[Recommended Read] “Utena – Shadow Plays” by Jay Scott

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Revolutionary Girl Utena is not your typical anime. It has several different iterations, all following a magical girl, Utena, as she encounters a complex, weaving tale of love, identity, and revolution, set within the enigmatic walls of Ohtori Academy, her new school. It’s a classic that broke new ground in storytelling by challenging societal norms when it released. It … Continue reading [Recommended Read] “Utena – Shadow Plays” by Jay Scott

Update: “Why ‘Wakaba Flourishing’ is a Masterful Episode” is now a video!

Writer & Social Media Editor, Beata Garrett (going by Shen on YouTube), has started a YouTube channel, and one of their first few videos is on “Why ‘Wakaba Flourishing’ is a Masterful Episode.” Shen is a phenomenal writer and we are excited to support their growth! Please check them out and be sure to give a like + subscribe! Continue reading Update: “Why ‘Wakaba Flourishing’ is a Masterful Episode” is now a video!

Why “Wakaba Flourishing” is a Masterful Episode

By: Beata Garrett | @clearsummers It’s difficult to pick one episode of Revolutionary Girl Utena (1997) as my favorite because they all lend weight to the overall story and the themes. Removing one, even the silliest such as “The Cowbell of Happiness,” feels wrong. However, I can safely say that Episode 20, titled “Wakaba Flourishing” is not only one of my favorite episodes, but one … Continue reading Why “Wakaba Flourishing” is a Masterful Episode