You Won’t Believe What This Anime Director Is Doing in NYC!

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Summary

  • “The Colors Within,” an original anime film by Science SARU, premieres in New York & globally.
  • Directed by Naoko Yamada, the film centers around a high school girl who sees the emotions in people’s hearts.
  • Yamada will attend the NYC premiere, hold a Q&A, & autograph session, expanding her fanbase.

Anime studio Science SARU, famous for productions such as “Devilman Crybaby,” “Dandadan,” and “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World,” is releasing an international movie this year titled “The Colors Within.” This film initially premiered in Japan last year, but will now be shown on screens worldwide. A significant premiere for this movie will take place in New York City, where not only the film will be screened, but also the director, Naoko Yamada, will personally attend the event.

Last Monday, news emerged about the screening of “The Colors Within” and Yamada’s presence at the event, which was shared by The Japan Society. This information was also reported by AnimeNewsNetwork. The exclusive premiere is set for January 21st, 2025, at the Japan Society in New York City. Following this, the movie will be shown in various American cinemas starting from January 24th. Notably, Naoko Yamada has planned a few unique events surrounding the film’s premiere.

The Colors Within

An Original Anime Movie

Titled “The Colors Within“, this brand-new, standalone anime film premiered in Japan back in August 2024, and will hit American theaters at the end of January. No prior knowledge of existing anime series is required to enjoy it, as it’s not a continuation or spinoff. This highly anticipated production boasts an impressive roster of anime industry veterans as its creators, with Reiko Yoshida (of “K-ON!“) penning the script and kensuke ushio (from “Chainsaw Man“) composing the music. The film’s opening theme, “in the pocket”, was sung by Mr. Children.

Notably, Naoko Yamada played a pivotal role in the development of “The Colors Within”. She is widely acknowledged as one of the leading directors in the realm of anime. Known for her work as both a director and animator, she has made significant contributions to series like “K-ON!”, “Free!”, “Nichijou”, “Tamako Market”, and “Sound! Euphonium”. As her portfolio grows, so does her recognition among anime enthusiasts, with “The Colors Within” being the latest project she’s associated with.

AnimeNewsNetwork describes the story of The Colors Within as,

The narrative revolves around Totsuko, a high school student gifted with the ability to perceive the emotional ‘colors’ within people. Residing at a missionary school in Nagasaki, she strives to shield her loved ones from negative emotions by fretting, analyzing situations, and sometimes bending the truth. In a quaint antique bookstore nestled in town, she encounters a captivating woman of extraordinary emotional hue and a young man with a passion for music, assembling a band. The tale unfolds as these three emotionally perceptive individuals join forces to create music together.

The Colors Within NYC Premier

With Director Naoko Yamada as a Guest

The film titled “The Colors Within” is set for a pre-theatrical viewing a few days prior to its U.S. debut on January 21st, 2025. This exclusive screening will take place at the Japan Society situated on E 47th Street in New York City. The Japan Society, known for its efforts in fostering understanding of Japanese culture, both ancient and contemporary, frequently organizes such unique events.

I can’t wait to share an incredible experience with fellow enthusiasts! On the same day, I’ll be gracing the special screening for “The Colors Within“, where I’ll offer some insights before the movie starts rolling. After the film wraps up, a unique Q&A session is on the cards, giving us all a chance to delve deeper into my thoughts and creative process.

To top it off, I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be present at the New York branch of Kinokuniya book store on January 24th at 6:30pm for an exclusive autograph signing event! This is not just one but two opportunities for fans like you and me to meet in person, making this a double-dose of excitement. See you there!

The film “The Colors Within” has been granted permission for global distribution, not only in the United States but also across North America, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, and various European nations. The movie will be screened with both subtitled and English-dubbed versions in cinemas. The Colors Within is set to hit American theaters on January 24th, 2025, with both versions available.

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2025-01-16 12:34