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Mallory Flory

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April, 2024
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About Mallory Flory

Mallory is a multi-faceted creative with over a decade of experience in the entertainment/artistic industry. Utilizing her extensive experience in music, film, and theatre, she specializes in Japanese culture and art, media development, and creative writing. In 2024, she gained her master’s degree in music education from Liberty University, where she explored the role of the arts in Japanese culture, including anime, music, and the performing arts.

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Industry Focus

As an anime writer for Screen Rant, Mallory discovers the latest in anime news, explores both new and classic anime and manga, dives deep into story/character analysis, and examines the influence of Japanese culture in anime.

Favorite Media

Mallory’s favorite anime include Death Note, Hunter x Hunter, and Orange. However, a lot of her artistic inspiration is drawn from Studio Ghibli. Howl’s Moving Castle and Spirited Away are her top favorite Hayao Miyazaki films. Finally, Mallory is a part of multiple fandoms whose media is sourced from, or inspired by, Japan, including Super Mario Bros., Sonic the Hedgehog, and Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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Hayao Miyazaki smiling and Motoko from Ghost in the Shell screaming
AI Threatens to Take Over Anime, But Hayao Miyazaki Gave Me Hope

Artists worldwide are losing their jobs to AI, including me, but Miyazaki's statements gave me hope.

The Strawhat crew on the going-merry in the water 7 arc.
Why You Need to Catch Up With One Piece Now More Than Ever

Once the One Piece has been revealed, the news will spread like a wildfire, spoiling the surprise for countless fans.

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Nami in episode 1107
One Piece Takes Over the World's Largest Screen for 25th Anniversary

One Piece has officially become the first anime to take over the world’s largest screen: the Las Vegas Sphere.

Mikasa as blood rains down around her after she fought the Yeagerists Attack on Titan
I Quit Attack on Titan the First Time I Watched It, and Here Is Why

At first, I was taken aback by the realism of AOT, such as the suicide in the first few episodes, which is difficult to stomach.

Attack on Titan cover artwork from the manga, depicting Eren in his Attack Titan form roaring.
10 Best Attack on Titan Manga Covers, Ranked

While each of AOT's 34 volumes has stunning cover art, there are ten that stand out the most.

An image of the cast of AOT the Musical in their ODM gear
One of the Best Recent Movements in Anime is Something American Fans Are Seriously Missing Out On

Anime musicals haven’t seen the light of day in America. However, an Attack on Titan musical coming this fall could change everything.

Statue of Totoro in Ghibli Park and the ghibli characters sitting on a tree branch
Every Studio Ghibli Fan Needs This Travel Spot on Their Bucket List 

While relatively new, Ghibli Park has already proven that it is a perfect tribute to Studio Ghibli’s creative excellence.

Yuji and Choso from Jujutsu Kaisen during their fight at Shibuya
One Jujutsu Kaisen Episode Made Me Finally Understand All the Hype, & Now I'm a Lifelong Fan

As a first-time watcher, I was curious to see what made Jujutus Kaisen truly stand out, and I found it all in one episode.

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My Hero Academia: Shigaraki emerges from a portal, appearing for the first time.
My Hero Academia Shigaraki Cosplay Redefines Anime-Accurate With Incredible Look

This My Hero Academia cosplay reminds fans why Shigaraki is one of the most iconic villains in the series.

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Kugisaki (left), Hinata (center), and Nami (right)
All My Favorite Anime Characters Share One Stereotype - And I'm Fine With It

Redheaded characters in Japanese media possess similar qualities, which happen to make them my absolute favorite.

Luffy and Gojo smiling with the poster of Disney's Snow White 2025 in the background
Why Bad Live-Action Adaptations Make Anime More Relevant Than Ever 

With the rise of soulless live-action adaptations that neglect their original source material, anime is more relevant than ever.

satoru-gojo (1)
10 Best Gojo Moments in Jujutsu Kaisen That Prove Why He's the Series' Most Iconic Hero

Throughout Jujutsu Kaisen's first two seasons and feature film, Satoru Gojo has stolen the show countless times.

Deku blushing at the Sports Festival in MHA
The "My Hero Academia Effect": Cringe Culture and Its Impact on Anime

While MHA blew up in 2020, some fans recently took a hiatus from the series due to certain videos and fanfictions resurfacing.

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Chimera Ants face off against the Hunters with a lightning pattern separating them in Hunter x Hunter.
Hunter X Hunter's Best Episode Perfectly Explains Why the Series Is So Beloved

The final episode of the Chimera Ant atc in Hunter X Hunter perfectly captures the secrets behind the anime’s success.

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Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba's Tanjirou, Nezuko, Zenitsu, & Inosuke Posing with Their Weapons Drawn
Every Demon Slayer Opening & Closing, Ranked

Demon Slayer has some of the most stunning opening and closing sequences of the recent decade.

Original Death Note Musical Japanese Cast. Image of live action Light Yagami's two actors and L actor in the middle.
10 Best Songs from Death Note the Musical, Ranked

Death Note the Musical’s soundtrack is full of brilliantly crafted pieces that perfectly encapsulate everything fans love about the animated series.

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Kaori and Kosei play together in their final performance.
Why Anime Music Plays Such an Important Role in Japanese Culture

The combination of Japan's two most potent entertainment mediums is why anime music is essential to Japanese culture.

Goku and Vegeta looking at the reader from a colored cover of Dragon Ball Super
Dragon Ball's Impact on Latin America Goes Well Beyond Anime Culture

Dragon Ball’s impact on the entertainment industry is well-known, but its significance in Latin America goes far beyond anime culture.

Sophie holding Calcifer in Howl's Moving Castle-1
Studio Ghibli's Most Iconic Movie Has A Surprisingly Heartbreaking Story

Behind the beloved story, Howl’s Moving Castle, is a heartbreaking truth that inspired the author, Diana Wynne Jones, to create such an iconic tale.

My Hero Academia's Class 1-A shows off their Quirks.
My Hero Academia's Most Underrated Hero Has a Surprisingly Relatable Backstory

Kyoka Jiro’s backstory brings hope to those struggling to couple their ions with their career choice.