“Promote better pay and scheduling for the workers”: Crunchyroll’s CEO Ignored a Disturbing Problem While Saying Anime Should Stay Inherently Japanese
Recently, a statement from the Crunchyroll chief executive has gained traction in the anime-manga community. The CEO spoke about the cultural aspects and essence of anime and the need to preserve them as anime gains more popularity around the world. Fans believe that while the statements seem to be made in good faith, they lack depth.
Crunchyroll’s Mascot Hime | Credits: Crunchyroll
The grim condition of the animation industry is public knowledge, and anyone familiar with the workings of the anime-manga industry is aware of the problem. Given that, the CEO’s focus on ascertaining that the cultural essence remains intact is one dimensional and turns a blind eye to the disturbing problem that is quite prevalent.
Crunchyroll CEO’s Primary Focus and the Problem With it A still from High Guardian Spice, an anime by Crunchyroll | Credits: Crunchyroll Studios
During Anime Expo 2024, the CEO was asked about the best...
Crunchyroll’s Mascot Hime | Credits: Crunchyroll
The grim condition of the animation industry is public knowledge, and anyone familiar with the workings of the anime-manga industry is aware of the problem. Given that, the CEO’s focus on ascertaining that the cultural essence remains intact is one dimensional and turns a blind eye to the disturbing problem that is quite prevalent.
Crunchyroll CEO’s Primary Focus and the Problem With it A still from High Guardian Spice, an anime by Crunchyroll | Credits: Crunchyroll Studios
During Anime Expo 2024, the CEO was asked about the best...
- 8/30/2024
- by Laveena Joshi
- FandomWire
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