Chainsaw Man Fans Outraged as Golden Globes Favor Demon Slayer
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle just landed a Golden Globe nomination, but not everyone is celebrating. Chainsaw Man fans are fuming after the Reze Arc was left out, sparking heated debate online. Discover why this decision has anime communities divided.
The latest Golden Globe nominations have set the anime world abuzz, but not everyone is thrilled. While Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle secured a spot among the nominees for Best Animated Motion Picture at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, a wave of disappointment swept through the Chainsaw Man fandom. Many had hoped to see Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc recognized, and the snub has ignited a fierce debate across social media.
Golden Globes’ Decision Sparks Fan Backlash
The official announcement from the Golden Globes listed Arco, Zootopia 2, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, KPOP Demon Hunters, Little Amelie, and Elio as contenders for Best Animated Motion Picture. These titles represent some of the year’s most talked-about animated films, but the absence of Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc left many fans frustrated. Despite its massive popularity and critical acclaim, the film was overlooked, prompting questions about the selection process.
Supporters of Chainsaw Man point to its impressive achievements: the movie dominated the Japanese box office for seven straight weeks and its theme song, Iris Out, topped the Japan Billboard charts. Online, fans voiced their disappointment and speculated about the reasons behind the decision.
– #1 movie in Japan for 7 consecutive weeks
– earned $175M on $4M budget [44x ROI]
– #1 film on MAL
– #2 film on AniList
– Best animated sequence of the year
– Iris Out No. 1 on Japan Billboard
Chainsaw Man Reze Arc is best animated film of the decade
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Industry Politics and Audience Reactions
Some fans believe industry politics played a role in the outcome.
The thing is Crunchyroll CEO said they want to take Demon Slayer Infinity Castle all the way to Oscars. So Chainsaw Man Reze Arc is not gonna be taken together to avoid any competition.
Others argue that Demon Slayer’s nomination was inevitable given its global reach and box office dominance. Still, many feel that Chainsaw Man’s unique storytelling and cinematic pacing set it apart.
Demonslayer is amazing, but it’s basically 6 episodes in a row that will release individually later. Reze is a proper cinematicly paced story.
Despite the disappointment, fans continue to celebrate Chainsaw Man’s artistic achievements. The film’s animation style, closely mirroring the manga, and its emotional depth have earned it a loyal following. Online discussions highlight the passionate divide between supporters of both franchises.
Box Office Showdown and Critical Reception
When it comes to box office numbers, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle pulled in over $780 million, far surpassing Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc’s $174 million. However, the latter’s return on investment is remarkable, with a reported $4.1 million budget yielding a 42-fold return. This financial success underscores the strength of the Chainsaw Man fanbase and the series’ growing influence.
Critical reception for both films has been strong. On IMDb, both scored 8.5/10. Rotten Tomatoes gave Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc a 96% rating, while Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle received 98%. On My Anime List, Chainsaw Man edged ahead with a 9.18 score compared to Demon Slayer’s 8.71. Both movies are currently available for streaming, giving fans a chance to judge for themselves which deserves the spotlight.