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13 Recommendations for the Best and Most Popular Live Action Anime Films from Various Genres

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Kapanlagi.com - Anime has indeed become one of the most popular forms of entertainment. In fact, several anime have become global phenomena and have been adapted into live action versions. Here are some recommendations for the best live action anime films that follow.

Yes, not only successful in anime, some of these anime stories have also succeeded when adapted into live action. Because not all anime can satisfy fans with their live action adaptations. However, these particular anime have indeed succeeded in their live action versions.

So, what are the best recommendations for live action anime films? Here is a list of the best and most popular live action anime films.

1. DEATH NOTE

For anime fans, the anime titled DEATH NOTE is certainly not unfamiliar. This anime is quite popular and has even achieved a high rating. Not only in its anime version, as DEATH NOTE is also available in live-action form.

In the live-action film, DEATH NOTE also features the genres of fantasy, crime, and drama. Released in 2006, the synopsis of DEATH NOTE tells the story of Light Yagami, who discovers a mysterious book called the Death Note. This book can cause a person to die instantly if their name is written in its pages.

As a result, Light attempts to write the name of a criminal who is currently committing their acts. Instantly, the criminal can die just by having their name written in the Death Note. This is where Light Yagami begins to take advantage of this situation to use the Death Note.

2. TOKYO GHOUL

Do you still remember the anime titled TOKYO GHOUL? Not only in the serial version, as fans can also watch the anime TOKYO GHOUL in live-action form. Meanwhile, the live-action version of TOKYO GHOUL was released in 2017, featuring action, drama, and fantasy genres.

The story is also similar to the anime version, where the main focus is on a character named Kaneki who transforms into half human and half ghoul or a monster that eats human flesh. It all begins when Kaneki accidentally receives a blood transfusion from a ghoul. It is here that he suddenly begins to change.

Kaneki tries to accept his new identity as a half-ghoul. He also attempts to hide his identity and joins the Anteiku! organization. It is here that Kaneki starts to learn how to control himself and not eat living humans.

3. RUROUNI KENSHIN

For KLovers who are anime lovers, you definitely know the anime SAMURAI X. Yes, the film titled RUROUNI KENSHIN is a live action adaptation of this anime, KLovers. The film RUROUNI KENSHIN tells the story of Kenshin Himura in a live action version.

This film was released in 2012, KLovers. And it has always been successful until the last one in 2021. In fact, both fans and critics praised this film for its balance between the excessive action of anime and the realistic limitations of real life.

The film RUROUNI KENSHIN tells the story of Himura Kenshin, a samurai who wants to atone for his past as a ruthless killer known as Battousai. Now he becomes a wandering samurai who wants to protect the people from imperialist forces.

4. FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST

The next recommendation for the best live-action anime film is FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST. This anime was released in 2017 and falls under the genres of action, adventure, and fantasy. Meanwhile, FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST is also adapted from an anime of the same title into live action. This anime has really cool visuals and

The live-action film FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST is not much different from the anime version. Where the anime FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST tells the story of two brothers named Edward Elric and Alphonse. They conduct research to bring their deceased mother back to life using alchemy. However, their experiment fails, resulting in the loss of their bodies.

Edward loses his left leg, while Alphonse loses his entire body. However, he eventually uses armor that is then given Edward's right arm. The siblings then embark on a journey to find the Philosopher's Stone. Because only by finding this stone can they restore Alphonse and Edward's bodies to their original state.

5. ERASED

Another recommendation for the best live-action anime film is ERASED. Yes, this live-action film tells the story of Satoru Fujinuma, a 29-year-old manga author who has the ability to return to the past before a tragedy occurs.

He has the power to save lives by preventing the tragedy. He goes back to the past to save three children who are victims of kidnapping and their mother in the present. However, of course, everything is not easy to accomplish, right KLovers?

There will be many things that will surely make the drama ERASED so worth watching. It stands as one of the best and most popular live-action anime film recommendations that you can watch.

6. BLEACH

BLEACH is also included in one of the recommendations for the best live action anime films. In fact, this best anime adapted into live action has an unexpected plot twist that is guaranteed to surprise you while watching it, KLovers.

The live action film BLEACH tells the story of a high school student named Kurosaki Ichigo who gains shinigami or death god powers, allowing him to see evil spirits known as hollows. Ichigo will later also collaborate with other shinigami in the Soul Society.

7. GINTAMA

GINTAMA is also recommended as one of the best live-action anime films that you must watch. For anime fans, the title GINTAMA is certainly not unfamiliar. Well, you can watch the anime GINTAMA in its real or live-action version.

Released in 2017, the synopsis of GINTAMA tells the story of Gintoki, who is a samurai. He is willing to do any job to earn money. Especially since Gintoki is in the Feudal era of Japan, which offers many advanced technologies.

This is what makes Gintoki the Samurai's existence begin to decline. Various funny events intertwined with cool action and adventure can be witnessed in the film GINTAMA.

8. KIMI NI TODOKE

This film tells the story of a high school student named Kuronuma Sawako who is often bullied and compared to Sadako (a traditional Japanese legend). Because of her quiet, shy nature, and long hair, people become increasingly wary of Sawako. Many believe that she is the real Sadako.

However, it turns out that Sawako is a good and friendly girl. Because of this, one of the most popular students in her school, named Kazehaya Shouta, sees Kuronuma Sawako as one of the beautiful girls in school. Kazehaya is played by the famous actor, Haruma Miura.

9. MY LOVE STORY!!

Next, the recommendation for the best live-action anime film is a movie titled MY LOVE STORY!! which was released in 2015. Just like the previous film, MY LOVE STORY!! is based on the anime series titled MY LOVE STORY!! or in Japanese, ORE MONOGATARI!!

The film MY LOVE STORY!! is adapted from the manga of the same name by Kazune Kawahara, illustrated by Aruko. The anime series, which has a total of 24 episodes, was produced by Madhouse and aired from April 9 to September 24, 2015. It was then re-made as a live-action film of the same title in 2015 as well.

MY LOVE STORY!! tells the story of Takeo Gouda, a tall and muscular high school student. He is depicted as not having much luck with women, as every girl he likes falls in love with his charming and handsome best friend, Makoto Sunakawa. One day, he saves Rinko Yamato, a shy and petite girl who turns out to have a crush on him.

10. REAL GIRL 3D

And the last recommendation for the best live-action anime film is a movie titled 3D KANOJO: REAL GIRL or REAL GIRL 3D. This film is directed by Tsutomu Hanabusa and written by Minato Takano, Tsutomu Hanabusa, Mao Nanami. The film REAL GIRL 3D is based on the manga version titled 3D KANOJO: REAL GIRL. This film tells the story of Hikari Tsutsui.

He is a high school otaku boy who has no friends. All this time, Hikari has only been interested in anime and games. It even seems that he is not interested in girls from the human world in terms of romance. He prefers to spend time with the 2D waifu he likes rather than playing with his peers. One day, Hikaru Tsutsui has to enter into a romantic relationship with a beautiful and popular girl at his school named Iroha Ikarashi.

Those are some recommendations for the best live-action anime films that you can choose from. These best live-action anime film recommendations also have stories from various genres that are certainly entertaining.

11. RE:LIFE

RE:LIFE live action version aired in 2017 and starred Taishi Nakagawa as Arata Kaizaki and Yuna Taira as Chizuru Hishiro. This film adapts the slice of life anime and manga that is very close to the reality of adulthood.

The story follows Arata, a 27-year-old man whose life is a mess after failing to keep his job. He participates in a mysterious experiment that makes him look like a high school student for a year. From here, Arata must 'repeat' his youth, interact with new friends, and confront his past traumas.

What makes RE:LIFE feel powerful is the message about second chances and the process of making peace with oneself. It's not a loud drama, but warm and reflective, especially for viewers who have entered adulthood and have ever felt 'lost' in life.

12. Orange

The live action Orange was released in 2015 featuring Tao Tsuchiya as Naho Takamiya and Kento Yamazaki as Kakeru Naruse. This adaptation is widely known for successfully retaining the bittersweet emotions of its anime version.

The story centers on Naho who receives a letter from her future self. The letter warns her about the great regrets that will occur if she does not save Kakeru, her cheerful-looking classmate who harbors deep emotional scars.

The plot of Orange is very emotional as it discusses depression, guilt, and the importance of the presence of loved ones. The live action feels more realistic and grounded, making the tragedies that occur feel close and touching.

13. Let Me Eat Your Pancreas

Let Me Eat Your Pancreas live action version was released in 2017, starring Minami Hamabe as Sakura Yamauchi and Takumi Kitamura as Haruki Shiga. The film is known as one of the most heartbreaking anime adaptations.

The story is about Haruki, a quiet student who accidentally discovers that Sakura, his cheerful classmate, has a terminal pancreatic disease. The two develop a unique relationship that is simple yet full of meaning.

The film's plot unfolds slowly, without excessive drama, but that is where its strength lies. Every moment feels precious because the audience knows Sakura's time is very limited. This live action successfully makes the audience reflect on life, loss, and the meaning of togetherness.

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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