397 - Manga in Motion 55 - Nicky Larson

397 - Manga in Motion 55 - Nicky Larson

Author: Manga Mac Crew May 30, 2022 Duration: 1:41:28

For the final installment of our City Hunter Multimedia Retrospective we're joined by our friend Dawn from the Anime Nostalgia Podcast to discuss the 2018 French action comedy Nicky Larson! We also have spoiler-talk for volume 18 of BEASTARS and impressions on the new Star Wars: Mandalorian and Star Wars: Visions manga!!!

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Timestamps:

  • Intro Song: "Crime Scene'" by DoGBeaT, Opening, Introductions - 00:00:00
  • Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, Dawn has been reading Oshi no KoGoodbye, EriAkira Toriyama's Manga TheaterTown of Pigs, and Bad Boys, Happy Home - 00:00:54
  • *SPOILERS* We discuss the contents of BEASTARS volume 18 - 00:05:14
  • dakazu checked out the manga adaptations of Star Wars: Visions and Star Wars: Mandalorian - 00:26:10 
  • Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Triple Dip, We will read the first volume of three different LGBTQ+ themed manga, including: A White Rose in Bloom by Asumiko NakamuraBad Boys, Happy Home by Nobuyuki Fukumoto, and Banana Fish by Akimi Yoshida - 00:34:55
  • Main Segment Manga in MotionNicky Larson, Transition Song: "Sunset Ride" by HVRDVR, we review the 2018 French action comedy that is directed by and starring Philippe Lacheau - 00:36:51
  • Next Week's Topic: A White Rose in Bloom/Bad Boys, Happy Home/Banana Fish, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas - 01:38:51

Every Monday, the Manga Machinations podcast gathers for a conversation that feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are deeply passionate about comics from Japan. Hosted by dakazu, darfox8, Seamus2389, and Morgana Santilli, the discussions are less about the biggest mainstream hits and more about the hidden gems and foundational works that often fly under the radar. You’ll hear them introduce a wealth of unknown manga you’ve likely never encountered, alongside thoughtful, in-depth retrospective reviews of significant titles. These deep dives have covered works like the poignant comedy of 'Tokyo Tarareba Girls', the cyberpunk dystopia of 'BLAME!', and the legendary, epic scope of Tezuka Osamu's 'Phoenix'. The charm of this podcast lies in the hosts' genuine enthusiasm and varied perspectives, which can make a niche title sound like your next must-read. It’s a weekly exploration for anyone looking to move beyond the surface of manga, offering both discovery and a deeper appreciation for the art form’s vast landscape. For more from the Manga Mac Crew, you can visit their website or reach out via email.
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