Friday, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, 305 AB
A selection of ten Japanese films from across the decades and what makes them worth seeking out to contemporary American fans. Hosted by Sully.

List of films showcased:
High and Low (1963)
Black Tight Killers (1966)
A Tale of Sorrow and Sadness (1977)
Demon Pond (1979)
Yokohama BJ Blues (1981)
School in the Crosshairs (1981)
Princess from the Moon (1987)
Beijing Watermelon (1989)
Evil Does Not Exist (2023)
Exit 8 (2025)

Renaissance of Lupin the Third

Friday, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm, 305 AB
It’s a new millennia for the monkey-faced thief! Lupin the Third has had an explosive reinvention over the last decade+ with new and varied takes and an surge in popularity. Join Third Impact Anime and Drew of the Sideburns and Cigarettes Podcast for a look at the recent revitalization of an anime classic. Hosted by Austin, Sully, Bill, and Drew.

Cursed Tapes: Japanese Horror Films (18+)

Friday, 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm, 301 AB
We’re all aware of the huge cultural impact that The Ring played in the J-Horror boom of the 2000s but what else is out there? Join us for an evening of some of the best Japanese horror films throughout time! Hosted by Tori.

List of films showcased:
Ringu (1998)
Ju-On: The Grudge (2002)
Sadako Vs. Kayako (2016)
Noroi: The Curse (2005)
One Missed Call (2003)
Audition (1999)
Tomie (1998)
Junkhead (2017)
House (1977)
Sweet Home (1989)
Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust (2000)
Best Wishes to All (2023)
The Booth (2005)
Uzumaki (2000)
Dark Water (2002)
Liverleaf (2018)
2LDK (2003)
Cure (1997)
Pulse (2001)
Dollhouse (2025)
Kuroneko (1968)
Jigoku (1960)
The Happiness of the Katakuris (2001)
One Cut of the Dead (2017)

10 Years Later: Anime in 2016

Saturday, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, 306 C
Pokémon Go to the polls? Justice for Harambe? Was the nightmare of 2016 really a decade ago?! Join us as we look back and reminisce about the most notable anime of 2016. Hosted by Austin, Tori, and Sully.

List of series’ showcased:
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
Bungo Stray Dogs
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventrure: Diamond is Unbreakable
My Hero Academia
Yuri!!! on Ice
Bananya
Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World
Mob Psycho 100
Kiss Him, Not Me!
A Silent Voice
Kizumonogatari: Part 1
Time Bokan 24
Love Live! Sunshine!!
Your Name.
Ace Attorney
Erased
Space Patrol Luluco
Roundup at the end: KonoSuba, Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju, Mobile Suit Gundam: Thunderbolt, Flip Flappers, Durarara!! x2, Witchy PreCure, Sweetness and Lightning, Macross Delta, Berserk (2016), 91 Days, Keijo!!!!!!!!, Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV, Kiznaiver, Magical Girl Raising Project, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K, Sailor Moon Crystal Season 3, Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE! LOVE!, and In This Corner of the World

Failed Anime Franchises

Saturday, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, 306 C
Have you ever wondered why some anime take off in the US and some don’t? Come take a closer look at franchises that have struggled to catch on over the years such as Saint Seiya, Detective Conan, Kingdom, and more! Hosted by Bill.

List of series’ showcased:
Detective Conan (Case Closed)
Saint Seiya (Knights of the Zodiac)
The Idolm@ster
Gintama
Pretty Cure (Glitter Force)
Kingdom
Sports anime (Yowamushi Pedal, Slam Dunk, etc.)

David Lynch in Japan

Saturday, 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 306 A
The Man from Another Place arrives in Japan. From Eraserhead to the return of Twin Peaks, David Lynch has long been a favorite among Japanese audiences, and his particular brand of surreal Americana has influenced manga, anime, and video games. Hosted by Sully.

Conscious Collecting

Sunday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, 306 A
The world of merchandise can often feel overwhelming. However, reframing your perspective on current collection culture can help with having a much healthier relationship with your love of fandom. Hosted by Tori and Sully.

10 Anime Movies You May Have Missed

Sunday, 12:30 pm -m 1:30 pm, 306 B
Odds are you’ve probably already seen Spirited Away, Perfect Blue, and Your Name. but there are so many more anime movies out there to enjoy! Expand your backlog with 10 great anime films beyond the most popular recommendations. Hosted by Austin.

List of films showcased:
Cosmic Princess Kaguya
Nasu: Summer in Andalusia
Tamala 2010: A Punk Cat in Space
Venus Wars
Dead Leaves
100 Meters
Summer Ghost
Fuse: Memoirs of the Hunter Girl
The Colors Within

The tenth film was audience choice. The films people recommended were:
Space Adventure Cobra, Redline, Weathering With You, Galaxy Express 999, Bubble, Maboroshi, Kyoufu Densetsu Kaiki! Frankenstein, Fantastic Planet (non anime), Batman: Gotham Knight, Wolf Children, Aachi and Ssipak (non anime), Wizards (non anime), Heavy Metal (non anime), Interstella 5555, Belle, and Milky Subway: The Galactic Limited Express (mini series, cut into a movie).