We lost an absolute legend in animation. Not just in Japanese animation, but worldwide - He passed away on the 13th, but it was only announced today.
Sources:
https://www.nikkansports.com/entertainm ... 00303.html
https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society ... 220-92380/
May he rest in peace.
RIP Leiji Matsumoto
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Captain_EO
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Re: RIP Leiji Matsumoto
Sails the Sea of Stars, sir Matsumoto!
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usamimi
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Re: RIP Leiji Matsumoto
Thanks for posting this news - I've been so busy with moving, I totally spaced on posting it here!
I'm actually setting up doing a memorial live-stream later this month, so if anyone wants to participate, here's the details: https://animenostalgia.blogspot.com/202 ... leiji.html
I'm actually setting up doing a memorial live-stream later this month, so if anyone wants to participate, here's the details: https://animenostalgia.blogspot.com/202 ... leiji.html
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Captain_EO
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Re: RIP Leiji Matsumoto
Thanks for the advance notice, Usamimi. I'm planning on tuning in to your stream tomorrow, if time permits it!