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Zom 100 Has A Brilliant Twist On Zombies, But It's Not the First Anime To Do So

Jaclyn Appelgate — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:15:27 GMT

From its success this past Summer of 2023, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead has wowed viewers with its intriguing use of zombies. Instead of focusing on the horrors of a zombie apocalypse and the main characters being shocked into a constant survival mode, the series takes a different route that is profoundly and unexpectedly meaningful. The anime has been hailed as one of the most original zombie stories, but as revolutionary as it is there are other anime that have their own spin on zombies.

New Anime & Manga That Don't Use Tropes

Louis Kemner — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:50:24 GMT

The Japanese anime industry is well-known for repeating successful processes. Manga and anime creators evidently rely heavily on tried-and-true formulas and tropes to meet fans' expectations, and it's a double-edged sword. This creates comforting familiarity and gives demographics like shonen and shojo their meaning, but it also invites a flood of repetitive content that fails to innovate. Relying on heavily-used, formulaic content can stifle a series' potential for originality, so some creators make a meta-statement by subverting all those rules.

Best Anime Of Summer 2023

Louis Kemner — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:25 GMT

Each anime season is an exciting blend of brand-new titles, new seasons of returning shows, and even anime movies and other features. While no anime season has yet reached the incredible heights of the Fall 2022 anime season, the Summer 2023 anime season did well for itself and offered a remarkable variety of shows for fans to enjoy inside with the air conditioning on.

Zom 100's Rural Town Adds New Depths to the Series' Pointed Commentary

Louis Kemner — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 19:40:26 GMT

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is an outstanding title in the Summer 2023 anime season that turns the zombie apocalypse genre on its head in ways that High School of the Dead never could. This show isn't just "anime Dawn of the Dead" or even a well-meaning parody of The Walking Dead. It has highly resonant themes and commentary that use the zombie apocalypse as a mere backdrop.

Zom 100 Feels Like The Best D&D Campaign

Louis Kemner — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 18:00:26 GMT

Modern anime series are more compelling when they blend a variety of established genres and narrative styles, which helps them subvert or reinvent familiar clichés and make the story less predictable. Subversion, in particular, seems to be in vogue in the anime world today, like Chainsaw Man as a brutal shonen title. Meanwhile, the horror comedy series Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead twists the "zombie apocalypse" genre not just with social commentary, but a hint of fantasy.

How One Anime Brought Hot Spring Episodes Back to Life

Brett Cardaro — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:01:24 GMT

Nearly every anime has hot spring episodes. Some fans hate them, some love them, but it's common knowledge that they aren't necessary for the plot. Usually, hot spring episodes serve little more than pointless fan-service and filler, but Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead makes its own hot spring episode make sense for once in a way that isn't awkward and cringe-worthy.

Zom 100 Wants Patriarchies to Stay Dead

Brett Cardaro — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:10:19 GMT

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead has proved itself to be a series with revolutionary themes. After the zombie apocalypse takes hold of the world, Akira Tendo's life is turned around in the best ways possible. It comes off as a blatant attack on unfettered capitalism and the consequences that it has on the psychological state of its workers.

Zom 100: Episode 8 Stream Date Delayed

Aman Goyal — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:40:46 GMT

A lot of fans of the hit anime series, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, will have to wait a little longer as the upcoming episode will now stream on a later date, after a slight delay.

Zom 100's Biggest Strength Is It Doesn't Take the Infection Seriously

Renaldo Matadeen — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 14:40:19 GMT

As Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead proceeds, it's pretty intriguing to see how Akira and Kencho navigate the zombie apocalypse. The landscape has drastically changed with this massive outbreak, but they take it in stride, opting for a comedic view of life.

Zom 100: How Akira Tendou Became A Beacon Of Hope For The Zombie Apocalypse — And The Real World

William Pagent — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:01:19 GMT

Akira Tendou's journey through zombie-infested Tokyo has been a very different take on the zombie apocalypse genre. The character's upbeat outlook on an otherwise harrowing situation causes him to stand out from most other apocalypse-surviving protagonists in media.

10 Important Things Zom 100 Does Better Than Most Slice-of-Life Anime

Louis Kemner — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 12:00:21 GMT

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is a delightful new anime of the Summer 2023 anime season, and anime fans aren't quite sure how to categorize it, which is part of the fun. Zom 100 obviously has strong horror elements as a bona fide zombie apocalypse anime, but it's also a sharp critique of Japan's modern offices and a slice-of-life comedy/drama as well.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Has a Fridging Problem

Renaldo Matadeen — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 02:15:19 GMT

As Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead continues, it's definitely heartwarming to see Akira and Kencho reconnect. Both became estranged for a bit, but now, they've reforged their brotherhood. In the process, they're hoping to have each other's backs and survive this zombie apocalypse. Given Akira has a bucket list to cross off, Kencho wants to help him accomplish his targets, and even scratch some off for himself.

How Zom 100 Embraces Zombie Apocalypse Clichés

Louis Kemner — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 19:20:17 GMT

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is a delightful new horror/comedy anime of the Summer 2023 anime season, and it expertly blends several genres into a simple, deceptively deep narrative. Protagonist Akira Tendo and his new friends are fighting for their lives in a zombie apocalypse but with a few twists to balance the familiar zombie movie clichés and tropes. It's a refreshing and exciting blend of old and new.

The Best Japanese Horror Movies on Streaming

Jordan Payeur — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 15:45:17 GMT

The American cinematic horror landscape has been controversial in recent years, offering viewers many subpar installments of popular franchises and remakes of iconic classics. While there have been some hidden gems in the mix, there is a disappointing amount of forgettable horror movies circulating.

Zom 100 Is the Perfect Gateway Anime For Comedy Horror Cinephiles

Jaclyn Appelgate — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:40:19 GMT

For anime fans, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is already a crowd-pleaser. Among the Summer 2023 anime season, this horror comedy is the third most popular series according to My Anime List, but even outside the anime community, this series has the potential to grab the attention of non-anime fans.

10 Reasons Zom 100 is the Best Summer Anime of 2023

Louis Kemner — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:00:19 GMT

The Summer 2023 anime season is well underway, giving anime fans enough time to decide which shows in this season are their favorites and which are total duds. On one hand, heavy-hitting titles like Jujutsu Kaisen and Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War returned to dominate the summer season, but then again, anime fans need something fresh to enjoy. They found just that in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.

Modern Anime That Need To Be On Toonami

Daniel Kurland — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:10:15 GMT

Cartoon Network's Toonami is a groundbreaking programming block that originated in '97 and lasted for 11 years in its original format before returning on Adult Swim in 2012 and becoming a mainstay of the network. Toonami focused on bringing anime series to North American audiences, and it was instrumental in exposing young viewers to Dragon Ball Z, Sailor Moon, Gundam Wing, and other classic anime that are viewed as fundamental programs.

Why is Zom 100's Blood So Colorful, Anyway?

Brett Cardaro — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:01:12 GMT

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder—especially when that eye happens to be dangling from its socket by a thread of decomposing flesh. That's just the reality of the world in Zom 100, and it's one Akira Tendou has come to love even as he's being chased down the street by reanimated corpses. As ugly as the zombie apocalypse can be, to Akira, it's a glorious sight to behold—right down to the series' representation of blood.

Zom 100: Is Shizuka's Criticism of Superheroes Valid?

Brett Cardaro — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:41:17 GMT

Superheroes mean different things to different people. For Akira, they represent the pleasant memories and dreams of his childhood. To Shizuka though, superheroes represent an ideal that can never be achieved, and one which is only sought as a form of escapism by people who are unhappy with their life as it is.

How Zom 100 Perfectly Captures The Existential Crisis Of Millennials

Alyx Maglio — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 19:20:17 GMT

Adulthood is a mythical thing made of disillusionment and broken promises. The dreams that are built in childhood and during the teenage years are often restructured and deconstructed as adulthood creeps up. People are often unprepared for the shattering of those childhood wants, the world of adult responsibility and pain sending them spiraling into patterns that don't necessarily make them happy. Instead, life becomes survival — the act of shuffling from place to place in order to continue doing the same thing over and over again. This has been the lived experience for many Millennials as they lumber ever closer to their middle age.

10 New Anime That Blend Genres Perfectly

Vera W. — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 21:31:16 GMT

Some anime titles are experimental and blend seemingly disparate genres, like romantic comedy and spy drama. Other popular titles have fans diving into the story without blinking because the genres work so well together that it's as if they were meant to be written together. Most audiences love the basic genres, like historical fiction, science fiction, drama, fantasy, romance, and horror.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead May Be Making Walking Dead's Biggest Mistake

Renaldo Matadeen — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 16:20:13 GMT

When it comes to zombie properties—no matter the genre or medium—fans in the modern era will compare everything to The Walking Dead. Purists do lean towards George Romero and the Night of the Living Dead franchise as the bar, but the AMC series has been an unprecedented success. Even when it's gotten bad reviews and critical knocking, it's still managed to survive the test of time, standing out as the go-to and overall standard today.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Gives Tendo a Naruto Hobby — But It's More Dangerous

Renaldo Matadeen — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 16:20:17 GMT

As Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead kicks off, the first few episodes paint the zany, cheerful Akira Tendo as a very intriguing character. The young man initially hates the world he lives in. He's succumbed to the corporate drawl by force, feeling like a robot in a society that keeps overworking him in a production company. However, when a zombie apocalypse hits, new life's breathed into him.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead's Real Catalyst Nods to Mark Millar's Wanted

Renaldo Matadeen — Sat, 05 Aug 2023 14:40:15 GMT

As the first few episodes of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead begin, it definitely has a lot of style. This zombie apocalypse is fresh and filled with color — depicting bloodshed in the apocalypse differently from other anime. It gives Akira Tendo's survival mission a lot more life and a distinct, unique identity to match his witty personality.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Delays Release of Episode 5

Leo Reyna — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 22:39:14 GMT

The anime horror comedy Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is delaying the release of Episode 5 after previously delaying the release of Episode 4 for streaming services.On X (fka Twitter), the show's social media account made the announcement about the latest episode delay. Episode 5 of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead was originally set to air in Japan on Aug. 6. The episode will now air on Aug. 13, one week from its intended release. No explanation was given for the delay.Related: Zom 100: Finally A Series Adult Anime Fans Can Relate To

Zom100's Akira Tendou is the Perfect Anime Protagonist

Jaclyn Appelgate — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 14:40:15 GMT

The anime genre has become known for a number of tropes, some beloved, some detested, and others that have simply become tiresome to watch. One of the latter is a lead character who is an inspirational and optimistic fool. Many anime protagonists fall under this trope, some more effectively than others, but one of the best versions of this trope is found in the recent series Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.

Zom 100: Finally A Series Adult Anime Fans Can Relate To

Alice Gallo — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:00:16 GMT

When trying to think of recent anime pilot episodes that turned out to be truly and utterly surprising, one is likely to come up empty. However, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead has succeeded where most anime series of the last few years has failed. This series offers a refreshing premise that has little to do with the zombie apocalypse and a lot with his protagonist Akira, a twenty-something office worker who has reached the end of his rope. When the zombie apocalypse comes, Akira doesn’t even think about the danger of human extinction or his own potential death - all he can think about is that he doesn’t have to go to work the next day.

Zom100's Wacky Ideals Are Exactly Why It's One of the Best Zombie Series

Jaclyn Appelgate — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:20:18 GMT

Among the most highly anticipated Summer anime, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is one of the more successful series, at least as far as popularity and ratings combined. The series' premise garners a lot of attention because—to put it bluntly—it is a ridiculous idea that stands out as a novelty. However, this is more than just a unique and quirky story. It's a masterful way of reinventing a beloved classic.

Zom 100's Vibrant Visuals and Rich Storytelling Elevate Anime to New Heights

Alan A. Mehanna — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 14:40:17 GMT

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead premiered on July 9, 2023 and has already gained an enthusiastic fan base within the anime community. The anime is based on the popular manga of the same name written by Haro Aso, who also penned the fan-favorite Alice in Borderland. Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is a game-changer, as it elevates the anime medium both in terms of vibrant visuals and rich storytelling.

Zom 100 is Truly Revolutionary

Brett Cardaro — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 18:30:18 GMT

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is a revolutionary series in more ways than one. While its gorgeous visuals and relatable characters are groundbreaking, the truly innovative aspect of Zom 100 is how it uses those images and characters to emphasize how social upheaval might not be so bad after all.

10 Best Anime Of 2023, So Far

Daniel Kurland — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:00:17 GMT

A new year means dozens of fresh anime to get excited about and 2023 is shaping up to be extremely satisfying. 2023 has welcomed in an eclectic variety of anime that covers all of its bases and caters towards both nostalgia and experimentation.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Springs to Life on Crunchyroll in July

Renee Senzatimore — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 21:47:23 GMT

Crunchyroll has acquired the streaming rights to the dystopian horror-comedy anime, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Subverts Zombie Tropes

Jonathon Greenall — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 02:00:16 GMT

The summer 2023 anime lineup contains many big-name returning shows and some much-anticipated new ones. But one show, titled Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, looks likely to make a massive impact as it flips the script on many zombie tropes, making it stand out against other recent zombie anime series.

Zom 100 Continues the Zombie Genre's Anticapitalist Theme

Caitlin Chappell — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:00:17 GMT

Earlier this year, it was announced Haro Aso and Kotato Takata’s Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead would finally receive an anime adaptation on Hulu. Now on its tenth manga volume in English, Zom 100 follows Akira, a former wage slave, during the zombie apocalypse. Freed from the shackles of their capitalist society, Akira and friends decide to make their wildest dreams come true before dying, thus making the titular bucket list.

Best Horror Anime of the Summer 2023 Season

Christy Gibbs — Sat, 27 May 2023 15:00:13 GMT

Among all the usual major shonen battle titles, heartfelt slice-of-life school dramas and fantastical isekai fare to be found every anime season, horror can make for a very refreshing watch. This is all the better in the summer, Japan's traditional season for ghost stories and other scary tales -- this in order to cool people off by inducing literal chills and goosebumps (as well as having a firm connection with Obon, the Buddhist festival of the dead, typically celebrated in July or August).

Summer 2023's Most Anticipated Brand-New Anime

Jaclyn Appelgate — Sat, 20 May 2023 02:00:16 GMT

With the Spring 2023 anime season more than halfway through, much of the upcoming Summer lineup has been released with many viewers already noting the series they are most looking forward to. Though it shouldn't come as much of a surprise, those with the largest audiences awaiting their premiere date are continuations of already-popular titles like Jujutsu Kaisen and Bleach. For anime lovers who haven't been keeping up with those series, however, there are some newcomers that stand out from the pack.

Zom 100 Bucket List of the Dead Announces Anime Adaptation For Hulu

Renee Senzatimore — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 23:11:47 GMT

A new anime adaptation for the horror comedy manga ZOM 100: Bucket List of the Dead is coming in July.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Is the Perfect Halloween Horror-Comedy Manga

Guive Samii — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 11:00:11 GMT

The zombie apocalypse subgenre of horror is one of the most popular of all time. Over the years, there have been many projects across all forms of media depicting the struggle and terror that comes from trying to survive one, most notably The Walking Dead.

Alice in Borderland Creator’s Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Gets a Live-Action Movie

Michael Lacerna — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:20:12 GMT

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, a manga series from Alice in Borderland creator Haro Aso, is being adapted into a live-action movie.