Sneak Peak of July

As this is the 5th Thursday of the month, I'll be taking a break.  I'll be back with a new theme for July next week.  Here is a not so subtle hint as to the theme.

Pet Project Part 4: Puss 'n Boots

Countries and cultures are always borrowing stories from each other.  Disney took Mulan from China and Toei took this delightful title from the West.  Enjoy the rambunctious feline action in:

Puss 'n Boots

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Pet Project Part 3: Mr. Stain On Junk Alley

I usually review titles at least ten years old.  I'm breaking that rule this week for the sake of a title from 2003 I don't think has gotten nearly enough attention.  This week we'll be looking at a bum and his cat in:

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Pet Project Part 2: Panda! Go Panda!

Another story of a girl abandoned by her legal guardians this week, but with a much happier take on the whole ordeal.  We'll be looking at a forgotten Miyazaki title as we explore:

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Pet Project Part 1: Junkers Come Here!

This month we'll be focusing on people and their beloved animal companions.  First up will be a story about a young girl and her talking dog who grants wishes.  Sounds like a happy, child-pleasing tale right?  Oh you poor naive fool.  Brace yourself for the tragedy of:

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