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hiya peeps. could you please be amazing at take two mins to answer the questions below. im sorry that its not the best place to put a questionnaire but im thinking your the better people to go to, when asking the questions.

thank you sooo very much xx



1. age

2. gender

3. what attracted you to anime?

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?

7. what do you look for in anime films?

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?

and do you think they should explore this genre?

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?

and if so why?





THIS IS THE END, thank you soo much. xx

1. age? 16

2. gender? Guy.

3. what attracted you to anime? Ghilbli films, never really clicked with animes seriously before.

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques? Both really, if it's not rushed.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? If there is a decent plot and characters CGI is fine.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI? I don't think so, CGI will get more popular but there will always be a place for hand drawn.

7. what do you look for in anime films? Story and characters.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime? Never come across any except Digimon when I was younger but I'm not sure if it's western or not lol...

and do you think they should explore this genre? Yeah why not.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? Dude. I only just got interested in it lol. 8]

1. age

- 14

2. gender

- Female

3. what attracted you to anime?

- My mum bought a Studio Ghibli film one day, just on a whim really, and then I got into Studio Ghibli and joined this forum, then I started researching anime, and I guess mainly due to the discussion that was taking place here I started looking at specific series just out of curiosity and... I was hooked on anime.

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.

- Hand drawn.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?

- Neither really. I certainly can't see it having a negative impact in any way.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?

- Definitely not. I think there will always be preference for the traditional style.

7. what do you look for in anime films?

- For me, great characters are just as important, if not more important, more than a great plot. I'm a bit of a fangirl so attractive guy characters always score points with me lol.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?

and do you think they should explore this genre?

- I don't think it's a good idea for western filmmakers to attempt to replicate anime styles. I feel that anime is something fundamentally 'eastern' and should be left up to professionals so to speak.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?

and if so why?

- I'm becoming more and more into anime all the time I think. Animes all seem to have a certain amount of originality and uniqueness that many western TV series seem to lack these days. I've yet to find an anime that I really haven't enjoyed.

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1. age

19, as of this morning

2. gender

Male

3. what attracted you to anime?

Toonami

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.

I think you can end up with a beautiful art style with either, while I enjoy the flashy effects of CGI when used properly, I don't think the early ghibli works are missing anything for not having used CGI.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?

I think in the long run it's a good thing, ya sometimes people go over the top flashy with it, but ultimately it just means there are more options out there to express artistic freedom.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?

I think there will always be people who use hand drawn techniques or at least keep with the style even if CGI help is used.

7. what do you look for in anime films?

The same things people look for in live action films, a good mix of story and action that keeps the fans interested, but of course with anime art style is also important and a good art style can mean the difference between crossing that line from good to amazing. And a sloppy, too flashy, or inappropriate art style can take it down a peg.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?

and do you think they should explore this genre?

Yes, I think Avatar: The Last Airbender is a prime example of a western show that draws most of its influence from anime (specifically Miyazaki), and pulls it off well. It has both western and anime influences and I would love to see similar shows.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?

and if so why?

Yes, I guess I've just always liked everything about anime.

Post last edited by Necromas on 05.04.2008, 09:06 PM.

1. age 18

2. gender male

3. what attracted you to anime? unique

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques. yayk yak ....i dunno
ghibli is awesomely avatar godlike but ff7 is awesomely god avatar like as well,,...the other ff's are ok
ssoooo i don't know

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? cgi anime is annoyingly silly.. it should be outcasted....
complete cgi anime is silly
and anime with lots of gi in it looks worse..
digitally coloured anime ...sugoui des ne...

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI? yes i can ...not a good thing ...the world moves to fast..

7. what do you look for in anime films? diversity.. not a basic story,,.. something for all ages and everyone

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime? no that peeves me ...yanks ...grrrr
i won't go there just now...
they are just try hards ..when it comes to that art form

and do you think they should explore this genre? ...NO! leave it be

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? yar!!

and if so why? because it captivates one attention with good stuff!

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Post last edited by Farren on 08.31.2008, 08:52 PM.

1. age
16

2. gender
male

3. what attracted you to anime?
I like the artistic style, and the storylines tend to be quite good.

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.
Hand-drawn. CGI can be good if it's done well, but when it's used together with hand-drawn style, it can look out of place. So in general, CGI is difficult to get right.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?
I'm indifferent really. As long as studios use it well, I'm happy with it.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?
I hope not, as I prefer the hand drawn style. I think there will always be demand for old-fashioned animation.

7. what do you look for in anime films?
A clever plot, interesting characters and attractive art.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?
Normally, no. If it's a parody, I don't mind, but otherwise it's often not too good.

and do you think they should explore this genre?
Within reason. I don't think that they should go out of their way and make a big deal out of it anyway, as that'll just build expectations which can't be met.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?
More so now. Even though I still don't watch a lot, I'm much more into it than I was back in the days of Dragonball Z.

and if so why?
Because I've discovered that it isn't just about unrealistic fight scenes in space.

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1. age

14 like all the cool kids.

2. gender

Female. I think.

3. what attracted you to anime?

Well I watched Spirited Away (Studio Ghibli) and was like: WOAHHH and then found this forum and that basically started it all. Though I suspect it goes back as far as watching Pokemon every saturday morning on GMTV kids. I cant be sure though

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.

Hand drawn all the way! (yeahhh!) CGI is great for games like in final fantasy or kingdom of hearts BUT when I watch a show I like it when its hand drawn. I think its nicer that way

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?

Well I dont think its a bad thing because y'know everything has its place but I dont think it should stop animators producing hand drawn work either.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?

Well. Thats whats basically happened to Disney, hasnt it? I mean, wave goodbye to Beauty and the Beast classics say hello to crappy films about penguins. But I think hand drawn techniques go so far back that there isnt any immediate danger of that happening. And if it did i'd be having some SERIOUS words with these CGI people.

7. what do you look for in anime films?

The lead has to be attractive. Im sorry but I refuse to watch a show when the lead charachter is about as exciting to the eye as a can of tuna. I mean its an added bonus if they're deep and interesting charachters but I want them to look good too espescially if they are guys. Since y'know, I kind of have a thing for guys. Being female and all.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?

Not really, they're usually a pile of crap.

9.and do you think they should explore this genre?

Well sure if they can manage to get half decent at it, but I think they'll try to westernize/ise (sp?!) too much when they should actually be trying to conform to the fantastic original style of anime.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?

Yep, thats for ruddy sure. I used to be OBSESSED with pokemon but now im obsessed with pretty much everything I watch. I call if the Disease-of-the-Fangirl, as long as there is an attractive male charachter in the show you have me hooked.

10.and if so why?

Because I like looking at pretty pictures And I like having things to discuss with all the lovely people on this forum. Plus y'know when your like, 8 years old its hard to get excited over breathtaking animation or heated love scenes. Not that I watch anything with heated love scenes in. 0.o

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4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.

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1. age
16

2. gender
Female

3. what attracted you to anime?
I was young. Any cartoon would be interesting. When I got older, I noticed the many effective anime styles and animation techniques. The story lines also became more of an interest.

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.
I don't really mind which. They're both really well done. CGI anime have really advanced through the last couple of years though. It's truly amazing!

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?
Well it deffinately made the hand-drawn animations obsolete in a sense, but it's good I suppose. It's much cleaner..

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?
Yes. I suppose. But I still think hand-drawing is still about these days. To be able to hand-draw something on your own would be incredible, don't you think?

7. what do you look for in anime films?
Story line. If the art is also pleasing to the eyes, and if the animation is fluent, it's a bonus.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?
Hmm. Well I haven't really seen one. Avatar I never really got interested in, so I can't be sure.

and do you think they should explore this genre?
Well, I suppose. But anime is anime and it's a Japanese thing. So I don't really want that part to change so much.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?
I'm not so sure. I've been reading more mangas than I have watching anime the past year or so. But yes, I guess I'm still into it.

and if so why?
Like I've said, the styles are changing, and the Japanese are getting way better with the animating part. And the stories get more epic <3

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Age- 13

Gender- Female

What attracted you to anime?- When I was younger, I was obsessed with a show called "Sailor Moon" and after the class was available as a fun outside of school yet in school class, I took it gladly. I learned... some of the techniques and always drew in the way that I had learned because to me it was easier. I must say though... I wasn't good, I didn't know that much and whatever. Later on, I got sort of interested in anime but where I came from it was pretty much shunned- probably because of the people that watched it. It wasn't until I came here that I really started watching any anime and yeah.

Which do you prefer? Hand draw (like early Ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques? - um... CGi or hand drawn is fine by me- but I find that hand drawn gives the anime a more natural feel and I rather prefer it. A tad...

do you think that CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? - I dunno... I'm not sure!

What do you look for in anime films? - Me being me, I like animes that have a slight comedic and light feel to them. Normally the art helps because it helps set the feel for it. Dark isn't for me! Call me strange.

Are you attracted to Western attempts at anime? - Actually, I don't recall seeing much.

And do you think that they should explore this genre? - it doesn't matter! If it's what they wanna do, then it's what they wanna do. It always bugs me when people claim that just because someone doesn't come from where they are they can't do certain things. Where you're from doesn't matter as long as you keep whatever you're doing true to the particular style that is traditional.

Are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? - I actually just recently discovered this stuff... but if you count about a month, more so.

And if so why? - I've found better animes and the stuff grows on me sorta.

1. age: 61

2. gender: male

3. what attracted you to anime?: watched cartoons all my life, kinda shifted oveer to anime... prefer many animated films to real life anymore...

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques. : Always have prefered the earlier films for the warmth, I guess you'd say... It's like in the old, old cartoons, say Popeye, where every background was drawn in, then they went and started using a standard BG and just moved the action past it... never the same after that.. I think the same oges here...

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? : whether it's a good thing or not, it is here to stay...

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI? : for the most part, yes...

7. what do you look for in anime films? Warmth, a good story line like "Whisper of the Heart", "Only Yesterday"

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime? Sure, why not. The east and west both have many great artists

and do you think they should explore this genre? yes

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? yes, I think so...

and if so why? just a love of the animated films...

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You know, almost no-one hand draws anime any more. Miyazaki is one of the last ones doing it.

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Screw your opinions, they are not relevant ^^.

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1. age
15
2. gender
Male
3. what attracted you to anime?
My cousin downloaded Spirited Away a few years ago, and i sneaked into his room and stole the laptop to see that film. Haven't stopped watching anime since.
4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques?
Mostly i like hand-drawn, but it really depends on the story, whether i like it hand drawn or some other technique
5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?
When it's done well, it's a good thing, but when not......
6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?
I hope there will be left some good animators who will still draw their movies.
7. what do you look for in anime films?
A good story mostly.
8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?
Not really
and do you think they should explore this genre?
If they could do it well, then yes, but if not, then no..
9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?
I'm more into anime than i was when i first discovered it.
and if so why?
Because I keep finding new and interesting anime films and series.

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1. age - 14

2. gender - Male

3. what attracted you to anime? - My Dad Got "Spirted Away" On DVD And Its Made Me Want To See More Animie Films I Still Think "Spirted Away" Is My Faverote Out Of All Of Them

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques. Im Not Too Fussed Just As The Films Good

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? I Dont Mind It

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI? No Because There Will Still Be Some Low Budget Films That Use Hand Draw In The Future But I Think The Big Componys Will Switch To CGI

7. what do you look for in anime films? Good Story Lines Ect And Fantays Things Eg Dragons, Tree Spirts, Moving Castles Ect.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime? I Dont Think Its As Good As Studio Ghibli But No One Should Not Try Somthing

and do you think they should explore this genre? Yes People Should Try Every Thing

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? Yes

and if so why? It One Of My Favorate Type Of Film / Tv Series And I Also Am Trying To Collecet Anime Collectobles Unforntualy Im Only Have Some "My Neighbor Totoro" Stuff XD

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1. age: 14

2. gender: Male

3. what attracted you to anime? My sister showing me Inuyasha.

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques. I can't decide.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing?
Good, but I like hand-Drawn stuff a bit better.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI? Sadly, yes.

7. what do you look for in anime films? Everything that was in Princess Mononoke.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime? Nope.

and do you think they should explore this genre? Nope.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? More into it, actually.

and if so why? because it is "Teh Shiz" and by "Teh Shiz" I mean "THE SHIT".

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My turn :
1. 19
2. Female
3. When I was a kid I used to watch cartoons and animated films a lot and as I´ve grown up I got stuck to it
4.well,I prefer hand draw,but I don´t mind watching films as Final Fantasy
5.I think it´s good,because it also is a part of film art you know
6.Yes, I can ...
7.What I look for in anime movies? hmmm,I´m not sure what I am looking for,but probably a story or better said a character who I have sth in common with,a story with meaning (but I search for this in every movie even though it is not an anime)
8.It depends on the movie - if I like it or I don´t
9.Yes,of course I am ....why?There is a huge amount of anime films and series that I haven´t seen yet ...and I love drawing anime myself

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Post last edited by Evey on 08.31.2008, 03:12 PM.

1. age- 15

2. gender- Female

3. what attracted you to anime?- Movements, Colouring and Great detail

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques.- even though i LOVE final fantasy, i prefer hand drawn

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? - Depends

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI?- Yes, I can.

7. what do you look for in anime films?- Good story lines

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime?- only Avatar, I love Aang

and do you think they should explore this genre?- Not sure *shrugs*

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it?- YES

and if so why?- Its entertaining. LOVE IT, ALWAYS HAVE, ALWAYS WILL

1. age:19

2. gender:Female

3. what attracted you to anime: Spirited away mainly. But anime is more visually stunning and the storlines better than anything you can get in the west.

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques: Both, It depends on how there used.

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing: It's a good thing when done properly.

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI: No, not in the least. There is just something about hand drawings that you can't get with CGI.

7. what do you look for in anime films: A good stroyline, believable characters, great visuals.

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime: Nope, western anime never quite lives up to japanese, there just better at it.

and do you think they should explore this genre: Yes, Somebody might get it right.

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it: Yes, If not more so.

and if so why: Anime is more interesting than western stuff.

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1. age - 20

2. gender - Man
3. what attracted you to anime? - the stories

4. which do you prefer, hand draw (like early ghibli) or CGI (final fantasy) techniques. - uhh.. anime

5. do you think CGI anime is a good thing or a bad thing? - dont rahlly care! but anime looks authentic

6. can you see hand draw techniques disappearing with the replacment of CGI? NOOOOOOOO!!!

7. what do you look for in anime films? - good story

8. are you attracted towards western film makers attempts of anime? - noo WAY!

and do you think they should explore this genre? NO!! i mean c'mon look at simpsons!!

9. are you still into anime as much as you were when you first discovered it? ohhhh yessss! improving!

and if so why? the art, more discovery, more to learn, the language, the collection, the omg!!ness...

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