Within manga, the prolific work of the gekiga movement diversified the medium by bringing adult entertainment to the forefront of graphic novels. Identifying a need to separate from the dominant, childlike themes of mainstream manga, the gekiga discipline unionised cult followings attached to highly innovative pieces scattered along the fringes. Gradually, what was just an … Continue reading Showcase: Vérité Magazine
Review: Dokudami Tenement Volume 1
When exploring the struggles of young adulthood, it’s often tinged with romanticism. The idea of slumming it out, living alongside financial and social constraints seems an enriching experience to a modern audience. Maybe its links with escapism assist in this positive portrayal, but you’d be hard pressed to find a work of manga in which … Continue reading Review: Dokudami Tenement Volume 1
