"Super Kaguyahime!" Cast and Director Gather for Grand Stage Greeting
The much-awaited original anime film, "Super Kaguyahime!", has finally hit the big screen, and to celebrate the occasion, a special stage greeting was held earlier today, February 22nd. The event took place at the Shinjuku Wald 9 in Tokyo, which was packed with fans eager to see the faces behind their favourite characters. It was a really lively atmosphere as the cast and the director stepped out to share their experiences and some very interesting behind-the-scenes secrets from the production. If you are planning to watch the movie soon, do be careful because this report contains some spoilers about the ending that you might not want to see just yet.
The stage was graced by a star-studded lineup, including Yuko Natsuyoshi, who voiced the lead character Kaguya, and Anna Nagase, who plays the role of Aya Sakayori. Joining them were Saori Hayami, the voice of Yachiyo Tsukimi, and Miyu Irino, who portrayed Emperor Akira. Of course, the man leading the vision, director Seigo Yamashita, was also present to interact with the audience. Looking at the team together, you could really feel the bond they had developed during the making of Super Kaguyahime!, which translated into the beautiful chemistry we see on screen.
From left: Miyu Irino, Anna Nagase, Yuko Natsuyoshi, Saori Hayami, and director Seigo Yamashita at the stage greeting for “Super Kaguyahime!”
Unveiling the Ad-lib Secrets and Fun Moments
One of the biggest highlights of the talk was when the cast shared some unexpected stories from the recording sessions. Yuko Natsuyoshi mentioned a particular ad-lib that she threw in, which the director actually decided to keep in the final cut. Even Anna Nagase was quite shocked by how naturally it blended into the scene. It seems that many such small, human touches were added throughout the film to make it feel more authentic. Director Yamashita expressed how thankful he was for the overwhelming response the movie has received so far, stating that the audience's energy has surpassed all his expectations.
Key Highlights from the Event:
- Cast Chemistry: The actors performed some of their iconic lines live on stage, much to the delight of the fans.
- Behind-the-Scenes: Saori Hayami showed a "god-tier" response by helping Anna Nagase with a fallen earring mid-talk, showing how close they are.
- Future Projects: A new commemorative project titled "Tsukuyomi Thanksgiving" was also hinted at during the event.
- Directorial Vision: Seigo Yamashita discussed his approach to reimagining the classic Japanese folktale for a modern, virtual-world setting.
The event concluded with a heartwarming message from the cast, thanking the fans for making the theatrical release such a success. There is no doubt that everything you need to know about Super Kaguyahime! can be found in the passion these creators have put into the project. If you haven't booked your tickets yet, you should definitely check it out to experience the magic of the virtual realm of Tsukuyomi on a large screen. The film's success at the box office is a testament to the hard work of the entire team at Studio Colorido and Studio Chroma.
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