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Amidst piracy and leaks, plagiarism is another growing concern in the manga industry. Mark Hamill’s movie is an example of this, especially with its influence on this manga.
The film, although underrated, has its share of fanbase. In regards to the manga, though, most fans weren’t happy with the series’ blatant copying of the plot.
The publishing company removed the manga after serious allegations. This sparked an array of reactions among the viewers and fans. But there’s more to it.
Interestingly, the film is a commentary on adulthood and the rites of passage. Its compelling themes and storyline are what sets it apart from the manga in more ways than one.
Shueisha removes this manga from its platforms
Shueisha as we all know, is a renowned manga publishing company along the lines of Kodansha and Viz Media. It has produced some notable works that have gained notoriety in the industry. These includeOne Piece,Chainsaw Man, andBoruto.
Additionally, it has also been subject to controversies likepiracy and leaks. And while 2024 has been a year of piracy and copyright infringement, it doesn’t end there.
There have been several reforms regarding underpayment and overworking within the manga industry. This has led the publication giant to carry outreforms for several artists. As one of the companies affected by infringement, this came as a relief for several mangaka.
And while this is a breather for most artists, a recent move by the publishers is a stark reminder of reality. To add to the trouble, the team removed a manga on the allegations of plagiarism.
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Sayonara Wonder Rabbitwas removed from the platform after plagiarism allegations. The publishers released anofficial announcementsaying:
Thank you very much for your continued support of “Tonari no Young Jump.”
We have received a variety of feedback regarding the special one-shot “Goodbye Wonder Rabbit,” which was published on Friday, November 22nd in “Tonari no Young Jump” and the manga app “Young Jump!”
In response to these comments, we held discussions and determined that the work in question had not been sufficiently checked within the editorial department before being distributed, and as of today, we have removed it from publication.
We look forward to your continued support of “Tonari no Young Jump.”
The news spread like wildfire and garnered an array of reactions. while most people condemned the manga for its plagiarism, others seem to be interested in it.
In a similar vein, fans compared both manga and the movie in terms of their similarities. In this case, however,Brigsby Bearstands as a true classic in terms of its portrayal of adulthood.
Mark Hamill and Andy Samberg’s flick is a commentary on adulthood
Brigsby Bearis a 2017 film directed by Dave Mc Cary and starringMark Hamilland Kyle Mooney. To sum it up, the movie focuses on James who has an obsession with giving his favorite series, closure.
Brigsby Bearis symbolic of a lost childhood. James’ efforts to finish the story and bring closure is his need to bring him closer to his inner child. Overall, the movie is a poignant reminder of the harsh reality of adulthood.
The film outlines a rite of passage into adulthood but retains that theme of inner child. Creativity in this case plays an important role for the protagonist to find himself among the chaos.Andy Sambergappears as his usual goofy self.
He plays the role of Eric who becomes the hero’s confidante. The story is a much-needed comfort for viewers looking for a breather amidst cliche tropes.
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Shueisha’s move serves as an example for upcoming manga artists in the industry. And while it angered most fans, it did pique the interest of several readers.
Brigsby Bearis available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
Himanshi Jeswani
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Himanshi Jeswani is an anime writer at Fandomwire, with her work spanning over 900 articles. Her articles cover shojo, shonen, seinen, and all things beyond. Her interests, however, aren’t limited to simply anime. She has a penchant for exploring different genres of manga, be it horror, yanki, music, and food. She brings out her specialization and expertise in the performing arts through her articles. As a writer, she strives to bridge the gap between the viewers and the medium itself. To her, anime is a revolutionary medium that is capable of creating communities and stories after all.
