Princess Mononoke. Akira. Ghost In The Shell. What do each of these masterpieces have in common besides being three of the greatest anime movies ever created? None of them are on this list. Move over, 20th century, there’s a new millennium in town – and with it comes new anime cinematic greatness! While some of the 20th’s century’s best anime minds were able to adapt to the filmmaking demands of the modern era, others were replaced by a new crop of directors that have emerged to topple the supremacy of the old. Such is the way of the world! If you’re looking for the cream of the contemporary crop, look no further – these are the ten best anime movies of the 21st century.
