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Studio Gainax, the iconic anime studio behind hits such as Neon Genesis Evangelion , FLCL , and Gurren Lagann, has officially closed after 42 years in business. Though fans and creators alike may grieve the loss of such an iconic part of history, the company's recent history makes Gainax's legacy much more complex than many would assume.

According to a post on Studio Khara's website by Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno, Gainax is gone for good. Anno had strong words about the company and its closure, specifically criticizing Gainax's holding of rights long after the studio ceased meaningfully creating anime.

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