The highly anticipated original film Paris ni Saku Étoile (L'étoile de Paris en fleur / Étoile Blossoming in Paris), directed by Goro Taniguchi, has received an extended trailer with 90 seconds of pure art. The story transports the audience to early 20th-century Paris, where culture flourished intensely.
In this scenario, we follow Fujiko, an aspiring painter, and Chizuru, a naginata master who falls in love with ballet. The two reunite in the French capital after a significant encounter in Yokohama. However, the video reveals that all is not well, as the shadows of war begin to loom over Europe.
Secondary characters, such as the student Ruslan and his mother Olga, emerge to support the protagonists' dreams, while Chizuru struggles with her insecurities to shine on the French stage. The visuals impress by highlighting iconic locations such as the Eiffel Tower and the Opera Garnier, recreating the city with historical accuracy.
So, get ready for a journey about persistence and friendship in difficult times. Furthermore, the production features a screenplay by Reiko Yoshida and character designs by Katsuya Kondo. Finally, it will premiere in Japanese theaters on March 13, 2026.
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