*Toritsukare Otoko* Anime Movie Reveals More Cast, Staff, and Theme Song!
Exciting news for anime fans! The official website for the upcoming anime movie, *Toritsukare Otoko*, has just dropped a fresh wave of announcements. Enthusiasts were treated to the unveiling of additional cast members, key staff, the film’s theme song, and an official visual. This highly anticipated movie, also known as **Toritsukare Otoko**, is scheduled to enchant Japanese theatre-goers starting on November 7.
About the Movie and Its Visionaries
The cinematic adaptation of *Toritsukare Otoko* is in skilled hands, with Takahashi Wataru (known for directing works like **Crayon Shin-chan Movie: Nazo Meki! Hana no Tenkasu Gakuen**) at the helm as director. The movie is being produced by the renowned animation studio, **Shin-Ei Animation**, promising a visually engaging experience. Penning the script is Miura Naoyuki (**Summer Film ni Notte** co-script), ensuring a compelling narrative, while Arakawa Masatsugu (**Fuujin Monogatari**) is in charge of designing the characters, bringing them to vivid life on screen.
Meet the Newly Announced Cast
A fresh wave of talent is joining the *Toritsukare Otoko* family, with several acclaimed voice actors lending their voices to key roles. Get ready to hear these familiar voices bring new characters to life:
| Character | Voice Actor (Seiyuu) | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Cielo | Kakizawa Hayato | Live-action film **Love, Life and Goldfish** |
| Twist Boss | Yamamoto Takahiro | **Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to: Dive in Wonderland** |
| Salsa Boss | Kawada Shinji | **Shokugeki no Souma** |
| Pechka’s Mother | Mizuki Nana | **Dandadan** |
| Tatan | Morikawa Toshiyuki | **Mushoku Tensei: Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu** |
The Creative Team Grows Stronger
Behind the scenes, the creative team for *Toritsukare Otoko* is expanding with a roster of talented professionals taking on crucial roles. Their expertise is sure to craft a visually and audibly stunning experience for audiences:
| Role | Staff Member | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Art Director | Akiyama Kentarou | **ReLIFE** |
| Color Design | Hirose Izumi | **Kimi ni Todoke** |
| Director of Photography | Sekiya Yoshihiro | **Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso** |
| Editing | Nakaba Yumiko | **Karakai Jouzu no Takagi-san** |
| Layout | Mihara Michio | **Mononoke Hime** (key animation) |
| Music Production | Kitahara Kyouko | **Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki** |
| Sound Director | Yamada Haru | **Tenki no Ko** |
| Sound Effects | Nozaki Hiroki | **Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru** |
| Sound Effects | Kobayashi Airi | **Dekoboko Majo no Oyako Jijou** |
| Soundtrack | Michiru | **Tomodachi Game** (music) |
| Soundtrack | Haryu Yuuya |
The Sound of *Toritsukare Otoko*
Adding an exciting auditory layer to the film, the popular rock band Awesome City Club will perform the theme song titled “Fanfare.” This captivating track promises to perfectly complement the movie’s atmosphere. Furthermore, atagi, a member of Awesome City Club, is taking on the role of composing the film’s overall music, ensuring a cohesive and memorable score. The sound production is further bolstered by Kitahara Kyouko handling music production, Yamada Haru as the sound director, Nozaki Hiroki and Kobayashi Airi crafting the sound effects, and Michiru and Haryu Yuuya contributing to the movie’s soundtrack.
From Novel to the Silver Screen
The *Toritsukare Otoko* anime movie brings to life the narrative of Ishii Shinji’s original novel. First captivating readers when it was published through Biriken Shuppan in October 2001, the novel later found a wider audience when Shinchosha republished it in a bunko format in March 2006. Fans of the book can now look forward to seeing this beloved story animated.
