Anime has always been known for trendsetting and taking the time to explore concepts, animation, and style choices that aren’t commonly used in media entertainment.
This means that while there are numerous series and films viewed as experimental, plenty of anime are also regarded as groundbreaking for their contribution to the medium or their respective genres.
Looking back at iconic anime from the past decades, fans are also able to pinpoint titles that predicted modern issues and societal concerns.
Author's summary: Anime trendsetting and exploring new concepts.