Anime Supernova - Season 5 / Year 2021

Anime Supernova - Season 5 / Year 2021

Season 5 / Year 2021

Network
Episodes13
DatesJan. 23, 2021 - Dez. 18, 2021
Previous SeasonNext Season

Episodes

A Master of Comical 3DCG Animation
Year 2021Episode 115 min

A Master of Comical 3DCG Animation

Tomioka currently heads the 3DCG studio Canavan Graphics. His job encompasses directing, writing and producing, all while managing his company. The talented creator is well-known for his original comedic animation style. He has also turned his original characters into multi-faceted businesses that include goods, video games and other ventures. In this episode, we find out what drives Tomioka's creativity and how he has become a master of comical 3DCG animation.

Jan. 23, 2021
Watch Murata Tomoyasu's 'A Branch of a Pine Is Tied Up' in Full!
Year 2021Episode 215 min

Watch Murata Tomoyasu's "A Branch of a Pine Is Tied Up" in Full!

Murata Tomoyasu is a highly-acclaimed stop-motion animation artist known for his warm puppets and elaborate productions. The "life and death" of humans has been a focus in Murata's work ever since he was a student. This time, we bring the entirety of "A Branch of a Pine Is Tied Up," Murata's masterpiece based on the Great East Japan Earthquake.

März 13, 2021
Watch Yashiro Takeshi's 'Norman the Snowman - The Northern Lights -' in Full!
Year 2021Episode 315 min

Watch Yashiro Takeshi's "Norman the Snowman - The Northern Lights -" in Full!

Yashiro Takeshi mainly works as a director for live-action commercials. At 43, he began working on original stop-motion animated works. He is involved in every aspect of his works, from writing and directing to art, animation, and puppet-modeling. The nature-loving creator from Akita Prefecture currently lives in Karuizawa, where he continues to pursue stop-motion animation that uses textured visuals unique to the medium.

März 27, 2021
A Sci-Fi Animator Pushing the Boundaries of 3DCG
Year 2021Episode 415 min

A Sci-Fi Animator Pushing the Boundaries of 3DCG

Yokoshima Toshihisa is a creator who honed his skills at Kamikazedouga, the production company behind international hits like "Ninja Batman." Although he works in 3DCG, he maintains a hand-drawn feel through his use of lines and coloring. His detailed depiction of his characters and the science fiction settings have made him a highly acclaimed animator.

Apr. 24, 2021
An Expert of Heartwarming Children's Animation
Year 2021Episode 515 min

An Expert of Heartwarming Children's Animation

Kinoshita Gaku is a solo creator who has worked on numerous children's animations that implement his soft and unique animation style. He studied animation at an art college in the UK and creates works that children can get lost in, making full use of hand-drawn and dynamic 3DCG animation. Active across many fields, including commercials, music videos and original works, Kinoshita's goal is to continue creating pieces that bring smiles to children's faces.

Mai 22, 2021
Creating Visuals That Sneak into Our Hearts
Year 2021Episode 615 min

Creating Visuals That Sneak into Our Hearts

Having just graduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts, Department of DESIGN, Ai Nina is one of Japan's most exciting up-and-coming young creators. Her works are characterized by eccentric colors and striking visuals that stay with you long after watching the piece.

Juni 19, 2021
In Search of Unrivaled Analog Expression
Year 2021Episode 715 min

In Search of Unrivaled Analog Expression

Makino Atsushi is a creator characterized by the warm, analog-style of expression he studied in the Czech Republic. He utilizes handmade materials, crafted with much time and effort, in highly-acclaimed animations that have won numerous awards, both in Japan and overseas. He is active across various fields, including commercials, music videos and TV programs, all of which make full use of his unique talent.

Juni 26, 2021
Shaping Her Work Through Hometown Experiences
Year 2021Episode 815 min

Shaping Her Work Through Hometown Experiences

A creator from the tropical islands of Okinawa Prefecture who creates colorful and unique worlds based on childhood experiences from her hometown. She is also known for her cute and relatable style of animation.

Juli 24, 2021
From Nihonga to Animation and Back
Year 2021Episode 915 min

From Nihonga to Animation and Back

Shinomiya is a one-of-a-kind creator who is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. He uses the drawing skills he cultivated through Nihonga to put together finely crafted and elaborate animations and has become one of Japan's most versatile and acclaimed creators.

Aug. 21, 2021
In Search of Stylish Sci-Fi Animation
Year 2021Episode 1015 min

In Search of Stylish Sci-Fi Animation

Yoshitake Kaoru is an up-and-coming creator who specializes in 3DCG animation. The use of striking colors and stylish action scenes in his 3DCG animations has led to high acclaim.

Sept. 18, 2021
A Virtuoso of Surrealistic Hand-Drawn Animation
Year 2021Episode 1115 min

A Virtuoso of Surrealistic Hand-Drawn Animation

Yamada Ryoji is an up-and-coming creator known for his edgy representations of contemporary society and internationally-acclaimed hand-drawn animation.

Okt. 23, 2021
A Spirited Young Creator Making Works of Youth
Year 2021Episode 1215 min

A Spirited Young Creator Making Works of Youth

loundraw is a multi-talented young creator gaining a lot of attention. His specialties include delicate use of light, detailed backgrounds and expression that conveys a condensed movie-like story.

Nov. 20, 2021
Using Pencils to Create Hand-Drawn Texture
Year 2021Episode 1315 min

Using Pencils to Create Hand-Drawn Texture

Ebisawa Kazuo is known for how he uses pencil drawings to add depth and texture to his works. He specializes in portraying character emotions through slight, deliberate movements.

Dez. 18, 2021

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
Law & Order
Running

Law & Order

In the criminal justice system, the people are represented by two separate, yet equally important, groups: the police, who investigate crime; and the district attorneys, who prosecute the offenders. These are their stories.

Krapopolis
Running

Krapopolis

Set in mythical ancient Greece, Krapopolis is centered on a flawed family of humans, gods and monsters that tries to run one of the world's first cities without killing each other.

The Morning Show
Running

The Morning Show

Nominated for three Golden Globes®, this unapologetically candid drama looks at the modern workplace through the lens of the people who help America wake up. Pull back the curtain on early morning TV.

GenreDrama
The Ark
Running

The Ark

The Ark takes place 100 years in the future when planetary colonization missions have begun as a necessity to help secure the survival of the human race. The first of these missions on a spacecraft known as Ark One encounters a catastrophic event causing massive destruction and loss of life. With more than a year left to go before reaching their target planet, a lack of life-sustaining supplies and loss of leadership, the remaining crew must become the best versions of themselves to stay on course and survive.

Revival
Running

Revival

Revival is set on one miraculous day in rural Wisconsin when the recently deceased suddenly rise from their graves. But this is no zombie story as the "revived" appear and act just like they once were. When local Officer and single mother Dana Cypress is unexpectedly thrown into the center of a brutal murder mystery of her own, she's left to make sense of the chaos amidst a town gripped by fear and confusion where everyone, alive or undead, is a suspect.