Summary
The anime movie adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s breathtaking mangaLook Backfinally has a North American theatrical release date after being acquired by GKids. The anime movie thatshocked Hideo Kojima to his corehas been hotly anticipated by fans ofChainsaw Mancreator Tatsuki Fujimoto. With a heart-wrenching story and beautiful art direction,Look Backisn’t just anime movie of the year contender, it stands tall alongsideThe Boy and The Heronas anime movie of the decade.
As reported posted on theirX account, anime distributor GKids is releasingLook Backin North American theaters on October 4th. The release will contain the original Japanese audio with subtitles in English. No information about a potential English dub is known at this time, though if one were to release it seems likely that would have to wait till the movie is either available on streaming or on home media.
Adapted from the acclaimed manga by Fujimoto,Look Backtells the tale of a young artist named Ayumu Fujino. Though Fujino is passionate and confident about her manga, her self-perception changes when another artist in class, Kyomoto, begins publishing her own manga that Fujnio feels is artistically superior.
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Oshiyama also did the character designs and wrote the script forLook Back.
Though fans might know original manga creator Tatsuki Fujimoto best for his work on over-the-top titles likeChainsaw ManandFire Punch,Look Backis a markedly different manga for the enigmatic creator. The one-shot is far more grounded than Fujimoto’s most famous work, allowing the creator to push his already masterful characterization and atmosphere to dizzying new heights. Despite being more grounded though,Look Backstill contains much of the same surreality that is Fujimoto’s signature.
Look Backcould well be one of the greatest anime films in recent memory.
GKids has been on something a roll lately. WithMiyazaki winning his second Oscar for the GKids distributedThe Boy and the Heron, the distributor is clearly invested in helping the finest anime movies make their way to North America. ThoughLook Backmight not be as much of an Oscar contender asThe Boy and the Heron, that’s not for a lack of quality asLook Backcould well be one of the greatest anime films of the past decade.
Fans can look forward to watchingLook Backwhen it releases in North America on October 4th!
Look Back
Cast
Confident artist Fujino and reclusive Kyomoto bond over their shared passion for drawing manga. As they navigate the challenges of growing up and pursuing their artistic dreams, their friendship deepens. The story beautifully explores themes of creativity, dedication, and the impact of personal connections on their journey.
