As a devoted admirer, I’d put it like this: “In Your Friends & Neighbors,” I, as Coop (Hamm), embark on an intriguing journey into the criminal underworld. After losing my high-powered hedge fund job, I resort to questionable methods to preserve my lavish country club lifestyle. However, things take a turn for the complex when I unwittingly become entangled in a web of crime.
At Anime Expo 2025, it was revealed that a fresh storyline is set to unfold in the same universe as the previous series, with no signs yet suggesting any connections to David’s heart-wrenching narrative. Here’s hoping that the upcoming show can capture the emotional depth and impact of the original Edgerunners, which continues to stir emotions among viewers.
In much the same way as each passing decade tends to have its share, many albums didn’t receive the acclaim they deserved from critics, audiences, or even both. Some received some recognition and built a dedicated fanbase, but eventually faded into obscurity as the years went by.
During the festival’s grand opening on Friday evening, I, a devoted fan, had the privilege of witnessing Peter Sarsgaard’s heartfelt speech after being honored with the KVIFF President’s Award. In his moving acceptance, he strongly denounced divisions, particularly those prevalent in the U.S., expressing: “The real adversaries are the elements that separate us.” He further emphasized: “Individually, we can’t conquer all; unity is essential. As my nation steps back from its international duties and seeks isolation, it is also being torn apart by internal strife—strife born of political, gender, sexual, racial, and even Jewish communities divided over conflicts.” Notably, Sarsgaard’s partner, Maggie Gyllenhaal, is of the Jewish faith.
Although Netflix viewers widely praised and embraced Castlevania, it unexpectedly stirred up a significant debate among fans of the original video games. These fans were particularly critical of certain creative choices, which they felt contradicted the series’ tone, lore, and essence, as compared to the source material. While some viewers appreciated the complex storyline and character development, others felt it deviated too much from what initially made Castlevania so iconic. Consequently, the show became one of Netflix’s highest-rated programs but also one of its most contentious.