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Live-action version of beloved manga debuts to near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score
The live-action adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga, Look Back, directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, has debuted with a 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film, which follows two teenage aspiring manga artists over 13 years, has been praised for its powerful and moving portrayal of youth and creativity, though one review noted it forces devastation rather than allowing it to wash over the audience. Look Back is set for release in Japan in September 2024, with US and UK releases to follow.
Modern anime classic Look Back gets its first live-action trailer – and I'm ready to have my heart broken all…
The first trailer for the live-action film adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga Look Back has been released. Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, the film follows the friendship and careers of two young mangaka, Fujino and Kyomoto, and is set to premiere in Japan on September 11. The trailer highlights the emotional and bittersweet nature of the story, promising a gut-wrenching experience for viewers.
Live-action adaptation of Chainsaw Man creator's Look Back will escape Japanese cinemas and come to the west
A live-action adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga 'Look Back,' the creator of 'Chainsaw Man,' is heading to cinemas. GKIDS has acquired distribution rights for the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland, with a western theatrical release planned after its 2026 Japanese debut. Director Hirokazu Kore-eda expressed his strong desire to adapt the work after reading it.
