Looking for a film to watch this summer? Look no further than the film that has broken records in Japan box offices every weekend! That's right, we're talking about none other than Tatsuki Fujimoto's Look Back, also known as the best anime film you can watch this summer!
The 2024 release has been taking the world by storm. So much so that Look Back has officially surpassed an earning of 1 billion (yes, billion!) yen in Japanese box offices. Such a feat is no laughing matter, as this success only speaks to how amazing this film is and how much it resonates with audiences of all ages.
Additionally, the film crushing the box office only opens more doors for similar anime titles to eventually be released in movie theaters all over the world!
Curious to know more about Look Back, especially what makes this film the must-watch of the season? You're in the right place because we're here to tell you why this film should be at the very top of your anime list!
Everything to know about Look Back
Look Back explores the lives of Fujino, a young, talented manga author, and Kyomoto, an introverted artist.
Fujino dedicates her life to creating masterpieces that are applauded by all, while Kyomoto stays in her room, shut off from the world. One day, everything changes for Kyomoto when she is forced out of her room, inspired by Fujino to become a better artist. Thus, a partnership between two polar opposites who have a lot to learn from one another begins.
Here's more on the official synopsis below from Oricon:
"The overly confident Fujino and the shut-in Kyomoto couldn’t be more different, but a love of drawing manga brings these two small-town girls together. A poignant story of growing up and moving forward that only Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator of Chainsaw Man, could have crafted."
If you like what you read so far, just wait until you see the beautiful official trailer here!
Kiyotaka Oshiyama, the same creative who worked on titles like Devilman Crybaby and The Boy and the Heron, serves as the director, scriptwriter, and character designer for the 2024 film. Oshiyama is joined by other talented individuals such as Kiyoshi Sameshima and Haruka Nakamura, who serve as the art director and music composer, respectively.
Avex Pictures is the production company backing the entire title!
As for the cast, In Her Room star Yuumi Kawai voices the role of Fujino, while Alice in Borderland star Mizuki Yoshida voices the role of Kyomoto.
At the time of writing, Look Back is only available to watch at select theaters in Japan. Hopefully, this will change soon, as fans worldwide are more than ready to sink their teeth into the best anime film of Summer 2024.
Stay tuned with Anime Away for updates regarding Look Back!