The theatrical anime Hyakuemu (100 METERS) by Uoto (known for Orb: On the Movements of the Earth) is set to hit theaters on September 19, featuring Tōri Matsuzaka and Shôta Sometani in leading roles. A teaser visual and a special preview have also been unveiled.
GKIDS has joined as a producing partner and will release the film in theaters across North America this October.
Teaser Trailer:
Teaser Visual:
Tōri Matsuzaka and Shôta Sometani photo:
MAIN CAST:
Tōri Matsuzaka as Togashi
Shôta Sometani as Komiya
STAFF:
Director: Kenji Iwaisawa
Screenwriter: Yasuyuki Muto
Character Design, Animation Director: Keisuke Kojima
Art Director: Keikankun Yamaguchi
Music: Hiroaki Tsutsumi
Animation Production: ROCK’N ROLL MOUNTAIN
Annecy Festival describes the story as follows:
Togashi is born to run. As a kid, he is naturally gifted and wins every 100-meter race without effort. But in sixth grade, he meets Komiya, a transfer student who is full of determination but lacks technique. In teaching him, Togashi gives Komiya a new purpose: to win no matter what. Years pass by, Togashi and Komiya meet again as rivals on the track and reveal their true selves.
Sources: Comic Natalie, GKIDS
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