At first glance, As expected, my high school romance has failed - it's a typical romp with characters that fit perfectly into the genre archetype. But upon closer inspection, this anime makes you question the standards set by society. With a focus on Hachimane Hikigaya, a social outcast, the anime depicts how he develops bitterness towards his school's toxic social construct. He soon becomes part of a social club and is forced to step out of his comfort zone to make new friends. While the anime follows the club's adventures as a group, it also reflects Hachiman's transformation as he begins to appreciate the people around him more than ever. White Box / Shirobako: Movie (February 29, 2020) In a world full of fantasy anime shows, the White Box outshines everyone else with its sense of realism. It revolves around the lives of five young women aspiring to make a name for themselves in the anime industry. By focusing on them, it also sheds light on the har