The anime film screening of Chainsaw Man creator Tatsuki Fujimoto’s “Look Back” one-shot manga will take place in Burbank, California on October 4. Director Kiyotaka Oshiyama will participate in a live Q&A session at the AMC Burbank 16 theater. The film will also be screened in New York and Los Angeles on the same day, and more widely in North America on October 6 and 7, including in Canada.
The film opened in Japan on June 28 and has been performing well at the box office, selling over 1 million tickets and earning over 1.73 billion yen. The story follows fourth-grader Fujino, who draws comics for the school newspaper, and her classmate Kyomoto, who has been skipping school. The film is directed by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, known for his work on Flip Flappers, and features Yūmi Kawai and Mizuki Yoshida in the lead roles.
The one-shot manga debuted in July 2021 and quickly gained popularity, winning awards and accolades. Viz Media and MANGA Plus released the manga digitally in English, with a print version published by Viz Media in September 2022. The story revolves around two girls from different backgrounds who bond over their love for drawing manga, creating a heartfelt tale of growth and friendship.
The film’s theme song, “Light song,” is performed by singer urara and composed by Haruka Nakamura. The creative team behind the film includes art director Kiyoshi Sameshima, color key artist Maya Kusumoto, and sound director Eriko Kimura. The success of the manga and the anticipation surrounding the film’s release make it a highly anticipated event for anime fans in the US and Canada.
Overall, the screening of “Look Back” in Burbank, CA promises to be a special event for fans of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s work, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the director and learn more about the creative process behind the adaptation of this beloved manga. Don’t miss out on this chance to experience the magic of “Look Back” on the big screen and immerse yourself in the world of these two endearing characters.