The Last Blossom wins the Jury Award, Audience Award, and Geek Native’s fan poll at the Scotland Loves Anime 2025 festival.
Anime reviews, trailers and news
Welcome to Geek Native's dedicated Anime section, your portal to the latest and greatest from Japan. From action-packed shonen and fantastical isekai to slice-of-life comedies and mech-filled sci-fi, we cover the full spectrum of anime. This is the place for news on upcoming series, reviews of current seasons, and trailers for the most anticipated new releases.
Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just starting your journey, we'll help you discover what to watch next. For those ready to dive in, you can explore a huge library of series, both new and classic, over at Crunchyroll. Stay tuned for our latest recommendations and updates!
100 Meters review: A straightforward sprint but is life ever that simple?
Is the finish line the most important part of the race? We look at the existential questions posed by 100 Meters.
Lupin III OVA review: A high-octane marathon at Scotland Loves Anime
Was the 8-part Lupin III OVA marathon a fitting finale for Scotland Loves Anime? Read our review of the gory, stylish, and character-focused adventure.
Anime review: Labyrinth’s muddled mashup
Is the anime Labyrinth (2021) worth watching? Geek Native reviews a film that is part Fight Club, part Creepypasta, and part social media lecture.
Lupin the IIIrd: The Immortal Bloodline review
Our review of the Lupin IIIrd film finds a “larger than life” plot that doesn’t quite work, but the classic character dynamics and stylish action still offer satisfaction.
Anime Review: ‘Junk World’ is an unexpected stop-motion delight
There’s a lot going on in Takahide Hori’s Junk World, and it took Bronwen completely by surprise.
Anime review: All You Need Is Kill (and a good power suit)
Rita is stuck in a time loop, dying daily at the hands of aliens. Read our review of the All You Need Is Kill OVA to see if it breaks the mould.
Cha0 Review: A surreal, fishy and compelling drama
Is Cha0 the surrealist anime hit of the year? Our review explores this compelling drama about a near-future city, a grimy past, and a truly unusual marriage.
Angel’s Egg review: An enduring classic or just an endurance test?
A 1985 classic, Angel’s Egg is visually stunning but narratively hollow. Our review explores why this Mamoru Oshii film is a beautiful but frustrating watch.
Anime Review: The Last Blossom
Geek Native reviews The Last Blossom, a surprisingly moving anime film about a dying Yakuza, his past regrets, and a mysterious talking plant.
