Exploring Global Narratives and Southeast Asian Connections in Contemporary Anime

Anime Symposium: Uncovering Global Narratives and Southeast Asian Connections

Conference Overview

The Anime Symposium, convened by Dr. Gan Sheuo Hui from LASALLE College of the Arts' Puttnam School of Film Animation and Associate Professor Deborah Shamoon from the Department of Japanese Studies at National University of Singapore NUS, delve into contemporary anime storytelling practices with a unique focus on visual expressions that resonate globally and locally in Southeast Asia. The two-and-a-half-day event fosters an inclusive community platform for researchers, educators, and practitioners to connect through formal presentations and informal dialogues.

Key Themes

• Assessing Anime Storytelling: Reevaluating the current emphasis on anime visuals to understand their cultural implications and societal impact.

• Building Southeast Asian Anime Connections: Highlighting the influence of Japanese anime in Southeast Asia while exploring unique regional adaptations, challenges, and opportunities.

Symposium Structure

• Day 1: Launch of The Cambridge Companion to Manga and Anime Cambridge University Press, with insights from international authors and editors from Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Sweden, and the UK.

• Days 2 3: Inviting practitioners from Southeast Asia to share their experiences in creatively integrating Japanese anime elements while addressing regional nuances.

Research Focus

Scholars will investigate innovative methodologies for studying visual culture within anime across various platforms such as episodic series, cinema, and online media. This multidisciplinary approach enrich our understanding of how anime transcs its status as a product into a lifestyle and expressive medium.

Support Funding

Supported by the Mitsui NUS Japanese Studies in Southeast Asia owment Fund, this symposium is open to all interested participants at no cost.

Registration Status

The Anime Symposium registration has reached capacity, marking it as an inclusive event for global enthusiasts looking to engage with and contribute to anime discourse.

Innovation Highlight

This symposium emphasizes a global-local fusion, enabling attees to not only critique but also celebrate the shared linguistic foundations in anime storytelling while recognizing its unique expressions across diverse Southeast Asian contexts.

Contact Information

For any queries or further detls about this event, please reach out via eml at [email protected].

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