Today we bring you a translation of a long conversation between My Dress-Up Darling‘s core staff about the massively talented animation team that gathers around Shouta Umehara, the ups and downs of its production, and what it’s like to animate a work about unashamedly dedicating yourself to the creative process.
It’s time for a final look at the greatest animated works of 2022. We’ve gathered commercial and independent animators, directors, designers, writers, musicians, and everything in between to share their favorite works of the year in the Sakugabooru Animation Awards 2022. Welcome to the Sakugabowl!
Bocchi the Rock has been a wonderful mix of ridiculous comedy and compelling character growth. Now that it’s over, though with hopes to return, let’s take a final look at its production and one of the most creative teams that have graced TV anime.