An action drama about video game worlds...

GAMEOVERSE: PILOT

Only one Cat girl can save them by... helping the villains?

Two unlikely companions embark on a high-stakes recon mission across various game worlds. As they navigate the rules of different realms and encounter diverse inhabitants, they must grapple with the destructive consequences of their actions and the existential threat posed by a mysterious, encroaching force from the Gameverse.

She shaped Star Wars into cinematic history...

Star Wars Has Lost a Legend: Marcia Lucas Dies at 80

Today, Star Wars fans around the world are mourning the loss of Marcia Lucas, the Academy Award-winning editor whose work helped shape the original Star Wars into one of the most beloved films in cinematic history.

While George Lucas is rightly celebrated as the creator of Star Wars, Marcia Lucas played a critical role behind the scenes during the creation of the Original Trilogy. Her contributions to the editing of Star Wars (1977) helped bring the story, emotion, and pacing that captivated audiences and launched a cultural phenomenon that continues nearly 50 years later.

In this video, Coach reflects on Marcia Lucas's legacy, her contributions to Star Wars, her Academy Award-winning career, and why so many fans consider her one of the unsung heroes behind the galaxy far, far away.

Join us as we remember a woman whose influence can still be felt every time the opening crawl begins.

May the Force be with her.

"Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire..."

L I A R  G A M E

When Nao Kanzaki receives a strange letter and a suitcase containing 100 million yen, she learns that she has been selected to participate in the LIAR GAME. In this high-stakes psychological battle, lies, deception, and betrayal reign supreme. Naïve and honest, Nao turns to Shinichi Akiyama, a brilliant former con artist, to survive the twisted game. In a game built on lies, can honesty prevail?

Now at the Field Museum in Chicago!

The Pokémon Fossil Museum

The Pokémon Fossil Museum officially opened yesterday in Chicago at the Field Museum!

The one-of-a-kind experience combines the worlds of Pokémon and paleontology, allowing visitors to compare Fossil Pokémon like Tyrantrum and Archeops with real fossils, including SUE the T. Rex.

You can explore models of fan-favorite Pokémon, real fossil excavation and preparation tools, exhibition soundscapes, and illustrations of actual Field Museum scientists featured throughout the experience.

This is the exhibition’s North American debut right here in Chicago. It will run through April 11, 2027. A special exhibition ticket is required that needs to be purchased in advance as demand is high.

It is Officially Dead...

How Disney Killed the Biggest Franchise on Earth

Disney had the biggest franchise on Earth. Then they destroyed it.

Prepare to be Blown Away...

Exile Protocol

A Phantom X Original Series - Made in Invideo

Episode 1 - "Standard Retrieval"

When a mysterious signal is detected from the ruins of Earth, scavenger pilot Zelle Mercer is sent on what should be a routine retrieval mission. But beneath the clouds of the fractured planet, the mission is only the beginning.

Cosplay at Anime Central 2026...

ANIME CENTRAL

May 15-17, 2026

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center & Hyatt Regency O’Hare

Rosemont, IL 60018

Historical drama set in the 13th century...

JAADUGAR: A Witch in Mongolia

There was once a young girl in the 13th century slave markets of Iran. This is the tale of a witch who toyed with a vast continent. After losing her mother and being torn far from her homeland, Sitara found herself utterly alone, with no ability to survive on her own, and no hope for the future. Taken in by a family of scholars, the power of “knowledge” is imparted on her within the calm of her new life. Meanwhile, under the reign of Emperor Genghis Khan, the mighty Mongol Empire continues its unstoppable march, conquering nation after nation and expanding its influence across the world. When that boundless ambition finally reaches Sitara’s city, her quiet days come to an end, and the wheels of fate begin to turn.

An Amazing Racing Anime...

Introducing FURY Mark 22

I am proud to present this unique project that merges my passion for anime and aviation.

'Mark XXII' is the first addition to our fictional racing universe. In collaboration with @aurora.machina, we're shaping the portfolio of racing vehicles, each outfitted with adaptive technologies for unmatched performance. I lead the Aero division, while he directs the Ground division of the FURY RACING TEAM.

Creating an Anime-style teaser was a formidable challenge for me. Overcoming my apprehensions and numerous obstacles to achieve this result has been immensely rewarding.

This film was created in Blender, Goo Engine, Photoshop and Davinci Resolve, allowing me to bring my visual concept to life.

The soundtrack is provided by nitefactory , whose tones perfectly complement the trailer.                                                                                                                 - Radek Štěpán

For more information and behind-the-scenes looks, follow our IG:

radekstepan22 / aurora.machina

behance profile:

https://www.behance.net/gallery/18517...

Ready to rumble...

Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 2)

To end the war, Aang must master earthbending — but in the Earth Kingdom, politics, secrets and hidden alliances are a battlefield of their own.

Avatar Season 2 premieres on June 25 only on Netflix

The Boy and the Gundam...

Mobile Suit Gundam 50th Anniversary

Road to 50- Prologue Video

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Gundam anime series in 2029, the "Gundam 50th Anniversary Project" has officially begun.

With the project's launch, we have released the prologue video, "Boys and Gundam | Mobile Suit Gundam 50th Anniversary - Road to 50 -". This video is created using imagery that intertwines the timeline of the Mobile Suit Gundam television anime series with individual memories and emotions.

Anime Viewing Schedule for May 23, 2026

 A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K
Saturday, May 23, 2026

Fountaindale Public Library

VIEWING SCHEDULE

          11:15 - 12:25   Apothecary Diaries - Season 2 eps 22-24

          12:25 - 12:55   Ranma 1/2 Remake: Season 2 eps 11

          12:55 - 1:25     Club Meeting

          1:25 - 2:15       Daemons of the Shadow Realm eps 2-3

          2:15 - 3:30       Witch Hat Atelier eps 3-5

          3:30 - 4:20       Secrets of the Rivers eps 1-2

          4:20 - 4:45       Virgin Punk ep 1

"We're cheering for you!"

 

Fountaindale Public Library
300 W. Briarcliff Road
Bolingbrook, IL 60440 

Peggy J. Danhof Board Room

(Second Floor)

 

From 11:15 AM to 5:00 PM

All anime presented are fan-subtitled unless otherwise noted.

Don't miss these exciting anime series: Ranma 1/2 and Urusei Yatsura

* ANIME DESCRIPTIONS ARE BELOW *

A 'Fictional Anime Music Video' Using Only AI...

A.I. Rhapsody

Sora2 has been getting a lot of buzz lately for its amazing quality, but I think the value of textures and styles that can't be created with Sora2 has also increased.   - AI FREAK

A Cinematic Music Video for a new RPG ...

Neon Odyssey

Neon Odyssey is a 1,400+ page trilogy that brings Space Opera to D&D 5.5e, drawing inspiration from legendary Sci-Fi Films, retro Video Games, classic Animation, pop-culture Nostalgia, and more. Launch into a space adventure with galactic GM Tools in a colorfully cosmic Campaign Setting, or suit up with an astral arsenal of Player Options to soar among the stars.

Read more about it on Kickstarter

Next Club Meeting is May 23...

A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K

We're on our way!

M O N T H L Y   M E E T I N G

 
Fountaindale Public Library

300 W. Briarcliff Road

Bolingbrook, IL  60440

Peggy J. Danhof Board Room

 (2nd Floor)

Saturday, April 18, 2026

11:15 AM - 5:00 PM

 

We will be in the BOARD ROOM on the Second Floor.

 
Hope to see everyone there!

 

A Viewing Schedule will be posted soon.

 

(Click below for maps)

When you merge Magic with Soccer...

Dragon Striker

In a world where sports and magic combine, farm boy Key discovers his ultra-powerful natural talent and learns he could be the legendary Dragon Striker. Set at Kal Asterock, an elite school for students who possess extraordinary abilities, Key joins goalkeeper Ssyelle on a scrappy new team to challenge the school champions. As he struggles with the raging dragon inside him and Ssyelle fights to hold her team together, they learn dark secrets of the past and uncover an ancient evil.

Creator of AKIRA Returns to Making Anime...

STUDIO OVAL GEAR

Katsuhiro Otomo, the legendary creator behind Akira, is officially returning to the anime industry after more than 12 years with the launch of a brand-new animation studio called Oval Gear. Otomo remains one of the most influential figures in anime and manga history after creating the groundbreaking Akira manga and directing its iconic anime film adaptation, which helped shape modern cyberpunk storytelling worldwide.

The newly announced studio has already sparked major excitement among fans because its branding heavily references Orbital Era, the long-awaited anime project Otomo originally announced years ago. Many viewers now believe the film could finally move forward under Oval Gear with Otomo directly leading the creative process while building a new generation of anime talent around him.

According to the studio’s official statements, Oval Gear was created not only to produce new animation projects but also to preserve and pass down Otomo’s artistic philosophy and visual storytelling style to future creators. The studio is already recruiting production staff and freelancers, signaling a major new chapter for one of anime’s most respected creators. Humans waited over a decade for this man to return, and the anime world instantly reacted like a dormant volcano waking up. Completely justified, honestly.

A new era of cyberpunk action begins...

GHOST IN THE SHELL

The year is 2029. In near-future Japan, networks and micromachine technology have advanced dramatically. Motoko Kusanagi, a full-body cyborg, leads Public Security Section 9—an offensive unit known as the “Shell Squad,” formed to stop threats before they escalate. While investigating high-level cybercrimes, the team encounters a phantom: an unidentified hacker known as the “Puppet Master.” Based on the manga “The Ghost in the Shell” by Shirow Masamune originally serialized in YOUNG MAGAZINE published by KODANSHA Ltd.

Premieres July 7, 2026

We Recreated Star Wars Out of Cardboard...

CARDBOARD WARS

We remade Star Wars with our friends and family out of cardboard.

The Talent for Revenge!

Petals of Reincarnation

The “Branch of Reincarnation” grants the talents of past lives but only to those who slit their own throat with it. Touya Senji, crushed by self‑doubt and overshadowed by his gifted brother, believes he’s destined to remain ordinary… until he witnesses his quiet classmate Haito Luo Buffett battling a serial killer with powers from a former life. Now Touya is pulled into a world where reincarnated talents, hidden pasts, and deadly secrets collide, and the Branch awaits his choice.

"One Pronoun to Rule Them All..."

The Pronouns of Power

Lord of the Rings for a Modern Audience!

We will always need our Mothers...

❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ Happy Mother's Day!  ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

Leo & Erin’s Survival Journey...

Ghibli-Inspired Zombie Apocalypse

Follow Leo and Erin’s emotional survival journey from the very beginning

to the latest episode of this Ghibli-inspired zombie apocalypse story.

Episode 1 begins with Leo and Erin trying to survive in a ruined city, gathering food, escaping real-looking zombies, and finally reaching a survivor compound where hope still exists. Inside the compound, Leo slowly finds comfort, friendship, and a place that feels safe, while Erin invites him to join a new supply mission for the people who still need help.

Episode 2 takes them to an enormous old river ship near the dock, where their mission turns dangerous. They search for supplies, discover the ship’s hidden kitchen, share a rare peaceful meal, and then face disaster when Erin falls into the river. Leo returns broken, believing he lost Erin, while Commander Alden and the search team desperately look for him. But the story takes a hopeful turn when Erin wakes up alive in a hidden hospital, rescued by Sofie and Dr. Martin.

The latest episode continues with Leo, Erin, and Sofie finally crossing paths again in the city. New bonds form, old guilt begins to heal, and the three stand together as a team against the dangers around them. What started as a survival story becomes a story about friendship, family, courage, forgiveness, and finding light even when the world feels lost.

A cinematic anime survival story filled with emotional moments, rooftop escapes, abandoned cities, real-looking zombies, quiet healing scenes, and hopeful reunions.

So this is what the sorrow of parting feels like...

Another World

After death, before reincarnation, the souls of the deceased transit through a fantastical realm known as, Another World. Gudo is a spirit that helps to guide these transient souls to their reincarnation. While guiding a young girl named Yuri, he learns that humans have emotions that he does not understand. Tasked by Goddess Mira to help Yuri control her rage and prevent her transformation into a monster, Gudo embarks on a perilous mission.

It Takes Two...

Love and Gold

Nothing is Impossible as long as I'm with you

Two thieves enter the same dungeon searching for a gem worth incredible wealth, but what they find along the way is worth more than all the treasure in the dungeon combined. This is the BYU Center for Animation's 2025 short animated film project.

It's Revenge of the Sixth Day!

STAR WARS

Heir to the Empire

Animated fan film based on the novel by Timothy Zahn.

The feature-length animated (made without AI) adaptation of 

Star Wars: Heir to the Empire, based on the novel by Timothy Zahn.

The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Death Star, defeated Darth Vader and the Emperor, and driven the remnants of the old Imperial Starfleet to a distant corner of the galaxy. Princess Leia and Han Solo are married and expecting Jedi twins. And Luke Skywalker has become the first in a long-awaited line of Jedi Knights. But thousands of light-years away, the last of the Emperor's warlords has taken command of the shattered Imperial fleet, readied it for war, and pointed it at the fragile heart of the New Republic....

Impressive A.I. conversion of an Anime Classic...

Kiki's Delivery Service🧹[Live-action]

"For this live-action series, I chose 'Kiki's Delivery Service.' Since the setting is in Europe, the process of preparing these beautiful scenes was a joy. I tried to capture the essence of Studio Ghibli as much as possible, right down to the ending scene! There were so many pretty scenes I wanted to include, but I had to cut it down to keep the video from getting too long. 😂 Still, I hope the atmosphere of this story reaches you. This video is an ASMR sound experience created with AI. It provides a healing experience that satisfies both your hearing and sight."   - Hinariel

[MSWGA] Make STAR WARS Great Again!

A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K

May the 4th Be With You!

May the 4th became a popular pun due to its similarity to the iconic Star Wars quote: "May the Force be with you".

According to gadgets.ndrv.com, the first use of the May the fourth pun was in May 4th 1979 when Margaret Thatcher became UK Prime Minister and an article in The London Evening News bore a congratulatory advert by her party, which read: "May the Fourth Be with You, Maggie. Congratulations."

May 4th became dedicated to Star Wars and was started organically by its fans, but is now celebrated around the world.

 

"Until death do us part..."

Firefly Wedding

On the surface, Satoko has it all—she’s beautiful, the daughter of a nobleman, and at a prime age for marriage. Unfortunately, she is also quite ill and only has a short time left to live. Before she can secure a marriage that will redeem her worth in her family’s eyes, she finds herself the target of the mysterious assassin Shinpei, and her plans are put in jeopardy. To save herself, she makes a desperate proposal—of marriage! When it comes to love, however, Shinpei takes “until death do us part” seriously.

A Star Wars movie is coming and NO ONE CARES...

Star Wars is a Total WRECK

Disney Has Just ONE Last Chance to SAVE It

After over a decade of fan abuse and insultingly bad stories, the Star Wars franchise lies in ruins. Judging by the lack of excitement for the Mando and Grogu movie and Starfighter, it feels like the franchise is on its last legs. But I believe Disney still has one last chance to save Star Wars, one final opportunity coming up... but the window is closing fast.

A single sword stroke opens a new era...

KAGURABACHI

Weekly Shonen Jump's Neo-Japanese Sword Action series begins here!

From day one, the Kagurabachi manga has captivated fans, weaving a blood-soaked tale of revenge through breathtaking sword-fight sequences. And now, known for its uncompromising quality, animation studio Cypic brings the story to life with jaw-dropping visuals!

Flames of resolve, kindled by hatred.

Chihiro Rokuhira is a boy who aspires to become a swordsmith, and took daily training under his father Kunishige, a renowned swordsmith. Their days, once filled with laughter, are brutally torn apart by an attack from the mysterious sorcerer organization, the Hishaku.

What is stolen from them are the six Enchanted Blades—swords of immense power capable of shaping the fate of the nation—and the gentle, warm life they once shared.

From that day on, everything changed. In a world engulfed in darkness, Chihiro takes up Enten, the seventh Enchanted Blade left behind by his father, and sets out on a blood-soaked path of revenge.

KAGURABACHI set for a TV Anime Adaptation by Cypic in April 2027!