Tsukasa Hojo's timeless series City Hunter is back in the public eye thanks to the recent live-action film on Netflix. To celebrate Ryo and Kaori's return to the limelight, the Hands Omiya store in Saitama will be hosting a pop-up shop full of retro-styled merch and apparel. City Hunter ~Shinjuku City Pop~ unites the series with an 80s city pop vibe. Lots of goods will be available, including stylish retro tees: Related: What Makes City Hunter Such a Timeless Show? Other goods will also be available, including keyrings, acrylic stands, and record-shaped coasters: Related: City Hunter Live-Action Film Releases Action-Packed Main Trailer A full product listing can be found on the pop-up shop's online store . The goods will be sold at Hands Omiya from May 21 to June 18. Revisit a classic: watch the original City Hunter anime right here on Crunchyroll ! Ryo Saeba, the legendary City Hunter, is a first-class sweeper for hire,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Kara Dennison
- Crunchyroll
Yuichi Sato's energetic flick “City Hunter” is loud, explosive, and in your face. Yet, it knows that, embracing it in a wildly entertaining experience. While many recent Netflix manga/anime adaptations have missed the mark, this movie does Tsukasa Hojo's source material justice, while taking a few creative liberties to tweak aspects for a modern audience. The film has garnered a positive reception from longtime fans of the “City Hunter” franchise, as well as newcomers, being highlighted as the definitive live-action adaptation next to the French version “Nicky Larson et le parfum de Cupidon” by Philippe Lacheau. It is funny to consider it took this long for Japan to adapt Hojo's work for non-animated media, with many prior renditions primarily coming from Hong Kong, the most famous being Wong Jing's “City Hunter” starring Jackie Chan.
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- 5/9/2024
- by Sean Barry
- AsianMoviePulse
Since its creation in 1985, the City Hunter manga has spawned multiple adaptations, from TV anime to live-action movies. Tsukasa Hojo’s manga is a timeless tale of a character who wants to do good in a world full of bad without getting sucked into violence or vengeance. The Story is Simple Ryo Saeba loves women but can be perceived as harassing in some ways. He says he accepts any mission as long as his heart is moved (or as long as the client is a beautiful woman), but what makes the character so simple to understand is that he deeply cares. Behind his pervy looks, he always does the right thing. His backstory is neither the funniest nor the prettiest; he lived to kill, and yet he chose to become a Pi to maintain some justice in the dark alleys of Shinjuku. With the manga, the anime, the animated features...
- 5/5/2024
- by Mohamed Mir
- Crunchyroll
Have you cried over anime recently? If not, you probably should. Doctors recommend it as one of the most emotionally healthy things you can do. Or they should. So, to help you out in not only getting you to watch more anime but perhaps even shedding some tears over it, I’ve created a list of six anime moments that have left me a weepy mess in the past. From the burning of anime’s most lovable boat to songs about loss and heartbreak to themes about time and tragedy (and also something about a dog), hopefully these tug at your heartstrings. The Going Merry’s Funeral One Piece Episode 312 Related: Why Early One Piece Remains So Magical One Piece has always worn its heart on its sleeve, treating grand displays of open emotion as the pinnacle of the resilience of the human spirit. And this isn’t just true...
- 4/30/2024
- by Daniel Dockery
- Crunchyroll
Netflix obviously benefited from the viewing numbers of the mixedly-received Avatar: The Last Airbender and Parasyte: The Grey, which gained almost perfect reviews. The current trend for the live-action manga adaptations is continued by the platform’s new top tier movie, which is now holding the fourth place in its global chart.
Its plot revolves around the private detective Ryo Saeba investigating the mysterious murders in Tokyo committed by presumably supernatural creatures. Apart from his main occupation, Ryo is also much into being a wannabe ladies' man.
Nevertheless, his usual way of life changes when his favorite co-worker Hideyuki becomes the victim of a relentless serial killer, forcing Ryo to redefine his values and to delve into this case deeper. It’s also supported by his new annoying partner in the process, Hideyuki's sister Kaori, who seems to be the exact opposite of the detective.
We’re talking about City Hunter,...
Its plot revolves around the private detective Ryo Saeba investigating the mysterious murders in Tokyo committed by presumably supernatural creatures. Apart from his main occupation, Ryo is also much into being a wannabe ladies' man.
Nevertheless, his usual way of life changes when his favorite co-worker Hideyuki becomes the victim of a relentless serial killer, forcing Ryo to redefine his values and to delve into this case deeper. It’s also supported by his new annoying partner in the process, Hideyuki's sister Kaori, who seems to be the exact opposite of the detective.
We’re talking about City Hunter,...
- 4/29/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Not all heroes wear a cape, especially in this Netflix adaptation of the manga City Hunter. Ryou Saeba is a crime-fighting freelance detective who goes through the painstaking journey of finding the man behind the murder of his partner. When Ryou is not solving cases or fighting crimes, he is flirting with women, or at least leering at them. While I haven’t read the manga, I have heard of the unnecessary ‘fanservice’ in the source material. Fortunately, Netflix has tried to tone down Ryou Saeba’s sexist remarks and perverted behavior.
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How does Hideyuki die?
Set in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, freelance detectives Ryou Saeka and his partner, Hideyuki Makimura, a former police officer, navigate the city’s grimy underbelly in pursuit of justice. Their latest adventure unfolds when a woman seeks their assistance in locating her missing sister, Kurumi. Ryou and Hideyuki track down Kurumi...
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How does Hideyuki die?
Set in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, freelance detectives Ryou Saeka and his partner, Hideyuki Makimura, a former police officer, navigate the city’s grimy underbelly in pursuit of justice. Their latest adventure unfolds when a woman seeks their assistance in locating her missing sister, Kurumi. Ryou and Hideyuki track down Kurumi...
- 4/26/2024
- by Shrey Ashley Philip
- Film Fugitives
There’s something strange happening in the streets of Tokyo. People with superhuman strength and a lust for blood are attacking others left and right — and crime fighter Ryo Saeba is on the case. Ryo, a private eye and wannabe ladies man, just lost his friend and co-worker Hideyuki to one of these possessed assailants. Whatever’s causing these assaults — drugs? a virus? — Ryo’s determined to figure it out… no matter how many dangerous men he has to kick square in the face. That is, if he can tolerate his unofficial new parter Kaori, Hideyuki’s pesky sister.
The Japanese live-action — and action-packed — adaptation City Hunter, based on the serial manga by Tsukasa Hōjō, stars Ryohei Suzuki, Misato Morita, and Masanobu Andô. It was directed by Yuichi Satoh and written by Tatsuro Mishima (Yu Yu Hakusho, Zom 100: Bucket List of the...
The Japanese live-action — and action-packed — adaptation City Hunter, based on the serial manga by Tsukasa Hōjō, stars Ryohei Suzuki, Misato Morita, and Masanobu Andô. It was directed by Yuichi Satoh and written by Tatsuro Mishima (Yu Yu Hakusho, Zom 100: Bucket List of the...
- 4/25/2024
- by Ingrid Ostby
- Tudum - Netflix
Sukuna’s intense obsession with Megumi has become a meme material for Jujutsu Kaisen fans. In fact, it is also a pretty popular fan-fiction genre. However, as the Jujutsu Kaisen manga progressed, fans got a rude awakening regarding why Sukuna was so interested in Megumi.
After Sukuna took over Megumi’s body and faced no resistance, everyone realized that their romantic delusions had been crushed under Sukuna’s vintage feet. In fact, Sukuna’s choice of a new host has just revealed a new fact about Megumi.
Yuji was Created to Host Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
Yuji was hailed as the one-in-a-million-choice guy who would be able to host Sukuna. However, the perspective changes in chapter 143 of Jujutsu Kaisen when Yuji’s parents are revealed. Yuji’s mother, Kaori, had a scar on her face, similar to Suguru Geto, which means that she was under the control of Kenjaku.
After Sukuna took over Megumi’s body and faced no resistance, everyone realized that their romantic delusions had been crushed under Sukuna’s vintage feet. In fact, Sukuna’s choice of a new host has just revealed a new fact about Megumi.
Yuji was Created to Host Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
Yuji was hailed as the one-in-a-million-choice guy who would be able to host Sukuna. However, the perspective changes in chapter 143 of Jujutsu Kaisen when Yuji’s parents are revealed. Yuji’s mother, Kaori, had a scar on her face, similar to Suguru Geto, which means that she was under the control of Kenjaku.
- 4/22/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 257 recently hit the internet, and fans have been shocked by the revelations made in the chapter. Not only did the chapter reveal the indefinite awakening of the protagonist, Yuji Itadori, but it also gave a glimpse at the past of Sukuna and his twin brother, whose soul reincarnated as Yuji’s father, Jin Itadori.
Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
However, this has left fans in confusion regarding Kenjaku’s plan, and its connection with Yuji and his family. In chapter 143, Yuji’s parents are introduced in a flashback from his childhood memories, where it is revealed that Kenjkau switched bodies and took control over Yuji’s mother, Kaori Itadori.
It was also revealed that Yuji’s grandfather most likely knew about this, and he even warned Jin to stay away from her. However, a popular fan theory suggests that the events of Chapter 257 have indicated...
Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
However, this has left fans in confusion regarding Kenjaku’s plan, and its connection with Yuji and his family. In chapter 143, Yuji’s parents are introduced in a flashback from his childhood memories, where it is revealed that Kenjkau switched bodies and took control over Yuji’s mother, Kaori Itadori.
It was also revealed that Yuji’s grandfather most likely knew about this, and he even warned Jin to stay away from her. However, a popular fan theory suggests that the events of Chapter 257 have indicated...
- 4/21/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Destiny is a Japanese series by Netflix exploring the story of Nishimura Kanade, a public prosecutor in Tokyo. Through Kanade’s story, the series depicts the impact of the judgmental nature of Japanese society, which may lead to the isolation of an individual. Nishimura was only a 9th grader when her father took his own life. Her father was a prosecutor himself who was accused of fabricating corruption cases, which had him disbarred from his profession. Following her father’s death, Kanade and her mother moved to Nagano, but rumors about her father spread quite quickly. Kanade was ostracized for being the daughter of a fraudster, because of which she became reclusive and buried herself in books instead of making friends. As a result, she develops severe social anxiety until she enrolls in law school.
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How Did Kanade Make Friends In College?
Kanade was too scared to talk...
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How Did Kanade Make Friends In College?
Kanade was too scared to talk...
- 4/12/2024
- by Shrey Ashley Philip
- Film Fugitives
Michihito Fujii has been working like a factory lately for Netflix, with the majority of his latest works featuring in the streaming service, including “Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045”, and the more recent “Hard Days” and “Village” among others. His latest work, however, signals a change to a “tamer” narrative, as “The Parades” is a drama about the afterlife, inspired by the Fukushima disaster.
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Minako, a TV reporter and single mother, finds herself roaming the area she lived in after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, in search of her lost boy. Soon she realizes though, that she is dead and that the living cannot see or hear her. While getting totally lost about her new reality, she is discovered by Akira, a writer who is in the same situation, who takes her under his wing and introduces her to his...
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Minako, a TV reporter and single mother, finds herself roaming the area she lived in after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, in search of her lost boy. Soon she realizes though, that she is dead and that the living cannot see or hear her. While getting totally lost about her new reality, she is discovered by Akira, a writer who is in the same situation, who takes her under his wing and introduces her to his...
- 3/20/2024
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
If you ever asked an anime fan about their views on a live-action adaptation of their favorite anime or manga series, you wouldn’t get a positive response from them. Live-action adaptations have always managed to disappoint fans and have never been liked by fans until Netlfix’s One Piece live-action came and changed the scene.
Poster of City-Hunter
Following the success of One Piece, there has been a surge of live-action, and one of the most acclaimed manga series, City Hunter, is getting its own live-action adaptation, which will be released on Netflix on April 25, 2024. Netflix recently released information about two more cast members and they are Masanobu Ando and Fumino Kimura.
Netflix’s City Hunter Live-Action adaptation cast members revealed
Live-action adaptations are the new trend in the entertainment industry, as many fan-favorite anime and manga franchises are getting adapted into movies and the characters are being brought to television,...
Poster of City-Hunter
Following the success of One Piece, there has been a surge of live-action, and one of the most acclaimed manga series, City Hunter, is getting its own live-action adaptation, which will be released on Netflix on April 25, 2024. Netflix recently released information about two more cast members and they are Masanobu Ando and Fumino Kimura.
Netflix’s City Hunter Live-Action adaptation cast members revealed
Live-action adaptations are the new trend in the entertainment industry, as many fan-favorite anime and manga franchises are getting adapted into movies and the characters are being brought to television,...
- 2/27/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
Itadori Yuji, the protagonist of Jujutsu Kaisen has been through some of the worst moments in the history of the series. Not only has he witnessed his friends and family die, but he also became a vessel for a mass murderer: Sukuna. The pain and suffering he has gone through in the early stages of the series makes every fan sympathize with the character.
Itadori Yuji in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2
In a quest to save the world from horrifying curses like Sukuna and Kenjaku, Itadori has been working hard to become powerful and defeat such creatures so that he can take revenge for his friends and family, and also fulfill his promise to his grandfather. But, it may not be so easy as seen in the recent chapters of Jujutsu Kaisen.
All this indicates that the series has taken a dark turn. However, a theory suggests that Itadori Yuji’s...
Itadori Yuji in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2
In a quest to save the world from horrifying curses like Sukuna and Kenjaku, Itadori has been working hard to become powerful and defeat such creatures so that he can take revenge for his friends and family, and also fulfill his promise to his grandfather. But, it may not be so easy as seen in the recent chapters of Jujutsu Kaisen.
All this indicates that the series has taken a dark turn. However, a theory suggests that Itadori Yuji’s...
- 2/21/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Following up on the reveal last year, a global streaming premiere date has been set for the new Japanese live-action City Hunter film. Ryohei Suzuki plays Ryo Saeba in the new feature, which is directed by Yuichi Sato and locked in for an April 25 debut on Netflix. You can see some footage starting at about the 1:50 mark below: Related: City Hunter Gets New Japanese Live-Action Film Set For Release In 2024 In addition to Sato directing, the new live-action City Hunter features a script by Tatsuro Mishima and music by Yoshihide Otomo. The classic City Hunter anime—based on the manga by Tsukasa Hojo—is available on Blu-ray from Discotek Media and is currently streaming on Crunchyroll, which describes the series like so: Ryo Saeba, the legendary City Hunter, is a first-class sweeper for hire, taking on jobs from protecting beautiful women to taking out bad guys permanently. He can...
- 2/8/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
As 2023 bids farewell, the annual Anime! Anime! General Election has unveiled the winners of the “Most Recommended Female Voice Actor” of 2023.
The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.
Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.
Checkout the top 20 most recommended female voice actors of 2023 below:
20. Marina Inoue
Notable roles: Armin in Aot, Mai Zenin in Jujutsu Kaisen, Momo Yaoyorozu in Mha, etc.
19. Tomori Kusunoki
Notable roles: Makima in Chainsaw Man,...
The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.
Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.
Checkout the top 20 most recommended female voice actors of 2023 below:
20. Marina Inoue
Notable roles: Armin in Aot, Mai Zenin in Jujutsu Kaisen, Momo Yaoyorozu in Mha, etc.
19. Tomori Kusunoki
Notable roles: Makima in Chainsaw Man,...
- 12/29/2023
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Winner of a number of awards from the Japanese Academy, Kinema Junpo, Mainichi and Blue Ribbon, “W's Tragedy” is based on Shizuko Natsuki's “Murder at Mt Fuji” but essentially takes the film within a film (within a stage play actually in this case) in one of the most successful titles of Kadokawa's pop experimentalism.
Natsuki's original book, the story of a rich family torn apart by the murder of their patriarch, and their heiress being accused of the crime, becomes a play and is acted out by a troupe of actors in Osaka. Shizuka Mita is a young, ambitious actress, who aims at taking a central role, that of rich heiress Mako Watsuji, which ends up, though, to another young actress, Kaori. A saddened Shizuka finally succumbs to the woes of Akio Morita, a man who had met her accidentally on the street and started flirting with her,...
Natsuki's original book, the story of a rich family torn apart by the murder of their patriarch, and their heiress being accused of the crime, becomes a play and is acted out by a troupe of actors in Osaka. Shizuka Mita is a young, ambitious actress, who aims at taking a central role, that of rich heiress Mako Watsuji, which ends up, though, to another young actress, Kaori. A saddened Shizuka finally succumbs to the woes of Akio Morita, a man who had met her accidentally on the street and started flirting with her,...
- 10/31/2023
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
A heart-warming middle-of-the-road drama about loss and progress by the director of the Netflix series “Hibana: Spark” (2016). Two years have passed since Kenji lost his wife, Kayo, due to dementia. Now, the 71-year-old starts to feel the same symptoms and tries to find ways to counter the process. He joins the Long and Healthy Life Club, where he befriends the eccentric Mr. Hashimoto. They sign up for a swimming course given by the once-professional athlete Kaori, who also struggles with the fact that she is past her peak. Through their experience in the classes, they find new perspectives in life.
The Rest of Our Lives is screening at Camera Japan
Director Shinji Kuma demonstrates a compassionate glance at the concept of aging. The two storylines of Kaori and Kenji are well-written and not underlined by the often cheesy orchestration of the genre. By adding the somewhat perverted character of Mr.
The Rest of Our Lives is screening at Camera Japan
Director Shinji Kuma demonstrates a compassionate glance at the concept of aging. The two storylines of Kaori and Kenji are well-written and not underlined by the often cheesy orchestration of the genre. By adding the somewhat perverted character of Mr.
- 9/24/2023
- by Alexander Knoth
- AsianMoviePulse
Funnyman Kevin Hart really, really loves his kids. The "Die Hart" star is a proud father of four - Heaven, Hendrix, Kenzo, and Kaori. Kevin definitely keeps himself busy with his children, whom he clearly adores (judging by how frequently he raves about them on Instagram).
The comedian shares his two oldest kids with his ex-wife, Torrei Hart, and the former couple amicably co-parent these days despite their differences in the past. In a July 2022 episode of The Pivot Podcast, he admitted getting to a place where they could co-parent as friends was a challenge. "You get better," Kevin shared. "I can credit my ex-wife on growth. Myself too. It's not about us, right? There's a period where your fight blurs into the world of raising kids, and you gotta realize they had nothing to do with the sh*t that we had. And through the course of the years,...
The comedian shares his two oldest kids with his ex-wife, Torrei Hart, and the former couple amicably co-parent these days despite their differences in the past. In a July 2022 episode of The Pivot Podcast, he admitted getting to a place where they could co-parent as friends was a challenge. "You get better," Kevin shared. "I can credit my ex-wife on growth. Myself too. It's not about us, right? There's a period where your fight blurs into the world of raising kids, and you gotta realize they had nothing to do with the sh*t that we had. And through the course of the years,...
- 8/16/2023
- by Hedy Phillips
- Popsugar.com
Films that resemble stageplays are not exactly an oddity in Japanese cinema, but still remain in the realm of the “underground” for the most part, frequently waiting for a foreign distributor/programmer to take them on, with Third Window having done a good job in the particular aspect in the past. Kyoji Kamui also presents a film in the category, with “7Ways” being a kind of one-man show, as he is also the script writer, the editor and the cinematographer, but also a rather weird one in almost all of its aspects. The movie opened in Ikebukuro Cinema Rosa this June, while it also screened in Osaka later on, in packed screenings.
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Writer Nao arrives on an isolated island, where she is greeted by the owner of the sole hotel in the area, known as Master. The Master introduces her to stage actor Ginji,...
“7Ways” review is part of the Submit Your Film Initiative
Writer Nao arrives on an isolated island, where she is greeted by the owner of the sole hotel in the area, known as Master. The Master introduces her to stage actor Ginji,...
- 8/8/2023
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
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Heaven Hart just reached a major life milestone. On Friday, May 25, Kevin Hart's oldest daughter, Heaven Hart, graduated from high school. The proud dad shared an Instagram post celebrating his daughter's accomplishments, as well as thanking his niece, Sanny, for setting such a good example for her by becoming the first person in their family to go to college.
Kevin shared a series of photos from what appears to be Heaven's graduation party to his grid. In the first photo, the dad and daughter pose together, while the second photo features the 18-year-old with her cousin Sanny, and the final pic is a snap of all four of the Hart siblings.
"It's not about me….It has always been about them!!!!!!! I am so proud of my little girl," the "Fatherhood" actor captioned his post. "I am...
A post shared by Kevin Hart (@kevinhart4real)
Heaven Hart just reached a major life milestone. On Friday, May 25, Kevin Hart's oldest daughter, Heaven Hart, graduated from high school. The proud dad shared an Instagram post celebrating his daughter's accomplishments, as well as thanking his niece, Sanny, for setting such a good example for her by becoming the first person in their family to go to college.
Kevin shared a series of photos from what appears to be Heaven's graduation party to his grid. In the first photo, the dad and daughter pose together, while the second photo features the 18-year-old with her cousin Sanny, and the final pic is a snap of all four of the Hart siblings.
"It's not about me….It has always been about them!!!!!!! I am so proud of my little girl," the "Fatherhood" actor captioned his post. "I am...
- 5/27/2023
- by Sabienna Bowman
- Popsugar.com
Dementia seems to be the name of the game in cinema over the course of recent years. After Richard Glatzer’s and Wash Westmoreland’s effort “Still Alice” (2014) that took Julianne Moore to her first and so far only Oscar for playing the titular character, an academic who has to deal with the illness that will rapidly take her greatest asset, and even more impressive Florian Zeller’s stage play adaptation “The Father” (2020) that brought Anthony Hopkins his second Academy Award for the role, the Japanese novelist and producer Genki Kawamura took his own novel on the same topic as a source for his feature-length directorial debut. After the premiere at San Sebastian and the tour of festivals in East and Southeast Asia, “A Hundred Flowers” was screened at Belgrade International Film Festival.
On New Year’s Eve, and just before her birthday, retired piano teacher Yuriko Kasai (Mieko Harada...
On New Year’s Eve, and just before her birthday, retired piano teacher Yuriko Kasai (Mieko Harada...
- 2/28/2023
- by Marko Stojiljković
- AsianMoviePulse
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