Ohayotaku Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 (edited) So, the past year or so I’ve noticed more anime movies (not just Ghibli) getting showings at nearby theaters. Granted, many were just a single showing on a weekday night, but was wondering if other members here had taken advantage and what they thought of the experience. For me, I saw the My Hero Academia movie & Promare and am planning to see the Konosuba movie in November. Sadly, I don’t really have any IRL friends who are into anime, but it’s still fun reacting along with everyone else to what’s happening on screen. And while the theaters hadn’t been packed it’s still drawn a decent audience, again given the strange show times. Edited September 28, 2019 by Ohiotaku 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geano Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 I personally think that we are seeing this because anime has become far more mainstream in recent years. There are a lot more casual, or newer anime fans then there were a few years ago. So that is why its making more of a scene in the western box office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakura Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 Honestly the only anime I've ever saw at the theater here was Yu-Gi-Oh, which I did go see. Oh, and the Black Butler movie which I also went to see. I haven't seen a single other anime airing here though that I can think of. If they did air I probably would go to see them if they were ones that I liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illusion of Terra Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 Am I the only one who thought you were talking about an actual theater? (not a movie theater) Similar to you though I'd have to go by myself, so I don't really go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted September 28, 2019 Author Share Posted September 28, 2019 2 hours ago, Illusion of Terra said: Am I the only one who thought you were talking about an actual theater? (not a movie theater) If you go to Anime News Network and do a search for “stage play”, you’ll see this is actually a trend in Japan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seshi Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 I wanted to go see Broly when it came out, but we rarely get to go to the movies at all. This was recent, too. I hope we see more anime titles here. I’d love to go see the Demon Slayer movie if it comes to theatres, no question. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted September 28, 2019 Author Share Posted September 28, 2019 (edited) 55 minutes ago, Seshi said: I’d love to go see the Demon Slayer movie if it comes to theatres, no question. I was actually surprised that they decided to do the next arc as a movie instead of a second season (though much of episode 19 was movie quality to begin with). I fully expect it to get a US release because I was actually doubtful Konosuba would be popular enough make it locally for me (further than the others I’d seen, but still less than an hour drive. Plus airing on Toonami ought to help the chances. Edited September 28, 2019 by Ohiotaku 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seshi Posted September 28, 2019 Share Posted September 28, 2019 57 minutes ago, The History Kid said: I don't go to theaters as a general rule as it is. Overpriced as all hell. I opt for watching at home. The argument that going to an anime movie creates community might be valid, but frankly, you could get an even better community experience out of a properly run convention. I think it’s also a fantastic way to support the filmmakers too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geano Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 4 hours ago, Seshi said: I think it’s also a fantastic way to support the filmmakers too. I would certainly agree wuth you there plus its fun going to the movie theater from time to time. 1 hour ago, The History Kid said: I can support the filmmakers by buying the BluRay. More of that value goes to them anyway. It can be fun with friends I know I have went to a few re-feature movies with friends that were anime productions not to many though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnviousEnvy Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 The only one I seen in theaters was the first Yu-Gi-Oh movie back when I was a kid. Other than that I haven't seen any in theaters because the few that aren't far from me never shows anime movies for some reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted June 1, 2022 Author Share Posted June 1, 2022 (edited) Thinking about checking this out https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-05-20/fathom-events-to-screen-macross-frontier-anime-films-in-u.s-in-june/.184316 Would be my first taste of the Macross franchise outside the original series (which was the basis for Robotech’s first arc) & the Macross Plus OVA I saw on Syfy channel several years ago. Only downside is there’s only a single showing for both & it’s on weeknights (Thursday). EDIT: Word of caution the synopsis for the films in the article contains potential spoilers. Edited June 1, 2022 by Ohayotaku Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted June 1, 2022 Author Share Posted June 1, 2022 And now there’s this https://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2022/06/01-1/crunchyroll-to-release-fruits-basket-prelude-in-theaters-this-summer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MediaConsumesMe Posted June 1, 2022 Share Posted June 1, 2022 I've not yet seen an anime film in a theatre near me, be cool if something like that happened. But then again I am picky with my anime so I doubt it end up being a title I'd be interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted June 1, 2022 Author Share Posted June 1, 2022 (edited) @MediaConsumesMe Dawn of the Deep Soul & Heavens Feel both previously had showings in Ohio (where I live) but were too far for me to drive. Edited June 1, 2022 by Ohayotaku Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MediaConsumesMe Posted June 1, 2022 Share Posted June 1, 2022 50 minutes ago, Ohayotaku said: @MediaConsumesMe Dawn of the Deep Soul & Heavens Feel both previously had showings in Ohio (where I live) but were too far for me to drive. Yeah see if something like that showed up in the south west of England that would be awesome, however I've never seen an anime movie appear down here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otaking66lives Posted June 1, 2022 Share Posted June 1, 2022 Years ago, I saw Princess Mononoke in theaters. Amazing experience. Haven't been many more here, but i would go again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animedragon Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 I've never seen any anime film on the big screen in a cinema, but it must be amazing. I haven't been to a cinema in decades, the last film I saw was The Return of the King*, of course having three of my local cinemas demolished doesn't help, those that remain are an unhandy distance the closest being tricky to get home from late at night. *(The Lord of the Rings trilogy were good films, but don't get me started on the errors in them!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeath Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 When people go to watch anime in a theatre, there are a few different kinds of people.. 1. The family who thought the cover looked cool, but had no idea what the movie was about, and decided to take their kids to see it 2. A friend group (or lone wolf) who are/is a weeb(s) 3. The parents who thought it was a new children's cartoon movie that had come out 4. Had a hangover the night before and decided just to watch anime to ease the pain 5. Basement dwellers leave the house for the first time. This is a satire list, but all in all, I quite enjoy movie theatres, but I enjoy watching anime in the comfort of my home/room without any disruption from other people. Also - I think i'm number 5 on the list... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted June 2, 2022 Author Share Posted June 2, 2022 1 hour ago, deaaath said: (lone wolf) who is a weeb reckon this is where I rank on the list 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yomi Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 I watched the new Jujutsu movie in the theater 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takatofan1986 Posted June 5, 2022 Share Posted June 5, 2022 I was lucky enough to see all three My Hero Academia movies in theaters. Mostly fun and good experiences but, for the second movie, there were fan girls squeeing the whole time. Now at first, I actually thought it was kind of fun, and it seemed as if they were only going to squee when their favorite characters came on screen for the first time, but, half way though the movie they are still squeeing. It was a little annoying at that point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted June 6, 2022 Author Share Posted June 6, 2022 15 hours ago, Takatofan1986 said: Mostly fun and good experiences but, for the second movie, there were fan girls squeeing the whole time I generally don’t have a problem with MHA fangirls, excepts for those obsessed with shipping Deku & Bakugo 15 hours ago, Takatofan1986 said: I was lucky enough to see all three My Hero Academia movies in theaters I really enjoyed Heroes Rising, the others not so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohayotaku Posted September 23, 2023 Author Share Posted September 23, 2023 Some older anime movies will be screening in US theaters over the next several months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulletje76 Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 dont bother if you ask me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animedragon Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 2 hours ago, Bulleje76 said: dont bother if you ask me I agree with that. If there's not people wanting to go past you during the film there's someone noisily eating something or a group making what they think are funny comments. If you're really 'fortunate' you'll have some bored pre-teen kicking the back of your seat and if you actually ask its parents to tell it to stop they get annoyed with you for having the audacity to complain about their little darling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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