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First Look: Orb - On the Movements of the Earth

A historical anime that pitches science against the church proves surprisingly gripping

Author: Ross Locksley


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Getting to know Cardfight!! Vanguard
Cardfight!! Vanguard
Ross Locksley on 22 Jul 2013

Ross, Seb and a select crew of UKA regulars spend the day card-fighting - will anyone emerge triumphant?
Inside Japan Expo - Paris 2013
Japan Expo - Paris 2013
Seb Reid on 12 Jul 2013

Two like-minded individuals undertake a pilgrimage to the holy grail of Japanese culture, anime merchandise, cosplay, gaming and music. They offer their opinions on the expo, as well as an overview of the goings-on during the largest anime expo in Europe.
London Anime Con Q and A
LAC Q&A
Ross Locksley on 11 Jul 2013

We speak to Michael Towers over at LAC HQ to see what's brewing on the 20th-21st July.
Summer 2013 anime preview
Summer 2013 anime preview
A. H. on 18 Jun 2013

Another season of new anime is almost upon us - Andy drops the sun tan lotion to guide us through what to expect out of Japan this summer.
Watch 009 Re:Cyborg - streaming now!
009 Re:Cyborg stream
A. H. on 07 Jun 2013

Watch Kenji Kamiyama's 009 Re:Cyborg in full online for just £2.99!
Time of EVE Kickstarter Interview
Time of EVE Kickstarter
Kevin Leathers on 05 Jun 2013

We talk to the people behind Time of EVE and its Kickstarter campaign to get their reactions to the overwhelming success of the project.
UK Anime Network podcast - Series 2 Episode 17
May 2013 MCM Comic Con chat
on 04 Jun 2013

For our June podcast, Andy and Elliot share their experiences of the May 2013 MCM London Comic Con, as well as discussing the latest news and content.
An interview with DAISUKI
DAISUKI interview
A. H. on 08 May 2013

A new kid on the streaming anime block is about to make its entrance into the world - we talk to the international business manager of DAISUKI, Eri Maruyama, to find out more about the service!
Terracotta 2013 Festival Preview
Terracotta Festival 2013
Hayley Scanlon on 07 May 2013

The Terracotta Festival of Far East Film is back and bigger than ever. The fifth instalment of this popular event sees it increase its running time from four to ten days across four different festival strands. Ahead of its premiere we take a look at some of the fantastic Asian films, both classic and contemporary, that the good people of Terracotta have brought over for us.
Revolutionary Boy - The career of Kunihiko Ikuhara
Revolutionary Boy Ikuhara
A. H. on 06 May 2013

To celebrate the UK release of Mawaru Penguindrum, we take a brief look over the career of the show's enigmatic director, Kunihiko Ikuhara.
UK Anime Network podcast - Series 2 Episode 15
Spring season podcast
A. H. on 19 Apr 2013

It's a bumper new anime season special, as Andy and Elliot are joined by a rogue's gallery of fellow staff members!
Welcome to the digital manga Third World
Digital manga Third World?
A. H. on 10 Apr 2013

Is the UK under threat of being left behind in the digital manga revolution? Andy Hanley ponders just such a possibility.
Spring 2013 anime preview
Spring 2013 anime preview
A. H. on 20 Mar 2013

A new season of anime is almost upon us, and it's a big one! We discuss all of the new anime coming to Japan this spring.
UK Anime Network podcast - Series 2 Episode 13
Anime Limited interview
A. H. on 10 Feb 2013

We talk with Anime Limited's Andrew Partridge, including a big announcement, in our latest podcast!
Under the Covers: Tiger & Bunny - Volume 1
Tiger & Bunny
A. H. on 06 Feb 2013

We check out the first volume of Kaze UK's DVD and Blu-Ray combo pack release of Tiger & Bunny, while promising to keep our underwear well and truly inside our trousers.
Under the Covers: Elfen Lied Complete Collection
Elfen Lied
A. H. on 05 Feb 2013

Elfen Lied is back in the UK! We take a look at 101 Films' new DVD release.
AnimeLeague London Anime Con interview
Behind the scenes
Ross Locksley on 29 Jan 2013

We talk to Mike Tower's about the upcoming London Anime Con due to be held on 9th - 10th February at the Rocket Complex.
Waiting in the Summer
Waiting in the Summer
A. H. on 08 Jan 2013

The word is out about MVM Entertainment's newest license - we explore what this recent series has to offer UK anime fans.
Under the Covers: Time of Eve Blu-Ray
Time of Eve
A. H. on 05 Jan 2013

We dive under the covers (and there really is more than one this time!) to take a look at the recent English-language release of Time of Eve on Blu-Ray which dropped onto our doorstep.
The 2012 UK Anime Network Awards
UKA Awards 2012
A. H. on 31 Dec 2012

As the year comes to a close, it's time to don our tuxedos and break out the champagne for the 2012 UK Anime Network Awards, including the announcement of your Reader's Choice winner!