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Danse Macabre (2026) Review: Hisko Hulsing’s Apocalyptic Animated Masterpiece

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Sponsored source: tv.lk21 Published:  August 16 , 2026 | Edited : August 28, 2026 Synopsis: Danse Macabre (2026) by Hisko Hulsing is a horror, musical, social satire short animation. It is one of the most talked-about short animations at the Annecy Animation Festival in June 2026. This is a 4-5 minute animation with no dialogue. It was made from ±75 oil paintings that were hand-painted over 11 years, then animated using 2D, 3D, and rotoscope techniques. For the music, Hisko used the 2nd movement Allegro from Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 10 . The animation took 11 years to complete, with a team from 5 countries. It is not a linear story, but follows the rhythm of Shostakovich’s music. What is it about? It begins in a giant graveyard with a skeleton orchestra playing Shostakovich’s music. Then, skeleton soldiers, angelic musicians, and religious figures appear in a procession that starts out orderly. Gradually, it turns into chaos, war, and destruction. The visuals com...

The Muppet Show (2026) Review: The Muppets Are Back... And Chaos Never Looked So Cute 🎭💚

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source: tv.lk21.com Synopsis: " The Muppet Show " (2026) is a special show directed by Alex Timbers that marks the return of Kermit and the Muppet gang to the television screen. The show begins with Kermit trying to revive The Muppet Show, but facing difficulties in scheduling and choosing performances. Meanwhile, Miss Piggy tries to steal the spotlight with her luxurious performance, and Gonzo performs a daring roller-skating stunt. The show received positive reviews from critics, with many praising the Muppets' ability to make the audience laugh and entertain. The show is also praised for its faithfulness to the original format of The Muppet Show, with funny and entertaining sketches and musical performances. This show stars: Bill Barretta , Dave Goelz , Eric Jacobson and more. In my opinion: By the way, I've never watched The Muppet Show before (haha..), so this is my first time. Well, I must say this is a very funny show. The comedy and music are very l...

This Is I (2026) Review: The True Story Of Ai Haruna: Finding “I” In A World That Said No

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source: tv.lk21 Synopsis: This Is I (2026) is a drama, biography, music film with a transgender theme from Japan, produced by Netflix Japan. Directed by Yusaku Matsumoto with a runtime of 130 minutes, the film was released on February 10, 2026, streaming worldwide on Netflix. The film is based on the true story of Ai Haruna and adapted from her autobiography “ Subarashiki, Kono Jinsei ”  ( 素晴らしきこの人生 )  + Dr. Koji Wada’s non-fiction book “Penis Cutter”. The film received a MyDramaList rating: Story 9.5, Acting 9.5. Based on the true story of Ai Haruna , a Japanese transgender icon. The film tells the journey of Kenji Onishi, a young boy who dreams of becoming an idol but faces difficulties with his gender identity and social pressure. He is bullied at school and cannot confide in his family. Then Kenji meets Dr. Koji Wada, a doctor who helps Kenji understand his true self and supports him in undergoing gender-affirming surgery. Their relationship develops into a strong bond, b...

Cosmic Princess Kaguya (2026) Review: A Moon Princess Fell To Earth... And Changed Everything 🌙👑

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source : reviewphim.blog Synopsis: "Cosmic Princess Kaguya" (2026) is a romantic anime film streaming on   Netflix , adapted from the Japanese folklore " The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter ".  Directed by Shingo Yamashita , the anime tells the story of Iroha, a high school student living alone and working part-time to support herself.  One night, she discovers a mysterious baby inside a telephone pole, who turns out to be Kaguya, a princess from the moon. Kaguya grows up quickly, and together they become streamers in a virtual world called Tsukuyomi, where Kaguya seeks to make her life meaningful and find her true self. However, Kaguya must face her fate to return to the moon. Despite its beautiful visuals and music, some reviews mention that the plot is somewhat confusing and the ending feels rushed. In my opinion: Have you heard the Japanese folklore about Princess Kaguya ? Okay, so here's the gist: Princess Kaguya is found inside a bamboo tree by an old ba...