Legendary Anime '5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND' by Makoto Shinkai to be Adapted into Live-Action

Kapanlagi.com - Good news for anime lovers around the world! The legendary animated work, 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND, will soon be available in a live-action version. The official announcement released on Sunday (22/9) confirms that this adaptation is scheduled to premiere in the fall of 2025.

This emotionally charged anime will be brought to the big screen with a longer duration of 2 hours. This allows the audience to delve deeper into the life journey of Takaki Tono and experience a more intense and memorable emotional experience.

With a script written by Ayako Suzuki, this anime adaptation will be directed by Yoshiyuki Okuyama. The collaboration between the two is expected to produce a work that stays true to the original story while also providing a fresh and interesting new touch. Curious about what this anime adaptation will look like? Let’s take a closer look at the discussion!

1. The Adaptation Process of 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND

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In working on the adaptation scenario of live-action 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND, the production team made a wise decision by involving Makoto Shinkai directly. As the original creator, Shinkai's presence is key to maintaining the emotional core and essence of the story, even though it is now packaged in a longer and more cinematic format.

However, Shinkai felt doubts when reproducing this film. "I was hesitant to get involved in this live-action adaptation because I felt unprepared for such an important project. However, the passion and love of Director Okuyama and the production team for the original work gave me the encouragement I needed to accept this challenge," he expressed.

In addition, he was also amazed to see that his work, created almost two decades ago, could still captivate audiences. "To be honest, the animated film 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND still feels raw and imperfect. However, perhaps it is precisely because of that imperfection that this film has remained loved by many people for years," he said.

2. Hokuto Matsumura as the Main Actor

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Hokuto Matsumura, a member of the idol group SixTONES, has been selected to play the main character Takaki Tono in the adaptation of 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND. Matsumura, who previously captured public attention through his impressive performance in the film SUZUME, is now given the significant responsibility of bringing the central character in this narrative to life.

Director Makoto Shinkai himself expressed his optimism about this live-action cast. "I feel there is a miracle in the fact that Hokuto Matsumura, an actor I trust immensely, will portray the main character," he stated.

Matsumura's selection as the main actor certainly sparked a wave of enthusiasm among fans. Matsumura is expected to provide a deep and layered interpretation of the character Takaki Tono to bring a rich emotional nuance to his performance.

3. Synopsis of the Live-Action Film 5 Centimeters Per Second

5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND is a touching story about love, friendship, and the passage of time. The story is divided into three parts, following the life of Takaki Tono from childhood to adulthood. Takaki and Akari, two close friends, are forced to part ways due to family relocation. Although distance separates them, the beautiful memories of their childhood continue to haunt Takaki's heart.

After a year apart, Takaki prepares to reunite with Akari. On the train journey to Tokyo, memories of the past haunt his mind, bringing them closer to the long-awaited meeting. However, Takaki and Akari begin to doubt whether they will truly meet and share their hidden feelings. So, what is Takaki's journey through the three interconnected love stories in their lives?

(kpl/nol)