Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica Movie Reveals Star-Studded Cast and Extensive Staff, Sets December Premiere!
A Powerful Story Unfolds on the Big Screen
Get ready for an epic cinematic experience! The highly anticipated anime movie adaptation of Takeda Kazuyoshi’s compelling military drama manga, Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica (also known as *Peleliu: Guernica of Paradise*), is almost here. The official website for the film recently thrilled fans by unveiling a wealth of exciting new details, including the main cast, additional key staff members, and a striking new teaser visual. Mark your calendars, because this powerful story is set to premiere in Japanese theaters on **December 5**.
Leading the Charge: The Visionaries Behind the Animation
Bringing a story as impactful as *Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica* to the big screen requires an exceptionally talented team, and this movie certainly boasts one! Directing this ambitious project is Kuji Gorou, known for his work on series like Mato Seihei no Slave. The animation itself is a collaborative effort between two distinguished studios: Shin-Ei Animation and Fugaku. Shin-Ei Animation, a studio with a long and storied history of producing beloved anime, joining forces with Fugaku, suggests a dedicated and high-quality approach to adapting this unique and poignant manga. The screenplay is being skillfully penned by Nishimura Junji, who previously contributed to Nurarihyon no Mago, alongside the original manga author himself, Takeda Kazuyoshi. This dual authorship ensures the adaptation will remain deeply faithful to its acclaimed source material.
Bringing Characters to Life: The Voice Cast
The heart of any compelling narrative lies in its characters, and the *Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica* movie is bringing them to life with a fantastic main cast. Here are the talented actors lending their voices to the core roles:
| Character Name | Voice Actor | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Tamaru Hitoshi | Itagaki Rihito | |
| Keisuke Yoshiki | Nakamura Tomoya | Spy x Family Movie: Code: White |
The Extensive Crew: Additional Staff Revealed
A cinematic masterpiece is built by an army of dedicated artists and technicians, and *Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica* boasts an impressive roster of talent. From intricate character designs to evocative music, here’s a closer look at the key individuals shaping the film’s immersive visual and auditory experience:
| Role | Staff Member | Notable Works / Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Character Design, Chief Animation Director | Nakamori Ryouji | Drifters |
| Prop Design | Iwahata Gouichi Suzuki Noritaka |
Isekai Shikkaku Tsuki to Laika to Nosferatu |
| Mechanical Design | Kamigiku Kaoru | Hikari no Ou |
| Art Design | Nakajima Mika Saruya Katsumi |
Chainsaw Man Studio MAO (Ueno-san wa Bukiyou art director) |
| Concept Board | Masuki Takamasa Takeda Yuusuke |
Nakitai Watashi wa Neko wo Kaburu art director Bamboo (Berserk: Ougon Jidai-hen I – Haou no Tamago) |
| Art Director | Iwatani Kuniko Katou Hiroshi Sakagami Hirofumi |
The God of High School Mars Red Totonyan (NieR:Automata Ver1.1a) |
| Color Design | Watanabe Aki Hasegawa Kazumi |
100-man no Inochi no Ue ni Ore wa Tatteiru Studio Toys (Hanbun no Tsuki ga Noboru Sora) |
| Director of Photography | Igarashi Shinichi | Studio Twinkle (Hai to Gensou no Grimgar) |
| 3DCG Director | Nakano Tetsuya Takahashi Shinichiro |
GEMBA (Berserk episode CG director) Studio Katyusha (Yowamushii Pedal 3DCG animation) |
| Editing | Kojima Toshihiko | Okayasu Promotion (Summertime Render) |
| Historical Research | Suzuki Takaaki | Arte |
| Sound Director | Yokota Chikako | Mato Seihei no Slave |
| Sound Production | Half H.P Studio | |
| Music | Kawai Kenji | Mob Psycho 100 |
| Distributor | Toei |
The Original Masterpiece: From Page to Screen
The *Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica* movie draws its inspiration from the highly acclaimed military drama manga by Takeda Kazuyoshi. This compelling series captivated readers in **Young Animal** magazine, running from February 2016 to April 2021, and concluded with its 11th and final volume released in July 2021. For fans eager for more of Takeda-sensei’s impactful storytelling, a spin-off manga also penned by the author began serialization in the same **Young Animal** magazine in July 2022. Its fourth volume recently shipped on July 29, promising more narratives set within this rich universe. The manga’s reputation for its immersive storytelling, historical depth, and powerful themes sets a high bar for this eagerly anticipated cinematic adaptation, and with such a talented team, it’s sure to be a faithful and moving experience.
