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The anime community has erupted in controversy after Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle secured a nomination for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, while Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc was completely left out. Although many anime fans are celebrating Demon Slayer’s achievement, a large portion of the community — especially Chainsaw Man supporters — are expressing disappointment and anger across social media.
Demon Slayer’s Historic Recognition
The Golden Globes’ official X account recently announced the full list of nominees for the Best Animated Motion Picture category. The films competing include:
- Arco
- Zootopia 2
- Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
- KPOP Demon Hunters
- Little Amelie
- Elio
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards will air on January 11, 2026, on CBS and stream live on Paramount+. Demon Slayer’s nomination has been widely described as a major milestone for anime cinema, signaling international recognition for the franchise.
Chainsaw Man Fans Call the Snub “Unfair”
Despite the excitement around the nomination, Chainsaw Man fans are outraged that Reze Arc, one of the highest-performing anime films of the year, was not included. The movie dominated Japanese cinema, ranking #1 for seven consecutive weeks, while its opening theme “Iris Out” topped the Japan Billboard charts.
Many fans argue that Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc featured groundbreaking animation, staying extremely loyal to the manga’s art style — a detail that has been widely praised online. Comparisons began circulating immediately after the nominations, with fans posting stills from both movies and questioning the Golden Globes’ selection criteria.
Why Demon Slayer Was Chosen Over Chainsaw Man
Although the Golden Globes has not publicly explained its decision, industry analysts believe that Demon Slayer’s global box-office performance and strong brand presence in Western markets may have played a major role. Demon Slayer continues to be one of the most commercially successful anime franchises worldwide, with strong marketing and wide theatrical releases.
Meanwhile, Chainsaw Man — despite massive success in Japan — has a smaller international audience and faced limited worldwide distribution.
Community Reactions Split
While some anime fans are defending the Golden Globes’ decision, the majority of Chainsaw Man supporters believe the awards overlooked artistic value.
“Chainsaw Man Reze Arc pushed animation boundaries and stayed true to the manga. If that’s not award-worthy, what is?” wrote one user on X.
Others argue that both movies deserve recognition and that the awards should expand their nominations to include more anime titles in the future.
Final Thoughts
As the 83rd Golden Globe Awards approach, the divide between Chainsaw Man and Demon Slayer fans continues to intensify. Whether Demon Slayer takes home the trophy or not, one thing is clear: anime films are now at the center of mainstream global award discussions, and Chainsaw Man fans are determined to make their voices heard.