This time the hosts review two series adapted from a much older source material.
First, John talks about the comedic interpreation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet called Boarding School Juliet, and why that show did a surprisingly good job at delivering a fun spin on the storied tale. Then he and CC discuss the adaption of 1985's gritty crime drama Manga Banana Fish, and try to nail down why, after a strong start, that series falls completely apart by the end.
Reviews:
Boarding School Juliet (1:20)
Banana Fish (21:52)
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https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2018-07-24/.134627
https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2018-09-04/.136312
https://www.animefeminist.com/interview-japanese-lgbtq-fans-talk-about-the-legacy-of-banana-fish/
https://www.animefeminist.com/history-banana-fish-and-the-real-world-racial-politics-of-1980s-america/
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