Straight from the stage show at AnimeJapan 2017, new details have been released concerning the upcoming anime theatrical film tentatively titled Mazinger Z: The Movie (Gekijō-ban Mazinger Z in Japanese), including the main cast and staff as well as a 30 second teaser trailer.
The staff for Mazinger Z: The Movie includes:
- Director: Junji Shimizu
- Screenplay: Takahiro Ozawa (also known as Ume)
- Mechanical design: Takayuki Yanase
- Character design: Hiroya Iijima
Additionally, voice actors Showtaro Morikubo and Ai Kayano (who headlined the stage event at AnimeJapan 2017) have officially joined the cast of Mazinger Z: The Movie. Morikubo will play series protagonist and Mazinger Z pilot Koji Kabuto, while Kayano will play leading lady and Aphrodite A pilot Sayaka Yumi.
The release date and format for Mazinger Z: The Movie have not yet been revealed, although it is known that a worldwide release is currently being planned. Judging from the trailer and the promotional artwork, it also seems likely that the production will use 3DCG to animate the Mazinger Z robot.
Mazinger Z: The Movie celebrates the 50th anniversary of author Go Nagai's career in the manga industry. Nagai made his professional manga debut in 1967, and he has created such enduring characters and series as Getter Robo, Cutie Honey, and Devilman.
Source:
Official Mazinger Z: The Movie Tumblr page
Paul Chapman is the host of The Greatest Movie EVER! Podcast and GME! Anime Fun Time.
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