What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cartoons from Japan are funny; matinees not showing ET (6)" mean?

The definition is "Cartoons from Japan". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of MAINES = ANIMES; definition: "Cartoons from Japan" The answer is ANIMES.

Cartoons from Japan are funny; matinees not showing ET (6)

Guardian Cryptic #28969 | 12 Across | 2023-01-17 flower

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