Ananda Dawn Jacobs
Known For & Full Filmography7 Titles
Drama Series - 2023, 16 episodes • as Self - Narrator (voice)
The size of the Japanese animation market was 2,426 billion yen by 2020. More than half of that amount came from overseas sales. The manga market is also expanding, reaching 675.9 billion yen in 2021. Those unique visuals and stories from Japan have struck a chord with fans around the world and are growing into a huge industry. ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION will actively feature major works that are highly recognized by overseas fans and reveal the secrets of Japanese anime and manga creation through the series.
Drama Series - 2010, 16 episodes • as Self - Presenter
Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
Drama Series - 2026, 16 episodes • as Linda
A quirky detective-inventor tackles bizarre cases with a laid-back style, surrounded by his outrageous inventions.
Movie - 2015, 2h 15m • as Receptionist
A futuristic love story set in a world where emotions have been eradicated.
Movie - 2012, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The story follows a Roman architect named Lucius, who is having trouble coming up with ideas. One day, he discovers a hidden tunnel underneath a spa that leads him to a modern Japanese bath house. Inspired by the innovations found there, he creates his own spa, Roma Thermae, bringing in the modern ideas to his time.
Movie - 2014, 2h 15m • as Emmy's Teacher
In pre-WWII Vancouver, second-generation Japanese immigrants had it tough. Daily, they faced discrimination, hatred and injustice at the hands of their Caucasian counterparts. But one thing made their lives worth living: baseball. They may be the underdogs, but the Vancouver Asahi baseball team have a sense of fair play and smart tactics that set them apart from the brute force of their opponents. Under the guidance of new team captain Reggie Kasahara, can they be able to rise above all the negativity to win the tournament? This film is based on the true story of Vancouver Asahi, the Japanese-Canadian baseball team that was inducted into The Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2003.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Nancy
Live-action movie adaptation based on Risa Itou's "Hey Hey Pitan!" Manga.