“Look Back” Becomes a Box Office Phenomenon in Japan

Rafael Shinzo
My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I have a background in Japanese pop culture and created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing reliable coverage...

The anime film “Look Back” is shining at the Japanese box office, grossing nearly 1 billion yen (990 million) with an audience of 580,000 viewers!

Look Back Movie
Image: © Shueisha, Tatsuki Fujimoto, “Look Back” Production Committee

Produced by Studio Durian and directed by the talented Kiyotaka Oshiyama, “Look Back” is based on the touching dramatic one-shot by Tatsuki Fujimoto , creator of “Chainsaw Man.” The narrative follows the lives of two small-town girls who challenge and inspire each other in their quest to become manga artists. However, a tragic event changes their lives forever, adding intense emotional depth to the story.

Trailer: “Look Back”

The film not only captured the hearts of anime fans but also received critical acclaim for its stunning animation and captivating narrative. The collaboration between Studio Durian and Kiyotaka Oshiyama delivered a faithful adaptation of Fujimoto's work, cementing "Look Back" as one of the year's most impactful releases.

This box office success is a testament to how well-told stories can resonate with audiences. Therefore, in a recent interview, director Hideo Kojima praised the film's performance.

“I was deeply moved! The tenderness, the kindness, the strength! Such rich expressions and sensitivity, surpassing even a live-action film!”

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For those who haven't seen it yet, "Look Back" is a must-see that promises to leave a lasting impression. Let's hope it arrives on a popular streaming service in Brazil soon.

Source: X (Mogura)

The story is based on the one-shot by Tatsuki Fujimoto, creator of "Chainsaw Man".
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My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I have a background in Japanese pop culture and created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing reliable and up-to-date coverage of anime, manga, and other entertainment straight from Japan. With over a decade of experience, the portal has established itself as a reference in the sector.