If you're reading this right now, there's a good chance that you or someone you know enjoys watching anime. If by some rare chance you only have a vague idea of what anime is, allow me to briefly explain. Anime is essentially a style of animation that originated from Japan and throughout the years, has skyrocketed in popularity, especially among the younger generation. Many people who only know a little bit about anime assume that the only ones who enjoy it are nerdy Asian youth with nothing better to do than sit in front of a computer all day. This is probably the single largest misconception surrounding anime. In reality, people from all backgrounds and cultures can enjoy anime, and I'll explain why so many people are drawn into watching it day after day.

So, what makes anime popular, and why do so many people from all over the world spend so much of their time watching it? I don't believe that there's an exact answer to this question. However, one of the things that I feel makes anime very different from your typical Saturday morning cartoon is that there's just so much variety in anime. The storylines are more detailed, many people would argue that the animation is done better, and the extensive character development makes the fans crave for episode after episode. I do know for sure that any hardcore anime junkie (what one normally calls an anime fan) would agree with me on these points.

Some people might have heard their friends mention the action-adventure anime Naruto or Bleach and be under the assumption that all anime is similar to those series. Nothing could be further from the truth. While Naruto and Bleach are without a doubt two of the most popular anime series out at the moment in 2008, there are many others that are completely different. Say for example that you enjoy watching mysteries or Sherlock Holmes' style shows. One of the many mystery anime series out there is called Detective Conan. It is on-going and presently has over 500 episodes. It's probably one of the most well-written anime series that I've ever seen, and I've seen my fair share of anime. Craving a thriller? Something suspenseful? Check out the anime series Death Note. A mix between fantasy and psychological warfare, Death Note is definitely one anime you need to take a look at. Seen it already? Not to worry, there's always more. Code Geass is the complex tale of a young student's dream to reclaim his country back from the clutches of an evil organization - using military strategies and tactics. Maybe you'd rather watch something light, perhaps maybe a romance or a drama. Some of the more notable romance anime include Ai Yori Aoshi, Love Hina, Nodame Cantabile, Kanon, and Honey and Clover. I'd love to list them all out for you, but that would take quite a while. Love triangles, mysteries, dramas, action, history, suspense, fantasy - the list goes on and on. If it's something you can think of, there'll be an anime for it. Enjoy playing mahjong? Check out the anime Akagi. Like playing sports? Slam Dunk for the basketball fans, Major for the baseball players. Play in the orchestra or enjoy classical music? Check out Nodame Cantabile. How about something random, like vampires? - try Hellsing or Trinity Blood, just to name a few. I could keep going, but the list would go on and on. Basically, the point I want to get across is that if you just sit down and take the time to watch a few episodes of anime, I'm sure that you can find something that you'll enjoy.

Digging through the layers of the ever changing and unpredictable world of showbiz on the quest to stardom we find Scottish actor Gerard Butler at the forefront. Butler the star of Zack Snyder's 300 as King Leonidas, didn't start out as an actor in fact he earned a law degree from the Glasgow University and just one week before being qualified as a lawyer he was fired from the law firm he was working at. Shortly after that while sitting in a coffee shop in London he was approached by Steven Berkoff who offered him a role in the play "Coriolanus" he left law behind and his acting career was born.

The charisma filled and talented Mr. Butler landed acting jobs along the way, but it wasn't until Joel Schumacher cast him in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera as the Phantom that his career began to take flight. Though Butler's fan base doubled after the Phantom, critics couldn't seem to give the 35 year old actor any breaks. Continuing this up hill climb Gerard Butler garnished the lead role of Beowulf in Sturla Gunnarsson's epic feature Beowulf and Grendel, filmed in the mountains of Iceland. Jon Gustafsson, an Icelandic director, had a small role in the film as one of Beowulf's warriors; he also was filming his award winning documentary Wrath of Gods about the story behind the filming of Beowulf and Grendel and while on the set engaged Butler in a rare and candid hour long interview about his role as Beowulf and acting in general. He later joined Gustafsson as co-producer of Wrath of Gods.

Butler's next role pushed him ahead and gave him Hollywood status, King Leonidas in 300. 300 made him a house hold name, and his career has escalated with one new film after the other the latest being P.S, I love you with Hillary Swank and Nims Island with Jodi Foster. From lawyer to actor from independent to Hollywood, from unknown to stardom Gerard Butler is on his way to making it big and his seed of fame has gone through a lot of dirt to bloom.

Like movies? Check out our pick for the best 10 survival movies.

10. Tremors

Ok maybe this ones only borderline survivalist, but when a small town is cut off from the world by underground monsters, fun always ensues.

9. Waterworld

What happens when the world floods? Waterworld is what happens. Kevin Costner is a rogue survivor who has evolved to breathe and swim better under water. This survivor stumbles upon a little girl who holds the key to land all the while fighting a tyrant with unbeatable military forces.

8. 12 Monkeys

Bruce Willis plays a prison worker in a post apocalyptic society. After volunteering to participate in a science experiment Bruce Willis finds himself back in time before the society killing virus was released. He tries to prevent the catastrophe from taking place this preventing the societal collapse. This movie is a good watch.

7. Dawn of the dead

Plain and simple this movie spells zombies and mayhem. After a rash of zombie infections, some survivors find themselves held up at the mall. They have some fun while they're stuck at the mall but don't expect a comedy. There's some gruesome violence in this film as well.

6. Mad Max

Gas runs out and this is what Australia becomes, a desolate place filled with road gangs. In this world everyone's competing for one thing; gasoline. Watch citizens fight for survival in this post apocalyptic world.

5. Terminator 2

Rarely do we see a sequel as good as the first. This one is better than its predecessor. Follow Jon Connors attempts to prevent the world takeover of robots using the very same robot that was sent back in time to kill him.

4. Deliverance

Ah the famous Dueling Banjos. This film is a classic. A few friends camping in the great outdoors, what could go wrong? As it happens a lot can go wrong. A few friends become hostages of some local mountain men but thanks to the survivor of the group, Lewis, the group has a chance to get back to society. This movie may have some adult themes.

3. The Postman

Get caught stealing in a post apocalyptic town? Pretend to be a postman! That's what Kevin Costner does in this great EOTW movie. Follow Postmaster Ford Lincoln Mercury and the Postman through the fight of their lives as they preserve the mail service while fighting tyrannical forces.

2. I Am Legend

They thought they cured cancer but instead they created a terrible new disease. After killing off most of the population a sole survivor residing in New York tries to contact others. Isolation is his worst problem because he is immune to the disease. Watch Will Smith try to find other survivors as he struggles to maintain his sanity.

1. Red Dawn

Why does Red Dawn get our vote for number one survivalist movie? Well because of the realistic plot and harsh realities presented. This movie takes place in a small Colorado town. After being invaded by Cuba and Russia a group of students take refuge in the mountains. They begin to mount a guerrilla war campaign against the hostile invaders. A great watch for the modern survivalist.

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