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12 Moments of Anime 2011: Madoka’s Mom Tells It How It Is

Posted on December 16, 2011 by ghostlightning

[Third Moment: Saorin Says The Darnedest Things (Wandering Son)] Madoka’s family is nontraditional; subverting the inherited order of having the Husband/Father act as breadwinner while the Wife/Mother keeps house and raises the children. This constructed order is taken apart and … Continue reading →

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World Building as Plot: Madoka Magica Finale (Spoilers)

Posted on April 25, 2011 by ghostlightning

If I were a fan of Magic Girl shows, little girls showing their underwear ever so teasingly (and getting naked if only during the OP), SHAFT, Shinbo and/or Urobochi, then I’d probably think Magic Girl Madoka Magica is a stunning … Continue reading →

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Madoka Magica’s Great Question

Posted on January 29, 2011 by ghostlightning

What is that one thing I wish for? It is a very important question because it will come true. Madoka is in a very interesting place because that this she wishes for is actually the cost of the wish. The … Continue reading →

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