“KPop Demon Hunters” isn’t the first cartoon with musicians as heroes. I look at several cartoons featuring musicians who fight evil.
Media
Various media topics, including comics, animation, movies, TV, and diversity issues.
Warner Bros. is for sale (again); a look at its major properties
For the third time in a decade, Warner Bros. is for sale. What properties will the future owner need to deal with, as Warner’s more than just “Batman movies?”
November 2025 media picks and news
A look at November 2025 media of interest, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and a new “Prep & Landing” animated special.
The top cartoon-related Halloween costumes for 2025
Google’s released its list of the top Halloween costumes for 2025. Popular cartoon-based ones include “KPop Demon Hunters” and… DC Comics’ Nightwing?
A look at why manga has gone from niche to mainstream
Manga’s become popular among American comic readers, with strong sales in book channels. I look at reasons why manga’s become mainstream.
The 10 top-grossing Western animated films starring people of color (2025 edition)
A list of the 10 highest grossing Western animated films starring people of color, from “Moana” to “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”
October 2025 media picks and news
My thoughts on media of interest for October 2025, including a new “Peanuts” Blu-ray set, plus a price hike on Disney+ and Hulu.
10 favorite webcomics and comic strips (2025 edition)
A look at 10 of my favorite webcomics and comic strips for 2025, from “FoxTrot” to “Kyle’s Bed & Breakfast.”
What are the main influences and trends in 2020s TV animation (as of 2025)?
I take a ook at influences and trends in 2020s TV animation as of mid-decade (2025), from streaming services dominating to relatively fewer all-ages cartoons.
What were the main influences and trends in 2010s TV animation?
I take a look at the major trends and influences in 2010s TV animation, from “flat” character designs to prominent non-stereotypical LGBTQ characters.