today’s standards. It’s definitely worth a watch if you’re into the *origins* of animation, especially Japanese animation. For animation historians, or just folks curious about how it all started, this is a little treasure. But for everyone els..."
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