GKIDS has announced that it will release a new live-action film based on Look Back. The movie will be directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda. The film adapts the popular one-shot manga created by Tatsuki Fujimoto, best known as the author of Chainsaw Man.
GKIDS confirmed that the live-action adaptation will be released in theaters across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The company plans to share more details about the release later this year.
The film is scheduled to hit Japanese theaters in 2026.
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Look Back won hearts with its touching story that explores themes of friendship, perseverance and art. The work follows the lives of two young artistic talents, Ayumu Fujino and Kyomoto, as they navigate the ups and downs of their relationship, artistic career and personal challenges.
Here’s the official synopsis:
Popular, outgoing Fujino is celebrated by her classmates for her funny comics in the class newspaper. One day, her teacher asks her to share the space with Kyomoto, a truant recluse whose beautiful artwork sparks a competitive fervor in Fujino. What starts as jealousy transforms when Fujino realizes their shared passion for drawing.
Based on the acclaimed manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator of “Chainsaw Man”, Look Back captures the highs and lows of pursuing artistic excellence and the special bonds formed through creative collaboration. The heart-wrenching story is the stunning feature-length directorial debut from Kiyotaka Oshiyama that will leave you in tears and inspire you to chase your own artistic dreams.
Source: @GKIDSfilms
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